Psalms 130:7 Meaning and Explanation
“Let Israel hope in the LORD: for with the LORD there is mercy, and with him is plenteous redemption.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The psalmist invites Israel to trust God because His mercy and redemption are abundant.
The Context of Psalms 130:7
The personal testimony expands to a communal call.
What Does Psalms 130:7 Mean?
Having testified to his own experience of waiting and trust, the psalmist now addresses the entire people: 'Let Israel hope.' This moves from singular 'I' and 'my soul' to the collective 'Israel.' The grounds for this hope are clear: with the Lord is mercy and plenteous redemption. These are not occasional gifts but permanent attributes, defining God's character.
'Plenteous redemption' speaks to both sufficiency and abundance. The idea is not that redemption is just barely enough but that it overflows, exceeds need, surprises with generosity. The psalmist has moved from depths to despair to witness to mercy to an invitation to an entire people to trust.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 130:7
What does Psalms 130:7 mean?
The psalmist invites Israel to trust God because His mercy and redemption are abundant.
What is the context of Psalms 130:7?
The personal testimony expands to a communal call.