Psalms 108:6
That thy beloved may be delivered: save with thy right hand, and answer me.
Psalms 108:6
This petition asks for deliverance for God’s beloved, asking God to “save with thy right hand” and “answer me.” The “beloved” language aligns with the covenant people—those whom God loves and protects. The right hand is a frequent symbol of power and salvation in biblical poetry. The verse reflects a plea for personal and communal deliverance that aligns with God’s redemptive history. The surrounding verses suggest that Deliverance is a necessity for the people’s flourishing and the fulfillment of divine promises.
Theologically, the verse foregrounds divine initiative in salvation—God’s willingness to act decisively for his covenant people. It also expresses intimate relationship with God, the beloved, reflecting the personal dimension of God’s rescue.
In today’s life, this can translate into prayers for rescue from hardship—illness, injustice, or oppression—asking God to intervene with steadfast love and power. It also invites believers to reflect God’s delivering kindness in their communities through advocacy, mercy ministries, and support for those in crisis.
Cross-References: Psalm 18:1-2; Psalm 44:3; Isaiah 41:10; Romans 8:31-32