KJV ORIGINAL
For he shall deliver the needy when he crieth; the poor also, and him that hath no helper.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
For he will rescue those in need when they cry out for help; the poor also, and those who have no one to help them.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse promises that God will rescue and help those who are desperate, poor, and have nowhere else to turn.
📚 Historical Context
This is part of Psalm 72, a royal psalm likely written for Solomon's coronation or another king's reign. The psalm describes the ideal qualities of a godly king who would rule with justice and compassion. In ancient Israel, the king was expected to be God's representative on earth, particularly responsible for protecting the most vulnerable members of society.
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