KJV ORIGINAL
He shall cry unto me, Thou art my father, my God, and the rock of my salvation.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
He will call out to me, 'You are my father, my God, and the solid foundation of my salvation.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes someone who will have an intimate relationship with God, calling Him both Father and the unshakeable source of their rescue.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm was written during or after Israel's exile, when the Davidic dynasty seemed to have failed. The psalmist is reflecting on God's eternal covenant with David's lineage. In the immediate context, this verse refers to David's descendants, but it also points forward to the ultimate fulfillment in the Messiah.
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