Psalms 36:7
Psalms 36:7 in Multiple Translations
How precious is Your loving devotion, O God, that the children of men take refuge in the shadow of Your wings!
How excellent is thy lovingkindness, O God! therefore the children of men put their trust under the shadow of thy wings.
How precious is thy lovingkindness, O God! And the children of men take refuge under the shadow of thy wings.
How good is your loving mercy, O God! the children of men take cover under the shade of your wings.
God, how priceless is your trustworthy love! Everyone can find protection under the shelter of your wings.
How excellent is thy mercy, O God! therefore the children of men trust vnder the shadowe of thy wings.
How precious [is] Thy kindness, O God, And the sons of men In the shadow of Thy wings do trust.
How precious is your loving kindness, God! The children of men take refuge under the shadow of your wings.
How excellent is thy loving-kindness, O God! therefore the children of men put their trust under the shadow of thy wings.
Be subject to the Lord and pray to him Envy not the man who prospereth in his way; the man who doth unjust things.
God, your faithful love for us is very precious. You protect us like birds protect their baby birds under their wings [MET].
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 36:7
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Psalms 36:7 Interlinear (Deep Study)
BIB
HEB
צִדְקָֽתְ/ךָ֨
כְּֽ/הַרְרֵי
אֵ֗ל
מִ֭שְׁפָּטֶ/ךָ
תְּה֣וֹם
רַבָּ֑ה
אָ֤דָֽם
וּ/בְהֵמָ֖ה
תוֹשִׁ֣יעַ
יְהוָֽה
צִדְקָֽתְ/ךָ֨
tsᵉdâqâh
H6666
righteousness
N-fs | Suff
כְּֽ/הַרְרֵי
hârâr
H2042
mountain
Prep | N-mp
אֵ֗ל
ʼêl
H410
god
N-ms
מִ֭שְׁפָּטֶ/ךָ
mishpâṭ
H4941
justice
N-ms | Suff
תְּה֣וֹם
tᵉhôwm
H8415
abyss
N-cs
רַבָּ֑ה
rab
H7227
many
Adj
אָ֤דָֽם
ʼâdâm
H120
the man (Adam)
N-ms
וּ/בְהֵמָ֖ה
bᵉhêmâh
H929
animal
Conj | N-fs
תוֹשִׁ֣יעַ
yâshaʻ
H3467
to save
V-Hiphil-Imperf-2ms
יְהוָֽה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 36:7
צִדְקָֽתְ/ךָ֨
tsᵉdâqâh
H6666
"righteousness"
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.
כְּֽ/הַרְרֵי
hârâr
H2042
"mountain"
Prep | N-mp
This word refers to a mountain or hill, like the ones found in Israel's hill country. It is often used to describe the terrain in the Bible, including the mountains where Jesus preached.
Definition: mountain, hill, hill country, mount Another spelling of har (הַר ": mount" H2022)
Usage: Occurs in 12 OT verses. KJV: hill, mount(-ain). See also: Numbers 23:7; Psalms 76:5; Psalms 30:8.
אֵ֗ל
ʼêl
H410
"god"
N-ms
In the Bible, 'el means strength or power, and is often used to refer to God or false gods. It describes something or someone as mighty or powerful, like the Almighty. This concept is central to understanding the Bible's view of God.
Definition: : god 1) god, god-like one, mighty one 1a) mighty men, men of rank, mighty heroes 1b) angels 1c) god, false god, (demons, imaginations) 1d) God, the one true God, Jehovah 2) mighty things in nature 3) strength, power Also means: ": power" (el אֵל H0410L)
Usage: Occurs in 235 OT verses. KJV: God (god), [idiom] goodly, [idiom] great, idol, might(-y one), power, strong. Compare names in '-el.' See also: Genesis 14:18; Job 33:14; Psalms 5:5.
מִ֭שְׁפָּטֶ/ךָ
mishpâṭ
H4941
"justice"
N-ms | Suff
Mishpat means justice or judgment, and is often used to describe God's righteous judgment, as well as human laws and decisions, in books like Deuteronomy and Isaiah.
