Psalms 135:4 Meaning and Explanation
“For the LORD hath chosen Jacob unto himself, and Israel for his peculiar treasure.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God selected Israel as His own cherished people and possession.
The Context of Psalms 135:4
References God's historical choosing of Israel as His covenant people.
What Does Psalms 135:4 Mean?
This verse recalls God's covenant choice: He selected Jacob (later renamed Israel) and his descendants not by chance but by deliberate choice. The language of 'peculiar treasure' conveys value, affection, and special relationship—as a beloved possession that is cared for and protected.
Israel's chosenness is not based on their merits but on God's sovereign will. This selection created an ongoing relationship in which God committed to be their God, and they to be His people. The relationship itself is the treasure.
Psalms 135:4 in the Original Language
segullah (סְגֻלָּה), 'peculiar treasure' — possession held with particular value and affection.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 135:4
What does Psalms 135:4 mean?
God selected Israel as His own cherished people and possession.
What is the context of Psalms 135:4?
References God's historical choosing of Israel as His covenant people.