Psalms 118:25 meaning
In this passage, the psalmist calls out for divine intervention and salvation, a theme resonant in both communal worship and personal supplication. The context reflects a festive atmosphere, possibly during the Feast of Tabernacles or a similar celebration, where worshipers come to acknowledge God's sovereignty and grace. The plea for salvation is not just a desperate cry; it is also a recognition of God's past faithfulness and a loving invitation for the Messiah to bring victory and prosperity. This verse forms a pivotal moment leading up to the acknowledgment of God's goodness.
In this spirit, the psalmist implores, “Save now, I beseech thee, O Lord; O Lord, I beseech thee, send now prosperity.” The term “Hosanna,” used in the New Testament during Jesus' triumphal entry, echoes this very theme, showcasing the hope that those who came in the Lord's name would deliver the people. The fervent desire for divine assistance is paralleled in today's faithful prayers, reminding believers of their ongoing need for God's mercy and grace in every area of life (Psalms 118:25-26).
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Deeper Commentary Covering this Verse:
- Psalm 118:24-26 meaning. The psalmist continues his poetic narrative testifying of the LORD’s salvation with a praise that this day is the day of salvation which the LORD has made. He then beseeches the LORD to send the Messiah, before saying "Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the LORD." This portion of Psalm 118 gives voice to what the crowds proclaimed of Jesus the Messiah as He triumphantly entered Jerusalem.
Other Relevant Commentaries:
- Psalm 118:5-7 meaning. The psalmist begins his poetic narrative (Psalm 118:5-27) by recalling a time when he called out to the LORD in his distress. The LORD answered and exalted him. The psalmist does not fear because the LORD is with Him and wonders aloud—what can man do to me? He concludes that he can trust the LORD, and rest content to not pay back the evil they have done him because the LORD is among those who help him and the LORD will save and vindicate him.
- Psalm 118:15-18 meaning. The Psalmist continues his poetic narrative testifying to the LORD's everlasting kindness by depicting a rejoicing camp following the stunning victory in battle. The tents of the righteous are full of joyful shouting as they praise the right hand of the LORD. The psalmist marvels that he is not dead but still alive. In verse 18, the psalmist reflects upon how the LORD has used these severe circumstances to mature him in His faith.
- Psalm 118:1 meaning. Psalm 118 begins with a common exhortation to "Give thanks to the LORD." The reason he provides for us to give thanks is: "for He is good." The psalmist's proof that the LORD is good is: "For His lovingkindness is everlasting." The psalmist's gratitude for God's lovingkindness is established up front and it permeates the entirety of Psalm 118. Psalm 118 is the climactic finale of group of five consecutive praise psalms called "the Hallel."
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