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
This psalm celebrates God's power and justice, likely written after a great military victory where God delivered Israel from their enemies. The 'meek' refers to those who are humble, oppressed, or powerless - often the poor and vulnerable who had no earthly protector. 'Selah' was a musical notation indicating a pause for reflection during temple worship.
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