Psalms 109:1
Psalms 109:1
“Hold not thy peace, O God of my praise;”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The psalmist calls on God to break His silence and respond to his need.
Context
Beginning of a prayer for deliverance from enemies and false accusers.
What Does Psalms 109:1 Mean?
The opening plea frames God as the source of the psalmist's praise, establishing their foundational relationship. The request for God to not hold His peace appeals to His power and responsiveness.
In moments of crisis, silence from God can feel like abandonment. The psalmist believes God hears and can act, and urgently seeks divine intervention and vindication.