Psalms 103:10
Psalms 103:10 in Multiple Translations
He has not dealt with us according to our sins or repaid us according to our iniquities.
He hath not dealt with us after our sins; nor rewarded us according to our iniquities.
He hath not dealt with us after our sins, Nor rewarded us after our iniquities.
He has not given us the punishment for our sins, or the reward of our wrongdoing.
He does not punish us for our sins as he ought to; he does not pay us back for our wrongdoing as we deserve.
He hath not dealt with vs after our sinnes, nor rewarded vs according to our iniquities.
Not according to our sins hath He done to us, Nor according to our iniquities Hath He conferred benefits upon us.
He has not dealt with us according to our sins, nor repaid us for our iniquities.
He hath not dealt with us according to our sins; nor rewarded us according to our iniquities.
Thou sendest forth springs in the vales: between the midst of the hills the waters shall pass.
He punishes us for our sins, but he does not punish us severely as we deserve [DOU]!
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 103:10
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Psalms 103:10 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לֹ֣א
כַ֭/חֲטָאֵי/נוּ
עָ֣שָׂה
לָ֑/נוּ
וְ/לֹ֥א
כַ֝/עֲוֺנֹתֵ֗י/נוּ
גָּמַ֥ל
עָלֵֽי/נוּ
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
כַ֭/חֲטָאֵי/נוּ
chêṭᵉʼ
H2399
sin
Prep | N-mp | Suff
עָ֣שָׂה
ʻâsâh
H6213
to make
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
לָ֑/נוּ
Prep | Suff
וְ/לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Conj | Part
כַ֝/עֲוֺנֹתֵ֗י/נוּ
ʻâvôn
H5771
iniquity
Prep | N-cp | Suff
גָּמַ֥ל
gâmal
H1580
to wean
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
עָלֵֽי/נוּ
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 103:10
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
כַ֭/חֲטָאֵי/נוּ
chêṭᵉʼ
H2399
"sin"
Prep | N-mp | Suff
Sin refers to a crime or its punishment, including guilt and offense. It is the result of missing the mark or going wrong, and can have serious consequences.
Definition: 1) sin 1a) sin 1b) guilt for sin 1c) punishment for sin Aramaic equivalent: cha.ti (חֲטָי "sin" H2408)
Usage: Occurs in 34 OT verses. KJV: fault, [idiom] grievously, offence, (punishment of) sin. See also: Genesis 41:9; 2 Kings 10:29; Psalms 51:7.
עָ֣שָׂה
ʻâsâh
H6213
"to make"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
This verb means to make or do something, and is used over 2,600 times in the Bible. It is first used in Genesis 1:7 to describe God's creation of the world and is also used in Exodus 31:5 to describe the work of skilled craftsmen.
Definition: : make(OBJECT) 1) to do, fashion, accomplish, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to do, work, make, produce 1a1a) to do 1a1b) to work 1a1c) to deal (with) 1a1d) to act, act with effect, effect 1a2) to make 1a2a) to make 1a2b) to produce 1a2c) to prepare 1a2d) to make (an offering) 1a2e) to attend to, put in order 1a2f) to observe, celebrate 1a2g) to acquire (property) 1a2h) to appoint, ordain, institute 1a2i) to bring about 1a2j) to use 1a2k) to spend, pass 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be done 1b2) to be made 1b3) to be produced 1b4) to be offered 1b5) to be observed 1b6) to be used 1c) (Pual) to be made
Usage: Occurs in 2286 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 34:19; Exodus 18:24.
לָ֑/נוּ
""
Prep | Suff
וְ/לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Conj | Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
כַ֝/עֲוֺנֹתֵ֗י/נוּ
ʻâvôn
H5771
"iniquity"
Prep | N-cp | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means moral evil or sin, like the kind God sees in people's hearts. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Psalms. This concept is key to understanding human nature.
Definition: : crime 1) perversity, depravity, iniquity, guilt or punishment of iniquity 1a) iniquity 1b) guilt of iniquity, guilt (as great), guilt (of condition) 1c) consequence of or punishment for iniquity
Usage: Occurs in 215 OT verses. KJV: fault, iniquity, mischeif, punishment (of iniquity), sin. See also: Genesis 4:13; Psalms 107:17; Psalms 18:24.
גָּמַ֥ל
gâmal
H1580
"to wean"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
This verb means to wean a child or to treat someone well or poorly. It can also mean to ripen or bear fruit, and is translated as bestow, recompense, or requite in the KJV.
Definition: 1) to deal fully with, recompense 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to deal out to, do to 1a2) to deal bountifully with 1a3) to recompense, repay, requite 2) (Qal) to wean a child (Niphal) to be weaned 3) (Qal) to ripen, bear ripe (almonds)
Usage: Occurs in 32 OT verses. KJV: bestow on, deal bountifully, do (good), recompense, requite, reward, ripen, [phrase] serve, mean, yield. See also: Genesis 21:8; Psalms 103:10; Psalms 7:5.
עָלֵֽי/נוּ
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
Study Notes — Psalms 103:10
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- Psalms 103:10 Summary
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 103:10
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 103:10
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 103:10
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 103:10
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 103:10
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 103:10
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 103:10
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 103:10
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 103:10
- Sermons on Psalms 103:10
Context — Bless the LORD, O My Soul
8The LORD is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in loving devotion.
9He will not always accuse us, nor harbor His anger forever.
10He has not dealt with us according to our sins or repaid us according to our iniquities.
