Psalms 21:5 Meaning and Explanation
“His glory is great in thy salvation: honour and majesty hast thou laid upon him.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Psalms 21:5
God's rescue of the king becomes the foundation of his public honor.
What Does Psalms 21:5 Mean?
The king's glory does not originate in his own achievements but in God's acts of salvation. When God rescues and vindicates, He simultaneously elevates the one He saves. The king's fame is inseparable from the Lord's mighty deeds on his behalf.
Honour and majesty—the emblems of kingship—are gifts placed upon him by God. They are not seized by ambition but laid as a mantle of divine approval, marking him as one through whom God displays His saving power.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 21:5
What does Psalms 21:5 mean?
God's saving power brings the king glory, honor, and majesty.
What is the context of Psalms 21:5?
God's rescue of the king becomes the foundation of his public honor.