Psalm 21
Psalm 21 Meaning
Psalm 21 is the companion to Psalm 20, celebrating the answered prayer. The king rejoices in the LORD's strength, having been given the desire of his heart, length of days, and a crown of pure gold.
The joy is not in the king's own power but in the God who blessed him. His trust in the LORD's steadfast love keeps him from being shaken.
Key verses from Psalm 21
“The king shall joy in thy strength, O LORD; and in thy salvation how greatly shall he rejoice!”
Psalm 21:1
“Thou hast given him his heart’s desire, and hast not withholden the request of his lips. Selah.”
Psalm 21:2
“He asked life of thee, and thou gavest it him, even length of days for ever and ever.”
Psalm 21:4
“Be thou exalted, LORD, in thine own strength: so will we sing and praise thy power.”
Psalm 21:13
How Psalm 21 points to Jesus
The everlasting life and crown this psalm celebrates belong fully to the risen Jesus, given length of days forever. His victory is the joy of all who trust Him.