Psalms 41:12
Psalms 41:12 in Multiple Translations
In my integrity You uphold me and set me in Your presence forever.
And as for me, thou upholdest me in mine integrity, and settest me before thy face for ever.
And as for me, thou upholdest me in mine integrity, And settest me before thy face for ever.
And as for me, you are my support in my righteousness, giving me a place before your face for ever.
You have supported me because of my integrity, you have brought me into your presence forever.
And as for me, thou vpholdest me in mine integritie, and doest set me before thy face for euer.
As to me, in mine integrity, Thou hast taken hold upon me, And causest me to stand before Thee to the age.
As for me, you uphold me in my integrity, and set me in your presence forever.
And as for me, thou upholdest me in my integrity, and settest me before thy face for ever.
Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why dost thou disquiet me? Hope thou in God, for I will still give praise to him: the salvation of my countenance, and my God.
I will know that it is because I have done what is right that you have helped me, and I will know that you will let me be with you forever.
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Psalms 41:12 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בְּ/זֹ֣את
יָ֭דַעְתִּי
כִּֽי
חָפַ֣צְתָּ
בִּ֑/י
כִּ֤י
לֹֽא
יָרִ֖יעַ
אֹיְבִ֣/י
עָלָֽ/י
בְּ/זֹ֣את
zôʼth
H2063
this
Prep | Pron
יָ֭דַעְתִּי
yâdaʻ
H3045
to know
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
חָפַ֣צְתָּ
châphêts
H2654
to delight in
V-Qal-Perf-2ms
בִּ֑/י
Prep | Suff
כִּ֤י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
לֹֽא
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
יָרִ֖יעַ
rûwaʻ
H7321
to shout
V-Hiphil-Imperf-3ms
אֹיְבִ֣/י
ʼôyêb
H341
enemy
V-Qal | Suff
עָלָֽ/י
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 41:12
בְּ/זֹ֣את
zôʼth
H2063
"this"
Prep | Pron
This Hebrew word means this or that, often used to point out something specific. It appears in various forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: 1) this, this one, here, which, this...that, the one...the other, such 1a) (alone) 1a1) this one 1a2) this...that, the one...the other, another 1b) (appos to subst) 1b1) this 1c) (as predicate) 1c1) this, such 1d) (enclitically) 1d1) then 1d2) who, whom 1d3) how now, what now 1d4) what now 1d5) wherefore now 1d6) behold here 1d7) just now 1d8) now, now already 1e) (poetry) 1e1) wherein, which, those who 1f) (with prefixes) 1f1) in this (place) here, then 1f2) on these conditions, herewith, thus provided, by, through this, for this cause, in this matter 1f3) thus and thus 1f4) as follows, things such as these, accordingly, to that effect, in like manner, thus and thus 1f5) from here, hence, on one side...on the other side 1f6) on this account 1f7) in spite of this, which, whence, how
Usage: Occurs in 570 OT verses. KJV: hereby (-in, -with), it, likewise, the one (other, same), she, so (much), such (deed), that, therefore, these, this (thing), thus. See also: Genesis 2:23; Numbers 7:88; Judges 1:27.
יָ֭דַעְתִּי
yâdaʻ
H3045
"to know"
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
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.
כִּֽי
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.
חָפַ֣צְתָּ
châphêts
H2654
"to delight in"
V-Qal-Perf-2ms
This verb means to be pleased with something or someone. In the Bible, it describes God's delight in his people and their desire to follow him, like in Psalm 51.
Definition: 1) to delight in, take pleasure in, desire, be pleased with 1a) (Qal) 1a1) of men 1a1a) to take pleasure in, delight in 1a1b) to delight, desire, be pleased to do 1a2) of God 1a2a) to delight in, have pleasure in 1a2b) to be pleased to do
Usage: Occurs in 71 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] any at all, (have, take) delight, desire, favour, like, move, be (well) pleased, have pleasure, will, would. See also: Genesis 34:19; Psalms 51:21; Psalms 18:20.
בִּ֑/י
""
Prep | Suff
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.
לֹֽא
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
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.
יָרִ֖יעַ
rûwaʻ
H7321
"to shout"
V-Hiphil-Imperf-3ms
This word means to shout or make a loud noise, like a war cry or a joyful sound. In Numbers 10:9, the Israelites would shout to sound the alarm for war or to signal a gathering. It is about making a loud noise to get attention.
