Psalms 72:14 Meaning and Explanation
“He shall redeem their soul from deceit and violence: and precious shall their blood be in his sight.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The king will rescue the needy from fraud and brutality, valuing their lives as precious.
The Context of Psalms 72:14
The king protects the oppressed from both fraud and violence.
What Does Psalms 72:14 Mean?
This verse specifies the threats from which the king delivers: deceit (fraud and betrayal) and violence (physical oppression). Redemption here means rescue and restoration. By naming these particular evils, the psalm acknowledges the specific ways the vulnerable are exploited—not just by direct force but by manipulation and deception.
The declaration that their blood is 'precious' in the king's sight is remarkable: a statement that the lives of the poor hold the same value as the highest. This shifts from duty to affection, suggesting that the king cherishes the needy, not merely as an obligation but as those who matter most to him.
Psalms 72:14 in the Original Language
aval (עַוְלָה), 'violence' — injustice, wrong, perversion of what is right.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 72:14
What does Psalms 72:14 mean?
The king will rescue the needy from fraud and brutality, valuing their lives as precious.
What is the context of Psalms 72:14?
The king protects the oppressed from both fraud and violence.