Psalms 18:41
Psalms 18:41 in Multiple Translations
They cried for help, but there was no one to save them— to the LORD, but He did not answer.
They cried, but there was none to save them: even unto the LORD, but he answered them not.
They cried, but there was none to save; Even unto Jehovah, but he answered them not.
They were crying out, but there was no one to come to their help: even to the Lord, but he gave them no answer.
They cried out for help, but no one came to rescue them. They even called out to the Lord, but he did not answer them.
They cryed but there was none to saue them, euen vnto the Lord, but hee answered them not.
They cry, and there is no saviour, On Jehovah, and He doth not answer them.
They cried, but there was no one to save; even to the LORD, but he didn’t answer them.
They cried, but there was none to save them : even to the LORD, but he answered them not.
They called out for someone to help them, but no one saved them.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 18:41
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Psalms 18:41 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְֽ/אֹיְבַ֗/י
נָתַ֣תָּה
לִּ֣/י
עֹ֑רֶף
וּ֝/מְשַׂנְאַ֗/י
אַצְמִיתֵֽ/ם
וְֽ/אֹיְבַ֗/י
ʼôyêb
H341
enemy
Conj | V-Qal | Suff
נָתַ֣תָּה
nâthan
H5414
to give
V-Qal-Perf-2ms
לִּ֣/י
Prep | Suff
עֹ֑רֶף
ʻôreph
H6203
neck
N-ms
וּ֝/מְשַׂנְאַ֗/י
sânêʼ
H8130
to hate
Conj | V-Piel | Suff
אַצְמִיתֵֽ/ם
tsâmath
H6789
to destroy
V-Hiphil-Imperf-1cs | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 18:41
וְֽ/אֹיְבַ֗/י
ʼôyêb
H341
"enemy"
Conj | 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.
נָתַ֣תָּה
nâthan
H5414
"to give"
V-Qal-Perf-2ms
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.
לִּ֣/י
""
Prep | Suff
עֹ֑רֶף
ʻôreph
H6203
"neck"
N-ms
The neck or back of the neck represents a turning point, like the back of a fleeing enemy or a stubborn person with a stiff neck.
Definition: 1) neck, back of the neck, back 1a) back of the neck 1a1) of fleeing foe 1a2) of apostasy (fig.) 1b) stiff of neck, obstinate (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 32 OT verses. KJV: back ((stiff-) neck((-ed). See also: Genesis 49:8; 2 Chronicles 30:8; Psalms 18:41.
וּ֝/מְשַׂנְאַ֗/י
sânêʼ
H8130
"to hate"
Conj | V-Piel | Suff
To hate means to feel intense dislike or hostility, as seen in the actions of enemies or foes in the Bible. It can also describe God's hatred of sin.
Definition: 1) to hate, be hateful 1a) (Qal) to hate 1a1) of man 1a2) of God 1a3) hater, one hating, enemy (participle) (subst) 1b) (Niphal) to be hated 1c) (Piel) hater (participle) 1c1) of persons, nations, God, wisdom Aramaic equivalent: se.ne (שְׂנָא "to hate" H8131)
Usage: Occurs in 139 OT verses. KJV: enemy, foe, (be) hate(-ful, -r), odious, [idiom] utterly. See also: Genesis 24:60; Psalms 50:17; Psalms 5:6.
אַצְמִיתֵֽ/ם
tsâmath
H6789
"to destroy"
V-Hiphil-Imperf-1cs | Suff
To destroy something means to completely get rid of it, like God destroying evil in Psalm 37:38. This word appears in the Bible to describe total annihilation. It is often used in a literal sense, such as in war, but also figuratively, like in Ezekiel 28:16.
Definition: 1) to put an end to, cut off, destroy, exterminate, extirpate 1a) (Qal) to put an end to, terminate 1b) (Niphal) to be ended, be annihilated, be exterminated 1c) (Piel) to put an end to 1d) (Pilel) to be exterminated, be annihilated 1e) (Hiphil) to exterminate, annihilate
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: consume, cut off, destroy, vanish. See also: 2 Samuel 22:41; Psalms 88:17; Psalms 18:41.
