Psalms 92:4
For thou, LORD, hast made me glad through thy work: I will triumph in the works of thy hands.
Original Language Analysis
כִּ֤י
H3588
כִּ֤י
Strong's:
H3588
Word #:
1 of 7
(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed
שִׂמַּחְתַּ֣נִי
hast made me glad
H8055
שִׂמַּחְתַּ֣נִי
hast made me glad
Strong's:
H8055
Word #:
2 of 7
probably to brighten up, i.e., (figuratively) be (causatively, make) blithe or gleesome
יְהוָ֣ה
For thou LORD
H3068
יְהוָ֣ה
For thou LORD
Strong's:
H3068
Word #:
3 of 7
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god
בְּֽמַעֲשֵׂ֖י
in the works
H4639
בְּֽמַעֲשֵׂ֖י
in the works
Strong's:
H4639
Word #:
5 of 7
an action (good or bad); generally, a transaction; abstractly, activity; by implication, a product (specifically, a poem) or (generally) property
Cross References
Psalms 8:6Thou madest him to have dominion over the works of thy hands; thou hast put all things under his feet:2 Corinthians 2:14Now thanks be unto God, which always causeth us to triumph in Christ, and maketh manifest the savour of his knowledge by us in every place.Luke 1:47And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour.Psalms 126:3The LORD hath done great things for us; whereof we are glad.Revelation 18:20Rejoice over her, thou heaven, and ye holy apostles and prophets; for God hath avenged you on her.John 16:22And ye now therefore have sorrow: but I will see you again, and your heart shall rejoice, and your joy no man taketh from you.Psalms 90:16Let thy work appear unto thy servants, and thy glory unto their children.Jeremiah 31:7For thus saith the LORD; Sing with gladness for Jacob, and shout among the chief of the nations: publish ye, praise ye, and say, O LORD, save thy people, the remnant of Israel.Psalms 143:5I remember the days of old; I meditate on all thy works; I muse on the work of thy hands.Psalms 64:10The righteous shall be glad in the LORD, and shall trust in him; and all the upright in heart shall glory.
Historical 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.
Questions for Reflection
- Which specific works of God in your life or in creation most fill you with joy and wonder?
- How does regularly 'remembering' God's past faithfulness strengthen your present faith?
Analysis & 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.