King James Version

What Does Psalms 56:10 Mean?

Psalms 56:10 in the King James Version says “In God will I praise his word: in the LORD will I praise his word. — study this verse from Psalms chapter 56 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.

In God will I praise his word: in the LORD will I praise his word.

Psalms 56:10 · KJV


Context

8

Thou tellest my wanderings: put thou my tears into thy bottle: are they not in thy book?

9

When I cry unto thee, then shall mine enemies turn back: this I know; for God is for me.

10

In God will I praise his word: in the LORD will I praise his word.

11

In God have I put my trust: I will not be afraid what man can do unto me.

12

Thy vows are upon me, O God: I will render praises unto thee.


Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
The repetition of verse 4 with 'LORD' (YHWH) replacing 'God' intensifies the covenant dimension. Praising both God's 'word' and the LORD's 'word' emphasizes Scripture's divine origin. Trust in YHWH specifically invokes Israel's covenant name for God, grounding confidence in particular historical promises rather than generic theism.

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Historical & Cultural Context

The use of both Elohim (God) and YHWH (LORD) is characteristic of psalmic poetry, emphasizing different aspects of God's character—His universal sovereignty and His particular covenant faithfulness to Israel respectively.

Reflection Questions

  1. How does knowing God through His covenant name (YHWH) deepen trust beyond acknowledging His existence?
  2. What specific covenant promises correspond to your present needs?

Original Language Analysis

Hebrew · 6 words
בֵּֽ֭אלֹהִים1 of 6

In God

H430

gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used (in the plural thus, especially with the article) of the supreme god; occasionally applied by way of

אֲהַלֵּ֥ל2 of 6

will I praise

H1984

to be clear (orig. of sound, but usually of color); to shine; hence, to make a show, to boast; and thus to be (clamorously) foolish; to rave; causativ

דָּבָֽר׃3 of 6

his word

H1697

a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause

בַּ֝יהוָ֗ה4 of 6

in the LORD

H3068

(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god

אֲהַלֵּ֥ל5 of 6

will I praise

H1984

to be clear (orig. of sound, but usually of color); to shine; hence, to make a show, to boast; and thus to be (clamorously) foolish; to rave; causativ

דָּבָֽר׃6 of 6

his word

H1697

a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause


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 56:10 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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