Psalms 40:5
Psalms 40:5 in Multiple Translations
Many, O LORD my God, are the wonders You have done, and the plans You have for us— none can compare to You— if I proclaim and declare them, they are more than I can count.
Many, O LORD my God, are thy wonderful works which thou hast done, and thy thoughts which are to us-ward: they cannot be reckoned up in order unto thee: if I would declare and speak of them, they are more than can be numbered.
Many, O Jehovah my God, are the wonderful works which thou hast done, And thy thoughts which are to us-ward: They cannot be set in order unto thee; If I would declare and speak of them, They are more than can be numbered.
O Lord my God, great are the wonders which you have done in your thought for us; it is not possible to put them out in order before you; when I would give an account of them, their number is greater than I may say.
Lord my God, you have done so many wonderful things for us, and you have so many plans for us. No one compares to you. I want to tell all that you've done—blessings too many to count.
O Lord my God, thou hast made thy wonderfull workes so many, that none can count in order to thee thy thoughts toward vs: I would declare, and speake of them, but they are moe then I am able to expresse.
Much hast Thou done, Jehovah my God; Thy wonders and Thy thoughts toward us, There is none to arrange unto Thee, I declare and speak: They have been more than to be numbered.
Many, LORD, my God, are the wonderful works which you have done, and your thoughts which are toward us. They can’t be declared back to you. If I would declare and speak of them, they are more than can be counted.
Many, O LORD, my God, are thy wonderful works which thou hast done, and thy thoughts which are toward us, they cannot be reckoned up in order to thee: if I would declare and speak of them , they are more than can be numbered.
I said: O Lord, be thou merciful to me: heal my soul, for I have sinned against thee.
O Yahweh, my God, you have done many wonderful things! No one can list all the wonderful things that you have planned for us. If I tried to tell others about all those wonderful things, I would not be able to, because there would be too many for me to mention.
God, my God, you have done lots of powerful things for us. And you have lots and lots of good plans for us. Nobody is like you. You do so many great things that I can’t say them all. If I try to say them all, I’ll talk for ever and never stop talking.
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Psalms 40:5 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אַ֥שְֽׁרֵי
הַ/גֶּ֗בֶר
אֲשֶׁר
שָׂ֣ם
יְ֭הֹוָה
מִבְטַח֑/וֹ
וְֽ/לֹא
פָנָ֥ה
אֶל
רְ֝הָבִ֗ים
וְ/שָׂטֵ֥י
כָזָֽב
אַ֥שְֽׁרֵי
ʼesher
H835
blessed
N-mp
הַ/גֶּ֗בֶר
geber
H1397
great man
Art | N-ms
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
שָׂ֣ם
sûwm
H7760
to set
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
יְ֭הֹוָה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
מִבְטַח֑/וֹ
mibṭâch
H4009
confidence
N-ms | Suff
וְֽ/לֹא
lôʼ
H3808
not
Conj | Part
פָנָ֥ה
pânâh
H6437
Corner (Gate)
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
רְ֝הָבִ֗ים
râhâb
H7295
proud
N-mp
וְ/שָׂטֵ֥י
sûwṭ
H7750
to swerve
Conj | V-Qal
כָזָֽב
kâzâb
H3577
lie
N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 40:5
אַ֥שְֽׁרֵי
ʼesher
H835
"blessed"
N-mp
This Hebrew word means happiness or blessedness, often used to express how happy someone is. It appears in the Bible as an interjection, similar to 'how happy!' In the KJV, it is translated as 'blessed' or 'happy'.
Definition: 1) happiness, blessedness 1a) often used as interjection 1b) blessed are
Usage: Occurs in 42 OT verses. KJV: blessed, happy. See also: Deuteronomy 33:29; Psalms 119:2; Psalms 1:1.
הַ/גֶּ֗בֶר
geber
H1397
"great man"
Art | N-ms
The Hebrew word for a great man or warrior, emphasizing strength or ability to fight, used to describe a person of valor. It is translated as 'man' or 'mighty' in the KJV. In the Bible, it appears in various contexts, including descriptions of strong leaders.
Definition: man, strong man, warrior (emphasising strength or ability to fight)
Usage: Occurs in 64 OT verses. KJV: every one, man, [idiom] mighty. See also: Exodus 10:11; Psalms 88:5; Psalms 34:9.
