Psalms 103:12
Psalms 103:12 in Multiple Translations
As far as the east is from the west, so far has He removed our transgressions from us.
As far as the east is from the west, so far hath he removed our transgressions from us.
As far as the east is from the west, So far hath he removed our transgressions from us.
As far as the east is from the west, so far has he put our sins from us.
As far as the east is from the west is how far the Lord has taken our sins away from us.
As farre as the East is from the West: so farre hath he remooued our sinnes from vs.
As the distance of east from west He hath put far from us our transgressions.
As far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us.
As far as the east is from the west, so far hath he removed our transgressions from us.
Over them the birds of the air shall dwell: from the midst of the rocks they shall give forth their voices.
He has taken away the guilt for [MTY] our sins, taking it as far from us as the east is from the west.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 103:12
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Psalms 103:12 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
כִּ/רְחֹ֣ק
מִ֭זְרָח
מִֽ/מַּֽעֲרָ֑ב
הִֽרְחִ֥יק
מִ֝מֶּ֗/נּוּ
אֶת
פְּשָׁעֵֽי/נוּ
כִּ/רְחֹ֣ק
râchaq
H7368
to remove
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
מִ֭זְרָח
mizrâch
H4217
east
N-ms
מִֽ/מַּֽעֲרָ֑ב
maʻărâb
H4628
west
Prep | N-ms
הִֽרְחִ֥יק
râchaq
H7368
to remove
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
מִ֝מֶּ֗/נּוּ
min
H4480
from
Prep | Suff
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
פְּשָׁעֵֽי/נוּ
peshaʻ
H6588
transgression
N-mp | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 103:12
כִּ/רְחֹ֣ק
râchaq
H7368
"to remove"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
To remove or go far away, as in Genesis 21:16 where Hagar is sent away by Abraham. It means to create distance or separate oneself from something or someone.
Definition: v 1) to be or become far, be or become distant, be removed, go far away 1a) (Qal) to be far, be distant 1b) (Piel) to send far away, extend 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to make or exhibit distance, be gone far 1c2) to remove, put far away 2) (Niphal) loose v inf (as adv) 3) at a distance
Usage: Occurs in 56 OT verses. KJV: (a-, be, cast, drive, get, go, keep (self), put, remove, be too, (wander), withdraw) far (away, off), loose, [idiom] refrain, very, (be) a good way (off). See also: Genesis 21:16; Psalms 119:150; Psalms 22:12.
מִ֭זְרָח
mizrâch
H4217
"east"
N-ms
This word means the direction of the sunrise, or east. It is used in the Bible to describe the direction of the sun and the east side of something.
Definition: 1) place of sunrise, east 1a) sunrise, east (with 'sun') 1b) the east (without 'sun') 1b1) to or toward the place of sunrise 1b2) to the east, eastward
Usage: Occurs in 71 OT verses. KJV: east (side, -ward), (sun-) rising (of the sun). See also: Exodus 27:13; 1 Kings 7:25; Psalms 50:1.
מִֽ/מַּֽעֲרָ֑ב
maʻărâb
H4628
"west"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for the west, referring to the direction of the evening sun. It is used to describe a region or location, such as the western part of a land. In the Bible, it appears in descriptions of geography and direction.
Definition: setting place, west, westward
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: west. See also: 1 Chronicles 7:28; Psalms 75:7; Psalms 103:12.
הִֽרְחִ֥יק
râchaq
H7368
"to remove"
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
To remove or go far away, as in Genesis 21:16 where Hagar is sent away by Abraham. It means to create distance or separate oneself from something or someone.
Definition: v 1) to be or become far, be or become distant, be removed, go far away 1a) (Qal) to be far, be distant 1b) (Piel) to send far away, extend 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to make or exhibit distance, be gone far 1c2) to remove, put far away 2) (Niphal) loose v inf (as adv) 3) at a distance
Usage: Occurs in 56 OT verses. KJV: (a-, be, cast, drive, get, go, keep (self), put, remove, be too, (wander), withdraw) far (away, off), loose, [idiom] refrain, very, (be) a good way (off). See also: Genesis 21:16; Psalms 119:150; Psalms 22:12.
מִ֝מֶּ֗/נּוּ
min
H4480
"from"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means a portion or part of something, and is often used to show the relationship between things, like from or out of something.
