2 Samuel 22:4
2 Samuel 22:4 in Multiple Translations
I will call upon the LORD, who is worthy to be praised; so shall I be saved from my enemies.
I will call on the LORD, who is worthy to be praised: so shall I be saved from mine enemies.
I will call upon Jehovah, who is worthy to be praised: So shall I be saved from mine enemies.
I will send up my cry to the Lord, who is to be praised; so will I be made safe from those who are against me.
I call for help from the Lord, who should be praised, and he saves me from those who hate me.
I will call on the Lord, who is worthy to be praysed: so shall I be safe from mine enemies.
The Praised One, I call Jehovah: And from mine enemies I am saved.
I call on the LORD, who is worthy to be praised; So shall I be saved from my enemies.
I will call on the LORD, who is worthy to be praised: so shall I be saved from my enemies.
I will call on the Lord who is worthy to be praised: and I shall be saved from my enemies.
I call out to you, Yahweh; you deserve to be praised, and you rescue me from my enemies.
Berean Amplified Bible — 2 Samuel 22:4
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2 Samuel 22:4 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
מְהֻלָּ֖ל
אֶקְרָ֣א
יְהוָ֑ה
וּ/מֵ/אֹיְבַ֖/י
אִוָּשֵֽׁעַ
מְהֻלָּ֖ל
hâlal
H1984
to shine
V-Pual-Inf-c
אֶקְרָ֣א
qârâʼ
H7121
to call
V-Qal-Imperf-1cs
יְהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
וּ/מֵ/אֹיְבַ֖/י
ʼôyêb
H341
enemy
Conj | Prep | V-Qal | Suff
אִוָּשֵֽׁעַ
yâshaʻ
H3467
to save
V-Niphal-Imperf-1cs
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Samuel 22:4
מְהֻלָּ֖ל
hâlal
H1984
"to shine"
V-Pual-Inf-c
To be foolish means to act wildly or make a show, like the prophets of Baal in 1 Kings 18:29. It can also mean to celebrate or boast, as in Psalm 38:5.
Definition: 1) to shine 1a) (Qal) to shine (fig. of God's favour) 1b) (Hiphil) to flash forth light
Usage: Occurs in 140 OT verses. KJV: (make) boast (self), celebrate, commend, (deal, make), fool(-ish, -ly), glory, give (light), be (make, feign self) mad (against), give in marriage, (sing, be worthy of) praise, rage, renowned, shine. See also: Genesis 12:15; Psalms 113:1; Psalms 5:6.
אֶקְרָ֣א
qârâʼ
H7121
"to call"
V-Qal-Imperf-1cs
This Hebrew word means to call out to someone or something, often by name. It's used in many situations, like calling for help or reading aloud. In Genesis, God calls out to Adam in the Garden.
Definition: : call_to/invite/entreat 1) to call, call out, recite, read, cry out, proclaim 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to call, cry, utter a loud sound 1a2) to call unto, cry (for help), call (with name of God) 1a3) to proclaim 1a4) to read aloud, read (to oneself), read 1a5) to summon, invite, call for, call and commission, appoint, call and endow 1a6) to call, name, give name to, call by 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to call oneself 1b2) to be called, be proclaimed, be read aloud, be summoned, be named 1c) (Pual) to be called, be named, be called out, be chosen
Usage: Occurs in 689 OT verses. KJV: bewray (self), that are bidden, call (for, forth, self, upon), cry (unto), (be) famous, guest, invite, mention, (give) name, preach, (make) proclaim(-ation), pronounce, publish, read, renowned, say. See also: Genesis 1:5; Genesis 49:1; Judges 1:26.
יְהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
וּ/מֵ/אֹיְבַ֖/י
ʼôyêb
H341
"enemy"
Conj | Prep | V-Qal | Suff
This Hebrew word means enemy or adversary, referring to someone who hates or opposes another person or nation. It is used to describe personal or national enemies in the Bible.
Definition: 1) (Qal) enemy 1a) personal 1b) national
Usage: Occurs in 275 OT verses. KJV: enemy, foe. See also: Genesis 22:17; 2 Samuel 22:1; Psalms 3:8.
אִוָּשֵֽׁעַ
yâshaʻ
H3467
"to save"
V-Niphal-Imperf-1cs
Means to save or be delivered, used in the Bible to describe being freed from danger or trouble, like in battle or from moral struggles, as seen in the Psalms and Proverbs.
Definition: 1) to save, be saved, be delivered 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to be liberated, be saved, be delivered 1a2) to be saved (in battle), be victorious 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to save, deliver 1b2) to save from moral troubles 1b3) to give victory to
Usage: Occurs in 198 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] at all, avenging, defend, deliver(-er), help, preserve, rescue, be safe, bring (having) salvation, save(-iour), get victory. See also: Exodus 2:17; Psalms 55:17; Psalms 3:8.
Study Notes — 2 Samuel 22:4
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Context — David’s Song of Deliverance
2He said: “The LORD is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer.
3My God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation. My stronghold, my refuge, and my Savior, You save me from violence.
4I will call upon the LORD, who is worthy to be praised; so shall I be saved from my enemies.
