Psalms 110:1 Meaning and Explanation
“The LORD said unto my Lord, Sit thou at my right hand, until I make thine enemies thy footstool.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God announces that His chosen one will reign at His right hand until victory is complete.
The Context of Psalms 110:1
A royal psalm revealing God's intention for His appointed leader's triumph.
What Does Psalms 110:1 Mean?
This psalm opens with a divine decree in which the LORD addresses "my Lord," establishing a relationship between God and a ruler He has appointed. The image of sitting at God's right hand signifies supreme authority and partnership in divine rule.
The promise that God will make the ruler's enemies become his footstool expresses total victory—enemies become submissive to him. This position of power is not seized but granted by God's word, establishing the ruler's legitimacy.
Psalms 110:1 in the Original Language
כִסְאוֹ (kiso), 'his seat'—Hebrew for throne or seating position, symbolizing authority and rest.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 110:1
What does Psalms 110:1 mean?
God announces that His chosen one will reign at His right hand until victory is complete.
What is the context of Psalms 110:1?
A royal psalm revealing God's intention for His appointed leader's triumph.