What does Psalm 22:26 mean?

David assures the righteous that afflictions do not last forever. The afflicted who humble themselves and seek the Lord will eat until they feel full, and they will praise the Lord. The people of Israel were very familiar with feasts. The worshiper who brought a peace offering to the Lord kept part of it for himself and his family and invited friends (see Leviticus 3 and 7:11–18). Isaiah 25:6–9 anticipates a plentiful feast the Lord will provide for all people when Jesus reigns in His earthly kingdom. At that time, the Lord will comfort His afflicted people.

When Jesus saw the faith of a centurion who asked for healing for his servant, He said: "Truly, I tell you, with no one in Israel have I found such faith. I tell you, many will come from east and west and recline at table with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob in the kingdom of heaven" (Matthew 8:10–11). When He ate the Last Supper with His disciples He told them: "I will not drink again of this fruit of the vine until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father's kingdom" (Matthew 26:29). David's wish for the righteous is a figure of speech: "May your hearts live forever!" This statement means, "Do not give up!"