Definition: prep 1) from, out of, on account of, off, on the side of, since, above, than, so that not, more than 1a) from (expressing separation), off, on the side of 1b) out of 1b1) (with verbs of proceeding, removing, expelling) 1b2) (of material from which something is made) 1b3) (of source or origin) 1c) out of, some of, from (partitively) 1d) from, since, after (of time) 1e) than, more than (in comparison) 1f) from...even to, both...and, either...or 1g) than, more than, too much for (in comparisons) 1h) from, on account of, through, because (with infinitive) conj 2) that Aramaic equivalent: min (מִן־ "from" H4481)
Usage: Occurs in 1094 OT verses. KJV: above, after, among, at, because of, by (reason of), from (among), in, [idiom] neither, [idiom] nor, (out) of, over, since, [idiom] then, through, [idiom] whether, with. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 16:32; Leviticus 14:26.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
פְּשָׁעֵֽי/נוּ
peshaʻ
H6588
"transgression"
N-mp | Suff
Transgression refers to a revolt or rebellion against God or others, resulting in guilt and punishment, as in Genesis 3:6-7. It involves intentional disobedience.
Definition: 1) transgression, rebellion 1a1) transgression (against individuals) 1a2) transgression (nation against nation) 1a3) transgression (against God) 1a3a) in general 1a3b) as recognised by sinner 1a3c) as God deals with it 1a3d) as God forgives 1a4) guilt of transgression 1a5) punishment for transgression 1a6) offering for transgression
Usage: Occurs in 90 OT verses. KJV: rebellion, sin, transgression, trespass. See also: Genesis 31:36; Proverbs 29:6; Psalms 5:11.
Study Notes — Psalms 103:12
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- Context
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- Psalms 103:12 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 103:12
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 103:12
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 103:12
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 103:12
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 103:12
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 103:12
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 103:12
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 103:12
- Sermons on Psalms 103:12
Context — Bless the LORD, O My Soul
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.
13As a father has compassion on his children, so the LORD has compassion on those who fear Him. 14For He knows our frame; He is mindful that we are dust.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Isaiah 43:25 | I, yes I, am He who blots out your transgressions for My own sake and remembers your sins no more. |
| 2 | 1 John 1:7 | But if we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus His Son cleanses us from all sin. |
| 3 | Micah 7:18 | Who is a God like You, who pardons iniquity and passes over the transgression of the remnant of His inheritance— who does not retain His anger forever, because He delights in loving devotion? |
| 4 | Isaiah 38:17 | Surely for my own welfare I had such great anguish; but Your love has delivered me from the pit of oblivion, for You have cast all my sins behind Your back. |
| 5 | Jeremiah 31:34 | No longer will each man teach his neighbor or his brother, saying, ‘Know the LORD,’ because they will all know Me, from the least of them to the greatest, declares the LORD. For I will forgive their iniquities and will remember their sins no more.” |
| 6 | Hebrews 10:2 | If it could, would not the offerings have ceased? For the worshipers would have been cleansed once for all, and would no longer have felt the guilt of their sins. |
| 7 | 2 Samuel 12:13 | Then David said to Nathan, “I have sinned against the LORD.” “The LORD has taken away your sin,” Nathan replied. “You will not die. |
| 8 | Jeremiah 50:20 | In those days and at that time, declares the LORD, a search will be made for Israel’s guilt, but there will be none, and for Judah’s sins, but they will not be found; for I will forgive the remnant I preserve. |
| 9 | Isaiah 45:6 | so that all may know, from where the sun rises to where it sets, that there is none but Me; I am the LORD, and there is no other. |
| 10 | Psalms 113:3 | From where the sun rises to where it sets, the name of the LORD is praised. |
Psalms 103:12 Summary
[God has removed our sins from us, and this means He has completely forgiven us and separated us from our wrongdoings, just like the distance between the east and the west is vast and complete, as seen in Psalms 103:12 and supported by Romans 5:1. This removal of our transgressions is a demonstration of God's great love for us, and it's available to all who trust and reverence Him, as seen in John 3:16 and Psalms 103:11. We can trust in God's promise to remove our transgressions because His Word is true and reliable, and this truth can bring us peace and freedom from guilt and shame, as seen in Psalms 103:12 and Hebrews 8:12.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for God to remove our transgressions from us?
