Psalms 63:11 Meaning and Explanation
“But the king shall rejoice in God; every one that sweareth by him shall glory: but the mouth of them that speak lies shall be stopped.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Those faithful to God will rejoice, while the deceitful will be silenced.
The Context of Psalms 63:11
The psalm concludes with the triumph of God's faithful and the silencing of deceit.
What Does Psalms 63:11 Mean?
The king here likely refers to the anointed ruler, standing for God's faithful people. They rejoice in God and are gladdened by His vindication. Those who swear by Him—invoking His name in covenant loyalty—will glory in His victory. The contrast is complete: faithful voices ring with praise while deceptive mouths go silent.
The silencing of liars speaks to truth's triumph and the end of propaganda and deception. Where seekers of life find satisfaction, speakers of lies find their words have no power. The psalm ends not in triumph over enemies but in the affirmation of God's truth and the vindication of those who trust in Him. Righteousness and reality align.
Psalms 63:11 in the Original Language
sweareth by him (נִשְׁמַע בוֹ, nishmah bo) — to swear by God's name, invoking His character as guarantee; an oath formula binding oneself to God's covenant.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 63:11
What does Psalms 63:11 mean?
Those faithful to God will rejoice, while the deceitful will be silenced.
What is the context of Psalms 63:11?
The psalm concludes with the triumph of God's faithful and the silencing of deceit.