Psalms 92:5 Meaning and Explanation
“O LORD, how great are thy works! and thy thoughts are very deep.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Psalms 92:5
Divine creative power and wisdom surpass human knowledge.
What Does Psalms 92:5 Mean?
An exclamation of awe breaks the psalm's flow—the psalmist is struck by the magnitude of what has been made. 'Greatness' of works is paired with the 'depths' of divine thoughts, suggesting that even what we can see (creation) barely hints at the intelligence behind it.
The depth of God's thoughts invites humility. Not all divine purpose is transparent; what humans can comprehend directly (the works) reveals only the surface of an intelligence that extends far beyond sight. This frames all subsequent human judgment as partial.
Psalms 92:5 in the Original Language
maaseh (מַעֲשֶׂה), 'works'—deeds, creation, accomplishments; what God has fashioned.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 92:5
What does Psalms 92:5 mean?
God's works and thoughts exceed human understanding.
What is the context of Psalms 92:5?
Divine creative power and wisdom surpass human knowledge.