Psalms 71:19 Meaning and Explanation
“Thy righteousness also, O God, is very high, who hast done great things: O God, who is like unto thee!”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Psalms 71:19
A doxological affirmation of God's uniqueness and supremacy.
What Does Psalms 71:19 Mean?
The superlatives accumulate: righteousness is 'very high,' works are 'great,' and the implied answer to 'who is like unto thee' is: no one. This is doxological language—worship and marvel. The rhetorical question asserts God's uniqueness and supremacy.
This verse lifts the psalmist's gaze from his troubles to God's cosmic significance. In the presence of such greatness, fear and doubt shrink. The structure moves from God's acts ('done great things') to God's nature ('thy righteousness').
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 71:19
What does Psalms 71:19 mean?
God's righteousness is exalted, and none is comparable to Him.
What is the context of Psalms 71:19?
A doxological affirmation of God's uniqueness and supremacy.