Psalms 105:43

Authorized King James Version

And he brought forth his people with joy, and his chosen with gladness:

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיּוֹצִ֣א

H3318

And he brought forth

to go (causatively, bring) out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim

עַמּ֣וֹ

H5971

his people

a people (as a congregated unit); specifically, a tribe (as those of israel); hence (collectively) troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock

בְשָׂשׂ֑וֹן

H8342

with joy

cheerfulness; specifically, welcome

בְּ֝רִנָּ֗ה

H7440

with gladness

properly, a creaking (or shrill sound), i.e., shout (of joy or grief)

אֶת

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

בְּחִירָֽיו׃

H972

and his chosen

select

Analysis

This verse develops the worship and praise theme central to Psalms. The concept of covenant community reflects the proper human response to God's character and works. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to worship literature expressing the full range of human experience before God, advancing the author's theological argument. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

Historical Context

This passage must be understood within the Israelite monarchy with its court politics and military conflicts. The author writes to address worshipers in the temple and those seeking God in times of distress, making the emphasis on worship and praise particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection

How does this verse's literary context within Psalms chapter 105 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
How does the worship and praise theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
How might the original audience's understanding of covenant community differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?