Psalms 119:122
Psalms 119:122 Meaning and Explanation
“Be surety for thy servant for good: let not the proud oppress me.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The psalmist asks God to guarantee his wellbeing and protect him from arrogant oppression.
The Context of Psalms 119:122
Petition for God's protective guarantee against arrogant enemies.
What Does Psalms 119:122 Mean?
'Be surety for thy servant for good' is a petition for God to pledge his guarantee. A surety vouches for another; the psalmist asks God to stand as his guarantor for good outcome.
'Let not the proud oppress me' is the specific request: protect him from the arrogant. The psalmist seeks God's intervention to prevent the proud from subjugating him.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 119:122
What does Psalms 119:122 mean?
The psalmist asks God to guarantee his wellbeing and protect him from arrogant oppression.
What is the context of Psalms 119:122?
Petition for God's protective guarantee against arrogant enemies.