KJV ORIGINAL
Wherefore should the heathen say, Where is their God? let him be known among the heathen in our sight by the revenging of the blood of thy servants which is shed.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Why should the nations ask, 'Where is their God?' Let God show himself to these nations before our eyes by avenging the blood of your servants that has been spilled.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is asking God to defend His reputation by showing His power to the nations who mock His people and question His existence.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm was written during or after a devastating attack on Jerusalem, likely the Babylonian conquest in 586 BC when the temple was destroyed and many Israelites were killed or exiled. The surrounding nations mocked Israel's God, questioning His power and presence since He allowed His people to be defeated.
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