Definition: : judgement/punishment 1) judgment, justice, ordinance 1a) judgment 1a1) act of deciding a case 1a2) place, court, seat of judgment 1a3) process, procedure, litigation (before judges) 1a4) case, cause (presented for judgment) 1a5) sentence, decision (of judgment) 1a6) execution (of judgment) 1a7) time (of judgment) 1b) justice, right, rectitude (attributes of God or man) 1c) ordinance 1d) decision (in law) 1e) right, privilege, due (legal) 1f) proper, fitting, measure, fitness, custom, manner, plan
Usage: Occurs in 406 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] adversary, ceremony, charge, [idiom] crime, custom, desert, determination, discretion, disposing, due, fashion, form, to be judged, judgment, just(-ice, -ly), (manner of) law(-ful), manner, measure, (due) order, ordinance, right, sentence, usest, [idiom] worthy, [phrase] wrong. See also: Genesis 18:19; 1 Kings 2:3; Psalms 1:5.
תְּה֣וֹם
tᵉhôwm
H8415
"abyss"
N-cs
Tehom refers to the deep waters of the ocean or sea, including the subterranean water supply. It can also describe the primeval ocean or the abyss.
Definition: 1) deep, depths, deep places, abyss, the deep, sea 1a) deep (of subterranean waters) 1b) deep, sea, abysses (of sea) 1c) primeval ocean, deep 1d) deep, depth (of river) 1e) abyss, the grave
Usage: Occurs in 35 OT verses. KJV: deep (place), depth. See also: Genesis 1:2; Psalms 78:15; Psalms 33:7.
רַבָּ֑ה
rab
H7227
"many"
Adj
This Hebrew word means a chief or captain, someone in charge. It is used in 2 Samuel 23:19 to describe a great and powerful man. The idea is one of leadership and authority.
Definition: adj 1) much, many, great 1a) much 1b) many 1c) abounding in 1d) more numerous than 1e) abundant, enough 1f) great 1g) strong 1h) greater than adv 1i) much, exceedingly
Usage: Occurs in 443 OT verses. KJV: (in) abound(-undance, -ant, -antly), captain, elder, enough, exceedingly, full, great(-ly, man, one), increase, long (enough, (time)), (do, have) many(-ifold, things, a time), (ship-)master, mighty, more, (too, very) much, multiply(-tude), officer, often(-times), plenteous, populous, prince, process (of time), suffice(-lent). See also: Genesis 6:5; 1 Kings 11:1; Psalms 3:2.
אָ֤דָֽם
ʼâdâm
H120
"the man (Adam)"
N-ms
Adam was the first human, created by God and mentioned in Genesis 2:19, who married Eve and had sons including Cain, Abel, and Seth.
Definition: The first named man living at the time before the Flood, first mentioned at Gen.2.19; married to Eve (H2332); father of: Cain (H7014B), Abel (H1893) and Seth (H8352); also translated "man" at Gen.2.19,21,23; 3.8,9,20; 5.2; "mankind" at Deu.32.8; "others" at Job.31.33; Another spelling of a.dam (אָדָם "Adam" H0121) man, human being
Usage: Occurs in 526 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] another, [phrase] hypocrite, [phrase] common sort, [idiom] low, man (mean, of low degree), person. See also: Genesis 1:26; Judges 18:7; Psalms 8:5.
וּ/בְהֵמָ֖ה
bᵉhêmâh
H929
"animal"
Conj | N-fs
This word refers to animals, especially large quadruped mammals. It's used in the Bible to describe livestock, wild beasts, and other creatures. It appears in stories of creation, farming, and wildlife.
Definition: 1) beast, cattle, animal 1a) beasts (coll of all animals) 1b) cattle, livestock (of domestic animals) 1c) wild beasts
Usage: Occurs in 172 OT verses. KJV: beast, cattle. See also: Genesis 1:24; Deuteronomy 28:11; Psalms 8:8.
תוֹשִׁ֣יעַ
yâshaʻ
H3467
"to save"
V-Hiphil-Imperf-2ms
Means to save or be delivered, used in the Bible to describe being freed from danger or trouble, like in battle or from moral struggles, as seen in the Psalms and Proverbs.
Definition: 1) to save, be saved, be delivered 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to be liberated, be saved, be delivered 1a2) to be saved (in battle), be victorious 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to save, deliver 1b2) to save from moral troubles 1b3) to give victory to
Usage: Occurs in 198 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] at all, avenging, defend, deliver(-er), help, preserve, rescue, be safe, bring (having) salvation, save(-iour), get victory. See also: Exodus 2:17; Psalms 55:17; Psalms 3:8.
יְהוָֽה
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.
