Psalms 135:14
Psalms 135:14 in Multiple Translations
For the LORD will vindicate His people and will have compassion on His servants.
For the LORD will judge his people, and he will repent himself concerning his servants.
For Jehovah will judge his people, And repent himself concerning his servants.
For the Lord will be judge of his people's cause; his feelings will be changed to his servants.
The Lord will vindicate his people; he will show compassion to those who follow him.
For the Lord will iudge his people, and be pacified towardes his seruants.
For Jehovah doth judge His people, And for His servants comforteth Himself.
For the LORD will judge his people and have compassion on his servants.
For the LORD will judge his people, and he will repent concerning his servants.
And brought out Israel through the midst thereof: for his mercy endureth for ever.
Yahweh, you declare that we your people ◄are innocent/have not done things that are wrong►, and you are merciful to us.
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Psalms 135:14 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כִּֽי
יָדִ֣ין
יְהוָ֣ה
עַמּ֑/וֹ
וְ/עַל
עֲ֝בָדָ֗י/ו
יִתְנֶחָֽם
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
יָדִ֣ין
dîyn
H1777
to judge
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
יְהוָ֣ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
עַמּ֑/וֹ
ʻam
H5971
Amaw
N-ms | Suff
וְ/עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Conj | Prep
עֲ֝בָדָ֗י/ו
ʻebed
H5650
servant/slave
N-mp | Suff
יִתְנֶחָֽם
nâcham
H5162
to be sorry
V-Hithpael-Imperf-3ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 135:14
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
יָדִ֣ין
dîyn
H1777
"to judge"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
To judge or plead a cause is the meaning of this Hebrew word, used to describe acting as a judge or governing.
Definition: 1) to judge, contend, plead 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to act as judge, minister judgment 1a2) to plead a cause 1a3) to execute judgment, requite, vindicate 1a4) to govern 1a5) to contend, strive 1b) (Niphal) to be at strife, quarrel Aramaic equivalent: din (דִּין "to judge" H1778)
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: (come) with a straight course. See also: Genesis 6:3; Psalms 72:2; Psalms 7:9.
יְהוָ֣ה
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.
עַמּ֑/וֹ
ʻam
H5971
"Amaw"
N-ms | Suff
A people or nation is what this Hebrew word represents, like the nation of Israel in Exodus 33:13. It can also mean a tribe, troops, or attendants, and is used to describe a group of people gathered together. The word is often used to refer to the people of God.
Definition: This name means nation, people
Usage: Occurs in 1655 OT verses. KJV: folk, men, nation, people. See also: Genesis 11:6; Exodus 16:4; Leviticus 17:9.
וְ/עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Conj | Prep
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.
עֲ֝בָדָ֗י/ו
ʻebed
H5650
"servant/slave"
N-mp | Suff
This word refers to a servant or slave, often in the context of serving God or a human master. It can also describe a prophet or Levite. The KJV translates it as bondage, bondman, or servant.
Definition: 1) slave, servant 1a) slave, servant, man-servant 1b) subjects 1c) servants, worshippers (of God) 1d) servant (in special sense as prophets, Levites etc) 1e) servant (of Israel) 1f) servant (as form of address between equals) Aramaic equivalent: a.vad (עֲבַד "servant/slave" H5649)
Usage: Occurs in 714 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] bondage, bondman, (bond-) servant, (man-) servant. See also: Genesis 9:25; Exodus 11:3; 1 Samuel 8:16.
יִתְנֶחָֽם
nâcham
H5162
"to be sorry"
V-Hithpael-Imperf-3ms
To comfort means showing pity or sympathy, as seen in God's actions throughout the Bible, such as in Isaiah 40. The word can also imply regret or remorse, like in the story of Jonah, who was sorry for his actions. It involves easing someone's pain or discomfort.
