Psalms 102:25 Meaning and Explanation
“Of old hast thou laid the foundation of the earth: and the heavens are the work of thy hands.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Psalms 102:25
Appealing to God's creative power at the foundation of all things.
What Does Psalms 102:25 Mean?
The psalmist looks back to creation itself as evidence of God's power. 'Of old' reaches into time's beginning. God laid the earth's foundation—an act of primordial power—and shaped the heavens by His own hands. Nothing in creation exceeds God or escapes His handiwork.
By invoking creation, the psalmist grounds his plea in the broadest possible context. If God authored the cosmos, He certainly has authority to extend or shorten the life of one mortal. The cosmic scale makes the psalmist's plea both more reasonable (surely such a powerful God can grant this small mercy) and more humble (what is a human life against the vastness of creation?).
Psalms 102:25 in the Original Language
'laid the foundation' (יָסַד, yasád) — to establish, fix firmly, or set as a foundation; referring to God's primordial creative act.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 102:25
What does Psalms 102:25 mean?
God has created and established the entire cosmos through His divine hands and wisdom.
What is the context of Psalms 102:25?
Appealing to God's creative power at the foundation of all things.