KJV ORIGINAL
Awake up, my glory; awake, psaltery and harp: I myself will awake early.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Wake up, my soul! Wake up, my psaltery and harp! I will wake up early myself.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is calling on his soul and musical instruments to join him in early morning worship and praise to God.
📚 Historical Context
Psalm 57 is attributed to David during a time when he was hiding in a cave from King Saul, who was pursuing him out of jealousy and fear. In this verse, David calls upon his inner self, often interpreted as his soul or spirit, and his musical instruments to awaken and praise God, showing his resolve to start the day with worship despite his dire circumstances. This reflects the psalm's overall theme of trusting in God's protection amid danger and persecution.
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