Psalms 72:20 Meaning and Explanation
“The prayers of David the son of Jesse are ended.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →This psalm concludes the collection of David's prayers.
The Context of Psalms 72:20
This editorial note marks the end of a collection of David's prayers.
What Does Psalms 72:20 Mean?
This final verse is a colophon—an editorial note marking the end of a section of the Psalter. It attributes the psalm to David (the son of Jesse) and indicates that this particular collection of his prayers has concluded. Such notes help readers understand the structure and history of the psalms.
The placement of this note suggests that Psalms 1-72 (or a significant collection within them) were compiled together and attributed to David. While the note itself is not part of David's prayer, it preserves a record of how ancient readers understood and organized these sacred texts.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 72:20
What does Psalms 72:20 mean?
This psalm concludes the collection of David's prayers.
What is the context of Psalms 72:20?
This editorial note marks the end of a collection of David's prayers.