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Psalm 5:12 ยท KJV

"For thou, LORD, wilt bless the righteous; with favour wilt thou compass him as with a shield."

King James Version

What does Psalm 5:12 mean? โ†’

Passage Context

10Destroy thou them, O God; let them fall by their own counsels; cast them out in the multitude of their transgressions; for they have rebelled against thee.
11But let all those that put their trust in thee rejoice: let them ever shout for joy, because thou defendest them: let them also that love thy name be joyful in thee.
12For thou, LORD, wilt bless the righteous; with favour wilt thou compass him as with a shield.

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Reflection Questions

1

What does it mean for you to be blessed by God?

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How do you experience God's favor in your life?

3

When have you felt shielded by God's protection?

Life Application

faith

Recognize and celebrate the blessings in your life as evidence of God's favor. Use these moments to strengthen your faith and share with others.

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

This verse speaks of God's blessing on the righteous, which aligns with Jesus' teachings on the Beatitudes, where the blessed are those who are righteous.

See also: Matthew 5:6

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