Psalms 111:9 Meaning and Explanation
“He sent redemption unto his people: he hath commanded his covenant for ever: holy and reverend is his name.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God sent deliverance to His people, established His covenant forever, and His name is holy and worthy of reverence.
The Context of Psalms 111:9
God sent redemption and eternally covenanted with His people; His name is sacred.
What Does Psalms 111:9 Mean?
Redemption means liberation from bondage or distress. God 'sent' it—took initiative—to His people, showing active intervention. The covenant He commanded is permanent ('for ever'), not conditional on performance or time. This speaks of God's foundational commitment: He redeems His people and binds Himself by covenant.
His name being 'holy and reverend' means it is set apart, sacred, and worthy of reverence and fear. To know God's name in Scripture is to know His character; a holy and reverend name reflects that God Himself is wholly other, perfect, and to be honored. Reverence acknowledges His supremacy and distinction.
Psalms 111:9 in the Original Language
קָדוֹשׁ (qāddosh), 'holy'—set apart, sacred, wholly other and perfect in moral and spiritual character.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 111:9
What does Psalms 111:9 mean?
God sent deliverance to His people, established His covenant forever, and His name is holy and worthy of reverence.
What is the context of Psalms 111:9?
God sent redemption and eternally covenanted with His people; His name is sacred.