Psalms 33:11
Psalms 33:11 in Multiple Translations
The counsel of the LORD stands forever, the purposes of His heart to all generations.
The counsel of the LORD standeth for ever, the thoughts of his heart to all generations.
The counsel of Jehovah standeth fast for ever, The thoughts of his heart to all generations.
The Lord's purpose is eternal, the designs of his heart go on through all the generations of man.
But the Lord's plan stands forever—what he decides lasts for all generations.
The counsell of the Lord shall stand for euer, and the thoughts of his heart throughout all ages.
The counsel of Jehovah to the age standeth, The thoughts of His heart to all generations.
The counsel of the LORD stands fast forever, the thoughts of his heart to all generations.
The counsel of the LORD standeth for ever, the thoughts of his heart to all generations.
The rich have wanted, and have suffered hunger: but they that seek the Lord shall not be deprived of any good.
But what Yahweh decides to do will last forever. What he plans to do will never be changed.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 33:11
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Psalms 33:11 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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עֲצַ֣ת
יְ֭הוָה
לְ/עוֹלָ֣ם
תַּעֲמֹ֑ד
מַחְשְׁב֥וֹת
לִ֝בּ֗/וֹ
לְ/דֹ֣ר
וָ/דֹֽר
עֲצַ֣ת
ʻêtsâh
H6098
counsel
N-fs
יְ֭הוָה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
לְ/עוֹלָ֣ם
ʻôwlâm
H5769
forever
Prep | N-ms
תַּעֲמֹ֑ד
ʻâmad
H5975
to stand
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
מַחְשְׁב֥וֹת
machăshâbâh
H4284
plot
N-fp
לִ֝בּ֗/וֹ
lêb
H3820
heart
N-ms | Suff
לְ/דֹ֣ר
dôwr
H1755
generation
Prep | N-ms
וָ/דֹֽר
dôwr
H1755
generation
Conj | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 33:11
עֲצַ֣ת
ʻêtsâh
H6098
"counsel"
N-fs
This Hebrew word means counsel or advice, implying a plan or purpose. It is used in the Bible when describing wise decision-making.
Definition: counsel, advice, purpose
Usage: Occurs in 85 OT verses. KJV: advice, advisement, counsel(l-(or)), purpose. See also: Deuteronomy 32:28; Psalms 107:11; Psalms 1:1.
יְ֭הוָה
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.
לְ/עוֹלָ֣ם
ʻôwlâm
H5769
"forever"
Prep | N-ms
This word means forever or always, describing something that lasts an eternity. It is used in the Bible to describe God's eternal nature and his lasting promises.
Definition: : old/ancient 1) long duration, antiquity, futurity, for ever, ever, everlasting, evermore, perpetual, old, ancient, world 1a) ancient time, long time (of past) 1b) (of future) 1b1) for ever, always 1b2) continuous existence, perpetual 1b3) everlasting, indefinite or unending future, eternity
Usage: Occurs in 413 OT verses. KJV: alway(-s), ancient (time), any more, continuance, eternal, (for, (n-)) ever(-lasting, -more, of old), lasting, long (time), (of) old (time), perpetual, at any time, (beginning of the) world ([phrase] without end). Compare H5331 (נֶצַח), H5703 (עַד). See also: Genesis 3:22; 1 Kings 8:13; Psalms 5:12.
תַּעֲמֹ֑ד
ʻâmad
H5975
"to stand"
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
Means 'to stand' in a strong sense, like in Exodus 17:12 where Moses stood with his arms up to help Israel win a battle.
