Psalms 106:46
Psalms 106:46 in Multiple Translations
He made them objects of compassion to all who held them captive.
He made them also to be pitied of all those that carried them captives.
He made them also to be pitied Of all those that carried them captive.
He put pity into the hearts of those who made them prisoners.
He made the people who captured them treat them with mercy.
And gaue them fauour in the sight of all them that lead them captiues.
And He appointeth them for mercies Before all their captors.
He made them also to be pitied by all those who carried them captive.
He made them also to be pitied by all those that carried them captives.
He caused all those who had taken the Israelis to Babylonia to ◄feel sorry for/pity► them.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 106:46
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Psalms 106:46 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יִּתֵּ֣ן
אוֹתָ֣/ם
לְ/רַחֲמִ֑ים
לִ֝/פְנֵ֗י
כָּל
שׁוֹבֵי/הֶֽם
וַ/יִּתֵּ֣ן
nâthan
H5414
to give
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
אוֹתָ֣/ם
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM | Suff
לְ/רַחֲמִ֑ים
racham
H7356
womb
Prep | N-mp
לִ֝/פְנֵ֗י
pânîym
H6440
face
Prep | N-cp
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
שׁוֹבֵי/הֶֽם
shâbâh
H7617
to take captive
V-Qal | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 106:46
וַ/יִּתֵּ֣ן
nâthan
H5414
"to give"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This word means to give, put, or set something, with a wide range of applications. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, describing God's actions and human interactions. The word is used to convey giving, selling, or exchanging something.
Definition: : give/deliver/send/produce 1) to give, put, set 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to give, bestow, grant, permit, ascribe, employ, devote, consecrate, dedicate, pay wages, sell, exchange, lend, commit, entrust, give over, deliver up, yield produce, occasion, produce, requite to, report, mention, utter, stretch out, extend 1a2) to put, set, put on, put upon, set, appoint, assign, designate 1a3) to make, constitute 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be given, be bestowed, be provided, be entrusted to, be granted to, be permitted, be issued, be published, be uttered, be assigned 1b2) to be set, be put, be made, be inflicted 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be given, be bestowed, be given up, be delivered up 1c2) to be put upon
Usage: Occurs in 1816 OT verses. KJV: add, apply, appoint, ascribe, assign, [idiom] avenge, [idiom] be (healed), bestow, bring (forth, hither), cast, cause, charge, come, commit, consider, count, [phrase] cry, deliver (up), direct, distribute, do, [idiom] doubtless, [idiom] without fail, fasten, frame, [idiom] get, give (forth, over, up), grant, hang (up), [idiom] have, [idiom] indeed, lay (unto charge, up), (give) leave, lend, let (out), [phrase] lie, lift up, make, [phrase] O that, occupy, offer, ordain, pay, perform, place, pour, print, [idiom] pull, put (forth), recompense, render, requite, restore, send (out), set (forth), shew, shoot forth (up), [phrase] sing, [phrase] slander, strike, (sub-) mit, suffer, [idiom] surely, [idiom] take, thrust, trade, turn, utter, [phrase] weep, [phrase] willingly, [phrase] withdraw, [phrase] would (to) God, yield. See also: Genesis 1:17; Genesis 40:21; Exodus 30:12.
אוֹתָ֣/ם
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM | Suff
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.
לְ/רַחֲמִ֑ים
racham
H7356
"womb"
Prep | N-mp
This word refers to compassion or tender love, often describing God's feelings towards people. It can also mean the womb, symbolizing care and nurturing. The KJV translates it as compassion, mercy, or pity.
Definition: womb Another spelling of re.chem (רֶ֫חֶם "womb" H7358)
Usage: Occurs in 44 OT verses. KJV: bowels, compassion, damsel, tender love, (great, tender) mercy, pity, womb. See also: Genesis 43:14; Psalms 106:46; Psalms 25:6.
לִ֝/פְנֵ֗י
pânîym
H6440
"face"
Prep | N-cp
This word means face or presence, like being in front of someone or something. It's used in many contexts, like in Genesis, Exodus, and Psalms, to describe interactions and relationships.
