Psalms 90:10
Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)
What Does This Mean?
This verse from Psalm 90 tells us that most people live around 70 years, and some might live to 80, but even then, life is full of hard work and sadness. The psalmist, who is speaking, is pointing out how short and difficult life can be.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a toy that can only work for 70 minutes before it runs out of batteries. Sometimes, if you're really lucky, it might work for 80 minutes, but even then, you'd be playing hard and maybe getting a bit tired or frustrated. This verse is like that, saying life is short and can be tough, but we still keep going.
Historical Background
Psalm 90 is traditionally attributed to Moses and was likely written around 1400-1200 BCE. It is believed to have been written for the people of Israel, likely during their time in the wilderness, reflecting on their mortality and the brevity of life.
Living It Out Today
Consider a person who has just retired after a lifetime of hard work. They look back and realize how quickly the years have passed, and they might feel a mix of joy and sadness about the time that has gone by, much like the verse suggests.