Study Notes — Psalms 36:7
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 36:7 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 36:7
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 36:7
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 36:7
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 36:7
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 36:7
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 36:7
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 36:7
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 36:7
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 36:7
- Sermons on Psalms 36:7
Context — The Transgression of the Wicked
5Your loving devotion, O LORD, reaches to the heavens, Your faithfulness to the clouds.
6Your righteousness is like the highest mountains; Your judgments are like the deepest sea. O LORD, You preserve man and beast.
7How precious is Your loving devotion, O God, that the children of men take refuge in the shadow of Your wings!
8They feast on the abundance of Your house, and You give them drink from Your river of delights. 9For with You is the fountain of life; in Your light we see light.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 86:5 | For You, O Lord, are kind and forgiving, rich in loving devotion to all who call on You. |
| 2 | Psalms 91:4 | He will cover you with His feathers; under His wings you will find refuge; His faithfulness is a shield and rampart. |
| 3 | Ruth 2:12 | May the LORD repay your work, and may you receive a rich reward from the LORD, the God of Israel, under whose wings you have taken refuge.” |
| 4 | 1 John 3:1 | Behold what manner of love the Father has given to us, that we should be called children of God. And that is what we are! The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know Him. |
| 5 | 1 John 4:9–10 | This is how God’s love was revealed among us: God sent His one and only Son into the world, so that we might live through Him. And love consists in this: not that we loved God, but that He loved us and sent His Son as the atoning sacrifice for our sins. |
| 6 | Psalms 139:17 | How precious to me are Your thoughts, O God, how vast is their sum! |
| 7 | Psalms 17:8 | Keep me as the apple of Your eye; hide me in the shadow of Your wings |
| 8 | Psalms 31:19 | How great is Your goodness which You have laid up for those who fear You, which You have bestowed before the sons of men on those who take refuge in You! |
| 9 | Exodus 34:6 | Then the LORD passed in front of Moses and called out: “The LORD, the LORD God, is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in loving devotion and faithfulness, |
| 10 | Psalms 86:15 | But You, O Lord, are a compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in loving devotion and faithfulness. |
Psalms 36:7 Summary
This verse tells us that God's love is a precious and safe place where we can run to for protection, like a bird taking shelter under its mother's wings. Just like the Psalmist, we can trust in God's faithfulness and righteousness, as seen in Psalms 36:5-6, and know that He will take care of us. When we are feeling scared or unsure, we can remember that God is our refuge and that His love is always available to us, as promised in Psalms 34:17-18 and Jeremiah 29:11. By trusting in God's loving devotion, we can find peace and comfort in His presence, just as the Psalmist did.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to take refuge in the shadow of God's wings?
This phrase is a metaphor for finding protection and safety in God's presence, similar to how a mother bird shields her young with her wings, as seen in Psalms 91:4 and Deuteronomy 32:11.
How can we experience God's loving devotion in our lives?
We can experience God's loving devotion by trusting in His faithfulness and righteousness, as described in Psalms 36:5-6, and by seeking a personal relationship with Him through prayer and meditation, as encouraged in Psalms 119:145-152.
What does it mean that God's loving devotion is 'precious'?
The word 'precious' in Psalms 36:7 means that God's loving devotion is highly valued and treasured, much like the precious stones mentioned in Revelation 21:19-20, and it is something that we can rely on and trust in times of need, as promised in Hebrews 13:5-6.
How does this verse relate to our daily lives?
This verse reminds us that God is our refuge and protector, and that we can trust in His loving devotion to guide us through life's challenges, as stated in Proverbs 3:5-6, and to provide for our needs, as promised in Philippians 4:19.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I have experienced God's loving devotion in my life, and how can I cultivate a deeper sense of trust in His presence?
- How can I practically 'take refuge in the shadow of God's wings' when faced with challenges or uncertainties, and what does this look like in my daily life?
- What are some things that I can do to 'feast on the abundance of God's house' and to 'drink from His river of delights', as mentioned in the surrounding verses, and how can I prioritize these things in my spiritual journey?
