KJV ORIGINAL
He hath also prepared for him the instruments of death; he ordaineth his arrows against the persecutors.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
He has prepared deadly weapons for him; he makes his arrows ready for those who persecute others.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is preparing to bring judgment against those who persecute and harm innocent people.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm is attributed to David, likely written during a time when he was being falsely accused or persecuted by enemies. In ancient warfare, arrows were among the most feared weapons, and the imagery would have been vivid to David's audience who understood the deadly precision of a skilled archer in battle.
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