Bible Chapter Summary
Psalms 71 Summary
Prayer for Deliverance and Continued Praise
The psalmist appeals to God for trust and refuge, asking to be delivered from wicked enemies and assured never to be abandoned in old age. From youth God has been his strength and protector, and the psalmist commits to declaring God's works and righteousness to future generations despite his enemies' false claims that God has forsaken him. Throughout the psalm, he vows to continuously praise God with music and declare His salvation and wondrous deeds.
Key themes
Key verses
Psalms 71:1
“In thee, O LORD, do I put my trust: let me never be put to confusion.”
Psalms 71:17
“O God, thou hast taught me from my youth: and hitherto have I declared thy wondrous works.”
Psalms 71:18
“Now also when I am old and grayheaded, O God, forsake me not; until I have shewed thy strength unto this generation, and thy power to every one that is to come.”
Psalms 71:24
“My tongue also shall talk of thy righteousness all the day long: for they are confounded, for they are brought unto shame, that seek my hurt.”
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