Definition: : stand/stop/establish 1) to stand, remain, endure, take one's stand 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to stand, take one's stand, be in a standing attitude, stand forth, take a stand, present oneself, attend upon, be or become servant of 1a2) to stand still, stop (moving or doing), cease 1a3) to tarry, delay, remain, continue, abide, endure, persist, be steadfast 1a4) to make a stand, hold one's ground 1a5) to stand upright, remain standing, stand up, rise, be erect, be upright 1a6) to arise, appear, come on the scene, stand forth, appear, rise up or against 1a7) to stand with, take one's stand, be appointed, grow flat, grow insipid 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to station, set 1b2) to cause to stand firm, maintain 1b3) to cause to stand up, cause to set up, erect 1b4) to present (one) before (king) 1b5) to appoint, ordain, establish 1c) (Hophal) to be presented, be caused to stand, be stood before
Usage: Occurs in 497 OT verses. KJV: abide (behind), appoint, arise, cease, confirm, continue, dwell, be employed, endure, establish, leave, make, ordain, be (over), place, (be) present (self), raise up, remain, repair, [phrase] serve, set (forth, over, -tle, up), (make to, make to be at a, with-) stand (by, fast, firm, still, up), (be at a) stay (up), tarry. See also: Genesis 18:8; Joshua 21:44; 1 Chronicles 6:17.
מַחְשְׁב֥וֹת
machăshâbâh
H4284
"plot"
N-fp
In the Bible, this word refers to a plan, device, or invention, which can be either good or bad. It appears in places like 2 Chronicles 2:11 and Esther 8:3, where it is used to describe clever ideas or schemes. The word is associated with creativity and problem-solving.
Definition: 1) thought, device 1a) thought 1b) device, plan, purpose 1c) invention
Usage: Occurs in 52 OT verses. KJV: cunning (work), curious work, device(-sed), imagination, invented, means, purpose, thought. See also: Genesis 6:5; Proverbs 19:21; Psalms 33:10.
לִ֝בּ֗/וֹ
lêb
H3820
"heart"
N-ms | Suff
Leb refers to the heart, but also represents feelings, will, and intellect in the Bible. It is used figuratively to describe the center of something, and is often translated as heart or mind. Leb is a complex concept that encompasses emotions and thoughts.
Definition: 1) inner man, mind, will, heart, understanding 1a) inner part, midst 1a1) midst (of things) 1a2) heart (of man) 1a3) soul, heart (of man) 1a4) mind, knowledge, thinking, reflection, memory 1a5) inclination, resolution, determination (of will) 1a6) conscience 1a7) heart (of moral character) 1a8) as seat of appetites 1a9) as seat of emotions and passions 1a10) as seat of courage
Usage: Occurs in 552 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] care for, comfortably, consent, [idiom] considered, courag(-eous), friend(-ly), ((broken-), (hard-), (merry-), (stiff-), (stout-), double) heart(-ed), [idiom] heed, [idiom] I, kindly, midst, mind(-ed), [idiom] regard(-ed), [idiom] themselves, [idiom] unawares, understanding, [idiom] well, willingly, wisdom. See also: Genesis 6:5; 2 Samuel 13:33; Psalms 4:8.
לְ/דֹ֣ר
dôwr
H1755
"generation"
Prep | N-ms
This word refers to a period of time or a generation of people. It is used in the Bible to describe a group of people living at the same time. In the book of Psalms, it describes a generation of people who follow God.
Definition: 1) period, generation, habitation, dwelling 1a) period, age, generation (period of time) 1b) generation (those living during a period) 1c) generation (characterised by quality, condition, class of men) 1d) dwelling-place, habitation Aramaic equivalent: dar (דָּר "generation" H1859)
Usage: Occurs in 127 OT verses. KJV: age, [idiom] evermore, generation, (n-) ever, posterity. See also: Genesis 6:9; Esther 9:28; Psalms 10:6.
וָ/דֹֽר
dôwr
H1755
"generation"
Conj | N-ms
This word refers to a period of time or a generation of people. It is used in the Bible to describe a group of people living at the same time. In the book of Psalms, it describes a generation of people who follow God.
Definition: 1) period, generation, habitation, dwelling 1a) period, age, generation (period of time) 1b) generation (those living during a period) 1c) generation (characterised by quality, condition, class of men) 1d) dwelling-place, habitation Aramaic equivalent: dar (דָּר "generation" H1859)
Usage: Occurs in 127 OT verses. KJV: age, [idiom] evermore, generation, (n-) ever, posterity. See also: Genesis 6:9; Esther 9:28; Psalms 10:6.
