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Psalms 94:21

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
They gather themselves together against the soul of the righteous, and condemn the innocent blood.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

They band together to attack good people and condemn innocent people to death.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse describes how wicked people join forces to harm righteous individuals and even put innocent people to death.

📚 Historical Context

In the historical context of ancient Israel, Psalm 94 is a lament psalm that expresses outrage against wicked rulers and oppressors who target the righteous, likely written during times of national crisis such as the Babylonian exile or under corrupt kings. This verse highlights the conspiracy of enemies against innocent people, reflecting the real experiences of injustice and persecution that Israelites faced from both internal tyrants and foreign invaders. Such psalms served as prayers for divine intervention, affirming God's role as the ultimate judge.

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