Psalms 130:6 Meaning and Explanation
“My soul waiteth for the Lord more than they that watch for the morning: I say, more than they that watch for the morning.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The psalmist's longing for the Lord exceeds even the intensity of those watching night's end.
The Context of Psalms 130:6
The depth of the psalmist's commitment is now expressed through vivid comparison.
What Does Psalms 130:6 Mean?
A watchman awaiting dawn, straining to see the first light that ends the darkness, embodies eager expectation. The psalmist claims his waiting for the Lord surpasses even that intensity. Why the repetition of the phrase? Perhaps to underscore the thought, to let it resonate and deepen. The image transforms the earlier 'depths' into nighttime; waiting for morning becomes waiting for God's presence.
This comparison elevates the psalmist's longing to ultimate importance. More than comfort, more than safety, more than the mere end of suffering—what matters supremely is God Himself. The watchmen want light; the psalmist wants the Lord. The soul's deepest hunger is for communion with God.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 130:6
What does Psalms 130:6 mean?
The psalmist's longing for the Lord exceeds even the intensity of those watching night's end.
What is the context of Psalms 130:6?
The depth of the psalmist's commitment is now expressed through vivid comparison.