Psalms 116:17 Meaning and Explanation
“I will offer to thee the sacrifice of thanksgiving, and will call upon the name of the LORD.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Psalms 116:17
The psalmist's act of gratitude through sacrificial offering and proclamation.
What Does Psalms 116:17 Mean?
The sacrifice of thanksgiving (todah) is a specific offering in Israel's worship: a ritual meal where the rescued person shares food with the community to declare God's deliverance. This is an ancient form of testimony—embodied, public, generous.
Again, the psalmist pairs action with invocation. The sacrifice is not mute ritual but accompanied by the calling of God's name. Both outward gesture and vocal witness join to express gratitude and reinforce the psalmist's reliance on God.
Psalms 116:17 in the Original Language
Todah (תּוֹדָה), 'thanksgiving' — a specific peace or fellowship offering made in gratitude for deliverance.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 116:17
What does Psalms 116:17 mean?
The psalmist will offer thanksgiving sacrifice and invoke God's name.
What is the context of Psalms 116:17?
The psalmist's act of gratitude through sacrificial offering and proclamation.