KJV ORIGINAL
For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
For he will command his angels to watch over you and protect you wherever you go.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is promising that he will assign his angels to guard and protect you in everything you do.
📚 Historical Context
Psalm 91 is a psalm of trust and protection, likely written during a time when the psalmist faced danger or uncertainty. In ancient Hebrew culture, angels were understood as God's messengers and agents who carried out his will on earth. This psalm would have been particularly meaningful to people facing threats from enemies, wild animals, or other dangers common in ancient times.
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