Psalms 119:62 Meaning and Explanation
“At midnight I will rise to give thanks unto thee because of thy righteous judgments.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The psalmist will wake at night to praise God for his just verdicts.
The Context of Psalms 119:62
Spontaneous, overflowing thanks for God's righteous judgments.
What Does Psalms 119:62 Mean?
'At midnight I will rise to give thanks unto thee' shows extraordinary devotion. Midnight is an unusual hour for worship, suggesting the psalmist's gratitude is so intense it cannot wait for daylight or ordinary hours.
'Because of thy righteous judgments' explains the cause. God's just decisions—his verdicts that uphold truth and condemn falsehood—kindle such thanksgiving that the psalmist's joy spills over at night.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 119:62
What does Psalms 119:62 mean?
The psalmist will wake at night to praise God for his just verdicts.
What is the context of Psalms 119:62?
Spontaneous, overflowing thanks for God's righteous judgments.