Psalms 130:7

Authorized King James Version

Let Israel hope in the LORD: for with the LORD there is mercy, and with him is plenteous redemption.

Word-by-Word Analysis

יַחֵ֥ל

H3176

hope

to wait; by implication, to be patient, hope

יִשְׂרָאֵ֗ל

H3478

Let Israel

he will rule as god; jisral, a symbolical name of jacob; also (typically) of his posterity

אֶל

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

יְהוָ֥ה

H3068

for with the LORD

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

כִּֽי

H3588

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

עִם

H5973

adverb or preposition, with (i.e., in conjunction with), in varied applications; specifically, equally with; often with prepositional prefix (and then

יְהוָ֥ה

H3068

for with the LORD

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

הַחֶ֑סֶד

H2617

there is mercy

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

וְהַרְבֵּ֖ה

H7235

and with him is plenteous

to increase (in whatever respect)

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עִמּ֣וֹ

H5973

adverb or preposition, with (i.e., in conjunction with), in varied applications; specifically, equally with; often with prepositional prefix (and then

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פְדֽוּת׃

H6304

redemption

distinction; also deliverance

Analysis

This verse develops the divine love theme central to Psalms. The concept of redemption reflects the development of divine love within biblical theology. The divine name or title here functions within worship literature expressing the full range of human experience before God to establish theological authority and covenantal relationship. The original language emphasizes the covenant name Yahweh, emphasizing God's faithfulness to His promises, 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 divine love 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 Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.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 the divine love theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
In what ways does understanding redemption in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about divine love?
How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from covenant faithfulness to sacrificial love demonstrated in Christ, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?