Study Notes — Psalms 18:41
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 18:41 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 18:41
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 18:41
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 18:41
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 18:41
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 18:41
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 18:41
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 18:41
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 18:41
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 18:41
- Sermons on Psalms 18:41
Context — The LORD Is My Rock
39You have armed me with strength for battle; You have subdued my foes beneath me.
40You have made my enemies retreat before me; I destroyed those who hated me.
41They cried for help, but there was no one to save them— to the LORD, but He did not answer.
42I ground them as dust in the face of the wind; I trampled them like mud in the streets. 43You have delivered me from the strife of the people; You have made me the head of nations; a people I had not known shall serve me.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Proverbs 1:28 | Then they will call on me, but I will not answer; they will earnestly seek me, but will not find me. |
| 2 | Job 27:9 | Will God hear his cry when distress comes upon him? |
| 3 | Job 35:12–13 | There they cry out, but He does not answer, because of the pride of evil men. Surely God does not listen to empty pleas, and the Almighty does not take note of it. |
| 4 | Micah 3:4 | Then they will cry out to the LORD, but He will not answer them. At that time He will hide His face from them because of the evil they have done. |
| 5 | 2 Samuel 22:42–43 | They looked, but there was no one to save them— to the LORD, but He did not answer. I ground them as the dust of the earth; I crushed and trampled them like mud in the streets. |
| 6 | Ezekiel 8:18 | Therefore I will respond with wrath. I will not look on them with pity, nor will I spare them. Although they shout loudly in My ears, I will not listen to them.” |
| 7 | Zechariah 7:13 | And just as I had called and they would not listen, so when they called I would not listen, says the LORD of Hosts. |
| 8 | Isaiah 1:15 | When you spread out your hands in prayer, I will hide My eyes from you; even though you multiply your prayers, I will not listen. Your hands are covered with blood. |
| 9 | Luke 13:25 | After the master of the house gets up and shuts the door, you will stand outside knocking and saying, ‘Lord, open the door for us.’ But he will reply, ‘I do not know where you are from.’ |
| 10 | Psalms 50:22 | Now consider this, you who forget God, lest I tear you to pieces, with no one to rescue you: |
Psalms 18:41 Summary
Psalms 18:41 is saying that when people cry out for help, but have been living in rebellion against God, He may not answer their cries, as described in Proverbs 1:24-28. This is not because God is unresponsive, but because He is just and will not always rescue those who have refused to obey Him, as seen in Deuteronomy 29:20. This verse encourages us to seek the Lord with a humble heart, as described in Isaiah 66:2, and to turn to Him in times of need, as described in Psalms 34:17-18, so that we can experience His deliverance and salvation. By recognizing God's justice and mercy, we can learn to trust in His goodness and seek Him with a humble heart, as described in Matthew 7:7-8.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the Lord not answer the cries of those in Psalms 18:41?
The Lord did not answer their cries because they had rejected Him and were now facing the consequences of their actions, as seen in Psalms 18:40 where it says their enemies retreated before the psalmist, indicating God's judgment on them, similar to what is described in Proverbs 1:24-28.
Is this verse saying that God is unresponsive to those in need?
No, this verse is not saying that God is unresponsive, but rather that He is just and will not always rescue those who have rebelled against Him, as seen in Psalms 18:40 and Deuteronomy 29:20, which describes God's response to those who refuse to obey Him.
How can we apply Psalms 18:41 to our own lives?
We can apply this verse by recognizing the importance of seeking the Lord while He may be found, as Isaiah 55:6 encourages, and turning to Him with a humble heart, lest we face the consequences of our rebellion against Him, as described in Psalms 18:41.
What does this verse reveal about God's character?
This verse reveals that God is a just and righteous God who will not always deliver those who have rejected Him, as seen in Psalms 18:41, but will instead bring judgment on them, as described in Romans 2:5-6, emphasizing the importance of seeking forgiveness and salvation through faith in Jesus Christ, as described in John 3:16.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I have seen God's judgment in my own life or in the lives of others, and how can I learn from these experiences?
