Psalms 30:6
Psalms 30:6 in Multiple Translations
In prosperity I said, “I will never be shaken.”
And in my prosperity I said, I shall never be moved.
As for me, I said in my prosperity, I shall never be moved.
When things went well for me I said, I will never be moved.
When things were going well, I said, “Nothing will ever shake me!”
And in my prosperitie I sayde, I shall neuer be moued.
And I — I have said in mine ease, 'I am not moved — to the age.
As for me, I said in my prosperity, “I shall never be moved.”
And in my prosperity I said, I shall never be moved.
Into thy hands I commend my spirit: thou hast redeemed me, O Lord, the God of truth.
As for me, when I had no troubles, I said to myself, “No one will defeat me!”
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 30:6
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Psalms 30:6 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כִּ֤י
רֶ֨גַע
בְּ/אַפּ/וֹ֮
חַיִּ֪ים
בִּ/רְצ֫וֹנ֥/וֹ
בָּ֭/עֶרֶב
יָלִ֥ין
בֶּ֗כִי
וְ/לַ/בֹּ֥קֶר
רִנָּֽה
כִּ֤י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
רֶ֨גַע
regaʻ
H7281
moment
N-ms
בְּ/אַפּ/וֹ֮
ʼaph
H639
face
Prep | N-ms | Suff
חַיִּ֪ים
chay
H2416
alive
N-mp
בִּ/רְצ֫וֹנ֥/וֹ
râtsôwn
H7522
acceptance
Prep | N-ms | Suff
בָּ֭/עֶרֶב
ʻereb
H6153
evening
Prep | N-ms
יָלִ֥ין
lûwn
H3885
to lodge
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
בֶּ֗כִי
Bᵉkîy
H1065
weeping
N-ms
וְ/לַ/בֹּ֥קֶר
bôqer
H1242
morning
Conj | Prep | N-ms
רִנָּֽה
rinnâh
H7440
cry
N-fs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 30:6
כִּ֤י
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.
רֶ֨גַע
regaʻ
H7281
"moment"
N-ms
This word describes a very short space of time, like the blink of an eye. It can be translated as a moment, instant, or suddenly.
Definition: 1) a moment adv 2) for a moment, at one moment...at another moment with prep 3) in a moment
Usage: Occurs in 22 OT verses. KJV: instant, moment, space, suddenly. See also: Exodus 33:5; Isaiah 26:20; Psalms 6:11.
בְּ/אַפּ/וֹ֮
ʼaph
H639
"face"
Prep | N-ms | Suff
This Hebrew word can mean face, but also anger or nose. It is used to describe someone's countenance or emotions, like anger or patience. In the Bible, it appears in various contexts, including descriptions of God's emotions.
Definition: : face 1) nostril, nose, face 2) anger
Usage: Occurs in 269 OT verses. KJV: anger(-gry), [phrase] before, countenance, face, [phrase] forebearing, forehead, [phrase] (long-) suffering, nose, nostril, snout, [idiom] worthy, wrath. See also: Genesis 2:7; Nehemiah 8:6; Psalms 2:5.
חַיִּ֪ים
chay
H2416
"alive"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word means life or being alive. It can refer to physical life, like in Genesis 1:20, or spiritual life, like in Psalm 30:5.
Definition: adj 1) living, alive 1a) green (of vegetation) 1b) flowing, fresh (of water) 1c) lively, active (of man) 1d) reviving (of the springtime) Aramaic equivalent: chay (חַי "living" H2417)
Usage: Occurs in 450 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] age, alive, appetite, (wild) beast, company, congregation, life(-time), live(-ly), living (creature, thing), maintenance, [phrase] merry, multitude, [phrase] (be) old, quick, raw, running, springing, troop. See also: Genesis 1:20; Deuteronomy 4:9; 2 Kings 5:16.
בִּ/רְצ֫וֹנ֥/וֹ
râtsôwn
H7522
"acceptance"
Prep | N-ms | Suff
This Hebrew word refers to acceptance or delight, often used to describe God's pleasure or favor. It appears in Psalms and Isaiah, highlighting God's goodwill towards us. This word is about taking pleasure in something.
Definition: 1) pleasure, delight, favour, goodwill, acceptance, will 1a) goodwill, favour 1b) acceptance 1c) will, desire, pleasure, self-will
Usage: Occurs in 56 OT verses. KJV: (be) acceptable(-ance, -ed), delight, desire, favour, (good) pleasure, (own, self, voluntary) will, as...(what) would. See also: Genesis 49:6; Psalms 145:16; Psalms 5:13.
בָּ֭/עֶרֶב
ʻereb
H6153
"evening"
Prep | N-ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means evening or sunset, like when God created daylight and darkness in Genesis. It refers to the time of day, often marking the end of a workday. This word is used in many verses, including Exodus and Psalms.
Definition: 1) evening, night, sunset 1a) evening, sunset 1b) night
Usage: Occurs in 125 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] day, even(-ing, tide), night. See also: Genesis 1:5; Numbers 19:19; Psalms 30:6.
יָלִ֥ין
lûwn
H3885
"to lodge"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
To grumble or complain, this word describes a negative attitude of discontent or murmuring. It is used in the Bible to describe people who are unhappy or stubborn.
Definition: 1) to lodge, stop over, pass the night, abide 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to lodge, pass the night 1a2) to abide, remain (fig.) 1b) (Hiphil) to cause to rest, lodge 1c) (Hithpalpel) to dwell, abide
Usage: Occurs in 78 OT verses. KJV: abide (all night), continue, dwell, endure, grudge, be left, lie all night, (cause to) lodge (all night, in, -ing, this night), (make to) murmur, remain, tarry (all night, that night). See also: Genesis 19:2; Judges 19:20; Psalms 25:13.
בֶּ֗כִי
Bᵉkîy
H1065
"weeping"
N-ms
This Hebrew word means weeping or crying, and is used to describe a strong emotional response, such as overflowing tears or continual sorrow. It is often used in the Bible to describe a time of mourning.
Definition: a weeping, weeping
Usage: Occurs in 27 OT verses. KJV: overflowing, [idiom] sore, (continual) weeping, wept. See also: Genesis 45:2; Isaiah 15:5; Psalms 6:9.
וְ/לַ/בֹּ֥קֶר
bôqer
H1242
"morning"
Conj | Prep | N-ms
The break of day or morning, a time of new beginnings, as in the morning sacrifices in Exodus 29:39 or the resurrection of Jesus on the first day of the week in John 20:1.
Definition: 1) morning, break of day 1a) morning 1a1) of end of night 1a2) of coming of daylight 1a3) of coming of sunrise 1a4) of beginning of day 1a5) of bright joy after night of distress (fig.) 1b) morrow, next day, next morning
Usage: Occurs in 189 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase]) day, early, morning, morrow. See also: Genesis 1:5; 1 Samuel 11:11; Psalms 5:4.
רִנָּֽה
rinnâh
H7440
"cry"
N-fs
This Hebrew word means a loud, ringing cry, often used to express joy, praise, or triumph, as seen in Psalm 100:1 where believers are called to shout for joy to the Lord. It can also be a cry of supplication or entreaty. This word is used to describe a loud, joyful noise.
Definition: 1) ringing cry 1a) of entreaty, supplication 1b) in proclamation, joy, praise
Usage: Occurs in 33 OT verses. KJV: cry, gladness, joy, proclamation, rejoicing, shouting, sing(-ing), triumph. See also: 1 Kings 8:28; Psalms 126:5; Psalms 17:1.
Study Notes — Psalms 30:6
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 30:6 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 30:6
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 30:6
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 30:6
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 30:6
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 30:6
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 30:6
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 30:6
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 30:6
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 30:6
- Sermons on Psalms 30:6
Context — You Turned My Mourning into Dancing
4Sing to the LORD, O you His saints, and praise His holy name.
5For His anger is fleeting, but His favor lasts a lifetime. Weeping may stay the night, but joy comes in the morning.
6In prosperity I said, “I will never be shaken.”
7O LORD, You favored me; You made my mountain stand strong. When You hid Your face, I was dismayed. 8To You, O LORD, I called, and I begged my Lord for mercy:Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Luke 12:19 | Then I will say to myself, “You have plenty of good things laid up for many years. Take it easy. Eat, drink, and be merry!”’ |
| 2 | 2 Corinthians 12:7 | or because of these surpassingly great revelations. So to keep me from becoming conceited, I was given a thorn in my flesh, a messenger of Satan, to torment me. |
| 3 | Psalms 119:117 | Uphold me, and I will be saved, that I may always regard Your statutes. |
| 4 | Daniel 4:30 | the king exclaimed, “Is this not Babylon the Great, which I myself have built by the might of my power as a royal residence and for the glory of my majesty?” |
| 5 | Psalms 16:8 | I have set the LORD always before me. Because He is at my right hand, I will not be shaken. |
| 6 | Isaiah 56:12 | “Come, let me get the wine, let us imbibe the strong drink, and tomorrow will be like today, only far better!” |
| 7 | Psalms 15:5 | who lends his money without interest and refuses a bribe against the innocent. He who does these things will never be shaken. |
| 8 | Isaiah 47:7 | You said, ‘I will be queen forever.’ You did not take these things to heart or consider their outcome. |
| 9 | Job 29:18–20 | So I thought: ‘I will die in my nest and multiply my days as the sand. My roots will spread out to the waters, and the dew will rest nightly on my branches. My glory is ever new within me, and my bow is renewed in my hand.’ |
| 10 | Psalms 10:6 | He says to himself, “I will not be moved; from age to age I am free of distress.” |
Psalms 30:6 Summary
In Psalms 30:6, the speaker is looking back on a time when they felt very secure and confident, saying 'I will never be shaken'. This means they felt like nothing could ever go wrong for them. But as we see in the rest of the Psalm, this feeling of security can be misleading, and our true security comes from God, not our circumstances (as seen in Psalms 16:8). We can learn from the speaker's mistake by recognizing our dependence on God and cultivating humility, even in times of prosperity, and trusting in God's goodness and love for us, as stated in Romans 8:28, 'And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him'.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to say 'I will never be shaken' in Psalms 30:6?
This phrase means to be confident and secure in one's circumstances, trusting that they will not be moved or affected by challenges or difficulties, as seen in Psalms 16:8 where David says 'I have set the LORD always before me; because He is at my right hand, I will not be shaken'.
Is it wrong to feel secure in our prosperity?
Not necessarily, but as seen in Psalms 30:6, when we say 'I will never be shaken', we may be forgetting that our security comes from God, not our circumstances, as stated in Proverbs 3:5-6, 'Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding'
How does this verse relate to the rest of the Psalm?
This verse is a reflection on the speaker's past attitude, which is then contrasted with their current experience of God's favor and discipline, as seen in Psalms 30:7, 'O LORD, You favored me; You made my mountain stand strong. When You hid Your face, I was dismayed'
What can we learn from the speaker's mistake in Psalms 30:6?
We can learn the importance of humility and recognizing our dependence on God, even in times of prosperity, as stated in Deuteronomy 8:14, 'then your heart will become proud and you will forget the LORD your God, who brought you out of Egypt, out of the land of slavery'
Reflection Questions
- In what ways have I felt 'unshakable' in my life, and how have those feelings been tested?
- How do I respond when my circumstances change and I am no longer 'prosperous'?
- What are some ways I can cultivate a deeper sense of security and trust in God, rather than in my circumstances?
