Psalms 36:11
Psalms 36:11 in Multiple Translations
Let not the foot of the proud come against me, nor the hand of the wicked drive me away.
Let not the foot of pride come against me, and let not the hand of the wicked remove me.
Let not the foot of pride come against me, And let not the hand of the wicked drive me away.
Let not the foot of pride come against me, or the hand of the evil-doers put me out of my place.
Don't let the arrogant trample me down; don't let the wicked drive me out.
Let not ye foote of pride come against me, and let not the hand of ye wicked men moue me.
Let not a foot of pride meet me, And a hand of the wicked let not move me.
Don’t let the foot of pride come against me. Don’t let the hand of the wicked drive me away.
Let not the foot of pride come against me, and let not the hand of the wicked remove me.
But the meek shall inherit the land, and shall delight in abundance of peace.
Do not allow proud people [SYN] to attack me, or allow wicked people to chase me away.
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Psalms 36:11 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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מְשֹׁ֣ךְ
חַ֭סְדְּ/ךָ
לְ/יֹדְעֶ֑י/ךָ
וְ֝/צִדְקָֽתְ/ךָ֗
לְ/יִשְׁרֵי
לֵֽב
מְשֹׁ֣ךְ
mâshak
H4900
to draw
V-Qal-Impv-2ms
חַ֭סְדְּ/ךָ
chêçêd
H2617
kindness
N-ms | Suff
לְ/יֹדְעֶ֑י/ךָ
yâdaʻ
H3045
to know
Prep | V-Qal | Suff
וְ֝/צִדְקָֽתְ/ךָ֗
tsᵉdâqâh
H6666
righteousness
Conj | N-fs | Suff
לְ/יִשְׁרֵי
yâshâr
H3477
Jashar
Prep | Adj
לֵֽב
lêb
H3820
heart
N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 36:11
מְשֹׁ֣ךְ
mâshak
H4900
"to draw"
V-Qal-Impv-2ms
To draw can mean many things in the Bible, such as to pull or lead something, to sow seeds, or to make music. It is used in various contexts, including war, farming, and worship. The word is used in different forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: 1) to draw, drag, seize 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to draw (and lift out), drag along, lead along, drag or lead off, draw down 1a2) to draw (the bow) 1a3) to proceed, march 1a4) to draw out or give (a sound) 1a5) to draw out, prolong, continue 1a6) to trail (seed in sowing) 1a7) to cheer, draw, attract, gratify 1b) (Niphal) to be drawn out 1c) (Pual) 1c1) to be drawn out, be postponed, be deferred 1c2) to be tall
Usage: Occurs in 36 OT verses. KJV: draw (along, out), continue, defer, extend, forbear, [idiom] give, handle, make (pro-, sound) long, [idiom] sow, scatter, stretch out. See also: Genesis 37:28; Psalms 85:6; Psalms 10:9.
חַ֭סְדְּ/ךָ
chêçêd
H2617
"kindness"
N-ms | Suff
This word refers to kindness, mercy, or pity, often used to describe God's loving actions towards humanity. It is translated as 'favour', 'kindness', or 'mercy' in the KJV. It emphasizes God's loving character.
Definition: goodness, kindness, faithfulness
Usage: Occurs in 241 OT verses. KJV: favour, good deed(-liness, -ness), kindly, (loving-) kindness, merciful (kindness), mercy, pity, reproach, wicked thing. See also: Genesis 19:19; Psalms 51:3; Psalms 5:8.
לְ/יֹדְעֶ֑י/ךָ
yâdaʻ
H3045
"to know"
Prep | V-Qal | Suff
The Hebrew word for to know means to ascertain by seeing, and is used in many senses, including to learn, perceive, and recognize, as seen in various KJV translations.
Definition: 1) to know 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to know 1a1a) to know, learn to know 1a1b) to perceive 1a1c) to perceive and see, find out and discern 1a1d) to discriminate, distinguish 1a1e) to know by experience 1a1f) to recognise, admit, acknowledge, confess 1a1g) to consider 1a2) to know, be acquainted with 1a3) to know (a person carnally) 1a4) to know how, be skilful in 1a5) to have knowledge, be wise 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be made known, be or become known, be revealed 1b2) to make oneself known 1b3) to be perceived 1b4) to be instructed 1c) (Piel) to cause to know 1d) (Poal) to cause to know 1e) (Pual) 1e1) to be known 1e2) known, one known, acquaintance (participle) 1f) (Hiphil) to make known, declare 1g) (Hophal) to be made known 1h) (Hithpael) to make oneself known, reveal oneself Aramaic equivalent: ye.da (יְדַע "to know" H3046)
Usage: Occurs in 874 OT verses. KJV: acknowledge, acquaintance(-ted with), advise, answer, appoint, assuredly, be aware, (un-) awares, can(-not), certainly, comprehend, consider, [idiom] could they, cunning, declare, be diligent, (can, cause to) discern, discover, endued with, familiar friend, famous, feel, can have, be (ig-) norant, instruct, kinsfolk, kinsman, (cause to let, make) know, (come to give, have, take) knowledge, have (knowledge), (be, make, make to be, make self) known, [phrase] be learned, [phrase] lie by man, mark, perceive, privy to, [idiom] prognosticator, regard, have respect, skilful, shew, can (man of) skill, be sure, of a surety, teach, (can) tell, understand, have (understanding), [idiom] will be, wist, wit, wot. See also: Genesis 3:5; Leviticus 5:4; Judges 21:12.
