KJV ORIGINAL
They break in pieces thy people, O LORD, and afflict thine heritage.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
They crush your people, O LORD, and bring suffering to those who belong to you.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is crying out to God about how evil people are hurting and oppressing God's chosen people.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm was likely written during a time when Israel was experiencing severe oppression, possibly during the Babylonian exile or under foreign rule. The psalmist is lamenting how the wicked are systematically destroying God's covenant people and treating them harshly. In ancient Israel, being called God's 'heritage' or 'inheritance' was a term of endearment showing their special relationship with Him.
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