- How can I balance confidence and humility in my walk with God?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 30:6
And in my prosperity,.... Either outward prosperity, when he was settled in his kingdom, and as acknowledged king by all the tribes of Israel, and had gotten the victory over all his enemies, and was
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 30:6
And in my prosperity I said, I shall never be moved. Here follows the body of the psalm, the detailed description of the distress which he had brought on himself by his elation through prosperity,
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 30:6
I thought myself past all danger of further changes, forgetting my own frailty, and the uncertainty of all worldly things.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 30:6
Psalms 30:6 And in my prosperity I said, I shall never be moved.Ver. 6. And in my prosperity I said] Or, in my tranquillity. Then it was that he was overgrown with security; as was also Job, Job 29:18-20; Job 9:18. How many have burnt their wings about Job’ s candle? Job 29:3, saith one. Oh the hazard of honour! damage of dignity! how soon are we broken upon the soft pillow of ease! Lunatics, when the moon is declining and in the wane, are sober enough; but when full, more wild and exorbitant. Flies settle upon the sweetest perfumes when cold; so do sin and Satan’ s temptations on the best hearts, when dissolved and dispirited by prosperity: watch therefore. Adam in paradise was overcome, when Job on the dung hill was a conqueror. I shall never be moved] Excessere metum mea iam bona.
David, by misreckoning of a point, missed the haven, and had almost run upon the rocks. ( Niobe apud Ovid), Maior sum quam cui possit fortuna nocere. How apt are the holiest to be proud and secure! even as worms and wasps eat the sweetest apples and fruits. What reason had David to promise himself more than ever God promised him, immunity from the cross? Did he think (as Dionysius afterwards did, but was clearly confuted soon after) that his kingdom, and with it prosperity, was tied unto him with cords of adamant? What though he sat quietly now at Jerusalem, 2 Samuel 11:1, free from fear of enemies, and could find time to look and lust after his neighbour’ s wife, would this always hold, thought he? and could not God set up his own darling Absalom, to put him to trouble? No; David said in his prosperity, Non vacillabo, I shall never be moved; and why?
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 30:6
(6) And in.—Better, But as for me, in, &c. The pronoun is emphatic. The mental struggle through which the psalmist had won his way to this sublime faith is now told in the most vivid manner, the very soliloquy being recalled. Prosperity.—Better, security. I shall never be moved.—Better, I shall never waver.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 30:6
Verse 6. In my prosperity I said, I shall never be moved.] Peace and prosperity had seduced the heart of David, and led him to suppose that his mountain-his dominion, stood so strong, that adversity could never affect him. He wished to know the physical and political strength of his kingdom; and, forgetting to depend upon God, he desired Joab to make a census of the people; which God punished in the manner related in 2 Samuel 24:1-17, and which he in this place appears to acknowledge.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 30:6
6, 7. The Psalmist relates his own experience of the truth stated in the preceding verse. His presumption had required the correction of chastisement.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 30:6
And in my prosperity I said, I shall never be moved - I shall never be visited with calamity or trial.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 30:6
6. In my prosperity I said—Here is stated the moral cause of the personal and national affliction complained of in the psalm.
Sermons on Psalms 30:6
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In My Prosperity I Said I Shall Never Be Moved by C.H. Spurgeon | C.H. Spurgeon warns against the dangers of prosperity, emphasizing that even the most devout Christians can fall into presumption when surrounded by success and comfort. He reflect |
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Mute Christian Under the Smarting Rod -Part 4 by Thomas Brooks | Thomas Brooks emphasizes the importance of remaining silent and trusting in God during times of affliction and perceived abandonment. He reassures believers that even in their dark |
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On Temptation by John Wesley | John Wesley preaches on the nature of temptation, emphasizing that it is common to all humanity and that God is faithful in providing a way to endure and escape it. He warns agains |
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Five Solemn Facts by Oswald J. Smith | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes five solemn facts about salvation. Firstly, not everyone will be saved, and the listeners are urged to reflect on their own standing. Secondl |
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The Soul of a Man by Manley Beasley | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of accepting Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. He warns that those who do not believe in Jesus will face judgment at the great |
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Atlantic Lyman conf.1972-02 Studies in Daniel 04 by Joseph Balsan | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of King Nebuchadnezzar in the book of Daniel. King Nebuchadnezzar had a dream that he couldn't interpret, so he called upon Daniel |
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The Duty of Self-Denial by Thomas Watson | Thomas Watson preaches on the duty of self-denial, emphasizing the need for Christians to deny their own righteousness and trust only in Christ's righteousness for salvation. He wa |