Psalms 32:2 Meaning and Explanation
“Blessed is the man unto whom the LORD imputeth not iniquity, and in whose spirit there is no guile.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Psalms 32:2
The second beatitude, deepening the first with the image of non-imputation.
What Does Psalms 32:2 Mean?
The second blessing restates the first with added dimension: God does not count iniquity against the person. This means the record is cleared, the debt is removed, and the person stands before God without the burden of guilt. The emphasis shifts from covering to non-imputation—God does not hold the sin against them.
The final phrase reveals that this state of blessedness includes honesty with God. A person with no guile in their spirit is one who has stopped hiding, stopped pretending, and been open about their failure. Integrity and forgiveness together mark the blessed state.
Psalms 32:2 in the Original Language
impute (חָשַׁב, hashav) — to count, reckon, or consider; God deliberately does not count sin against the one forgiven.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 32:2
What does Psalms 32:2 mean?
Blessed is the person to whom God does not count sin, and who has no deceit in their spirit.
What is the context of Psalms 32:2?
The second beatitude, deepening the first with the image of non-imputation.