Study Notes — Psalms 33:11
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- Context
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- Psalms 33:11 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 33:11
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 33:11
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 33:11
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 33:11
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 33:11
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 33:11
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 33:11
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 33:11
- Sermons on Psalms 33:11
Context — Praise to the Creator
9For He spoke, and it came to be; He commanded, and it stood firm.
10The LORD frustrates the plans of the nations; He thwarts the devices of the peoples.
11The counsel of the LORD stands forever, the purposes of His heart to all generations.
12Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD, the people He has chosen as His inheritance! 13The LORD looks down from heaven; He sees all the sons of men.Cross References
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| 1 | Proverbs 19:21 | Many plans are in a man’s heart, but the purpose of the LORD will prevail. |
| 2 | Isaiah 46:10 | I declare the end from the beginning, and ancient times from what is still to come. I say, ‘My purpose will stand, and all My good pleasure I will accomplish.’ |
| 3 | Job 23:13 | But He is unchangeable, and who can oppose Him? He does what He desires. |
| 4 | Isaiah 55:8–9 | “For My thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways My ways,” declares the LORD. “For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so My ways are higher than your ways and My thoughts than your thoughts. |
| 5 | Jeremiah 29:11 | For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, to give you a future and a hope. |
| 6 | Lamentations 3:37 | Who has spoken and it came to pass, unless the Lord has ordained it? |
| 7 | Isaiah 14:24 | The LORD of Hosts has sworn: “Surely, as I have planned, so will it be; as I have purposed, so will it stand. |
| 8 | Isaiah 14:27 | The LORD of Hosts has purposed, and who can thwart Him? His hand is outstretched, so who can turn it back? |
| 9 | Daniel 4:37 | Now I, Nebuchadnezzar, praise and exalt and glorify the King of heaven, for all His works are true and all His ways are just. And He is able to humble those who walk in pride. |
| 10 | Ephesians 1:11 | In Him we were also chosen as God’s own, having been predestined according to the plan of Him who works out everything by the counsel of His will, |
Psalms 33:11 Summary
The verse Psalms 33:11 tells us that God's plans and decisions are forever and will never change. This means that we can trust in Him and His love for us, no matter what happens in our lives (Romans 8:28). God's heart is full of purposes and plans that are good and loving, and He wants us to know and follow them (Jeremiah 29:11). By trusting in God's counsel, we can have confidence and hope for the future, knowing that He is always with us and guiding us.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that the counsel of the LORD stands forever?
This means that God's plans and decisions are eternal and unchanging, as stated in Psalms 33:11, and will ultimately prevail over the plans of humans, as seen in Proverbs 19:21.
How do the purposes of God's heart relate to all generations?
The purposes of God's heart are His eternal plans and desires, which are relevant and applicable to every generation, including ours, as seen in Psalms 33:11, and are reflected in His faithfulness to His people throughout history, as in Deuteronomy 7:9.
Is the counsel of the LORD the same as His will?
While related, the counsel of the LORD refers to His plans and decisions, whereas His will refers to His desires and intentions, as seen in Romans 12:2, and both are essential to understanding God's sovereignty and love for humanity.
How can we trust in the counsel of the LORD?
We can trust in the counsel of the LORD because it is based on His infinite wisdom, love, and power, as stated in Psalms 33:11, and is demonstrated throughout the Bible, such as in Jeremiah 29:11, where God promises to prosper and give us hope for the future.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can align my plans and decisions with the eternal counsel of the LORD?
- How do I discern the purposes of God's heart in my life and in the world around me?
- In what ways can I trust in the counsel of the LORD, even when circumstances seem uncertain or challenging?
- What are some biblical examples of God's counsel standing forever, and how can I apply those lessons to my own life?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 33:11
The counsel of the Lord standeth for ever,.... By which are meant, not the doctrines of the Gospel, nor the ordinances of it; though these will stand firm, and remain to the end of the world; but the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 33:11
The counsel of the LORD standeth for ever, the thoughts of his heart to all generations. The counsel ... standeth for ever - even as the earth at His bidding "stood fast" (Psalms 33:9).
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 33:11
All his purposes and designs, and especially those which concern his chosen people, of whom he speaks in the next verse, are always successful and irresistible.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 33:11
Psalms 33:11 The counsel of the LORD standeth for ever, the thoughts of his heart to all generations.Ver. 11. The counsel of the Lord standeth for ever] That counsel of his, whereby he hath decreed to maintain government among men, to relieve the oppressed, to punish the wicked, to uphold the Church, is firm and inviolable. Divinum consilium dum devitatur, impletur; humana sapientia dum reluctatur, comprehenditur, saith Gregory. There is a council in heaven that will dash the mould of all contrary counsels upon earth.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 33:11
Verse 11. The counsel of the Lord] What he has determined shall be done. He determined to make a world, and he made it; to create man, and he created him. He determined that at a certain period God should be manifested in the flesh, and it was so; that he should taste death for every man, and he did so; that his Gospel should be preached in all the world; and behold it has already nearly overrun the whole earth. All his other counsels and thoughts, which refer to the future, shall be accomplished in their times.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 33:11
11. The A.V. obscures the parallelism between Psalms 33:10-11. The counsel of the nations and the thoughts of the peoples are contrasted with the counsel of Jehovah and the thoughts of his heart. His counsel stands fast like His work in creation (Psalms 33:9). Cp. Jeremiah 33:20-21. With Psalms 33:10, cp. Isaiah 8:10; Nehemiah 4:15; with Psalms 33:11, cp. Isaiah 5:19; Isaiah 19:17; Isaiah 46:10-11; Micah 4:12; Isaiah 55:8-9; Jeremiah 29:11; and generally, Proverbs 19:21; Proverbs 21:30. To us the words may suggest that “through the ages one increasing purpose runs,” and point forward to “The one far-off divine event To which the whole creation moves.” The addition in P.B.V., and casteth out the counsels of princes, is derived through the Vulg. from the LXX.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 33:11
The counsel of the Lord - The purpose of the Lord. Standeth for ever - It will be carried out. It will never be changed.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 33:11
11. Counsel of the Lord—This stands opposed to the “counsel of the heathen,” and his thoughts to their “devices.” Psalms 33:10. For ever— Hebrew, to eternity.
Sermons on Psalms 33:11
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Crucial Questions About the Will of God by Warren Wiersbe | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of the will of God and how it is often viewed in a mechanical way. He emphasizes that our relationship with God is not like a mach |
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Hagar and Ishmael Cast Out by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer explores the profound implications of Abraham's decision to cast out Hagar and Ishmael, emphasizing that true faith requires the removal of anything that hinders our rel |
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Wait on God's Time by Charles E. Cowman | Charles E. Cowman preaches about the importance of waiting on God's set times, using the story of Abraham and Sarah as an example of God fulfilling His promises at the appointed mo |
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No One Can Snatch Them Out of My Hand by Thomas Brooks | Thomas Brooks emphasizes the unchanging and sovereign purpose of God, asserting that His eternal plans are the foundation of all spiritual blessings and the assurance of salvation |
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Isaiah 14:24 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith emphasizes that God's purposes are unchangeable and will ultimately prevail, regardless of the moral decay seen in society today. He discusses how God has established s |
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Isaiah 14:22 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith emphasizes God's unchanging purpose for humanity, asserting that life is not a product of chance but part of a divine plan known by God from the beginning. He explains |
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We Live in a World of Changes! by Anne Dutton | Anne Dutton preaches about the unchanging love of God amidst the ever-changing world we live in, emphasizing that while everything around us may vary, God's love remains constant a |