Psalms 116:10 Meaning and Explanation
“I believed, therefore have I spoken: I was greatly afflicted:”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Belief in God compelled the psalmist to testify despite great suffering.
The Context of Psalms 116:10
The psalmist's act of testimony rooted in faith despite affliction.
What Does Psalms 116:10 Mean?
The psalmist connects faith and speech: because I believed (in God's power and care), I spoke—likely referring to prayer, supplication, or testimony. Faith is not silent; it expresses itself in words addressed to God and others.
The context of great affliction makes this declaration significant. The psalmist did not wait for comfort to arrive before speaking; rather, belief itself moved the lips. Faith precedes the resolution of trouble and voices itself into the darkness.
Psalms 116:10 in the Original Language
He'emin (הֶאֱמִן), 'believed' — to trust, to firmly hold fast to confidence in God's character.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 116:10
What does Psalms 116:10 mean?
Belief in God compelled the psalmist to testify despite great suffering.
What is the context of Psalms 116:10?
The psalmist's act of testimony rooted in faith despite affliction.