וְ֝/צִדְקָֽתְ/ךָ֗
tsᵉdâqâh
H6666
"righteousness"
Conj | N-fs | Suff
Encompasses the idea of righteousness, including justice, virtue, and morality, often describing God's attribute or the standard for human behavior. It is used to describe the ideal for personal conduct and societal norms, emphasizing the importance of living a righteous life.
Definition: 1) justice, righteousness 1a) righteousness (in government) 1a1) of judge, ruler, king 1a2) of law 1a3) of Davidic king Messiah 1b) righteousness (of God's attribute) 1c) righteousness (in a case or cause) 1d) righteousness, truthfulness 1e) righteousness (as ethically right) 1f) righteousness (as vindicated), justification, salvation 1f1) of God 1f2) prosperity (of people) 1g) righteous acts Aramaic equivalent: tsid.qah (צִדְקָה "righteousness" H6665)
Usage: Occurs in 150 OT verses. KJV: justice, moderately, right(-eous) (act, -ly, -ness). See also: Genesis 15:6; Proverbs 16:31; Psalms 5:9.
לְ/יִשְׁרֵי
yâshâr
H3477
"Jashar"
Prep | Adj
Jashar refers to being straight or just, like doing what is convenient and right. A man named Jashar lived before Israel's monarchy, as mentioned in Joshua 10:13. He wrote a book of poetry and songs, now lost.
Definition: A man living before Israel's Monarchy, first mentioned at Jos.10.13
Usage: Occurs in 119 OT verses. KJV: convenient, equity, Jasher, just, meet(-est), [phrase] pleased well right(-eous), straight, (most) upright(-ly, -ness). See also: Exodus 15:26; Psalms 32:11; Psalms 7:11.
לֵֽב
lêb
H3820
"heart"
N-ms
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.
Study Notes — Psalms 36:11
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 36:11 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 36:11
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 36:11
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 36:11
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 36:11
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 36:11
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 36:11
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 36:11
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 36:11
- Sermons on Psalms 36:11
Context — The Transgression of the Wicked
9For with You is the fountain of life; in Your light we see light.
10Extend Your loving devotion to those who know You, and Your righteousness to the upright in heart.
11Let not the foot of the proud come against me, nor the hand of the wicked drive me away.
12There the evildoers lie fallen, thrown down and unable to rise.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 16:8 | I have set the LORD always before me. Because He is at my right hand, I will not be shaken. |
| 2 | Psalms 17:8–14 | Keep me as the apple of Your eye; hide me in the shadow of Your wings from the wicked who assail me, from my mortal enemies who surround me. They have closed their callous hearts; their mouths speak with arrogance. They have tracked us down, and now surround us; their eyes are set to cast us to the ground, like a lion greedy for prey, like a young lion lurking in ambush. Arise, O LORD, confront them! Bring them to their knees; deliver me from the wicked by Your sword, from such men, O LORD, by Your hand— from men of the world whose portion is in this life. May You fill the bellies of Your treasured ones and satisfy their sons, so they leave their abundance to their children. |
| 3 | Psalms 119:51 | The arrogant utterly deride me, but I do not turn from Your law. |
| 4 | Psalms 119:85 | The arrogant have dug pits for me in violation of Your law. |
| 5 | Psalms 119:122 | Ensure Your servant’s well-being; do not let the arrogant oppress me. |
| 6 | Psalms 119:69 | Though the arrogant have smeared me with lies, I keep Your precepts with all my heart. |
| 7 | Job 40:11–12 | Unleash the fury of your wrath; look on every proud man and bring him low. Look on every proud man and humble him; trample the wicked where they stand. |
| 8 | Psalms 123:3–4 | Have mercy on us, O LORD, have mercy, for we have endured much contempt. We have endured much scorn from the arrogant, much contempt from the proud. |
| 9 | Psalms 12:3–5 | May the LORD cut off all flattering lips and every boastful tongue. They say, “With our tongues we will prevail. We own our lips—who can be our master?” “For the cause of the oppressed and for the groaning of the needy, I will now arise,” says the LORD. “I will bring safety to him who yearns.” |
| 10 | Psalms 10:2 | In pride the wicked pursue the needy; let them be caught in the schemes they devise. |
Psalms 36:11 Summary
[This verse is a prayer asking God to protect us from people who are proud and wicked, and to keep us safe from their harm. It's like asking God to be our shield and defender, as seen in Psalms 28:7, which says 'The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him'. We can trust in God's power and protection, and know that He will keep us safe, as stated in Deuteronomy 31:6, which says 'Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified'. By staying close to God and trusting in His power, we can avoid being driven away by the influences of the proud and wicked.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for the 'foot of the proud' to come against me?
