Psalms 72:14

He shall redeem their soul from deceit and violence: and precious shall their blood be in his sight.

He shall redeem {H1350}{H8799)} their soul {H5315} from deceit {H8496} and violence {H2555}: and precious {H3365}{H8799)} shall their blood {H1818} be in his sight {H5869}.

He will redeem them from oppression and violence; their blood will be precious in his view.

He will redeem them from oppression and violence, for their blood is precious in his sight.

He will redeem their soul from oppression and violence; And precious will their blood be in his sight:

Context

Psalms 72 is a profound prayer or prophecy concerning the reign of a righteous king. Traditionally attributed to King Solomon, it describes an ideal monarch whose rule is characterized by justice, peace, and deep compassion for the poor and needy. While it speaks to an earthly king, its magnificent scope and perfect attributes point beyond any human ruler to the ultimate Messianic King, Jesus Christ. Verse 14 specifically highlights the king's protective and redemptive role over his vulnerable subjects, promising deliverance from oppression.

Key Themes

  • Divine Redemption and Deliverance: The verse emphasizes the king's active role in saving his people from harm. This "redemption" is not passive; it's a powerful intervention on behalf of the oppressed. It foreshadows the ultimate deliverance provided by Christ (Ephesians 1:7).
  • Protection from Evil: "Deceit and violence" represent the pervasive evils of injustice, treachery, and physical harm that threaten human well-being. The righteous king, or ultimately God Himself, stands as a formidable shield against these destructive forces.
  • Inherent Value of Life: The powerful phrase "precious shall their blood be in his sight" conveys the immense value the king places on the lives of his subjects, particularly those who are vulnerable and marginalized. It signifies his deep regard and unwavering commitment to their safety and welfare, ensuring that their suffering or death will not go unnoticed or unavenged.

Linguistic Insights

The Hebrew word for "redeem" here is ga'al (גָּאַל), which often carries the nuance of a "kinsman-redeemer." This term implies a strong familial bond and an active intervention to rescue from bondage, danger, or injustice. It suggests a personal and committed act of liberation. The word "blood" (דָּם, dam) is a common biblical metonymy for life itself, underscoring that the king values their very existence. To be "precious" (יָקָר, yaqar) speaks to something of high worth and intrinsic value, not just its utility.

Deeper Significance & Application

This verse paints a picture of a ruler who genuinely cares for his people, especially the most vulnerable members of society. For believers, it finds its ultimate and perfect fulfillment in Jesus Christ, the King of kings. He redeems us from the deceit and violence of sin and its eternal consequences, as well as from the schemes of the enemy. His sacrificial love and death demonstrate how precious our lives are in His sight.

This understanding calls us to:

  • Trust in Divine Protection: Even amidst a world full of deceit and violence, we can find refuge and hope in the ultimate King who values our lives and promises to deliver us.
  • Advocate for Justice: Recognizing the immense value God places on every human life should compel us to stand against injustice, deceit, and violence in our own communities and globally, reflecting His heart for the oppressed.
  • Live with Purpose: Our lives, being precious in God's sight, are not accidental or meaningless. We are called to live them in a way that honors Him, knowing He has redeemed us for a divine purpose.
Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • Psalms 116:15

    Precious in the sight of the LORD [is] the death of his saints.

  • Revelation 19:2

    For true and righteous [are] his judgments: for he hath judged the great whore, which did corrupt the earth with her fornication, and hath avenged the blood of his servants at her hand.

  • 1 Thessalonians 2:15

    Who both killed the Lord Jesus, and their own prophets, and have persecuted us; and they please not God, and are contrary to all men:

  • 1 Thessalonians 2:16

    Forbidding us to speak to the Gentiles that they might be saved, to fill up their sins alway: for the wrath is come upon them to the uttermost.

  • 2 Samuel 4:9

    ¶ And David answered Rechab and Baanah his brother, the sons of Rimmon the Beerothite, and said unto them, [As] the LORD liveth, who hath redeemed my soul out of all adversity,

  • Luke 1:68

    Blessed [be] the Lord God of Israel; for he hath visited and redeemed his people,

  • Luke 1:75

    In holiness and righteousness before him, all the days of our life.

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