Definition: : face 1) face 1a) face, faces 1b) presence, person 1c) face (of seraphim or cherubim) 1d) face (of animals) 1e) face, surface (of ground) 1f) as adv of loc/temp 1f1) before and behind, toward, in front of, forward, formerly, from beforetime, before 1g) with prep 1g1) in front of, before, to the front of, in the presence of, in the face of, at the face or front of, from the presence of, from before, from before the face of
Usage: Occurs in 1891 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] accept, a-(be-) fore(-time), against, anger, [idiom] as (long as), at, [phrase] battle, [phrase] because (of), [phrase] beseech, countenance, edge, [phrase] employ, endure, [phrase] enquire, face, favour, fear of, for, forefront(-part), form(-er time, -ward), from, front, heaviness, [idiom] him(-self), [phrase] honourable, [phrase] impudent, [phrase] in, it, look(-eth) (-s), [idiom] me, [phrase] meet, [idiom] more than, mouth, of, off, (of) old (time), [idiom] on, open, [phrase] out of, over against, the partial, person, [phrase] please, presence, propect, was purposed, by reason of, [phrase] regard, right forth, [phrase] serve, [idiom] shewbread, sight, state, straight, [phrase] street, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them(-selves), through ([phrase] -out), till, time(-s) past, (un-) to(-ward), [phrase] upon, upside ([phrase] down), with(-in, [phrase] -stand), [idiom] ye, [idiom] you. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 43:31; Exodus 30:16.
כָּל
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
שׁוֹבֵי/הֶֽם
shâbâh
H7617
"to take captive"
V-Qal | Suff
This verb means to take someone captive, like a prisoner of war. It involves transporting people away from their homes, often as a result of conflict or battle. The Bible uses it to describe the experiences of the Israelites.
Definition: 1) to take captive 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to take captive 1a2) captive (participle) 1a3) to lead captive 1b) (Niphal) to be taken captive
Usage: Occurs in 42 OT verses. KJV: (bring away, carry, carry away, lead, lead away, take) captive(-s), drive (take) away. See also: Genesis 14:14; 2 Chronicles 6:38; Psalms 68:19.
Study Notes — Psalms 106:46
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- Psalms 106:46 Summary
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- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 106:46
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 106:46
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 106:46
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 106:46
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 106:46
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 106:46
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 106:46
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 106:46
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 106:46
- Sermons on Psalms 106:46
Context — Give Thanks to the LORD, for He Is Good
44Nevertheless He heard their cry; He took note of their distress.
45And He remembered His covenant with them, and relented by the abundance of His loving devotion.
46He made them objects of compassion to all who held them captive.
47Save us, O LORD our God, and gather us from the nations, that we may give thanks to Your holy name, that we may glory in Your praise. 48Blessed be the LORD, the God of Israel, from everlasting to everlasting. Let all the people say, “Amen!” Hallelujah!Cross References
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| 1 | Ezra 9:9 | Though we are slaves, our God has not forsaken us in our bondage, but He has extended to us grace in the sight of the kings of Persia, giving us new life to rebuild the house of our God and repair its ruins, and giving us a wall of protection in Judah and Jerusalem. |
| 2 | Jeremiah 42:12 | And I will show you compassion, and he will have compassion on you and restore you to your own land.’ |
| 3 | Jeremiah 15:11 | The LORD said: “Surely I will deliver you for a good purpose; surely I will intercede with your enemy in your time of trouble, in your time of distress. |
| 4 | 1 Kings 8:50 | May You forgive Your people who have sinned against You and all the transgressions they have committed against You, and may You grant them compassion in the eyes of their captors to show them mercy. |
| 5 | Nehemiah 1:11 | O Lord, may Your ear be attentive to my prayer and to the prayers of Your servants who delight to revere Your name. Give Your servant success this day, I pray, and grant him mercy in the sight of this man.” (At that time I was the cupbearer to the king.) |
| 6 | 2 Chronicles 30:9 | For if you return to the LORD, your brothers and sons will receive mercy in the presence of their captors and will return to this land. For the LORD your God is gracious and merciful; He will not turn His face away from you if you return to Him.” |
Psalms 106:46 Summary
[This verse means that God made the Israelites people that others felt sorry for and wanted to help, even when they were being held captive. This shows that God is a God of love and mercy, and that He can move the hearts of those who do not know Him to treat His people with kindness, as seen in Psalms 107:1, where it is written that God's love endures forever. It also reminds us that God is always working on our behalf, even in difficult circumstances, and that He can use those who may seem to be against us to show us compassion and kindness, just like He did for the Israelites.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for God to make His people objects of compassion?
