Psalms 25:2
Psalms 25:2 in Multiple Translations
in You, my God, I trust. Do not let me be put to shame; do not let my enemies exult over me.
O my God, I trust in thee: let me not be ashamed, let not mine enemies triumph over me.
O my God, in thee have I trusted, Let me not be put to shame; Let not mine enemies triumph over me.
O my God, I have put my faith in you, let me not be shamed; let not my haters be glorying over me.
I trust in you, my God. Don't let me be humiliated, and don't let my enemies triumph over me.
My God, I trust in thee: let me not be confounded: let not mine enemies reioyce ouer mee.
My God, in Thee I have trusted, Let me not be ashamed, Let not mine enemies exult over me.
My God, I have trusted in you. Don’t let me be shamed. Don’t let my enemies triumph over me.
O my God, I trust in thee: let me not be ashamed, let not my enemies triumph over me,
Prove me, O Lord, and try me; burn my reins and my heart.
I trust in you. Do not allow my enemies to defeat me, with the result that I would be ashamed/disgraced. Do not allow my enemies to defeat/conquer me, with the result that they would rejoice.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 25:2
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Psalms 25:2 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
אֱֽלֹהַ֗/י
בְּ/ךָ֣
בָ֭טַחְתִּי
אַל
אֵב֑וֹשָׁה
אַל
יַֽעַלְצ֖וּ
אֹיְבַ֣/י
לִֽ/י
אֱֽלֹהַ֗/י
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
N-mp | Suff
בְּ/ךָ֣
Prep | Suff
בָ֭טַחְתִּי
bâṭach
H982
to trust
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
אַל
ʼal
H408
not
Part
אֵב֑וֹשָׁה
bûwsh
H954
be ashamed
V-Qal-1cs
אַל
ʼal
H408
not
Part
יַֽעַלְצ֖וּ
ʻâlats
H5970
to rejoice
V-Qal-Juss-3mp
אֹיְבַ֣/י
ʼôyêb
H341
enemy
V-Qal | Suff
לִֽ/י
Prep | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 25:2
אֱֽלֹהַ֗/י
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
"God"
N-mp | Suff
The Hebrew word for God, elohim, refers to the one supreme God, and is sometimes used to show respect to judges or magistrates. It is also used to describe angels or mighty beings. This word is closely related to the name of the Lord, Yahweh, and is often translated as God or gods in the Bible.
Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.
בְּ/ךָ֣
""
Prep | Suff
בָ֭טַחְתִּי
bâṭach
H982
"to trust"
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
To trust means to have confidence or faith in something or someone, like the Israelites trusting in God to lead them through the desert, as seen in Psalm 23.
Definition: 1) to trust 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to trust, trust in 1a2) to have confidence, be confident 1a3) to be bold 1a4) to be secure 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to trust, make secure 2) (TWOT) to feel safe, be careless
Usage: Occurs in 117 OT verses. KJV: be bold (confident, secure, sure), careless (one, woman), put confidence, (make to) hope, (put, make to) trust. See also: Deuteronomy 28:52; Psalms 118:8; Psalms 4:6.
אַל
ʼal
H408
"not"
Part
Means not or nothing, used to express negation, as in the phrase do not or let not be.
Definition: 1) not, no, nor, neither, nothing (as wish or preference) 1a) do not, let not (with a verb) 1b) let there not be (with a verb understood) 1c) not, no (with substantive) 1d) nothing (as substantive) Aramaic equivalent: al (אַל "not" H0409)
Usage: Occurs in 572 OT verses. KJV: nay, neither, [phrase] never, no, nor, not, nothing (worth), rather than. See also: Genesis 13:8; Joshua 11:6; 1 Chronicles 22:13.
אֵב֑וֹשָׁה
bûwsh
H954
"be ashamed"
V-Qal-1cs
To be ashamed is what this Hebrew word means, implying a feeling of guilt or disappointment. It is used to describe someone who is disconcerted or delayed, like in the story of Adam and Eve. Shame is a strong emotion.
Definition: 1) to put to shame, be ashamed, be disconcerted, be disappointed 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to feel shame 1a2) to be ashamed, disconcerted, disappointed (by reason of) 1b) (Piel) to delay (in shame) 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to put to shame 1c2) to act shamefully 1c3) to be ashamed 1d) (Hithpolel) to be ashamed before one another
Usage: Occurs in 105 OT verses. KJV: (be, make, bring to, cause, put to, with, a-) shamed(-d), be (put to) confounded(-fusion), become dry, delay, be long. See also: Genesis 2:25; Isaiah 24:23; Psalms 6:11.
