King James Version

What Does Psalms 92:4 Mean?

Psalms 92:4 in the King James Version says “For thou, LORD, hast made me glad through thy work: I will triumph in the works of thy hands. — study this verse from Psalms chapter 92 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.

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

Psalms 92:4 · KJV


Context

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.

5

O LORD, how great are thy works! and thy thoughts are very deep.

6

A brutish man knoweth not; neither doth a fool understand this.


Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
The causative 'for' (ki) links praise to God's mighty works and creative activity. The Hebrew 'samach' (made glad) indicates deep, abiding joy—not superficial happiness. This gladness is rooted in observing God's sovereign work in creation and providence. The theology of joy flowing from contemplating God's works establishes that Christian happiness is intellectually grounded, not emotionally manufactured.

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Historical & Cultural Context

Israel's worship consistently celebrated God's acts in creation and history (Exodus, conquest, preservation). The psalmist stands in this tradition of rehearsing divine deeds.

Reflection Questions

  1. Which specific works of God in your life or in creation most fill you with joy and wonder?
  2. How does regularly 'remembering' God's past faithfulness strengthen your present faith?

Original Language Analysis

Hebrew · 7 words
כִּ֤י1 of 7
H3588

(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed

שִׂמַּחְתַּ֣נִי2 of 7

hast made me glad

H8055

probably to brighten up, i.e., (figuratively) be (causatively, make) blithe or gleesome

יְהוָ֣ה3 of 7

For thou LORD

H3068

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

בְּפָעֳלֶ֑ךָ4 of 7

through thy work

H6467

an act or work (concretely)

בְּֽמַעֲשֵׂ֖י5 of 7

in the works

H4639

an action (good or bad); generally, a transaction; abstractly, activity; by implication, a product (specifically, a poem) or (generally) property

יָדֶ֣יךָ6 of 7

of thy hands

H3027

a hand (the open one [indicating power, means, direction, etc.], in distinction from h3709, the closed one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great v

אֲרַנֵּֽן׃7 of 7

I will triumph

H7442

properly, to creak (or emit a stridulous sound), i.e., to shout (usually for joy)


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 92:4 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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