King James Version

What Does Psalms 92:2 Mean?

Psalms 92:2 in the King James Version says “To shew forth thy lovingkindness in the morning, and thy faithfulness every night, every: Heb. in the nights — study this verse from Psalms chapter 92 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.

To shew forth thy lovingkindness in the morning, and thy faithfulness every night, every: Heb. in the nights

Psalms 92:2 · KJV


Context

1

A Psalm or Song for the sabbath day. It is a good thing to give thanks unto the LORD, and to sing praises unto thy name, O most High:

2

To shew forth thy lovingkindness in the morning, and thy faithfulness every night, every: Heb. in the nights

3

Upon an instrument of ten strings, and upon the psaltery; upon the harp with a solemn sound. the harp: or, the solemn sound with the harp a solemn: Heb. Higgaion

4

For thou, LORD, hast made me glad through thy work: I will triumph in the works of thy hands.


Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
The bipartite structure of morning 'lovingkindness' (hesed) and evening 'faithfulness' (emunah) reflects God's covenant attributes that sustain believers throughout each day. This pattern teaches that meditation on God's character should bookend our daily activities. The Hebrew hesed encompasses loyal love, mercy, and covenant faithfulness—a rich theological concept central to understanding God's relationship with His people.

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Historical & Cultural Context

The morning and evening pattern corresponds to the daily sacrifices (tamid) offered in the temple, creating a rhythm of worship that sanctified all of time.

Reflection Questions

  1. How can establishing morning and evening times of focusing on God's attributes transform your daily routine?
  2. What specific evidences of God's lovingkindness and faithfulness have you experienced today?

Original Language Analysis

Hebrew · 5 words
לְהַגִּ֣יד1 of 5

To shew forth

H5046

properly, to front, i.e., stand boldly out opposite; by implication (causatively), to manifest; figuratively, to announce (always by word of mouth to

בַּבֹּ֣קֶר2 of 5

in the morning

H1242

properly, dawn (as the break of day); generally, morning

חַסְֽדֶּ֑ךָ3 of 5

thy lovingkindness

H2617

kindness; by implication (towards god) piety; rarely (by opposition) reproof, or (subject.) beauty

וֶ֝אֱמֽוּנָתְךָ֗4 of 5

and thy faithfulness

H530

literally firmness; figuratively security; morally fidelity

בַּלֵּילֽוֹת׃5 of 5

every night

H3915

properly, a twist (away of the light), i.e., night; figuratively, adversity


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 92:2 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.

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