King James Version
What Does Psalms 85:2 Mean?
“Thou hast forgiven the iniquity of thy people, thou hast covered all their sin. Selah.”
Context
1
To the chief Musician, A Psalm for the sons of Korah. LORD, thou hast been favourable unto thy land: thou hast brought back the captivity of Jacob. for the sons: or, of the sons favourable: or, well pleased
2
Thou hast forgiven the iniquity of thy people, thou hast covered all their sin. Selah.
3
Thou hast taken away all thy wrath: thou hast turned thyself from the fierceness of thine anger. thyself: or, thine anger from waxing hot
4
Turn us, O God of our salvation, and cause thine anger toward us to cease.
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Commentary
Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers(2) **Forgiven.**—Rather, *taken away. *(See Psalm 32:1.)
Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). Public Domain.
Historical Context
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Theological Significance
Psalms 85:2 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
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