11For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is His loving devotion for those who fear Him. 12As far as the east is from the west, so far has He removed our transgressions from us.Cross References
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| 1 | Ezra 9:13 | After all that has come upon us because of our evil deeds and our great guilt (though You, our God, have punished us less than our iniquities deserve and have given us such a remnant as this), |
| 2 | Lamentations 3:22 | Because of the loving devotion of the LORD we are not consumed, for His mercies never fail. |
| 3 | Nehemiah 9:31 | But in Your great compassion, You did not put an end to them; nor did You forsake them, for You are a gracious and compassionate God. |
| 4 | Psalms 130:3 | If You, O LORD, kept track of iniquities, then who, O Lord, could stand? |
| 5 | Job 11:6 | and disclose to you the secrets of wisdom, for true wisdom has two sides. Know then that God exacts from you less than your iniquity deserves. |
| 6 | Daniel 9:18–19 | Incline Your ear, O my God, and hear; open Your eyes and see the desolation of the city that bears Your name. For we are not presenting our petitions before You because of our righteous acts, but because of Your great compassion. O Lord, listen! O Lord, forgive! O Lord, hear and act! For Your sake, O my God, do not delay, because Your city and Your people bear Your name.” |
| 7 | Habakkuk 3:2 | O LORD, I have heard the report of You; I stand in awe, O LORD, of Your deeds. Revive them in these years; make them known in these years. In Your wrath, remember mercy! |
Psalms 103:10 Summary
This verse means that God doesn't punish us as badly as we deserve for our sins. Instead, He shows us love and mercy because of who He is, as seen in Psalms 103:8. This is like a parent who loves their child and wants to help them, not hurt them, even when they do something wrong (see Proverbs 3:12). It's a reminder that God loves us and wants what's best for us, even when we make mistakes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that God has not dealt with us according to our sins?
This means that God's response to our sin is not based on what we deserve, but rather on His mercy and love, as seen in Psalms 103:8-9, where it says He is compassionate, gracious, and slow to anger.
How can God not repay us according to our iniquities if He is a just God?
God's justice and mercy are both perfectly balanced, and through Jesus Christ, our sins can be forgiven, as stated in Romans 3:24-25, allowing God to show us mercy instead of the punishment we deserve.
Is this verse saying that God ignores our sins or doesn't care about them?
No, this verse is not saying that God ignores our sins, but rather that He chooses not to punish us as our sins deserve, as also seen in Psalms 86:5, which highlights God's abundant love and forgiveness.
How can we apply this verse to our everyday lives?
We can apply this verse by remembering that God's love and mercy towards us are not based on our actions, but on His character, as seen in Jeremiah 31:3, which says God loves us with an everlasting love.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways in which you have experienced God's mercy and love in your life, despite your sins and shortcomings?
- How does the knowledge that God does not deal with us according to our sins affect your relationship with Him and your trust in His love?
- In what ways can you extend the same kind of mercy and love to others, as God has extended it to you?
- What are some sins or iniquities in your life that you are grateful God has not repaid you for, and how can you use those experiences to deepen your faith and gratitude?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 103:10
He hath not dealt with us after our sins,.... God deals with his people, and deals with them roundly, for their sins, reproving them by his Spirit, and by his ministers, and by his chastising rod;
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 103:10
The LORD executeth righteousness and judgment for all that are oppressed.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 103:10
He hath punished us less than our iniquities have deserved, as was confessed, .
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 103:10
Psalms 103:10 He hath not dealt with us after our sins; nor rewarded us according to our iniquities.Ver. 10. He hath not dealt with us after our sins] Heb. our errors, our involuntary and unavoidable infirmities. According to our iniquities] Heb. perversely committed; for of these evils also the saints are not free; but God beareth with more than small faults, especially if not scandalous.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 103:10
(9, 10) This reflection naturally follows after the last quotation from Exodus.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 103:10
Verse 10. He has not dealt unity us after our sins] He has never apportioned our punishment to our sins, nor has he regulated the exercise of his mercy by our merits.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 103:10
10. God has punished Israel less than their iniquities deserved. Cp. Ezra 9:13.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 103:10
He hath not dealt with us after our sins - All may say this, and this “is” a ground of thanksgiving and praise. It is a matter for which we should render unceasing praise that God has not done to us as our sins deserved.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 103:10
10. He hath not dealt with us after our sins—Although the Lord had often chided the Israelites for their sins, and allowed his “anger,” at times, to break forth in just punishment, his judgments had
Sermons on Psalms 103:10
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Understanding Your Temptations by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher shares his personal struggle with temptation and feeling different from other Christians. He explains how he was rescued by the Word of the Lord and th |
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(Exodus) Exodus 2:25 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that God's love and grace are the reasons for our salvation. He explains that God didn't save us because of our attractiveness or goodness, |
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The Healing Power of Afflictions by David Wilkerson | This sermon focuses on the healing power of afflictions, emphasizing the importance of trusting God in times of suffering. The speaker shares personal experiences and biblical exam |
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Encouragement to Praise by Hans R. Waldvogel | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of understanding the purpose and power of the Bible. He compares the Bible to a user manual for a washing machine, explaining |
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Fit or Misfit? (Part 11): The Motivational Gift of Mercy by Richard Sipley | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the seven motivational gifts that God has given to believers. These gifts include well-prepared sermons, practical assistance, in-depth Bible |
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Funeral Service by Rolfe Barnard | In this sermon, the preacher tells a story about a little boy who accidentally breaks a vase his mother had bought. The boy tries to put the vase back together but fails. His fathe |
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Psalm 103: Bless the Lord by Stephen Kaung | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on Psalm 103 and its message of praising and worshiping God. The psalm is divided into three parts. The first part, from verse 1 to 5, highlight |