Psalms 30:1 Meaning and Explanation
“I will extol thee, O LORD; for thou hast lifted me up, and hast not made my foes to rejoice over me.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The psalmist praises God for deliverance and protection from enemies.
The Context of Psalms 30:1
Opening declaration of thanksgiving after experiencing divine rescue.
What Does Psalms 30:1 Mean?
The psalmist begins with a vow of praise to the Lord. Extolling means to lift up or exalt in speech. This opening mirrors other thanksgiving psalms where the worshipper first announces his intention to praise God before recounting what God has done.
The specific mercies mentioned are deliverance and protection: God has lifted him up (from despair, danger, or death) and has not given his enemies cause to mock him. The failure of his foes to rejoice indicates both his survival and his vindication.
Psalms 30:1 in the Original Language
exalt (רוֹמַם romam) — to raise high, magnify through praise
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 30:1
What does Psalms 30:1 mean?
The psalmist praises God for deliverance and protection from enemies.
What is the context of Psalms 30:1?
Opening declaration of thanksgiving after experiencing divine rescue.