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Psalms 66:17

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
I cried unto him with my mouth, and he was extolled with my tongue.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

I called out to him with my voice, and I praised him with my words.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is describing how he both cried out to God for help and praised God with his spoken words.

📚 Historical Context

The Book of Psalms is a collection of songs and prayers used in ancient Israelite worship, often attributed to King David and reflecting the experiences of God's people. In Psalm 66, the psalmist is recounting God's powerful acts of deliverance and expressing personal thanksgiving for answered prayers, likely in the context of national or individual crises. This verse specifically emphasizes the importance of vocal prayer and praise as a way to honor God, which was a central practice in Hebrew religious life.

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