This means that God moved the hearts of their captors to feel pity and kindness towards them, as seen in the way the Egyptians treated the Israelites after God sent the plagues, as recorded in Exodus 12:36, where the Egyptians gave them many gifts before they left.
How does this verse relate to God's covenant with the Israelites?
This verse shows that God's covenant with the Israelites, as seen in Deuteronomy 7:9, is not just a promise of salvation, but also of protection and care, even in the midst of captivity, as God remembered His covenant with them in Psalms 106:45.
What is the significance of God making His people objects of compassion in the eyes of their captors?
This act of God shows that He is a God of mercy and love, and that He can move the hearts of those who do not know Him to treat His people with kindness, as seen in the story of Cyrus, king of Persia, in Ezra 1:1-4, where God moved Cyrus to allow the Israelites to return to Jerusalem.
How does this verse apply to our lives today?
This verse reminds us that God is always working on our behalf, even in difficult circumstances, and that He can use those who may seem to be against us to show us compassion and kindness, as seen in Romans 8:28, where it is written that all things work together for good to those who love God.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that God has shown you compassion in your own life, even in difficult circumstances?
- How can you trust God to work on your behalf, even when you feel like you are in captivity or facing challenges?
- What does it mean for you to be an object of compassion in the eyes of God, and how does that affect your relationship with Him?
- How can you show compassion to others, just as God has shown compassion to you, as seen in Matthew 5:7, where it is written that the merciful will be shown mercy?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 106:46
He made them also to be pitied of all those that carried them captives.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 106:46
Nevertheless he regarded their affliction, when he heard their cry: -Conclusion.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 106:46
By changing their opinions of them, and inclining their hearts towards them, which he had alienated from them See Poole "".
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 106:46
Psalms 106:46 He made them also to be pitied of all those that carried them captives.Ver. 46. He made them also to be pitied] God can soon turn the hearts of tyrants, and make them of lions lambs, &c.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 106:46
(46) Made them also to be pitied.—Literally, gave them for companions, a phrase found in Solomon’s prayer (1 Kings 8:50, and also in Daniel 1:9, Heb.).
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 106:46
Verse 46. He made them also to be pitied] This was particularly true as to the Babylonish captivity; for Cyrus gave them their liberty; Darius favoured them, and granted them several privileges; and Artaxerxes sent back Nehemiah, and helped him to rebuild Jerusalem and the temple. See the Books of Ezra and Nehemiah; and see Calmet.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 106:46
46. He made them also to be pitied &c.] In answer to Solomon’s prayer, 1 Kings 8:50. Cp. Nehemiah 1:11; Daniel 1:9.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 106:46
He made them also to be pitied of all those that carried them captives - That is, he exercised such control over the minds of the pagan that they were willing to show them mercy and to release them.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 106:46
46. He made them… to be pitied—An exquisite touch in the poet’s description, and a doctrine, as to divine providence, infinitely worthy of God, and according to the prayer of Solomon in 1 Kings 8:50
Sermons on Psalms 106:46
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Just Before the Battle by Warren Wiersbe | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Joshua and his encounter with the Lord Jesus Christ. Joshua made four important discoveries that night. Firstly, he realized tha |
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The High Cost of Caring by Warren Wiersbe | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of caring and having a compassionate heart. He mentions that in today's world, it is easy to become immune to the problems and |
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Greenwood Hills Conference 1989-01 Nehemiah 1 by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of not being idle in the work of the Lord. He highlights the need for accountability in our assemblies and on the foreign fiel |
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The Order of the Grain of Mustard Seed by Kevin Horton | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being tuned into God's kingdom and being broken by our own sin and the sin of God's people. He uses the example of a Christ |
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The Role of a Prayer Burden by Wesley Duewel | In this sermon, the speaker recounts a story of a coup in Indonesia where top generals were assassinated. The speaker then transitions to the story of Nehemiah in the Bible, who wa |
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Our Daily Homily - Nehemiah by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the significance of Nehemiah's role as a cupbearer, illustrating how God can use humble individuals for great purposes. Nehemiah's heartfelt prayers and tears |
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On Desires by James Smith | James Smith preaches about the power of desires in our relationship with Jesus, emphasizing that even when we fall short in our actions, our sincere desires to love, honor, and glo |