Psalms 116:18 Meaning and Explanation
“I will pay my vows unto the LORD now in the presence of all his people,”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The psalmist repeats the commitment to fulfill vows publicly.
The Context of Psalms 116:18
Emphatic reiteration of public vow-fulfillment.
What Does Psalms 116:18 Mean?
This verse echoes verse 14 nearly word-for-word. The repetition is not accidental but emphatic. The psalmist hammers home the commitment: the vows will be paid, they will be paid now (not delayed), and they will be paid openly before all his people.
In Hebrew poetry, repetition serves as amplification and solemnity. By restating the vow-paying in the public assembly, the psalmist makes it immutable. What is declared twice before witnesses becomes a fixture of record.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 116:18
What does Psalms 116:18 mean?
The psalmist repeats the commitment to fulfill vows publicly.
What is the context of Psalms 116:18?
Emphatic reiteration of public vow-fulfillment.