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
שָׂ֣ם
sûwm
H7760
"to set"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to put or place something, and is used in many different ways in the Bible, such as to appoint or determine something. It is first used in Genesis to describe God's creation. In the KJV, it is translated as 'appoint' or 'set' in various contexts.
Definition: : make/establish 1) to put, place, set, appoint, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to put, set, lay, put or lay upon, lay (violent) hands on 1a2) to set, direct, direct toward 1a2a) to extend (compassion) (fig) 1a3) to set, ordain, establish, found, appoint, constitute, make, determine, fix 1a4) to set, station, put, set in place, plant, fix 1a5) to make, make for, transform into, constitute, fashion, work, bring to pass, appoint, give 1b) (Hiphil) to set or make for a sign 1c) (Hophal) to be set
Usage: Occurs in 550 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] any wise, appoint, bring, call (a name), care, cast in, change, charge, commit, consider, convey, determine, [phrase] disguise, dispose, do, get, give, heap up, hold, impute, lay (down, up), leave, look, make (out), mark, [phrase] name, [idiom] on, ordain, order, [phrase] paint, place, preserve, purpose, put (on), [phrase] regard, rehearse, reward, (cause to) set (on, up), shew, [phrase] stedfastly, take, [idiom] tell, [phrase] tread down, (over-)turn, [idiom] wholly, work. See also: Genesis 2:8; Leviticus 20:5; 1 Samuel 21:13.
יְ֭הֹוָה
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.
מִבְטַח֑/וֹ
mibṭâch
H4009
"confidence"
N-ms | Suff
Mibtach means a place of trust or confidence, like a refuge where one can feel secure and assured.
Definition: 1) trust, confidence, refuge 1a) act of confiding 1b) object of confidence 1c) state of confidence, security
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: confidence, hope, sure, trust. See also: Job 8:14; Proverbs 21:22; Psalms 40:5.
וְֽ/לֹא
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Conj | Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
פָנָ֥ה
pânâh
H6437
"Corner (Gate)"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to turn or face something, like looking at a corner or a gate. It appears in descriptions of daily life and interactions, like in Genesis and Psalms. It's about changing direction or focus.
Definition: This name means corner, to turn, to turn back Another spelling of pin.nah (פִּנָּה "Corner( Gate)" H6438)
Usage: Occurs in 128 OT verses. KJV: appear, at (even-) tide, behold, cast out, come on, [idiom] corner, dawning, empty, go away, lie, look, mark, pass away, prepare, regard, (have) respect (to), (re-) turn (aside, away, back, face, self), [idiom] right (early). See also: Genesis 18:22; 2 Kings 13:23; Psalms 25:16.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
רְ֝הָבִ֗ים
râhâb
H7295
"proud"
N-mp
This Hebrew word describes someone who is proud or defiant, like in Proverbs 21:24 where it talks about a proud and haughty man. It involves being insolent or disobedient. The prophet Jeremiah used it to describe the people's attitude.
Definition: proud, defiant
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: proud. See also: Psalms 40:5.
וְ/שָׂטֵ֥י
sûwṭ
H7750
"to swerve"
Conj | V-Qal
To swerve means to turn away from what is right, often referring to idolatry, and is used to describe those who fall away from their faith.
Definition: 1) to swerve, fall away 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to swerve, fall away 1a2) those falling away (participle)
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: turn aside to. See also: Psalms 40:5; Psalms 101:3.
כָזָֽב
kâzâb
H3577
"lie"
N-ms
A lie or falsehood is what this word represents, whether it is a literal untruth or a figurative idol, and is often used to describe the deceitful nature of humanity.
Definition: a lie, untruth, falsehood, deceptive thing
Usage: Occurs in 29 OT verses. KJV: deceitful, false, leasing, + liar, lie, lying. See also: Psalms 4:3; Proverbs 30:8; Psalms 5:7.
Study Notes — Psalms 40:5
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 40:5 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 40:5
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 40:5
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 40:5
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 40:5
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 40:5
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 40:5
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 40:5
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 40:5
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 40:5
- Sermons on Psalms 40:5
Context — I Waited Patiently for the LORD
3He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God. Many will see and fear and put their trust in the LORD.
4Blessed is the man who has made the LORD his trust, who has not turned to the proud, nor to those who lapse into falsehood.
5Many, O LORD my God, are the wonders You have done, and the plans You have for us— none can compare to You— if I proclaim and declare them, they are more than I can count.
