Psalms 119:132 Meaning and Explanation
“Look thou upon me, and be merciful unto me, as thou usest to do unto those that love thy name.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The psalmist asks God to show mercy as God customarily does to his devoted lovers.
The Context of Psalms 119:132
Appeal for mercy based on God's consistent kindness to his devoted followers.
What Does Psalms 119:132 Mean?
'Look thou upon me, and be merciful unto me' is a petition for God's attention and compassion. The psalmist requests that God focus his gaze on him and show mercy.
'As thou usest to do unto those that love thy name' gives the basis for the petition. The psalmist appeals to God's established pattern: God regularly shows mercy to those who love his name. The psalmist identifies himself as such a lover.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 119:132
What does Psalms 119:132 mean?
The psalmist asks God to show mercy as God customarily does to his devoted lovers.
What is the context of Psalms 119:132?
Appeal for mercy based on God's consistent kindness to his devoted followers.