KJV ORIGINAL
O thou that hearest prayer, unto thee shall all flesh come.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
O You who hear prayer, all people will come to You.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is declaring that God listens to prayers and that everyone will eventually turn to Him.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm was written by David as a song of praise and thanksgiving. In ancient Israel, people understood that their God was unique among the nations for actually hearing and responding to prayers, unlike the silent idols of surrounding cultures. The phrase 'all flesh' reflects the Hebrew understanding that God's reach extends beyond just Israel to include all humanity.
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