KJV ORIGINAL
Unto thee, O God, do we give thanks, unto thee do we give thanks: for that thy name is near thy wondrous works declare.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
We give thanks to you, O God, we give thanks to you! Your name is close to us, and your amazing works show who you are.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is expressing heartfelt gratitude to God, recognizing that God is near and His incredible deeds reveal His character.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm was likely written during a time when Israel had experienced God's deliverance or blessing, possibly after a military victory or national crisis. The repetition of thanksgiving suggests this may have been used in temple worship services where the community would gather to publicly acknowledge God's intervention in their lives.
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