6Sacrifice and offering You did not desire, but my ears You have opened. Burnt offerings and sin offerings You did not require. 7Then I said, “Here I am, I have come— it is written about me in the scroll:Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 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. |
| 2 | Psalms 139:17–18 | How precious to me are Your thoughts, O God, how vast is their sum! If I were to count them, they would outnumber the grains of sand; and when I awake, I am still with You. |
| 3 | Exodus 15:11 | Who among the gods is like You, O LORD? Who is like You—majestic in holiness, revered with praises, performing wonders? |
| 4 | Psalms 71:15 | My mouth will declare Your righteousness and Your salvation all day long, though I cannot know their full measure. |
| 5 | Psalms 92:5 | How great are Your works, O LORD, how deep are Your thoughts! |
| 6 | Psalms 139:6 | Such knowledge is too wonderful for me, too lofty for me to attain. |
| 7 | 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. |
| 8 | Psalms 136:4 | He alone does great wonders. His loving devotion endures forever. |
| 9 | Job 9:10 | He does great things beyond searching out, and wonders without number. |
| 10 | Job 5:9 | the One who does great and unsearchable things, wonders without number. |
Psalms 40:5 Summary
[This verse is saying that God has done so many amazing things for us, and has many more plans to bless us, as seen in Psalms 40:5. It's like trying to count the stars in the sky - there are just too many to count! When we think about all that God has done, it fills our hearts with praise and thankfulness, and reminds us of His promise in Jeremiah 29:11 to prosper us and give us hope for the future. As we reflect on God's wonders and plans, we can trust in His goodness and faithfulness, just like the psalmist in Psalms 37:3-7.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that God has 'many wonders' and 'plans' for us?
This phrase suggests that God has a multitude of amazing works and intentions for His people, as seen in Psalms 40:5, and is reminiscent of Jeremiah 29:11, where God promises to prosper and give us hope for the future.
How can we 'proclaim and declare' God's wonders and plans?
We can share God's works and promises with others through our words and actions, as encouraged in Matthew 28:19-20, where Jesus commands us to make disciples and teach them about Him.
Why does the verse say that God's wonders and plans are 'more than I can count'?
This phrase emphasizes the vastness and abundance of God's works and intentions, much like what is described in Psalms 139:17-18, where the psalmist is in awe of God's thoughts towards him.
How does this verse relate to our trust in God?
The verse is connected to the idea of trusting in God, as seen in Psalms 40:4, where it says that blessed is the man who has made the LORD his trust, and is a reminder that our trust in God is rooted in His faithful character and abundant promises, as seen in Psalms 37:3-7.
Reflection Questions
- What are some of the 'wonders' that God has done in my life, and how can I share them with others?
- How can I cultivate a deeper trust in God's plans for my life, even when I don't understand what's happening?
- What are some ways that I can 'proclaim and declare' God's wonders and plans to those around me, and what might be the impact on my relationships and community?
- In what ways do I see God's wonders and plans unfolding in my life, and how can I respond with gratitude and obedience?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 40:5
Many, O Lord my God, [are] thy wonderful works [which] thou hast done,.... This is the "new song", as Aben Ezra rightly observes, which is said in Psalms 40:3, to be put in the mouth of the Messiah;
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 40:5
Many, O LORD my God, are thy wonderful works which thou hast done, and thy thoughts which are to us-ward: they cannot be reckoned up in order unto thee: if I would declare and speak of them, they are more than can be numbered.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 40:5
Thy wonderful works; for which I and the rest of thy people, included in the pronoun plural us, have abundant cause to praise thee, and to trust in thee, as was said, ; and by which it will appear that he that trusteth in thee is in a most blessed and safe condition, as he said, . And this verse, wherein he passeth from the singular number to the plural, may seem to be interposed as a wall of partition, between that which David speaks in his own person, and that which he speaks in the person of the Messias, in the following verses. Thy thoughts, i.e. thy gracious counsels or contrivances. To us-ward, i.e. to me and to the rest of thy people, with whom David oft joins himself in this book. But these words may be, and are by some, joined to the following words, and the place thus rendered: It is not with us, or in our power, i.e. it passeth our skill, (and reach,) to order or to reckon them up in order unto thee, because indeed they are innumerable, and therefore cannot be digested into any order. If I would declare; so the particle if or when is wanting, and to be supplied here, as it is , and in many other places. Heb. yet I will declare and speak, to wit, some part of them; which accordingly he doth in the following verses. They are more than can be numbered; although I am not able to express or reckon them all.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 40:5
