Psalms 106:5 Meaning and Explanation
“That I may see the good of thy chosen, and that I may rejoice in the gladness of thy nation, that I may glory with thine inheritance.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The psalmist desires to experience God's blessings upon His chosen people and share in their joy and inheritance.
The Context of Psalms 106:5
The psalmist's hope includes both personal salvation and solidarity with the larger community's blessing and future.
What Does Psalms 106:5 Mean?
The personal petition expands to include participation in the welfare of God's people. To 'see the good of thy chosen' means to witness and experience the blessings God provides to those who belong to Him.
The desire to 'glory with thine inheritance' expresses the longing to share in the corporate joy and blessing that belongs to God's covenant community, establishing identity with the people of God.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 106:5
What does Psalms 106:5 mean?
The psalmist desires to experience God's blessings upon His chosen people and share in their joy and inheritance.
What is the context of Psalms 106:5?
The psalmist's hope includes both personal salvation and solidarity with the larger community's blessing and future.