- How can I share God's loving devotion with others, and what are some ways that I can be a source of refuge and comfort for those around me, as described in 2 Corinthians 1:3-4?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 36:7
How excellent [is] thy lovingkindness, O God,.... Which has appeared to men and not angels, to some and not others; to the chief of sinners, who are by nature children of wrath as others; in
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 36:7
How excellent is thy lovingkindness, O God! therefore the children of men put their trust under the shadow of thy wings. How excellent ... O God! - Hebrew, yaaqaar (H3368), 'how precious,' etc.; like some costly treasure.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 36:7
Thy loving-kindness; or, thy mercy; for it is the same word which is used and so rendered, . The sense is, Though all thine attributes now reckoned, and the rest of them, be excellent and glorious, yet above all thy mercy is most excellent or precious and amiable, as being most necessary and beneficial unto us, poor sinful, miserable men. Put their trust under the shadow of thy wings, i.e. cheerfully commit themselves to thy care and kindness, notwithstanding their own sinfulness, and the rage and power of their adversaries, against all which thy mercy is a sufficient security.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 36:7
Psalms 36:7 How excellent [is] thy lovingkindness, O God! therefore the children of men put their trust under the shadow of thy wings. Ver. 7. How excellent (Heb. precious) is thy lovingkindness!] That special love and favour that thou vouchsafest to thine own elect only. Oh, this is incomparable and inexpressible! It maketh a vast difference between the righteous and the wicked, though the blind world observeth it not. Therefore the children of men] Who are also the children of God, by a better birth, John 1:12-13, and that is their greatest preferment, 1 John 3:1. Ludovicus, surnamed the Saint, king of France, would needs be called Ludovicus de Pissiaco rather than take greater titles, because there he became a Christian. He thought no birth to a new birth in Christ, no parentage to that of God to his Father. Put their trust in the shadow of thy wings] As chickens in a storm, or when the puttock threateneth, hover and cover under the hen. See Psalms 91:4 Matthew 23:37.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 36:7
(7) How excellent.—Better, how precious. Therefore . . .—Better, the simple conjunction, and sons of men, they find shelter, &c Shadow of thy wings.—See Psalms 17:8, Note.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 36:7
Verse 7. How excellent is thy loving-kindness] He asks the question in the way of admiration; but expects no answer from angels or men. It is indescribably excellent, abundant, and free; and, "therefore, the children of Adam put their trust under the shadow of thy wings." They trust in thy good providence for the supply of their bodies; they trust in thy mercy for the salvation of their souls. These, speaking after the figure, are the two wings of the Divine goodness, under which the children of men take refuge. The allusion may be to the wings of the cherubim, above the mercy-seat.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 36:7
7. How excellent] How precious (R.V.). It is the Psalmist’s treasure. Cp. Psalms 139:17. O God] The substitution of God for Jehovah is significant. The Psalmist is speaking of a love which extends beyond the limits of the chosen people, and embraces all mankind. The children of men—lit. sons of man (Psalms 14:2) are men regarded as earthborn and mortal in contrast to God. therefore &c.] And the children of men take refuge &c. (R.V.). Cp.
Psalms 17:7-8, note; Rth 2:12.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 36:7
How excellent - Margin, as in Hebrew: “precious.” The word used here is one that would be applicable to precious stones 1 Kings 10:2, 1 Kings 10:10-11; or to the more costly kind of stones employed
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 36:7
7. Shadow of thy wings—A strong anthropomorphism, indicating the protection of love and tenderness. Psalms 63:7; Matthew 23:37
Sermons on Psalms 36:7
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Attributes of God (Series 2): The Goodness of God by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the unchanging truth that God is good, regardless of the evil and darkness present in the world. He encourages listeners to experience God's |
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Attributes of God (Series 1): God's Goodness by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that all the attributes of God are different aspects of one God in three persons. He encourages the listeners to think right and align their |
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A Place to Hide by Jim Cymbala | Jim Cymbala emphasizes the priceless nature of God's unfailing love and the refuge it provides, likening God to a protective bird under whose wings we can find safety. He explains |
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Releasing the Life of Jesus by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of having the life of Jesus flowing in believers. He highlights the need for a new kind of evangelism that can combat the dea |
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Abundantly Satisfied by Friedel Stegen | In this sermon, the speaker shares a powerful analogy of a dying bee that was revived by being given sugar water. He relates this to the spiritual hunger and thirst that people hav |
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The River of God's Delights by David Davis | This sermon emphasizes the importance of getting deeper into the river of God's delights, symbolizing the presence, grace, and love of God. It encourages believers to seek a consis |
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Meditation May 13, 1657 by Anne Bradstreet | Anne Bradstreet reflects on the changing seasons of life, likening them to the transition from winter to spring, expressing joy and gratitude for the healing and restoration brough |