Psalms 66:15 Meaning and Explanation
“I will offer unto thee burnt sacrifices of fatlings, with the incense of rams; I will offer bullocks with goats. Selah.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The psalmist will present the finest sacrifices in gratitude: fatted animals, rams' incense, and cattle.
The Context of Psalms 66:15
Detailed description of the speaker's generous sacrifice, offering multiple types of animals in gratitude.
What Does Psalms 66:15 Mean?
Fatlings—well-fed, premium animals—show that the psalmist is offering the best, not the cheapest or least desirable sacrifice. The detail emphasizes generosity and genuine honor to God. Incense of rams (likely referring to the pleasant odor of burning fat from rams) and bullocks with goats represent multiple kinds of sacrifice, multiplying the gesture.
The repetition and specificity suggest abundance and extravagance. This is not a minimal fulfillment of obligation but a lavish expression of thanksgiving. The psalmist is giving back in proportion to what he received—life, strength, and deliverance.
Psalms 66:15 in the Original Language
fatlings (מְרִיאִים, meriyim) — fattened, well-fed animals.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 66:15
What does Psalms 66:15 mean?
The psalmist will present the finest sacrifices in gratitude: fatted animals, rams' incense, and cattle.
What is the context of Psalms 66:15?
Detailed description of the speaker's generous sacrifice, offering multiple types of animals in gratitude.