Psalms 92:13 Meaning and Explanation
“Those that be planted in the house of the LORD shall flourish in the courts of our God.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Psalms 92:13
Those in covenant relationship with God thrive.
What Does Psalms 92:13 Mean?
'Planted in the house of the LORD' shifts from individual righteousness to community and covenant relationship. Being 'planted' suggests both choice (the planting act) and permanent placement. The house of the LORD is the temple—the place of worship and communion with God.
Flourishing 'in the courts' emphasizes that growth happens within sacred space, through participation in communal worship. Those who are actively present in God's house, who commit themselves to the covenant relationship, experience the conditions for growth. Proximity to the holy sustains life.
Psalms 92:13 in the Original Language
natu'a (נָטוּעַ), 'planted'—deeply rooted, established, secured in place.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 92:13
What does Psalms 92:13 mean?
Those rooted in God's house grow and flourish.
What is the context of Psalms 92:13?
Those in covenant relationship with God thrive.