Psalms 116:2 Meaning and Explanation
“Because he hath inclined his ear unto me, therefore will I call upon him as long as I live.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Psalms 116:2
The psalmist commits to ongoing prayer based on past experience of God hearing.
What Does Psalms 116:2 Mean?
The image of God inclining His ear conveys active, personal attention. The psalmist has experienced this bending-down of divine attention and responds with a promise of perpetual prayer throughout life.
This commitment is not obligation but the natural fruit of trust. Once a person knows God listens, prayer becomes the habitual language of the relationship, continued without pause until death.
Psalms 116:2 in the Original Language
Nathan (נָטָה), 'inclined' — suggests God actively bending toward the speaker to listen.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 116:2
What does Psalms 116:2 mean?
God's attentiveness to prayer produces lifelong commitment to prayer.
What is the context of Psalms 116:2?
The psalmist commits to ongoing prayer based on past experience of God hearing.