Psalms 71:8
Psalms 71:8
“Let my mouth be filled with thy praise and with thy honour all the day.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The psalmist prays that his words will continually celebrate God's praise and honor.
Context
The psalmist prays for perpetual praise despite circumstances.
What Does Psalms 71:8 Mean?
The filling of the mouth is a vivid image: speech so full of praise that it overflows. 'All the day' means constantly, without interruption. This is not a fleeting prayer but a desire for perpetual reorientation of speech toward God.
This prayer is both request and intention. By asking God to fill his mouth with praise, the psalmist positions himself to resist despair and accusation. Praise becomes a spiritual discipline and weapon—not denying trouble but refusing to be defined by it.