Psalms 56:10

Authorized King James Version

In God will I praise his word: in the LORD will I praise his word.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
בֵּֽ֭אלֹהִים
H430
In God
gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used (in the plural thus, especially with the article) of the supreme god; occasionally applied by way of
#2
אֲהַלֵּ֥ל
H1984
will I praise
to be clear (orig. of sound, but usually of color); to shine; hence, to make a show, to boast; and thus to be (clamorously) foolish; to rave; causativ
#3
דָּבָֽר׃
H1697
his word
a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause
#4
בַּ֝יהוָ֗ה
H3068
in the LORD
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god
#5
אֲהַלֵּ֥ל
H1984
will I praise
to be clear (orig. of sound, but usually of color); to shine; hence, to make a show, to boast; and thus to be (clamorously) foolish; to rave; causativ
#6
דָּבָֽר׃
H1697
his word
a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause

Analysis

This verse develops the worship and praise theme central to Psalms. The concept of divine sovereignty reflects the proper human response to God's character and works. 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

The literary and historical milieu of ancient Near Eastern poetry and hymnic literature for worship shapes this text's meaning. Israel's liturgical traditions developed through centuries of temple worship and personal devotion Understanding a worldview centered on covenant relationship between God and His people helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine sovereignty in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection