Psalms 21:13
Psalms 21:13 in Multiple Translations
Be exalted, O LORD, in Your strength; we will sing and praise Your power.
Be thou exalted, LORD, in thine own strength: so will we sing and praise thy power.
Be thou exalted, O Jehovah, in thy strength: So will we sing and praise thy power.
Be lifted up, O Lord, in your strength; so will we make songs in praise of your power.
Rise up, Lord, for you are strong! We will sing and praise your power!
Be thou exalted, O Lord, in thy strength: so will we sing and prayse thy power.
Be Thou exalted, O Jehovah in, Thy strength, We sing and we praise Thy might!
Be exalted, LORD, in your strength, so we will sing and praise your power.
Be thou exalted, LORD, in thy own strength: so will we sing and praise thy power.
Many calves have surrounded me: fat bulls have besieged me.
Yahweh, show us that you are very strong! When you do that, while we sing we will praise you because you are very powerful.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 21:13
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Psalms 21:13 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כִּ֭י
תְּשִׁיתֵ֣/מוֹ
שֶׁ֑כֶם
בְּ֝/מֵֽיתָרֶ֗י/ךָ
תְּכוֹנֵ֥ן
עַל
פְּנֵי/הֶֽם
כִּ֭י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
תְּשִׁיתֵ֣/מוֹ
shîyth
H7896
to set
V-Qal-Imperf-2ms | Suff
שֶׁ֑כֶם
shᵉkem
H7926
shoulder
N-ms
בְּ֝/מֵֽיתָרֶ֗י/ךָ
mêythâr
H4340
cord
Prep | N-mp | Suff
תְּכוֹנֵ֥ן
kûwn
H3559
to establish
V-o-Imperf-2ms
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
פְּנֵי/הֶֽם
pânîym
H6440
face
N-cp | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 21:13
כִּ֭י
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.
תְּשִׁיתֵ֣/מוֹ
shîyth
H7896
"to set"
V-Qal-Imperf-2ms | Suff
This Hebrew word means to place or set something, and it's used in many different ways, like appointing someone to a job or setting your mind to do something. It appears in books like Genesis and Exodus. It can also mean to lay hands on someone or make something happen.
Definition: : make/establish 1) to put, set 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to put, lay (hand upon) 1a2) to set, station, appoint, fix, set mind to 1a3) to constitute, make (one something), make like, perform 1a4) to take one's stand 1a5) to lay waste 1b) (Hophal) to be imposed, be set upon
Usage: Occurs in 80 OT verses. KJV: apply, appoint, array, bring, consider, lay (up), let alone, [idiom] look, make, mark, put (on), [phrase] regard, set, shew, be stayed, [idiom] take. See also: Genesis 3:15; Psalms 21:7; Psalms 3:7.
שֶׁ֑כֶם
shᵉkem
H7926
"shoulder"
N-ms
This word refers to the shoulder or back, often symbolizing burdens. It is used in Exodus to describe carrying loads and in Genesis to describe the shoulder of a hill.
Definition: 1) shoulder, back 1a) shoulder, shoulder-blade 1b) back (in general) Also means: shikh.mah (שִׁכְמָה "shoulder" H7929)
Usage: Occurs in 21 OT verses. KJV: back, [idiom] consent, portion, shoulder. See also: Genesis 9:23; 1 Samuel 10:9; Psalms 21:13.
בְּ֝/מֵֽיתָרֶ֗י/ךָ
mêythâr
H4340
"cord"
Prep | N-mp | Suff
This word refers to a cord or string, like the ones used for a tent or a bow. It is a simple term for a length of rope or twine. In the Bible, it is translated as cord or string.
Definition: cord, string
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: cord, string. See also: Exodus 35:18; Numbers 4:26; Psalms 21:13.
תְּכוֹנֵ֥ן
kûwn
H3559
"to establish"
V-o-Imperf-2ms
This verb means to set something up or establish it, like setting up a tent or appointing someone to a position, as seen in Isaiah 7:14.
Definition: : prepare/direct 1) to be firm, be stable, be established 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to be set up, be established, be fixed 1a1a) to be firmly established 1a1b) to be established, be stable, be secure, be enduring 1a1c) to be fixed, be securely determined 1a2) to be directed aright, be fixed aright, be steadfast (moral sense) 1a3) to prepare, be ready 1a4) to be prepared, be arranged, be settled 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to establish, set up, accomplish, do, make firm 1b2) to fix, make ready, prepare, provide, provide for, furnish 1b3) to direct toward (moral sense) 1b4) to arrange, order 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be established, be fastened 1c2) to be prepared, be ready 1d) (Polel) 1d1) to set up, establish 1d2) to constitute, make 1d3) to fix 1d4) to direct 1e) (Pulal) to be established, be prepared 1f) (Hithpolel) to be established, be restored
Usage: Occurs in 211 OT verses. KJV: certain(-ty), confirm, direct, faithfulness, fashion, fasten, firm, be fitted, be fixed, frame, be meet, ordain, order, perfect, (make) preparation, prepare (self), provide, make provision, (be, make) ready, right, set (aright, fast, forth), be stable, (e-) stablish, stand, tarry, [idiom] very deed. See also: Genesis 41:32; Job 18:12; Psalms 5:10.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
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.
פְּנֵי/הֶֽם
pânîym
H6440
"face"
N-cp | Suff
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.
Study Notes — Psalms 21:13
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 21:13 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 21:13
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 21:13
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 21:13
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 21:13
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 21:13
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 21:13
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 21:13
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 21:13
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 21:13
- Sermons on Psalms 21:13
Context — After the Battle
11Though they intend You harm, the schemes they devise will not prevail.
12For You will put them to flight when Your bow is trained upon them.
13Be exalted, O LORD, in Your strength; we will sing and praise Your power.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Revelation 16:5–7 | And I heard the angel of the waters say: “Righteous are You, O Holy One, who is and was, because You have brought these judgments. For they have spilled the blood of saints and prophets, and You have given them blood to drink, as they deserve.” And I heard the altar reply: “Yes, Lord God Almighty, true and just are Your judgments.” |
| 2 | Revelation 19:1–6 | After this I heard a sound like the roar of a great multitude in heaven, shouting: “Hallelujah! Salvation and glory and power belong to our God! For His judgments are true and just. He has judged the great prostitute who corrupted the earth with her immorality. He has avenged the blood of His servants that was poured out by her hand.” And a second time they called out: “Hallelujah! Her smoke rises forever and ever.” And the twenty-four elders and the four living creatures fell down and worshiped God who sits on the throne, saying: “Amen, Hallelujah!” Then a voice came from the throne, saying: “Praise our God, all you who serve Him, and those who fear Him, small and great alike!” And I heard a sound like the roar of a great multitude, like the rushing of many waters, and like a mighty rumbling of thunder, crying out: “Hallelujah! For the Lord our God the Almighty reigns. |
| 3 | Revelation 15:3–4 | and they sang the song of God’s servant Moses and of the Lamb: “Great and wonderful are Your works, O Lord God Almighty! Just and true are Your ways, O King of the nations! Who will not fear You, O Lord, and glorify Your name? For You alone are holy. All nations will come and worship before You, for Your righteous acts have been revealed.” |
| 4 | Psalms 57:11 | Be exalted, O God, above the heavens; may Your glory cover all the earth. |
| 5 | Psalms 72:18–19 | Blessed be the LORD God, the God of Israel, who alone does marvelous deeds. And blessed be His glorious name forever; may all the earth be filled with His glory. Amen and amen. |
| 6 | Matthew 6:10 | Your kingdom come, Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. |
| 7 | Psalms 113:5 | Who is like the LORD our God, the One enthroned on high? |
| 8 | Psalms 57:5 | Be exalted, O God, above the heavens; may Your glory cover all the earth. |
| 9 | Psalms 46:10 | “Be still and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted over the earth.” |
| 10 | Job 9:19 | If it is a matter of strength, He is indeed mighty! If it is a matter of justice, who can summon Him ? |
Psalms 21:13 Summary
This verse is a prayer that asks God to show His strength and power, and it promises that we will sing and praise Him when He does. It's like saying, 'God, we know You are strong and powerful, so please show us Your strength and we will worship You!' This is something we can do in our own lives, by trusting in God's power and praising Him for who He is and what He has done, as we see in Psalms 103:1-5 and Ephesians 3:20. By doing so, we can experience the joy and freedom that comes from worshiping a mighty and loving God.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be exalted in strength?