Definition: : comfort 1) to be sorry, console oneself, repent, regret, comfort, be comforted 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to be sorry, be moved to pity, have compassion 1a2) to be sorry, rue, suffer grief, repent 1a3) to comfort oneself, be comforted 1a4) to comfort oneself, ease oneself 1b) (Piel) to comfort, console 1c) (Pual) to be comforted, be consoled 1d) (Hithpael) 1d1) to be sorry, have compassion 1d2) to rue, repent of 1d3) to comfort oneself, be comforted 1d4) to ease oneself Also means: na.cham (נָחַם ": relent" H5162H)
Usage: Occurs in 100 OT verses. KJV: comfort (self), ease (one's self), repent(-er,-ing, self). See also: Genesis 5:29; Isaiah 12:1; Psalms 23:4.
Study Notes — Psalms 135:14
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- Psalms 135:14 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 135:14
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 135:14
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 135:14
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 135:14
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 135:14
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 135:14
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 135:14
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 135:14
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 135:14
- Sermons on Psalms 135:14
Context — Give Praise, O Servants of the LORD
12He gave their land as an inheritance, as a heritage to His people Israel.
13Your name, O LORD, endures forever, Your renown, O LORD, through all generations.
14For the LORD will vindicate His people and will have compassion on His servants.
15The idols of the nations are silver and gold, made by the hands of men. 16They have mouths, but cannot speak; they have eyes, but cannot see;Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Deuteronomy 32:36 | For the LORD will vindicate His people and have compassion on His servants when He sees that their strength is gone and no one remains, slave or free. |
| 2 | Jonah 4:2 | So he prayed to the LORD, saying, “O LORD, is this not what I said while I was still in my own country? This is why I was so quick to flee toward Tarshish. I knew that You are a gracious and compassionate God, slow to anger, abounding in loving devotion—One who relents from sending disaster. |
| 3 | Psalms 50:4 | He summons the heavens above, and the earth, that He may judge His people: |
| 4 | Psalms 7:8 | The LORD judges the peoples; vindicate me, O LORD, according to my righteousness and integrity. |
| 5 | Amos 7:6 | So the LORD relented from this plan. “It will not happen either,” said the Lord GOD. |
| 6 | Amos 7:3 | So the LORD relented from this plan. “It will not happen,” He said. |
| 7 | Hosea 11:8–9 | How could I give you up, O Ephraim? How could I surrender you, O Israel? How could I make you like Admah? How could I treat you like Zeboiim? My heart is turned within Me; My compassion is stirred! I will not execute the full fury of My anger; I will not turn back to destroy Ephraim. For I am God and not man— the Holy One among you— and I will not come in wrath. |
| 8 | 1 Chronicles 21:15 | Then God sent an angel to destroy Jerusalem, but as the angel was doing so, the LORD saw it and relented from the calamity, and He said to the angel who was destroying the people, “Enough! Withdraw your hand now!” At that time the angel of the LORD was standing by the threshing floor of Ornan the Jebusite. |
| 9 | Judges 10:16 | So they put away the foreign gods from among them and served the LORD, and He could no longer bear the misery of Israel. |
| 10 | Psalms 90:13 | Return, O LORD! How long will it be? Have compassion on Your servants. |
Psalms 135:14 Summary
[The LORD will protect and defend His people, and He will have compassion on those who serve Him. This means that God is always looking out for our well-being and will help us in times of trouble, as seen in Psalms 23:4, where it says that even in the darkest valley, God is with us. The LORD's compassion is a reminder that He loves us and wants what is best for us, and we can trust in His care for us, just as a child trusts in the love and care of their parents, as taught in Matthew 7:11.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for the LORD to vindicate His people?
To vindicate means to clear from blame or to justify, and in this context, it means God will defend and protect His people, as seen in Psalms 37:39, which says that the salvation of the righteous comes from the LORD.
Who are the servants of the LORD in this verse?
The servants of the LORD refer to those who have put their faith in Him and are following His will, as stated in 1 Peter 2:16, where it says that we are to live as servants of God.