Psalms 40:5 Many, O LORD my God, [are] thy wonderful works [which] thou hast done, and thy thoughts [which are] to us-ward: they cannot be reckoned up in order unto thee: [if] I would declare and speak [of them], they are more than can be numbered.Ver. 5. Many, O Lord my God, are thy works which thou hast done] Many and great, and all for them that trust in thee; who therefore must needs be blessed, as Psalms 40:4. And thy thoughts which are to us-ward] Thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give us an expected end, Jeremiah 29:11. They cannot be reckoned up in order unto thee] No, nor yet out of order; and yet we must be reckoning and relating them as we are able, to God, and men, by speaking good of his name; and at this David was old excellent, as we say. If I should declare and speak of them] By wholesale we must do it, though we cannot so well by retail; particulars also must be instanced, as Moses doth to Jethro, Exodus 18:7-8, and for that end catalogues must be kept. See one Judges 10:11-12.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 40:5
(5) Many, O Lord.—Better, “In numbers hast Thou made, Thou Jehovah my God, Wonderful deeds and purposes for us. There is nothing comparable to Thee. . . . Would I declare, would I speak, They are too many to number.” For the third clause, “There is nothing comparable with Thee,” which is the rendering of the LXX., Vulg. and Syriac, comp. Isaiah 40:17.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 40:5
Verse 5. Many - are thy wonderful works] The psalmist seems here astonished and confounded at the counsels, loving-kindnesses, and marvellous works of the Lord, not in nature, but in grace; for it was the mercy of God towards himself that he had now particularly in view.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 40:5
5. Abundantly hast Thou wrought, even Thou, O Jehovah my God, Thy marvellous works and Thy thoughts to us-ward: There is none to be compared unto Thee. Multa fecisti tu Domine Deus meus mirabilia tua et cogitationes tuas pro nobis. Jerome. Thou is emphatic. Jehovah is contrasted with all such objects of reliance as those mentioned in the preceding verse. His ‘marvellous works’ (Psalms 9:1 note) are the embodiment of His ‘thoughts’ or purposes of love toward His people. Cp. Psalms 92:5; Isaiah 55:8-9; Jeremiah 29:11. The rendering of R.V. marg., there is none to be compared unto thee, an exclamation of reverent wonder (cp.
Psalms 89:6; Psalms 71:9), is decidedly preferable to that of the A.V., and that of R.V. text, they cannot be set in order unto thee. The P.B.V. and yet there is no man that ordereth them unto thee (cp. Isaiah 40:14) is improbable. they are moe than can be numbered] Or, than I can tell of (Psalms 26:7). Moe as the comparative of many is an archaism which has disappeared from modern editions of the Bible. The word for they are more may mean they are mightier. Their number and their greatness alike baffle human powers to celebrate. Cp. John 21:25.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 40:5
Many, O Lord my God, are thy wonderful works which thou hast done - literally, “Many (things), O Lord my God, hast thou done; thy wonderful things and thy thoughts toward us, it is not (possible) to
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 40:5
5. Thy wonderful works—Both in nature and providence. Works are his developed thoughts, or plans; while thoughts are his devices, which are reserved for accomplishment in their time, and which we know only in their fulfilment.
Sermons on Psalms 40:5
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Knowing the Mind of Christ by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the need for a generation that will walk with God and allow Him to be in control. He highlights the importance of obedience and starting smal |
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(The Church in the Last Days) 01 - Tree of Life or Tree of Death by Milton Green | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of opposing and exposing the powers of darkness in our lives. He encourages listeners to question old traditions and teaching |
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Delight Ourselves in the Lord by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith encourages listeners to delight themselves in the Lord and put their trust in Him. He emphasizes the power of God to transform lives and bring pe |
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Book of Acts Series - Part 40 | the Plan by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the pastor emphasizes the importance of having a plan in various aspects of life. He highlights how society operates with plans in businesses, universities, and eve |
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Week of Meetings 1974-02 Romans 1:21 by James R. Cochrane | In this sermon, the speaker begins by referencing 2 Timothy 3:1, which warns of perilous times in the last days where people will be lovers of themselves and money. The speaker the |
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If My Words Abide in You by John Piper | This sermon emphasizes the importance of memorizing scripture to deepen understanding, strengthen faith, shape worldview, overcome temptation, guard the mind, and minister to other |
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The Musts of Christ’s Career by Ian Paisley | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being about God's business. He highlights that Jesus Christ accomplished his father's business through preaching the Gospe |