To be exalted in strength means that God's power and might are on full display, and we can trust in His ability to overcome any challenge, as seen in Psalms 89:13 and Isaiah 40:26.
Why do we sing and praise God's power?
We sing and praise God's power because it is a natural response to recognizing His greatness and the amazing things He has done, as expressed in Psalms 100:1-5 and Revelation 4:11.
How can I apply this verse to my everyday life?
You can apply this verse by remembering to trust in God's strength and power in all situations, and by expressing your gratitude and praise to Him through worship and prayer, as encouraged in Philippians 4:6 and Hebrews 13:15.
What is the relationship between God's strength and our worship?
Our worship is a response to God's strength and power, and it is also a way to acknowledge and declare His greatness to others, as seen in Psalms 21:13 and Romans 11:33-36.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I have seen God's strength and power at work in my life, and how can I express my gratitude to Him?
- How can I trust in God's strength and power when faced with challenges and uncertainties?
- What are some specific things that I can praise God for, and how can I make praise a regular part of my daily life?
- How can I use my voice and actions to declare God's greatness and strength to those around me?
- What would it look like for me to live a life that is characterized by worship and praise, and how can I take steps to make that a reality?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 21:13
Be thou exalted, Lord, in thine own strength,.... Exert thy strength, display thy power in such manner, that thou mayest be exalted and magnified on account of it.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 21:13
Be thou exalted, LORD, in thine own strength: so will we sing and praise thy power. Concluding prayer and consequent thanksgiving.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 21:13
In thine own strength; by thy own power, or by the manifestation thereof, whereby thou wilt have the whole glory of the work.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 21:13
Psalms 21:13 Be thou exalted, LORD, in thine own strength: [so] will we sing and praise thy power.Ver. 13. Be thou exalted, Lord, in thine own strength] Finit Psalmum cum laude, sicut incepit, saith Aben Ezra. He closeth up the psalm, as he began it, with praise and prayer that God would arise and destroy the rest, as he had already done some of their enemies. God’ s power and strength is in itself infinite, and cannot be exalted or amplified; but in respect of us it is said to be exalted when exerted and put forth for the defence of his people. So will we sing and praise thy power] This they restipulate; as knowing that it would please the Lord better than an ox or bullock that hath horns and hoofs, Psalms 69:31.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 21:13
(13) Thou.—Again the song turns to address Jehovah. So will we sing and praise.—Better, We will both with song and lyre celebrate Thy power.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 21:13
Verse 13. Be thou exalted] Exalt thyself, O Lord - thy creatures cannot exalt thee. Lift thyself up, and discomfit thy foes by thine own strength! Thou canst give a victory to thy people over the most formidable enemies, though they strike not one blow in their own defence. God's right hand has often given the victory to his followers, while they stood still to see the salvation of God. How little can the strength of man avail when the Lord raiseth up himself to the battle! His children, therefore, may safely trust in him, for the name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous flee into it, and are safe. Praise thy power.] God is to receive praise in reference to that attribute which he has exhibited most in the defence or salvation of his followers. Sometimes he manifests his power, his mercy, his wisdom, his longsuffering, his fatherly care, his good providence, his holiness, his justice, his truth, c. Whatever attribute or perfection he exhibits most, that should be the chief subject of his children's praise.
