King James Version
What Does Psalms 63:2 Mean?
“To see thy power and thy glory, so as I have seen thee in the sanctuary.”
Context
1
A Psalm of David, when he was in the wilderness of Judah. O God, thou art my God; early will I seek thee: my soul thirsteth for thee, my flesh longeth for thee in a dry and thirsty land, where no water is; thirsty: Heb. weary where: without water
2
To see thy power and thy glory, so as I have seen thee in the sanctuary.
3
Because thy lovingkindness is better than life, my lips shall praise thee.
4
Thus will I bless thee while I live: I will lift up my hands in thy name.
Commentary
Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers(2) **To see thy power . . .**—The transposition of the clauses in the Authorised Version weakens the sense. Render, *So *(*i.e., in this state of religious fervour*)* in the sanctuary have I had vision of thee in seeing thy might and glory. *The psalmist means, that while he saw with his eyes the outward signs of Divine glory, he had a spiritual vision (the Hebrew word is that generally used of prophetic vision) of God.
Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). Public Domain.
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 63:2 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
Cross-References
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