Psalms 89:19 Meaning and Explanation
“Then thou spakest in vision to thy holy one, and saidst, I have laid help upon one that is mighty; I have exalted one chosen out of the people.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God appeared to His servant in vision, declaring that He has given power to a mighty, chosen leader.
The Context of Psalms 89:19
Transitioning from cosmic praise to the revelation of God's covenant with David, promised through direct divine word.
What Does Psalms 89:19 Mean?
The vision is a divine communication—a moment of revelation in which God directly addresses His servant. The setting moves from the abstract praise of God's attributes to the specific historical covenant: God speaking to confirm His choice of a leader.
God's laying help upon a mighty one means placing divine support and strength at that leader's disposal. Exalting someone 'chosen out of the people' indicates that this is not arbitrary appointment but selection from among God's own community, endowing that person with authority and backing.
Psalms 89:19 in the Original Language
chalah (חָלָה) — to lay upon, to set upon; here meaning to place the burden of divine mission and support upon someone.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 89:19
What does Psalms 89:19 mean?
God appeared to His servant in vision, declaring that He has given power to a mighty, chosen leader.
What is the context of Psalms 89:19?
Transitioning from cosmic praise to the revelation of God's covenant with David, promised through direct divine word.