Psalms 144:14 Meaning and Explanation
“That our oxen may be strong to labour; that there be no breaking in, nor going out; that there be no complaining in our streets.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →A vision of peaceful, undisturbed life—livestock healthy, homes secure, streets filled with contentment.
The Context of Psalms 144:14
Completes the picture of the blessed state that follows deliverance.
What Does Psalms 144:14 Mean?
'Strong oxen' ready for labor point to agricultural productivity without fear of loss. 'No breaking in, nor going out' is compact terminology for security: invaders cannot breach the walls ('breaking in') and refugees do not flee ('going out'). Homes remain intact and population stays rooted.
'No complaining in our streets' captures the psychological reality of peace. When threat is absent, lament ceases. The streets themselves—the commons, the public sphere—become places not of wailing or alarm but of simple contentment and normalcy. This is the reward of deliverance: restoration of ordinary peace.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 144:14
What does Psalms 144:14 mean?
A vision of peaceful, undisturbed life—livestock healthy, homes secure, streets filled with contentment.
What is the context of Psalms 144:14?
Completes the picture of the blessed state that follows deliverance.