Psalms 81:6 kjv — I removed his shoulder from the burden: his hands were delivered from the pots.

King James Version

"I removed his shoulder from the burden: his hands were delivered from the pots."

— Psalms 81:6, King James Version

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Psalms 81 — Context

3

Blow up the trumpet in the new moon, in the time appointed, on our solemn feast day.

4

For this was a statute for Israel, and a law of the God of Jacob.

5

This he ordained in Joseph for a testimony, when he went out through the land of Egypt: where I heard a language that I understood not.

6

I removed his shoulder from the burden: his hands were delivered from the pots.

7

Thou calledst in trouble, and I delivered thee; I answered thee in the secret place of thunder: I proved thee at the waters of Meribah. Selah.

8

Hear, O my people, and I will testify unto thee: O Israel, if thou wilt hearken unto me;

9

There shall no strange god be in thee; neither shalt thou worship any strange god.

Psalms 81:6 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 81:6 say?
Psalms 81:6 in the King James Version reads: “I removed his shoulder from the burden: his hands were delivered from the pots.”
Where is Psalms 81:6 in the Bible?
Psalms 81:6 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 81, verse 6.
Who wrote Psalms?
Psalms is traditionally attributed to Multiple authors (David, Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, others). Approximately 73 psalms are attributed to David; others to Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, Heman, and Ethan; the remainder are anonymous. It was written c. 1410–430 BC.
What is the book of Psalms about?
The Psalms are the prayer book and hymnal of God's people, gathering a thousand years of inspired song — praise, lament, thanksgiving, confession, and royal and messianic worship. Every emotion of the believing heart finds a voice here, and every voice finds its center in Christ.
What are the major themes of Psalms?
Psalms explores themes including Praise, Lament, Trust, Messiah, Refuge, Kingship. These themes shape the meaning and context of Psalms 81:6.
What translation should I read Psalms 81:6 in?
Psalms 81:6 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Psalms 81:6?
Psalms 81:6 reads (KJV): “I removed his shoulder from the burden: his hands were delivered from the pots.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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