Psalms 92:10
But my horn shalt thou exalt like the horn of an unicorn: I shall be anointed with fresh oil.
Original Language Analysis
וַתָּ֣רֶם
shalt thou exalt
H7311
וַתָּ֣רֶם
shalt thou exalt
Strong's:
H7311
Word #:
1 of 6
to be high actively, to rise or raise (in various applications, literally or figuratively)
כִּרְאֵ֣ים
like the horn of an unicorn
H7214
כִּרְאֵ֣ים
like the horn of an unicorn
Strong's:
H7214
Word #:
2 of 6
a wild bull (from its conspicuousness)
קַרְנִ֑י
But my horn
H7161
קַרְנִ֑י
But my horn
Strong's:
H7161
Word #:
3 of 6
a horn (as projecting); by implication, a flask, cornet; by resemblance. an elephant's tooth (i.e., ivory), a corner (of the altar), a peak (of a moun
בַּ֝לֹּתִ֗י
I shall be anointed
H1101
בַּ֝לֹּתִ֗י
I shall be anointed
Strong's:
H1101
Word #:
4 of 6
to overflow (specifically with oil.); by implication, to mix; to fodder
Cross References
Psalms 23:5Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.Psalms 89:17For thou art the glory of their strength: and in thy favour our horn shall be exalted.Psalms 45:7Thou lovest righteousness, and hatest wickedness: therefore God, thy God, hath anointed thee with the oil of gladness above thy fellows.2 Corinthians 1:21Now he which stablisheth us with you in Christ, and hath anointed us, is God;Psalms 75:10All the horns of the wicked also will I cut off; but the horns of the righteous shall be exalted.1 John 2:20But ye have an unction from the Holy One, and ye know all things.Psalms 112:9He hath dispersed, he hath given to the poor; his righteousness endureth for ever; his horn shall be exalted with honour.Numbers 24:8God brought him forth out of Egypt; he hath as it were the strength of an unicorn: he shall eat up the nations his enemies, and shall break their bones, and pierce them through with his arrows.Psalms 89:24But my faithfulness and my mercy shall be with him: and in my name shall his horn be exalted.1 Samuel 2:1And Hannah prayed, and said, My heart rejoiceth in the LORD, mine horn is exalted in the LORD: my mouth is enlarged over mine enemies; because I rejoice in thy salvation.
Historical Context
Anointing with oil was used for priests, kings, and prophets in Israel, signifying divine appointment and empowerment for service.
Questions for Reflection
- In what areas of your life do you need God's strengthening and fresh anointing?
- How does your identity as one 'anointed' by the Holy Spirit affect your sense of purpose and calling?
Analysis & Commentary
The horn symbolizes strength and dignity in Hebrew poetry, drawn from observation of wild oxen (re'em). Being exalted like the horn depicts empowerment and vindication. The 'fresh oil' (shemen ra'anan) represents renewal, consecration, and the Holy Spirit's anointing. This combination of strength and anointing points forward to Christ, the Anointed One, and to believers who receive both power and consecration through the Spirit.