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What Does Psalms 105:43 Mean?

Psalms 105:43 in the King James Version says “And he brought forth his people with joy, and his chosen with gladness: gladness: Heb. singing — study this verse from Psalms chapter 105 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.

And he brought forth his people with joy, and his chosen with gladness: gladness: Heb. singing

Psalms 105:43 · KJV


Context

41

He opened the rock, and the waters gushed out; they ran in the dry places like a river.

42

For he remembered his holy promise, and Abraham his servant.

43

And he brought forth his people with joy, and his chosen with gladness: gladness: Heb. singing

44

And gave them the lands of the heathen: and they inherited the labour of the people;

45

That they might observe his statutes, and keep his laws. Praise ye the LORD. Praise: Heb. Hallelujah


Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
This verse describes the emotional character of the exodus. 'With joy' and 'with gladness' emphasize the celebration of redemption. The Hebrew sason (שָׂשׂוֹן, 'joy') and rinnah (רִנָּה, 'gladness/singing') suggest exuberant, vocal celebration. 'His people' and 'his chosen' are covenant terms emphasizing God's electing love (Deuteronomy 7:6-8). Though Israel left as former slaves, they departed as God's treasured possession. This joyful exodus prefigures the greater joy of redemption in Christ, when sinners are delivered from slavery to sin. The joy of salvation should characterize God's redeemed people (Philippians 4:4; 1 Peter 1:8).

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Historical & Cultural Context

Israel's journey began not in sorrow but in triumph. They left Egypt as a conquering army plundering the defeated foe. The Song of the Sea (Exodus 15) expresses this exultant joy after crossing the Red Sea. This joy contrasted sharply with their earlier groaning under bondage (Exodus 2:23-24), demonstrating God's power to transform mourning into dancing (Psalm 30:11).

Reflection Questions

  1. How should the joy of redemption characterize the Christian life and worship?
  2. What does God's choice ('his chosen') teach about the nature of election and grace?
  3. In what ways does the exodus joy prefigure resurrection joy and eternal celebration?

Original Language Analysis

Hebrew · 6 words
וַיּוֹצִ֣א1 of 6

And he brought forth

H3318

to go (causatively, bring) out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim

עַמּ֣וֹ2 of 6

his people

H5971

a people (as a congregated unit); specifically, a tribe (as those of israel); hence (collectively) troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock

בְשָׂשׂ֑וֹן3 of 6

with joy

H8342

cheerfulness; specifically, welcome

בְּ֝רִנָּ֗ה4 of 6

with gladness

H7440

properly, a creaking (or shrill sound), i.e., shout (of joy or grief)

אֶת5 of 6
H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

בְּחִירָֽיו׃6 of 6

and his chosen

H972

select


Study Guide

Historical Context

This verse is found in the book of Psalms. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.

Theological Significance

Psalms 105:43 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.

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