- How can I ensure that I am seeking the Lord with a humble heart, as described in Isaiah 66:2, and turning to Him in times of need?
- What are some areas in my life where I may be rebelling against God, and how can I repent and turn to Him for forgiveness, as described in 1 John 1:9?
- How can I use this verse to encourage others to seek the Lord while He may be found, as described in Isaiah 55:6, and to turn to Him with a humble heart?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 18:41
They cried, but [there was] none to save [them],.... It is in 2 Samuel 22:42; "they looked"; that is, they looked round about, here and there, to see if there were any near at hand to help and
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 18:41
For thou wilt light my candle: the LORD my God will enlighten my darkness. Here follows the fourth section of the psalm.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 18:41
He speaks of his Israelitish enemies, who in their distresses prayed to God for help against him.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 18:41
Psalms 18:41 They cried, but [there was] none to save [them: even] unto the LORD, but he answered them not.Ver. 41. They cried] Through grief and impatience, clamore incondito, as beasts when in durance fill the air with loud outcries. Even unto the Lord] As nature prompteth men in an extremity to look up for help; but because it is but the prayer of the flesh for ease, and not of the spirit for grace, and a good use of calamities, and not but in extreme despair of help elsewhere, therefore God hears them not. In Samuel it is, They looked, but there was none to save them; q.d. If they could have made any other shift God should never have heard of them. Therefore Sero, inquit Nero.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 18:41
(41) Cried.—Sam. 22 has “looked.”
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 18:41
Verse 41. They cried] The Philistines called upon their gods, but there was none to save them. Even unto the Lord] Such as Saul, Ishbosheth, Absalom, c., who, professing to worship the true God, called on him while in their opposition to David but God no more heard them than their idols heard the Philistines.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 18:41
41. They cried] Cp. Psalms 18:6. The Heb. text in 2 Sam. has they looked for help (Isaiah 17:7-8), but the LXX supports the reading cried, which is certainly right. There is only the difference of one letter in the consonants of the two words (ιωεςε—ιωςε). Even unto the Lord] At first sight this might seem to indicate that the foes referred to were Israelites. But it is better to understand it of the heathen. After vainly seeking help from their own gods, in the extremity of their despair they cry to Jehovah. Cp. 1 Samuel 5:12; Jonah 3:7 ff.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 18:41
They cried - They cried out for help, for mercy, for life. In modern language, “they begged for quarter.” They acknowledged that they were vanquished, and entreated that their lives might be spared.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 18:41
41. They cried… even unto the Lord—They first cried to their gods, but, getting no answer, they called upon Jehovah, as even the heathen sometimes did in their distress, (Jonah 1:5-14;) but, as they
Sermons on Psalms 18:41
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(Amos) Raising Up the Ruins by David Guzik | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that the judgment of God is inescapable. He compares God to a boss of a demolition squad or a commander of an invading army, showing that Go |
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God's Call by Rolfe Barnard | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of teaching the truth of God's call to those who do not know the Lord. He acknowledges that this teaching is often not believ |
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When God Speaks Discerning His Voice by Shane Idleman | Shane Idleman emphasizes the critical need to discern God's voice amidst the chaos of competing influences in our lives. He illustrates this through the biblical accounts of Abraha |
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When God Speaks Discerning the Voice of God - Genesis 20 22 by Shane Idleman | Shane Idleman emphasizes the importance of discerning the voice of God amidst the noise of life, urging believers to cultivate a spiritual appetite through obedience to God's Word. |
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John 7:30-36. Christ Speaks of Going Where His Enemies Could Not Come. by Favell Lee Mortimer | Favell Lee Mortimer reflects on the discourse of Jesus in the temple, warning his enemies that a time will come when they will seek Him but not find Him, a fate that awaits all unb |
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Hindrances to Personal and Corporate Revival by Ralph Sutera | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the shortcomings of the preaching and music during a crusade. He acknowledges that both the content and delivery were below par. However, des |
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Marked Men #2 by Gareth Evans | In this sermon, the speaker shares two powerful stories that illustrate the brokenness and suffering in the world. The first story is about a missionary in Haiti who brings doctors |