Psalm 55:22
“Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved.”
— Psalm 55:22 (KJV)
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What Does Psalm 55:22 Mean?
David encourages believers to throw their burdens onto God—He is able to carry what we cannot. God sustains His people and keeps them from falling.
How to Apply This Verse
You weren't designed to carry life's burdens alone. God invites you to cast your worries on Him. He will sustain you and keep you stable through every storm.
Historical Context
David wrote this psalm during a period of betrayal by a close friend, possibly Ahithophel, who sided with Absalom's rebellion. The pain of betrayal by an intimate companion intensified David's burden. His counsel to 'cast thy burden' came from personal experience of throwing himself on God's mercy during treachery.
Original Language
'Yehav' (burden) appears only here in the Old Testament—it means what is given to you, your lot or portion. It's the weight of life that has been assigned to you. 'Cast' (shalakh) means to throw or hurl—an active, decisive throwing of your assigned burdens onto God.
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