According to Psalms 103:12, God has removed our transgressions from us as far as the east is from the west, meaning He has completely forgiven and separated us from our sins, as also seen in Psalms 51:9 and Isaiah 43:25.
How does this verse relate to God's loving devotion?
This verse is surrounded by descriptions of God's loving devotion, such as in Psalms 103:11, which says His loving devotion is as high as the heavens are above the earth, showing that God's removal of our transgressions is a demonstration of His great love for us, as seen in John 3:16.
Is this removal of transgressions only for certain people?
No, according to Psalms 103:13, God has compassion on those who fear Him, implying that this removal of transgressions is available to all who reverence and trust in Him, as also seen in Proverbs 1:7 and Psalms 111:10.
How can we be sure our transgressions are really removed?
We can be sure because God's Word promises it, not just in Psalms 103:12, but also in verses like Hebrews 8:12 and Romans 8:1, which assure us of God's complete forgiveness and removal of our sins through faith in Jesus Christ.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I have experienced God's removal of my transgressions in my life, and how has it affected my relationship with Him?
- How does the vast distance between the east and the west help me understand the completeness of God's forgiveness, and how can I apply this to my daily life?
- In what ways do I still struggle with guilt or shame from past sins, and how can I use Psalms 103:12 to remind myself of God's complete forgiveness?
- How can I share the good news of God's removal of transgressions with others who may be struggling with guilt or shame, and what role can I play in pointing them to God's loving devotion?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 103:12
As far as the east is from the west,.... Which Kimchi thinks is mentioned because it contains the length of the habitable world; and therefore it is not said as far as the north is from the south;
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 103:12
As far as the east is from the west, so far hath he removed our transgressions from us.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 103:12
The guilt of our sins from our persons and consciences. The sense is, He hath fully pardoned them, so as never to remember them more, as he promiseth, .
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 103:12
Psalms 103:12 As far as the east is from the west, [so] far hath he removed our transgressions from us.Ver. 12. As far as the east, &c.] And these we know to be so far asunder that they shall never come together. The space also and distance of these two is the greatest that can be imagined, Deuteronomy 4:32 Psalms 113:3 Isaiah 45:6. So far hath he removed our transgressions] The guilt of them, whereby a man stands charged with the fault, and is obliged to the punishment due thereunto. See Isaiah 43:25; Isaiah 38:17 Micah 7:19 Ezekiel 33:16. Peccata non redeunt. Discharges in justification are not repealed, called in again.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 103:12
Verse 12. As far as the east is from the west] As the east and the west can never meet in one point, but be for ever at the same distance from each other, so our sins and their decreed punishment are removed to an eternal distance by his mercy.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 103:12
12. For similar language to denote the completeness of the removal of sin by pardoning grace cp. Isaiah 38:17; Micah 7:19.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 103:12
As far as the east is from the west - As far as possible; as far as we can imagine.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 103:12
12. As far as the east is from the west—The antithesis denotes the extreme boundaries of the world or universe. For the figure, see on Psalms 50:1. The phrase is proverbial for what is measurable, as in Psalms 103:11.
Sermons on Psalms 103:12
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(1 Peter - Part 2): God's Abundant Mercy by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher begins by describing a man who wanted to look presentable before going to a fine place. However, he was rejected because the artist wanted him as he wa |
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A Sound Mind by Don McClure | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the power of encountering Jesus and how it can transform lives. He shares a story of a woman who had a troubled past and was rejected by socie |
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Jehovah Rapha by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher talks about the experience of soldiers being cast into the sea and their subsequent celebration. He emphasizes that there is something of God that will |
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Genuine Regeneration by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of recognizing that lost men are spiritually blind. He uses the analogy of a curtain hiding Jesus behind it, explaining that |
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The Hunter by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, Reverend David Wilkerson shares a powerful story about a young man named Jose who was a drug addict. When Reverend Wilkerson went to Jose's apartment to pick him up |
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A Personal Promise by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the story of David from the book of 1 Samuel. David goes from being an unknown shepherd boy to a famous warrior and leader of the army. Howeve |
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The Joy of the Lord Is Your Strength by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Paul and Silas in prison and how God miraculously set them free. The earthquake that shook the prison opened all the doors and l |