Psalms 20:6 Meaning and Explanation
“Now know I that the LORD saveth his anointed; he will hear him from his holy heaven with the saving strength of his right hand.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The psalmist affirms that God saves and strengthens His anointed servant.
The Context of Psalms 20:6
The psalmist expresses certainty that God will save His anointed leader.
What Does Psalms 20:6 Mean?
This verse marks a turn from petition to certainty. The phrase 'now know I' indicates a moment of spiritual assurance—the prayer has been heard, and the petitioner perceives God's response. The anointed (מָשִׁיחַ, mashiach) refers to the king as God's chosen representative, appointed to lead God's people. God's hearing from His holy heaven affirms that the divine response comes from the highest authority.
The saving strength of God's right hand represents God's power actively at work on behalf of His anointed. Right hand imagery emphasizes strength and might. The verse assures that God not only hears but acts with full power to deliver and sustain those set apart for His purposes.
Psalms 20:6 in the Original Language
mashiach (מָשִׁיחַ), 'anointed' — one set apart and empowered by God for a sacred role
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 20:6
What does Psalms 20:6 mean?
The psalmist affirms that God saves and strengthens His anointed servant.
What is the context of Psalms 20:6?
The psalmist expresses certainty that God will save His anointed leader.