Psalms 40:7 Meaning and Explanation
“Then said I, Lo, I come: in the volume of the book it is written of me,”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The psalmist declares readiness to do God's will, as it is written about him.
The Context of Psalms 40:7
The psalmist responds to God's call with complete readiness and commitment.
What Does Psalms 40:7 Mean?
The word 'Then'—after God prepared the heart—signals the response. 'Lo, I come' is wholehearted commitment. The reference to the book suggests God's purposes or decrees written down, perhaps the law or prophecy. The psalmist recognizes his role is already determined in God's plan and accepts it completely.
This verse is pivotal. After confidence in God's rescue and refusal of empty ritual, the psalmist now commits to the path God has laid out. There is no hesitation, no negotiation—only 'I come,' readiness to fulfill his part in God's purposes.
Psalms 40:7 in the Original Language
sepher (סֵפֶר), 'book'—written text; likely refers to God's law, decree, or prophetic word about the psalmist's role.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 40:7
What does Psalms 40:7 mean?
The psalmist declares readiness to do God's will, as it is written about him.
What is the context of Psalms 40:7?
The psalmist responds to God's call with complete readiness and commitment.