Psalms 115:5 Meaning and Explanation
“They have mouths, but they speak not: eyes have they, but they see not:”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Idols are shaped like living things but utterly inert—they cannot speak or see.
The Context of Psalms 115:5
The proof: idols lack the basic capacities needed to be gods.
What Does Psalms 115:5 Mean?
The psalm catalogs the sensory organs idols possess: mouths and eyes are carved into them, mimicking life. Yet they are dead. They cannot hear prayers, deliver messages, or perceive the needs of worshippers.
This image exposes the futility of idol worship. To pray to or trust in an idol is to address silence. No response comes; no knowledge flows from idol to worshipper. They are empty forms.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 115:5
What does Psalms 115:5 mean?
Idols are shaped like living things but utterly inert—they cannot speak or see.
What is the context of Psalms 115:5?
The proof: idols lack the basic capacities needed to be gods.