KJV ORIGINAL
O LORD my God, if I have done this; if there be iniquity in my hands;
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
O Lord my God, if I have done this wrong; if there is sin on my hands;
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is asking God to examine whether he has actually committed the sins he's being accused of.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes from Psalm 7, a psalm attributed to King David, who was often fleeing from enemies like King Saul. In this context, David is making a heartfelt plea to God for vindication, protesting his innocence against specific accusations leveled against him. This reflects the broader biblical narrative of David's life, where he frequently turned to God in times of persecution and injustice.
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