Psalms 107:20 Meaning and Explanation
“He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Psalms 107:20
Method of deliverance specific to this group: healing by God's word.
What Does Psalms 107:20 Mean?
God does not merely comfort the sick but actively heals through his word. The word sent is creative and restorative, turning death's trajectory into life. Destruction becomes deliverance.
'His word' encompasses both the power to heal and the truth that liberates. God does not stand distant but actively intervenes through the power of his spoken word.
Psalms 107:20 in the Original Language
dabar (דָּבָר), 'word' — the utterance of God that carries creative and transformative power; here accomplishing healing.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 107:20
What does Psalms 107:20 mean?
God's word brings healing and deliverance from death's approach.
What is the context of Psalms 107:20?
Method of deliverance specific to this group: healing by God's word.