Psalms 60:9 Meaning and Explanation
“Who will bring me into the strong city? who will lead me into Edom?”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The psalmist questions whether the promised victory over Edom will actually come to pass.
The Context of Psalms 60:9
Doubt and questioning reasserts itself: the promise given raises the question of its fulfillment.
What Does Psalms 60:9 Mean?
After the confidence of the oracle, doubt returns. The strong city and Edom represent enemy territory—yet the question betrays uncertainty about whether the psalmist will actually reach it and take it. This is not mockery but genuine wondering.
The shift back to questioning shows the tension between the promise received and the present struggle. The psalmist is asking whether the word of God will be fulfilled in reality.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 60:9
What does Psalms 60:9 mean?
The psalmist questions whether the promised victory over Edom will actually come to pass.
What is the context of Psalms 60:9?
Doubt and questioning reasserts itself: the promise given raises the question of its fulfillment.