This phrase refers to the attacks or opposition from those who are arrogant and self-reliant, as seen in Psalms 36:11, and is similar to the concept of the 'proud' in Proverbs 16:18, where it says that 'pride goes before destruction'
How can I avoid being driven away by the hand of the wicked?
To avoid being driven away, we must stay close to God and trust in His power and protection, as stated in Psalms 23:4, which says 'even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me'
Is this verse talking about physical or spiritual protection?
This verse is primarily talking about spiritual protection, as the psalmist is asking for protection from the influence and attacks of the proud and wicked, similar to the spiritual protection spoken of in Ephesians 6:16, which says to 'take up the shield of faith'
How does this verse relate to my daily life?
This verse reminds us to be aware of the spiritual battles we face daily and to trust in God's power and protection, as seen in Psalms 121:2, which says 'My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth'
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that the 'foot of the proud' may be coming against me in my life, and how can I respond to those challenges?
- How can I cultivate a sense of humility and reliance on God, rather than giving in to pride and self-reliance?
- What are some ways that the 'hand of the wicked' may be trying to drive me away from God, and how can I resist those influences?
- How can I trust in God's power and protection, even when faced with opposition or challenges?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 36:11
Let not the foot of pride come against me,.... Meaning some proud enemy, such an one as Ahithophel, of whom R.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 36:11
Let not the foot of pride come against me, and let not the hand of the wicked remove me. Let not the foot of pride ... against me - so as suddenly to tread me down.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 36:11
Of pride, i. e. of my proud and insolent enemies; the abstract being put for the concrete, as ,32: so also 13:6. Against me; or, upon me, to wit, so as to overthrow or remove me, as it is in the next clause. Remove me; either, 1. From my trust in thee, or obedience to thee. Or, 2. From my place and station; from the land of my nativity, and the place of thy worship. Or, shake me, or cast me down, i.e. subdue and destroy me.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 36:11
Psalms 36:11 Let not the foot of pride come against me, and let not the hand of the wicked remove me.Ver. 11. Let not the foot of pride come against me] The wicked do manibus pedibusque obnixe omnia facere, that they may ruin the righteous (Terent.); but God can divert them, manacle them, shackle them, that they shall neither march against his people nor meddle to unsettle their faith. Nevertheless, he looketh to be sought unto for these things, Ezekiel 36:37 Daniel 10:12, I came forth for thy word, saith the angel, that is, upon thy prayer.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 36:11
(11) The foot of pride . . . the hand of the wicked.—The one tramples on the lowly; the other is full of violence. Remove.—Better, expel, but we have no indication from where. Perhaps from the Temple.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 36:11
Verse 11. Let not the foot of pride come against me] Let me not be trampled under foot by proud and haughty men. Let not the hand of the wicked remove me.] תנדני tenideni, shake me, or cause me to wander. Both these verses may have immediate respect to the captives in Babylon. The Jews were, when compared with the Babylonians, the people that knew God; for in Jewry was God known, Psalms 76:1; and the psalmist prays against the treatment which the Jews had received from the proud and insolent Babylonians during the seventy years of their captivity: "Restore us to our own land; and let not the proud foot or the violent hand ever remove us from our country and its blessings; the temple, and its ordinances."
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 36:11
11. Let me not be trampled under foot by proud oppressors, or driven from my home by wicked violence. This verse clearly refers to Psalms 36:1-4. The Psalmist is himself in danger of falling a victim to the ruthless oppressors there described. remove me] R.V. drive me away, from hearth and home to become a wanderer and a vagabond. The word may be used of exile (2 Kings 21:8; Jeremiah 4:1); but there is not the slightest hint here of an impending invasion. What the Psalmist fears is treatment like that described in Micah 2:9, leaving him a homeless beggar (Job 15:23; Psalms 109:10).
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 36:11
Let not the foot of pride come against me - The foot of the proud man.
Sermons on Psalms 36:11
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(Steps Towards Spiritual Perfection) - My Soul by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having a personal relationship with God. He highlights the tendency of people to rely on others for spiritual nourishment, |
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Learning the Fear of God (Telugu) by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of fearing God and turning away from sin, drawing insights from the book of Job as the first book written by God in the Bible. It highlights t |
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Things Unshakable - an Unshakable Life by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of obeying God's commands and trusting that they are for our own good. He compares our relationship with God to that of a pare |
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Keys to Spiritual Growth - Part 6 by John MacArthur | This sermon emphasizes the importance of spiritual growth by glorifying God in various aspects of our lives. It highlights the need for unity in the body of Christ, the use of spir |
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Living for Eternity 1 - Part 3 by Joshua Daniel | This sermon emphasizes the importance of seizing every moment that Jesus gives us, reflecting on how Jesus was always ready to address needs and challenges, unlike our tendency to |
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Studies in Psalm 16:-01 by James K. Boswell | In this sermon, the speaker begins by discussing how people often use technology without fully understanding how it works. He then shares a story about a doctor who operated on a b |
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Book of Acts Series - Part 42 | He's Alive by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the speaker encourages listeners to engage with the historical narratives in the Bible by using their imagination and asking questions. He uses the example of Paul' |