Psalms 66:9 Meaning and Explanation
“Which holdeth our soul in life, and suffereth not our feet to be moved.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Psalms 66:9
The grounds for praise shift from historical deeds to present personal experience: God sustains individual lives.
What Does Psalms 66:9 Mean?
To hold the soul in life means God actively maintains the worshipper in existence and vitality. Without God's continual sustenance, life would end. This is not a one-time creation but an ongoing preservation that depends entirely on God's will.
Suffereth not our feet to be moved means God establishes stability and prevents stumbling or falling. Metaphorically, the feet represent our walk, our course through life. God grants both existence and direction, both life and a sure path.
Psalms 66:9 in the Original Language
holdeth (שׁמַר, shamar) — to hold, keep, guard, preserve.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 66:9
What does Psalms 66:9 mean?
God sustains our life and keeps us steadfast.
What is the context of Psalms 66:9?
The grounds for praise shift from historical deeds to present personal experience: God sustains individual lives.