Psalms 7:17 Meaning and Explanation
“I will praise the LORD according to his righteousness: and will sing praise to the name of the LORD most high.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →David vows to praise God in response to His justice and exalt God's holy name.
The Context of Psalms 7:17
David closes with a vow of praise for God's justice.
What Does Psalms 7:17 Mean?
When God executes justice on David's behalf, David's response is immediate and overflowing: praise and gratitude. He commits to celebrate God's righteousness, His perfect alignment with truth and justice.
David's song is directed toward God's name, His revealed character. By praising the Most High, David declares that God's justice is not hidden or forgotten but deserves to be proclaimed loudly.
Psalms 7:17 in the Original Language
righteousness (צְדָקָה, tsedaqah) — rightness, justice; the quality of being perfectly aligned with what is true and just.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 7:17
What does Psalms 7:17 mean?
David vows to praise God in response to His justice and exalt God's holy name.
What is the context of Psalms 7:17?
David closes with a vow of praise for God's justice.