Psalms 139:14

"For you formed my inmost being. You knit me together in my mother’s womb."

Key Reflection

Psalms 139:14 poetically emphasizes God's intimate and profound involvement in human creation. The imagery of forming the "inmost being" and knitting together the individual from conception highlights a divine craftsmanship that is both meticulous and comprehensive, extending even to the microscopic level of fetal development. This verse underscores the deep bond between the Creator and His creation, reminding believers of their unique value and purpose in God’s plan.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

I will praise thee -I will not merely admire what is so great and marvelous, but I will acknowledge thee in a public manner as wise, and holy, and good: as entitled to honor, love, and gratitude. For I am fearfully and wonderfully made -The word rendered “fearfully” means properly “fearful things;” things suited to produce fear or reverence. The word rendered “wonderfully made” means properly to distinguish; to separate. The literal translation of this - as near as can be given - would be, “I am distinguished by fearful things;” that is, by things in my creation which are suited to inspire awe.

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