5For the waves of death engulfed me; the torrents of chaos overwhelmed me. 6The cords of Sheol entangled me; the snares of death confronted me.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 18:3 | I will call upon the LORD, who is worthy to be praised; so shall I be saved from my enemies. |
| 2 | Psalms 48:1 | Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised in the city of our God, His holy mountain. |
| 3 | Psalms 96:4 | For great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised; He is to be feared above all gods. |
| 4 | Revelation 5:12 | In a loud voice they were saying: “Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive power and riches and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and blessing!” |
| 5 | Psalms 116:2 | Because He has inclined His ear to me, I will call on Him as long as I live. |
| 6 | Romans 10:13 | for, “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” |
| 7 | Psalms 116:17 | I will offer to You a sacrifice of thanksgiving and call on the name of the LORD. |
| 8 | Psalms 148:1–4 | Hallelujah! Praise the LORD from the heavens; praise Him in the highest places. Praise Him, all His angels; praise Him, all His heavenly hosts. Praise Him, O sun and moon; praise Him, all you shining stars. Praise Him, O highest heavens, and you waters above the skies. |
| 9 | Psalms 34:6 | This poor man called out, and the LORD heard him; He saved him from all his troubles. |
| 10 | Psalms 50:15 | Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you will honor Me.” |
2 Samuel 22:4 Summary
In 2 Samuel 22:4, David says he will call upon the Lord, who is worthy to be praised, and this will save him from his enemies. This means that when we pray to God and trust in Him, He will help us and protect us from harm, just like He did for David. We can call upon the Lord in our daily lives, just like David did, and trust in His power and love to save us, as promised in Romans 10:13. By praising God and trusting in Him, we can experience His deliverance and salvation, just like David did.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to call upon the Lord in 2 Samuel 22:4?
To call upon the Lord means to pray to Him, trust in Him, and seek His help, just as David did in this verse, and as encouraged in Psalm 145:18, where it says, 'The LORD is near to all who call on Him, to all who call on Him in truth.'
Why is the Lord worthy to be praised according to 2 Samuel 22:4?
The Lord is worthy to be praised because of His great power, love, and faithfulness, as seen in His deliverance of David from his enemies, and as declared in Revelation 4:11, which says, 'You are worthy, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for you created all things.'
How does calling upon the Lord lead to salvation from enemies in 2 Samuel 22:4?
Calling upon the Lord leads to salvation from enemies because God is our Rock, our Deliverer, and our Savior, as seen in 2 Samuel 22:2-3, and as promised in Psalm 91:14-15, where God says, 'Because he loves me, I will rescue him; I will protect him, for he acknowledges my name.'
Is this verse only for King David, or can it apply to us today?
This verse can apply to us today, because as believers in Jesus Christ, we have the same privilege of calling upon the Lord, and we can trust in His power and love to save us from our spiritual enemies, just as Romans 10:13 says, 'Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.'
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways you can call upon the Lord in your daily life, and how can you make this a regular practice?
- How has the Lord delivered you from difficult situations in the past, and how can you praise Him for those victories?
- What are some things that make the Lord worthy of praise in your life, and how can you express your gratitude to Him?
- How can you trust in the Lord's power and love to save you from your spiritual enemies, and what does this mean for your daily life?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 22:4
I will call on the Lord, [who is] worthy to be praised: so shall I be saved from mine enemies. [See comments on Psalms 18:3].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Samuel 22:4
I will call on the LORD, who is worthy to be praised: so shall I be saved from mine enemies. I will call on the Lord who is worthy to be praised - i:e., who is a Being of transcendent excellence.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Samuel 22:4
4. I will call … so shall I be saved] Better, I called … and I was saved. The tenses are frequentative, describing David’s habitual experience of God’s readiness to answer prayer. This verse presents “the theme of the Psalm.”
Sermons on 2 Samuel 22:4
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It's Time to Call Off the Party by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having an unbroken faith in every promise that God has made. He encourages listeners to look to Jesus as their example, who |
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Prayer That Changes Things by Herald Weitsz | In this sermon, Eddie Leo from Indonesia emphasizes the importance of the 49-day encounter as a remedy for spiritual struggles. He highlights the efforts made by Mark Hodges to ref |
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Concerning Mortal Sins, Pardonable Sins, and Sins of Omission by St. Nikodemos the Hagiorite | St. Nikodemos the Hagiorite preaches about the importance of understanding the different categories of sins - mortal, pardonable, and sins of omission. Mortal sins corrupt the love |
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Starts Discussion of Second Commandment (Not to Take the Name of the Lord in Vain) by Martin Luther | Martin Luther delves into the importance of honoring God's Name and the Second Commandment, emphasizing that all works must be done in faith to truly honor and magnify God's glory. |
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The Anointed Body of Christ in China by Denny Kenaston | In this sermon, the preacher reflects on the importance of facing reality and embracing the ideals of the church. He shares how God prepared the message in advance, with a brother |
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A Message to Fools and the Slow of Heart by Carter Conlon | This sermon from Luke chapter 24, titled 'A Message to Fools and the Slow of Heart,' emphasizes the importance of returning to God's presence and truth, highlighting the danger of |
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(The Life of David) 06 a Man After God's Own Heart by Denny Kenaston | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of learning from the lives of biblical figures, particularly David. He explains that studying the principles and actions of th |