KJV ORIGINAL
He shall have dominion also from sea to sea, and from the river unto the ends of the earth.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
He will rule from ocean to ocean, and from the great river to the farthest corners of the earth.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes a king whose rule will extend across the entire world, from sea to sea and to every distant land.
📚 Historical Context
Psalm 72 was written by or for Solomon and describes the ideal righteous king. While it initially referred to Solomon's reign and Israel's hoped-for expansion, it became understood as a prophecy about the future Messiah. The 'river' likely refers to the Euphrates River, which was considered a major boundary in the ancient Near East.
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