Psalm 16:5 Meaning
The LORD is the portion of mine inheritance and of my cup: thou maintainest my lot.
Context Explained
3But to the saints that are in the earth, and to the excellent, in whom is all my delight.
4Their sorrows shall be multiplied that hasten after another god: their drink offerings of blood will I not offer, nor take up their names into my lips.
5The LORD is the portion of mine inheritance and of my cup: thou maintainest my lot.
6The lines are fallen unto me in pleasant places; yea, I have a goodly heritage.
7I will bless the LORD, who hath given me counsel: my reins also instruct me in the night seasons.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Psalm 73:26
Both verses express the idea that God is the strength and portion of the believer.
Colossians 1:12
This verse speaks of being part of God's inheritance, similar to the themes in Psalm 16:5.
Hebrews 9:15
This passage discusses the inheritance through Christ, linking back to God's promise in Psalm 16:5.
Source: Psalm 16:5