Psalms 59:16 Meaning and Explanation
“But I will sing of thy power; yea, I will sing aloud of thy mercy in the morning: for thou hast been my defence and refuge in the day of my trouble.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The psalmist will sing praise for God's power and mercy in the morning, because God has been his defense in trouble.
The Context of Psalms 59:16
The psalmist commits to praising God for past and future deliverance.
What Does Psalms 59:16 Mean?
The psalm shifts decisively toward praise. The psalmist looks forward to singing in the morning, moving from the dark anxiety of evening threats to the light of dawn and thanksgiving.
By recalling that God 'hath been my defence and refuge in the day of my trouble,' the psalmist grounds his future praise in past experience of God's protection. This is not blind hope but trust rooted in history.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 59:16
What does Psalms 59:16 mean?
The psalmist will sing praise for God's power and mercy in the morning, because God has been his defense in trouble.
What is the context of Psalms 59:16?
The psalmist commits to praising God for past and future deliverance.