One wants teaching, prays for it, and is deeply instructed: he will naturally celebrate the wisdom of God. Another feels himself beset with the most powerful adversaries, with the weakest of whom he is not able to cope: he cries to the Almighty God for strength he is heard, and strengthened with strength in his soul. He therefore will naturally magnify the all-conquering power of the Lord. Another feels himself lost, condemned, on the brink of hell; he calls for mercy, is heard and saved: mercy, therefore, will be the chief subject of his praise, and the burden of his song. The old Anglo-Scottish Psalter says, We sal make knowen thi wordes in gude wil and gude werk, for he synges well that wirkes well. For thi, sais he twise, we sal syng; ane tyme for the luf of hert; another, for the schewyng of ryghtwisness, til ensampil. ANALYSIS OF THE TWENTY-FIRST PSALM This is the people's Eπινικιον, or triumphal song, after the victory which they prayed for in the former Psalm, when David went out to war. In this they praise God for the conquest which he gave him over his enemies, and for the singular mercies bestowed on himself. It consists of three parts: - I. The general proposition, Psalms 21:1.
II. The narration, which is twofold, from Psalms 21:1-4. 1. An enumeration of the blessings bestowed on David, Psalms 21:1-6. 2. An account how God would deal with his enemies, Psalms 21:6-12. III. A vow, or acclamation, Psalms 21:13, which is the epilogue of the piece. I. The sum of the Psalm is contained in the first verse: "The king shall joy; the king shall be exceeding glad." Joy is the affection with which the king and people were transported; for all that follows shows but the rise and causes of it. I. The rise and object of it: "The strength of God; the salvation of God." 1.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 21:13
13. The congregation’s concluding prayer (as in Psalms 20:9), returning to the thought of Psa 21:1. Jehovah is exalted when He manifests His strength (Psalms 7:6; Psalms 46:10; Psalms 57:5; Psalms 57:11). R.V., in thy strength, for in thine own strength. thy power] Thy might, made known in mighty acts of salvation (Psalms 20:6).
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 21:13
Be thou exalted, Lord, in thine own strength - This is the concluding part of the psalm (see the introduction), expressing a desire that God “might” be exalted over all his foes; or that his own
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 21:13
13. Exalted… in thine own strength—The closing verse is a call upon Jehovah to exalt himself by a manifestation of his own strength in the overthrow of his enemies and the deliverance of his Church.
Sermons on Psalms 21:13
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Every Battle a Victor by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes that God has promised victory in every battle we face, encouraging believers to rejoice in His strength and lovingkindness. He explains that the Holy Spi |
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Of the Justice or Righteousness of God. by John Gill | John Gill expounds on the justice and righteousness of God, emphasizing that these attributes are essential and inherent to His nature. He argues that God's righteousness is acknow |
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We Glorify christ... by David Platt | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the mission and vision of their faith community, which is to glorify Christ by making disciples of all nations. They emphasize the importance |
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Moody 100th Anniversary 1986 the Wonder of Worship by Warren Wiersbe | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of wonder and celebration in worship. He highlights how we have lost our sense of wonder and take things for granted, includi |
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Al Whittinghill - Broken Before the Throne 2010 by Al Whittinghill | This sermon emphasizes the importance of understanding and accepting the wrath of God as a reflection of our sanctification and true feelings towards Him. It highlights the signifi |
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(Basics) 28. the New Song of Praise by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the theme of praising God in the book of Revelation. He highlights several instances where heavenly beings and angels are seen praising God |
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(Revelation) the Marriage Supper of the Lamb - Part 1 by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of the gospel supper and the invitation to come and partake in it. He emphasizes that the gospel offers forgiveness, redemption, |