KJV ORIGINAL
Because for thy sake I have borne reproach; shame hath covered my face.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Because of you, I have endured insults and mockery; shame has covered my face like a veil.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is telling God that he has suffered embarrassment and harsh treatment specifically because of his faithfulness to God.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm is attributed to David during a time of intense personal suffering and persecution. David often faced opposition not just for political reasons, but because of his devotion to God and his role as God's chosen king. Many scholars also see this as a messianic psalm that prophetically describes the sufferings of Christ.
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