Psalms 72:12 Meaning and Explanation
“For he shall deliver the needy when he crieth; the poor also, and him that hath no helper.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The king will answer the cry of the helpless and rescue those with no other advocate.
The Context of Psalms 72:12
The king's greatness is shown in rescuing those no one else will help.
What Does Psalms 72:12 Mean?
After the grand universal claims, the psalm returns to the foundational promise: deliverance for the needy. The specific mention of those 'that hath no helper' indicates people abandoned by all other sources of aid—the truly destitute. The king's readiness to deliver 'when he crieth' shows immediate, responsive action.
This verse anchors the king's claim to universal dominion in his intimate care for the powerless. His greatness is not measured by distant territories but by his presence to those abandoned. This makes the king accountable to God's justice: true authority serves the weakest first.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 72:12
What does Psalms 72:12 mean?
The king will answer the cry of the helpless and rescue those with no other advocate.
What is the context of Psalms 72:12?
The king's greatness is shown in rescuing those no one else will help.