How does the LORD's compassion relate to His vindication of His people?
The LORD's compassion is closely tied to His vindication, as it shows that His defense of His people is motivated by love and care for them, much like a father's love for his children, as seen in Matthew 6:26, where Jesus teaches that God cares for the birds of the air and will certainly care for His children.
What can we learn from the contrast between the LORD and the idols in the surrounding verses?
The contrast between the LORD and the idols highlights the fact that the LORD is a living, loving God who actively cares for His people, whereas idols are mere creations of human hands and have no power to help or defend, as stated in Psalms 115:4-8.
Reflection Questions
- How have I experienced the LORD's vindication and compassion in my own life, and how can I share this with others?
- What are some ways that I can serve the LORD and live as one of His servants, and what are the challenges and joys that come with this?
- How does the knowledge of the LORD's love and care for me affect my daily life and my relationships with others, and what are some ways that I can show this love to those around me?
- What are some idols in my life that I need to surrender to the LORD, and how can I replace them with a deeper devotion to Him?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 135:14
For the Lord will judge his people,.... Rule and govern, protect and defend them; plead their cause, and avenge them of their enemies; judge between them, distinguish them by his care and providence,
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 135:14
For the LORD will judge his people, and he will repent himself concerning his servants. For the Lord will judge his people ... he will repent himself concerning his servants - from Deuteronomy 32:36.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 135:14
Will judge his people; will in due time plead the cause of his people, or give judgment for them, as this phrase is used, 22:16. He will repent himself concerning his servants; he will recall that severe sentence which for their sins he had passed upon them, and be reconciled to them.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 135:14
Psalms 135:14 For the LORD will judge his people, and he will repent himself concerning his servants.Ver. 14. For the Lord will judge his people] Iudicabit, id est vindicabit, he will preserve them, and provide for their welfare. And he will repent himself] This is mutatio rei non Dei, effectus non affectus. Some render it, He will be propitious; others, He will take comfort in his servants. See Judges 10:16.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 135:14
(14) From Deuteronomy 32:36. Judge—i.e., see them righted.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 135:14
Verse 14. The Lord will judge his people] He will do them justice against their enemies.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 135:14
14. Taken verbatim from Deuteronomy 32:36; cp. Psalms 90:13. In virtue of His relation to Israel He will do them justice, and not finally abandon them.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 135:14
For the Lord will judge his people - He will interpose in their behalf by his judgments, or by directing the course of events in their favor.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 135:14
14. Repent himself concerning his servants—That is, will change his method of treating them, and turn away his judgments, and remember mercy, when they turn to him.
Sermons on Psalms 135:14
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That Comforts and Joys Seem to Follow Awakenings and Convictions of Conscience, in a Certain Order, Is No Sign by Jonathan Edwards | Jonathan Edwards preaches about the process of salvation, emphasizing that before God delivers individuals from sin, they must first have a deep sense of the evil they are being sa |
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Letter 56 by James Bourne | James Bourne encourages M. A. H. to find comfort in God during times of affliction, sharing the testimony of Mrs. O. who found peace and assurance in the Lord's presence as she fac |
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The Deeper Death by Warren Wiersbe | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of prayer and its role in testing one's character. He emphasizes that true prayer is not just reciting pre-recorded prayers, b |
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God Has Prepared a Place for You by Teresa Conlon | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Jonah in the Bible. He highlights how the preaching of God's word can have a profound impact on people's lives, even those who |
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Give God Your Heart by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the preacher uses a story about a house with missing keys to illustrate the concept of giving our whole hearts to God. The buyer of the house insists on having all |
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Jonah - the Training of a Disciple - Part 1 by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the theme of grace and the story of Jonah from the Bible. He highlights the gracious nature of God, emphasizing that God is slow to anger, f |
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Why Did Jonah Run? by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson explores the reasons behind Jonah's flight from God's command to preach to Nineveh, emphasizing Jonah's struggle with God's mercy and judgment. Despite being chosen |