Psalms 118:21: Meaning Explained
I will praise thee: for thou hast heard me, and art become my salvation.
I thank God because He answered my prayer and became my salvation.
What’s Happening Here
The writer gives God credit for hearing and answering his prayers.
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Why It Matters
This verse reminds us that God is not distant but actively listens and responds, offering us hope and deliverance in our own times of trouble. It encourages a posture of gratitude, showing that thankfulness is a proper response to God's saving help in our lives.
Did You Know?
This verse is part of the 'Egyptian Hallel' (Psalms 113-118), a set of psalms traditionally sung by Jewish people during Passover, which may connect this personal thanksgiving to God's historic deliverance of Israel.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Psalms 118:21 mean?
I thank God because He answered my prayer and became my salvation.
What is the context of Psalms 118:21?
The writer gives God credit for hearing and answering his prayers.
Why does Psalms 118:21 matter?
This verse reminds us that God is not distant but actively listens and responds, offering us hope and deliverance in our own times of trouble. It encourages a posture of gratitude, showing that thankfulness is a proper response to God's saving help in our lives.
What's a surprising detail about Psalms 118:21?
This verse is part of the 'Egyptian Hallel' (Psalms 113-118), a set of psalms traditionally sung by Jewish people during Passover, which may connect this personal thanksgiving to God's historic deliverance of Israel.
References
- Orr, J. (ed.) (1915) The International Standard Bible Encyclopedia. Chicago: Howard-Severance Company. [Public Domain]
- Abbott-Smith, G. (1921) A Manual Greek Lexicon of the New Testament. Edinburgh: T&T Clark. [Public Domain]
- Brown, F., Driver, S.R. and Briggs, C.A. (1906) A Hebrew and English Lexicon of the Old Testament. Oxford: Clarendon Press. [Public Domain]
- Church of England (1769) The Holy Bible, Authorized (King James) Version. [Public Domain]
Commentary on Psalms 118:21
Verses 19–29 Those who saw Christ's day at so great a distance, saw cause to praise God for the prospect. The prophecy, ver. #(22, 23), may refer to David's preferment; but principally to Christ. 1. His humiliation; he is the Stone which the builders refused: they would go on in their building without him. This proved the ruin of those who thus made light of him. Rejecters of Christ are rejected of God. 2. His exaltation; he is the chief Cornerstone in the foundation. He is the chief Top-stone, in whom the building is completed, who must, in all things, have the pre-eminence. Christ's name is Wonderful; and the redemption he wrought out is the most amazing of all God's wondrous works. We wil…