Definition: 1) to shout, raise a sound, cry out, give a blast 1a) (Hiphil) 1a1) to shout a war-cry or alarm of battle 1a2) to sound a signal for war or march 1a3) to shout in triumph (over enemies) 1a4) to shout in applause 1a5) to shout (with religious impulse) 1a6) to cry out in distress 1b) (Polal) to utter a shout 1c) (Hithpolel) 1c1) to shout in triumph 1c2) to shout for joy 2) (Niphal) destroyed
Usage: Occurs in 40 OT verses. KJV: blow an alarm, cry (alarm, aloud, out), destroy, make a joyful noise, smart, shout (for joy), sound an alarm, triumph. See also: Numbers 10:7; Psalms 60:10; Psalms 41:12.
אֹיְבִ֣/י
ʼôyêb
H341
"enemy"
V-Qal | Suff
This Hebrew word means enemy or adversary, referring to someone who hates or opposes another person or nation. It is used to describe personal or national enemies in the Bible.
Definition: 1) (Qal) enemy 1a) personal 1b) national
Usage: Occurs in 275 OT verses. KJV: enemy, foe. See also: Genesis 22:17; 2 Samuel 22:1; Psalms 3:8.
עָלָֽ/י
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
Study Notes — Psalms 41:12
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 41:12 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 41:12
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 41:12
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 41:12
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 41:12
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 41:12
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 41:12
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 41:12
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 41:12
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 41:12
- Sermons on Psalms 41:12
Context — Victory over Betrayal
10But You, O LORD, be gracious to me and raise me up, that I may repay them.
11By this I know that You delight in me, for my enemy does not triumph over me.
12In my integrity You uphold me and set me in Your presence forever.
13Blessed be the LORD, the God of Israel, from everlasting to everlasting. Amen and Amen.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Job 36:7 | He does not take His eyes off the righteous, but He enthrones them with kings and exalts them forever. |
| 2 | Psalms 73:23–24 | Yet I am always with You; You hold my right hand. You guide me with Your counsel, and later receive me in glory. |
| 3 | Psalms 37:17 | For the arms of the wicked will be broken, but the LORD upholds the righteous. |
| 4 | Psalms 34:15 | The eyes of the LORD are on the righteous, and His ears are inclined to their cry. |
| 5 | Psalms 63:8 | My soul clings to You; Your right hand upholds me. |
| 6 | John 17:24 | Father, I want those You have given Me to be with Me where I am, that they may see the glory You gave Me because You loved Me before the foundation of the world. |
| 7 | Psalms 25:21 | May integrity and uprightness preserve me, because I wait for You. |
| 8 | Psalms 94:18 | If I say, “My foot is slipping,” Your loving devotion, O LORD, supports me. |
| 9 | Psalms 16:11 | You have made known to me the path of life; You will fill me with joy in Your presence, with eternal pleasures at Your right hand. |
| 10 | Psalms 17:15 | As for me, I will behold Your face in righteousness; when I awake, I will be satisfied in Your presence. |
Psalms 41:12 Summary
This verse means that when we live with integrity, God will support and strengthen us, and we will have a special place in His presence forever. Living with integrity means being honest and doing what is right, even when it's hard, as seen in Psalms 37:37. When we do this, God is pleased with us, and we can trust that He will always be with us, as promised in Matthew 28:20. By living a life of integrity, we can experience the joy and peace of being in God's presence, and we can look forward to being with Him forever.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be 'upheld' by God in Psalms 41:12?
To be upheld by God means He sustains and strengthens us, as seen in Psalms 37:24, where it says 'though he falls, he will not be cast headlong, for the LORD upholds him with His hand.'
How does our integrity affect our relationship with God?
Our integrity is essential in our walk with God, as it reflects our commitment to living according to His will, and as Proverbs 10:9 says, 'Whoever walks in integrity walks securely, but he who makes his ways crooked will be found out.'
What does it mean to be 'set in God's presence forever'?
Being set in God's presence forever means we will have eternal fellowship with Him, as seen in Psalms 16:11, where it says 'in Your presence is fullness of joy; at Your right hand are pleasures forevermore.'
How can we apply the concept of integrity in our daily lives?
We can apply the concept of integrity by living a life that is pleasing to God, being honest and transparent in all our dealings, and as Colossians 3:23-24 says, 'Whatever you do, do your work heartily, as for the Lord rather than for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward.'
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need God's upholding and strength?
- How can I cultivate integrity in my daily life, and what are the benefits of doing so?
- What does it mean for me to be 'set in God's presence forever', and how can I deepen my understanding of this concept?
- In what ways can I demonstrate my gratitude to God for His presence and upholding in my life?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 41:12
And as for me, thou upholdest me in mine integrity,.... In the innocence of his nature, being free from sin, original and actual; in the uprightness of his life and conversation before God and men;
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 41:12
And as for me, thou upholdest me in mine integrity, and settest me before thy face for ever. And as for me - in contrast to the doomed "enemy" (Psalms 41:11).
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 41:12
In mine integrity; as I have kept my integrity, so thou hast kept me in and with it. Or, for mine integrity; because thou hast seen my innocency, notwithstanding all the calumnies of mine enemies; and thou hast promised and usest to afford thy protection to the innocent and upright. Settest me before thy face for ever; or, hast confirmed or established me in thy presence (i.e. either under thine eye and special care; or to minister unto thee, not only in thy temple, but as a king over thy people, or in that land, where thou art peculiarly present) for ever; either, 1. Properly; and so this was done to David, either in his own person, partly here, and partly in the next life; or in regard of his posterity, in whom the kingdom was established for ever. Or, 2. For my whole life, or for a long time, as that phrase is commonly used.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 41:12
Psalms 41:12 And as for me, thou upholdest me in mine integrity, and settest me before thy face for ever.Ver. 12. And as for me, thou upholdest me in mine integrity] Which earth and hell had conspired to rob me of, but in vain, through thy help. My shield is yet in safety. My faith faileth me not, nor yet mine innocence in regard of men, or the righteousness of my cause. And settest me before thy face for ever] So that, being never out of thy sight, I cannot possibly be out of thy mind. Confer 1 Kings 17:1.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 41:12
(12) Thou upholdest.—Here we seem to have the acknowledgment that the prayer just uttered is answered.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 41:12
Verse 12. Thou upholdest me] I am still enabled to show that my heart was upright before God. Settest me before thy face for ever.] Thou showest that thou dost approve of me: that I stand in thy presence, under the smiles of thy approbation. This also has been applied to our Lord, and considered as pointing out his mediatorial office at the right hand of God.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 41:12
12. Cp. Psalms 26:11; Psalms 63:8. Thou upholdest (lit. hast upheld) is either a reference to past mercies, or more probably a retrospect from the standpoint of deliverance granted. In mine integrity is no contradiction to Psalms 41:4. Integrity (Psalms 7:8; Psalms 15:2) is not synonymous with sinlessness. and settest me before thy face for ever] His enemies hope that his name will perish. He knows that he will be admitted to stand in the presence of the King of Kings. Cp. Psalms 11:7 (note); Psalms 16:11; Psalms 17:15; Psalms 61:7; and the fundamental promise in 2 Samuel 7:16 (read before me with LXX). Thus the first book of the Psalter ends with a hope, destined to be illuminated with a new light by the revelation of the Gospel.
See Revelation 22:4.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 41:12
And as for me - literally, “and I;” as if there were some verb understood. The reference is turned on himself; on all that was suggested by this train of remark as bearing on himself.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 41:12
12. And as for me—Literally, And I. The “I” is emphatic, as in Psalms 41:4. He contrasts God’s treatment towards him with that of his enemies, whom God had doomed to destruction.
Sermons on Psalms 41:12
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Rev. 22:4. the Vision of God by Horatius Bonar | Horatius Bonar preaches on Revelation 22:4, emphasizing the profound joy and honor of seeing God's face in the new Jerusalem, a place devoid of sin, sorrow, and death. He describes |
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(Through the Bible) Job 31-37 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker shares a story about an interesting individual who was obsessed with timing everything. It is later revealed that this person was a bank robber and had |
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Fears Unlimited by Bill McLeod | In this sermon, the speaker addresses various fears that people may have in their lives. He mentions the fear of standing on God's promises and the fear of what lies ahead. The spe |
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The Righteous Ennobled and Exalted by Thomas Bradbury | Thomas Bradbury preaches about the book of Job, emphasizing the importance of discerning between the opinions of man and the declarations of God within the text. He highlights the |
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(How to Understand the Kjv Bible) 27 Psalm 73 by Keith Simons | Keith Simons explores Psalm 73, where Asaph grapples with the apparent prosperity of the wicked compared to the struggles of the righteous. Asaph confesses his envy towards the see |
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How God Guides by R.A. Torrey | R.A. Torrey emphasizes the profound assurance found in God's guidance, as expressed in Psalm 73:23-24, where God holds us by the right hand and leads us with His counsel. He outlin |
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Realizing the Divine Presence by Thomas Reade | Thomas Reade preaches about the importance of realizing the divine presence in our lives, finding rest and guidance in God's care, and trusting in His providence and promises. He e |