Psalm 85 Verse 2 Explained
VERSE OF THE DAY SCRIPTURE
Psalm 85:2 (KJV) — “Thou hast forgiven the iniquity of thy people, thou hast covered all their sin. Selah.”
EXPLANATION
Psalm 85:2 is a powerful reminder of God’s deep mercy, forgiveness, and commitment to His people. In this verse, the psalmist joyfully acknowledges something extraordinary that God has done: He has forgiven the sins of His people. Not partially, not temporarily, but completely.
The verse begins with the phrase, “Thou hast forgiven the iniquity of thy people…” The word iniquity refers to the inner wrongdoing—the sinful nature—that leads humans away from God. By saying God has forgiven iniquity, the psalmist celebrates a restoration of relationship. God did not hold their failures against them. He wiped the slate clean. This teaches us something important: forgiveness is not based on our perfection but on God's compassion. ❤️
The second part says, “thou hast covered all their sin.” In biblical language, “to cover” sin means to atone for it—to remove its power, consequences, and guilt. This is a beautiful picture of God's divine mercy. It means He doesn’t just forgive—He restores. He doesn’t just overlook sin—He removes its stain. He doesn’t just see what we did—He chooses to see us through the lens of grace. ✨
The final word, “Selah,” is an invitation. It means: Pause. Reflect. Think deeply. The psalmist wants the reader to stop and let this truth sink in: God is willing to forgive completely. He is willing to cover all sin—not some, not most—all.
This verse reflects a deep truth about God’s heart. He longs to restore His people. He desires reconciliation, not separation. Even when Israel disobeyed, God responded with mercy whenever they turned back to Him. This same mercy is available to us today.
In a world where mistakes often define our identity, Psalm 85:2 reminds us that God offers a different narrative: You are forgiven. You are covered. You are restored. No matter how heavy the burden of guilt may feel, God’s forgiveness is greater. And when He forgives, He brings peace, hope, and a fresh start. 🌿
SELF REFLECTION
Take a moment to pause—Selah—and think: Have you truly accepted God’s forgiveness in your life? Sometimes we believe God forgives others easily, but struggle to believe He forgives us just as much. Is there something you are still carrying that God has already covered?
How does it make you feel to know that God chooses to erase your past, not remind you of it? Share your thoughts in the comments—what part of Psalm 85:2 speaks to you the most today? 💬🙏
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