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Psalm 81:6 Meaning

I removed his shoulder from the burden: his hands were delivered from the pots.

Context Explained

4For this was a statute for Israel, and a law of the God of Jacob.

5This he ordained in Joseph for a testimony, when he went out through the land of Egypt: where I heard a language that I understood not.

6I removed his shoulder from the burden: his hands were delivered from the pots.

7Thou calledst in trouble, and I delivered thee; I answered thee in the secret place of thunder: I proved thee at the waters of Meribah. Selah.

8Hear, O my people, and I will testify unto thee: O Israel, if thou wilt hearken unto me;

Key Themes

burdendeliverancefreedom

Related Cross References

  • Galatians 5:1

    Both verses emphasize freedom from burdens and oppression.

  • Psalm 68:19

    This verse also speaks of God bearing burdens.

  • Isaiah 58:6

    Both verses discuss the idea of freedom and deliverance.

Source: Psalm 81:6