King James Version

What Does Psalms 66:13 Mean?

Psalms 66:13 in the King James Version says “I will go into thy house with burnt offerings: I will pay thee my vows,” — study this verse from Psalms chapter 66 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.

“I will go into thy house with burnt offerings: I will pay thee my vows,”

Psalms 66:13 · KJV

Context

11

Thou broughtest us into the net; thou laidst affliction upon our loins.

12

Thou hast caused men to ride over our heads; we went through fire and through water: but thou broughtest us out into a wealthy place. wealthy: Heb. moist

13

I will go into thy house with burnt offerings: I will pay thee my vows,

14

Which my lips have uttered, and my mouth hath spoken, when I was in trouble. uttered: Heb. opened

15

I will offer unto thee burnt sacrifices of fatlings, with the incense of rams; I will offer bullocks with goats. Selah. fatlings: Heb. marrow

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Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
Personal testimony now follows corporate praise—'I will go into thy house with burnt offerings' shows individual commitment to worship. Burnt offerings, wholly consumed on the altar, symbolized complete dedication to God. The phrase 'I will pay thee my vows' reflects covenant faithfulness—keeping promises made during distress. This teaches that vows made in desperation must be honored in deliverance, demonstrating that genuine faith persists beyond crisis.

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Historical & Cultural Context

In Israel's sacrificial system, burnt offerings (Leviticus 1) represented atonement and total consecration. Vow-keeping was legally and morally binding (Deuteronomy 23:21-23), showing God's people valued their word as sacred.

Reflection Questions

  1. What 'vows' or commitments did you make to God during difficult times that you need to fulfill now?
  2. How does your worship in times of blessing compare to your prayers in times of need?
  3. In what ways does the burnt offering's complete consumption picture the total dedication God desires from you?

Original Language Analysis

Hebrew · 6 words
אָב֣וֹא1 of 6

“I will go”

H935

to go or come (in a wide variety of applications)

בֵיתְךָ֣2 of 6

“into thy house”

H1004

a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)

בְעוֹל֑וֹת3 of 6

“with burnt offerings”

H5930

a step or (collectively, stairs, as ascending); usually a holocaust (as going up in smoke)

אֲשַׁלֵּ֖ם4 of 6

“I will pay”

H7999

to be safe (in mind, body or estate); figuratively, to be (causatively, make) completed; by implication, to be friendly; by extension, to reciprocate

לְךָ֣5 of 6
H0
נְדָרָֽי׃6 of 6

“thee my vows”

H5088

a promise (to god); also (concretely) a thing promised

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 66:13 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

Verses related to Psalms 66:13 from Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Psalms 100:4Ecclesiastes 5:4Psalms 56:12Psalms 116:17-19Psalms 118:19Psalms 116:14

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