Psalms 116:4 Meaning and Explanation
“Then called I upon the name of the LORD; O LORD, I beseech thee, deliver my soul.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Psalms 116:4
The psalmist's cry for help in the midst of crisis.
What Does Psalms 116:4 Mean?
The word 'then' marks the turning point. Surrounded by danger, the psalmist's response is immediate prayer—calling upon God's name, invoking divine character and power. This is not tentative but urgent supplication.
The plea for deliverance is specific and personal. The psalmist does not ask for comfort or endurance but actual rescue—asking God to preserve life from the threat of death.
Psalms 116:4 in the Original Language
Shem (שֵׁם), 'name' — invoking God's revealed character and authority, not mere identity.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 116:4
What does Psalms 116:4 mean?
In extremity, the psalmist called out to God's name and pleaded for deliverance.
What is the context of Psalms 116:4?
The psalmist's cry for help in the midst of crisis.