KJV ORIGINAL
Deliver me, O my God, out of the hand of the wicked, out of the hand of the unrighteous and cruel man.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Save me, my God, from the power of evil people, from those who are dishonest and cruel.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is crying out to God for protection from dangerous, evil people who want to harm him.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm is traditionally attributed to David, likely written during a time when he faced serious threats from enemies who sought to destroy him. In ancient Israel, being delivered from 'the hand' of someone meant being rescued from their power and control, often referring to life-or-death situations.
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