Psalms 65:1
“Praise waiteth for thee, O God, in Sion: and unto thee shall the vow be performed.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Worship and commitments made to God wait for fulfillment in His holy place.
Context
Opening of a praise psalm, calling God to witness vows made in His house.
What Does Psalms 65:1 Mean?
The psalmist opens by announcing that Zion—God's dwelling place—is a center where praise naturally gathers. The image is of worship preparing itself, ready to ascend to God. Vows made by the people stand waiting for the moment when they will be performed before the Lord.
This verse sets the tone for a hymn celebrating God's power and provision. The connection between praise and vows suggests that authentic worship includes commitment—words spoken become actions to be completed. The phrase 'unto thee shall the vow be performed' indicates that such commitments matter eternally.
In the Original Language
דּוּמִיָּה (dumiyah), 'silence' or 'praise waiting'—the psalmist uses profound silence-turned-praise to honor God's presence.