Psalms 71:22 Meaning and Explanation
“I will also praise thee with the psaltery, even thy truth, O my God: unto thee will I sing with the harp, O thou Holy One of Israel.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The psalmist will celebrate God with music and voice, magnifying His faithfulness and holiness.
The Context of Psalms 71:22
The psalmist vows to praise God with music, celebrating His faithfulness.
What Does Psalms 71:22 Mean?
Music—psaltery and harp—traditionally accompanies worship and joy. The object of praise is 'thy truth' (God's reliability and faithfulness). The shift from personal distress to instrumental praise marks a profound turn: suffering yields to celebration.
The address 'thou Holy One of Israel' anchors the praise in Israel's covenantal tradition. The psalmist does not sing privately; he proclaims, connecting his own salvation to God's historical faithfulness to His people.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 71:22
What does Psalms 71:22 mean?
The psalmist will celebrate God with music and voice, magnifying His faithfulness and holiness.
What is the context of Psalms 71:22?
The psalmist vows to praise God with music, celebrating His faithfulness.