KJV ORIGINAL
When God arose to judgment, to save all the meek of the earth. Selah.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
When God stood up to bring justice, to rescue all the humble people of the earth. Selah.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes God rising up to bring justice and rescue those who are humble and oppressed.
📚 Historical Context
Psalms 76 is believed to have been written during a time when Israel faced threats from powerful enemies, possibly during the reign of King Hezekiah when the Assyrian army besieged Jerusalem. In this context, the psalm celebrates God's intervention to protect His people and judge their oppressors. The verse highlights God's role in rising up to save the humble and meek from injustice.
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