אַל
ʼal
H408
"not"
Part
Means not or nothing, used to express negation, as in the phrase do not or let not be.
Definition: 1) not, no, nor, neither, nothing (as wish or preference) 1a) do not, let not (with a verb) 1b) let there not be (with a verb understood) 1c) not, no (with substantive) 1d) nothing (as substantive) Aramaic equivalent: al (אַל "not" H0409)
Usage: Occurs in 572 OT verses. KJV: nay, neither, [phrase] never, no, nor, not, nothing (worth), rather than. See also: Genesis 13:8; Joshua 11:6; 1 Chronicles 22:13.
יַֽעַלְצ֖וּ
ʻâlats
H5970
"to rejoice"
V-Qal-Juss-3mp
To rejoice or jump for joy is what this Hebrew word means, like when the Psalmist writes about rejoicing in God's salvation in Psalm 13:5. It's an expression of triumphant joy or celebration. This word is used to describe a strong feeling of happiness.
Definition: 1) to rejoice, exult 1a) (Qal) to exult
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: be joyful, rejoice, triumph. See also: 1 Samuel 2:1; Psalms 25:2; Psalms 5:12.
אֹיְבַ֣/י
ʼôyêb
H341
"enemy"
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.
לִֽ/י
""
Prep | Suff
Study Notes — Psalms 25:2
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 25:2 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 25:2
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 25:2
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 25:2
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 25:2
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 25:2
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 25:2
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 25:2
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 25:2
- Sermons on Psalms 25:2
Context — To You I Lift Up My Soul
1To You, O LORD, I lift up my soul;
2in You, my God, I trust. Do not let me be put to shame; do not let my enemies exult over me.
3Surely none who wait for You will be put to shame; but those who engage in treachery without cause will be disgraced. 4Show me Your ways, O LORD; teach me Your paths.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Romans 10:11 | It is just as the Scripture says: “Anyone who believes in Him will never be put to shame.” |
| 2 | Psalms 41:11 | By this I know that You delight in me, for my enemy does not triumph over me. |
| 3 | Psalms 71:1 | In You, O LORD, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame. |
| 4 | Psalms 22:5 | They cried out to You and were set free; they trusted in You and were not disappointed. |
| 5 | Romans 5:5 | And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out His love into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, whom He has given us. |
| 6 | Psalms 142:6 | Listen to my cry, for I am brought quite low. Rescue me from my pursuers, for they are too strong for me. |
| 7 | Isaiah 37:35 | ‘I will defend this city and save it for My own sake and for the sake of My servant David.’” |
| 8 | Psalms 31:1 | In You, O LORD, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame; save me by Your righteousness. |
| 9 | Psalms 13:2–4 | How long must I wrestle in my soul, with sorrow in my heart each day? How long will my enemy dominate me? Consider me and respond, O LORD my God. Give light to my eyes, lest I sleep in death, lest my enemy say, “I have overcome him,” and my foes rejoice when I fall. |
| 10 | Psalms 34:8 | Taste and see that the LORD is good; blessed is the man who takes refuge in Him! |
Psalms 25:2 Summary
[Psalms 25:2 is a prayer of trust in God, where the psalmist asks God to help him trust in Him and not be put to shame. This means that the psalmist is surrendering his life to God, trusting that He is in control, just like it says in Proverbs 3:5-6. When we trust in God, we can have confidence that He will guide us and protect us from harm, as seen in Psalms 23:4. By trusting in God, we can live a life that honors Him and brings glory to His name.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to trust in God?
Trusting in God means having faith that He is in control and will guide us through life's challenges, as seen in Psalms 25:2 and Proverbs 3:5-6. This trust is rooted in our relationship with Him and His promises to us.
Why does the psalmist ask not to be put to shame?
The psalmist asks not to be put to shame because he knows that his trust in God is a reflection of God's character, and he doesn't want to bring shame to God's name, as seen in Psalms 25:2 and Isaiah 49:23. He wants to honor God with his life.
Who are the enemies mentioned in this verse?
The enemies mentioned in Psalms 25:2 likely refer to those who oppose God and His people, as seen in Psalms 38:19-20 and Psalms 143:12. These enemies may be physical or spiritual, but the psalmist trusts God to protect him from their harm.
How can we apply this verse to our lives today?
We can apply Psalms 25:2 to our lives by trusting in God's sovereignty and goodness, even in difficult circumstances, as seen in Romans 8:28 and Jeremiah 29:11. We can pray this verse back to God, asking Him to help us trust in Him and not be put to shame.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I struggle to trust in God, and how can I surrender them to Him?
- How do I currently handle shame or embarrassment, and what would it look like to trust God in those moments?
- Who are the 'enemies' in my life that I need to trust God to protect me from, and how can I pray for them?
- What are some promises of God that I can cling to when I feel like I'm being put to shame or opposition?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 25:2
O my God, I trust in thee,.... He claims his interest in God, and expresses his faith and confidence in him, in the midst of all his troubles; [See comments on Psalms 7:1]; let me not be ashamed;
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 25:2
O my God, I trust in thee: let me not be ashamed, let not mine enemies triumph over me. I trust in thee - and in none besides; answering to "I lift up my soul unto thee" (Psalms 25:1).
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 25:2
Ashamed, i.e. disappointed of my hope, which will be reproachful to me, not without reflection upon thee, of whose power and faithfulness I have made my boast.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 25:2
Psalms 25:2 O my God, I trust in thee: let me not be ashamed, let not mine enemies triumph over me.Ver. 2. O my God, I trust in thee] I pray in faith, which is as the fire, and my prayer as the flame that ariseth out of it. Faith is the foundation of prayer; and prayer is the fervency of faith. Now David knew that the hand of faith never knocketh at the gate of grace in vain. Let me not be ashamed] Shame is the daughter of disappointment. This David deprecateth; Quaeque repulsa gravis. See Job 6:20. Let not mine enemies triumph over me] By saying that I pray to no purpose, as Rabshakeh did, Isaiah 35:6. I say (saith Hezekiah) I have words of my lips, prayer; prayer? but alas, what is that more than empty words, an airy nothing? Counsel and strength are for the battle.
Thus he.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 25:2
Verse 2. I trust in thee] I depend upon thy infinite goodness and mercy for my support and salvation. Let me not be ashamed] Hide my iniquity, and forgive my guilt.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 25:2
2. This verse should begin with the letter Beth in the word for in thee. It has been suggested that the first word O my God was disregarded in the alphabetic arrangement; but it is more probable that it originally belonged to the second line of the preceding verse (so codd. àBA of the LXX), which has now been lost or misplaced. Otherwise it must be omitted. Psalms 25:2 then forms a proper distich: In thee have I trusted, let me not be ashamed: Let not mine enemies triumph over me. Cp. Psalms 25:20; Psalms 22:5; Psalms 31:1; Psalms 31:17.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 25:2
O my God, I trust in thee - This is the first thought - a feeling that he had true confidence in God, and that in all the duties of life, in all his trials, and in all his hopes for the future, his reliance was on God alone.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 25:2
2. My God—The pronoun indicates a still nearer approach—the “Abba, Father,” of the Old Testament. Romans 8:15.
Sermons on Psalms 25:2
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(People God Uses) 04 Knowing the Word of God by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of running the race of serving the Lord Jesus Christ with all-out effort. He refers to the book of Acts, highlighting the powe |
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(Basics) 30. Praise Opens Closed Doors by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the message of not being afraid and trusting in God's power. He uses the example of Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicles 20, who admitted his powerle |
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(Christ—the Way God Makes Man Righteous) 2. God Demands Righteousness by Denny Kenaston | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of David and how God trained him in the wilderness for seven years. Despite being chased by Saul and his men, David learned to trus |
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The Who, What, Where of Decision by J. Edwin Orr | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of making the decision to become a Christian. He shares his experience as a sports reporter and the importance of getting the |
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K-506 the Word of Faith by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of the messenger who proclaims the word of God. The messenger must demonstrate the truth of God's reign through their posture, |
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Heart-Faith and Not Mind-Faith by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of confessing Jesus as Lord and believing in the heart that God raised him from the dead. He explains that true belief in the |
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Heart-Faith and Not Mind-Faith - Part 3 by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the unfailing nature of Jesus Christ, highlighting that whoever believes in Him will not be disappointed. It challenges believers to move beyond mere rituals |