Psalm 118:24 in Context
Psalm 118:24 read in its full chapter context. See the verses before and after, plus historical setting and flow of thought.
"This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it."
— Psalm 118:24 (KJV)
Where This Verse Sits
Psalm 118:24 appears in Psalms chapter 118, verse 24. This psalm was part of the Hallel collection (Psalms 113-118) sung during major Jewish festivals, including Passover. Jesus likely sang this psalm at the Last Supper (Matthew 26:30). In its original context, it celebrated God's deliverance—possibly from military victory or national restoration.
The Verse Itself
"This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it."
— Psalm 118:24 (KJV)
Flow of the Passage
To grasp Psalm 118:24 fully, read it inside the surrounding paragraph. The verses before set up the argument, and the verses after show its outworking. Psalms 118 as a whole carries forward the theme of joy, and this single verse is one beat in that larger movement.
The psalmist recognizes each day as a gift from God, worthy of celebration. Joy is a choice we make because God has created this day for His purposes.
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