Psalms 116:13 Meaning and Explanation
“I will take the cup of salvation, and call upon the name of the LORD.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Psalms 116:13
The psalmist's chosen response: public acceptance and verbal testimony.
What Does Psalms 116:13 Mean?
The cup of salvation is not abstract; it suggests a ritual act, likely a sacrificial meal or drink offering shared in the presence of God's people. To take the cup is to participate publicly in recognition of God's rescue. It is a visible, embodied declaration.
Calling upon the name of the LORD while holding the cup links ritual action to verbal testimony. The response to divine generosity is to be visible and vocal: others will see the psalmist accept rescue and hear the invocation of God's name.
Psalms 116:13 in the Original Language
Kos (כּוֹס), 'cup' — used in ritual contexts for offerings and covenant meals.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 116:13
What does Psalms 116:13 mean?
The psalmist will publicly accept salvation and invoke God's name.
What is the context of Psalms 116:13?
The psalmist's chosen response: public acceptance and verbal testimony.