Psalms 54:4
Psalms 54:4 in Multiple Translations
Surely God is my helper; the Lord is the sustainer of my soul.
Behold, God is mine helper: the Lord is with them that uphold my soul.
Behold, God is my helper: The Lord is of them that uphold my soul.
See, God is my helper: the Lord is the great supporter of my soul.
But God helps me; the Lord saves my life!
Beholde, God is mine helper: the Lord is with them that vpholde my soule.
Lo, God [is] a helper to me, The Lord [is] with those supporting my soul,
Behold, God is my helper. The Lord is the one who sustains my soul.
Behold, God is my helper: the LORD is with them that uphold my soul.
At the voice of the enemy, and at the tribulation of the sinner. For they have cast iniquities upon me: and in wrath they were troublesome to me.
But God is the one who helps me; Yahweh defends/protects me from my enemies.
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Psalms 54:4 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אֱ֭לֹהִים
שְׁמַ֣ע
תְּפִלָּתִ֑/י
הַ֝אֲזִ֗ינָ/ה
לְ/אִמְרֵי
פִֽ/י
אֱ֭לֹהִים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
N-mp
שְׁמַ֣ע
shâmaʻ
H8085
to hear
V-Qal-Impv-2ms
תְּפִלָּתִ֑/י
tᵉphillâh
H8605
prayer
N-fs | Suff
הַ֝אֲזִ֗ינָ/ה
ʼâzan
H238
to listen
V-Hiphil-Impv-2ms | Suff
לְ/אִמְרֵי
ʼêmer
H561
word
Prep | N-mp
פִֽ/י
peh
H6310
lip
N-ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 54:4
אֱ֭לֹהִים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
"God"
N-mp
The Hebrew word for God, elohim, refers to the one supreme God, and is sometimes used to show respect to judges or magistrates. It is also used to describe angels or mighty beings. This word is closely related to the name of the Lord, Yahweh, and is often translated as God or gods in the Bible.
Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.
שְׁמַ֣ע
shâmaʻ
H8085
"to hear"
V-Qal-Impv-2ms
To hear and listen is what this Hebrew word means, often implying attention and obedience. In Exodus and Deuteronomy, it is used when God speaks to the people, and they must listen and obey.
Definition: : hear v 1) to hear, listen to, obey 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to hear (perceive by ear) 1a2) to hear of or concerning 1a3) to hear (have power to hear) 1a4) to hear with attention or interest, listen to 1a5) to understand (language) 1a6) to hear (of judicial cases) 1a7) to listen, give heed 1a7a) to consent, agree 1a7b) to grant request 1a8) to listen to, yield to 1a9) to obey, be obedient 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be heard (of voice or sound) 1b2) to be heard of 1b3) to be regarded, be obeyed 1c) (Piel) to cause to hear, call to hear, summon 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to hear, tell, proclaim, utter a sound 1d2) to sound aloud (musical term) 1d3) to make proclamation, summon 1d4) to cause to be heard n m 2) sound
Usage: Occurs in 1072 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] attentively, call (gather) together, [idiom] carefully, [idiom] certainly, consent, consider, be content, declare, [idiom] diligently, discern, give ear, (cause to, let, make to) hear(-ken, tell), [idiom] indeed, listen, make (a) noise, (be) obedient, obey, perceive, (make a) proclaim(-ation), publish, regard, report, shew (forth), (make a) sound, [idiom] surely, tell, understand, whosoever (heareth), witness. See also: Genesis 3:8; Exodus 32:18; Deuteronomy 27:9.
תְּפִלָּתִ֑/י
tᵉphillâh
H8605
"prayer"
N-fs | Suff
In the Bible, this word means prayer or supplication, often used to describe requests to God. It appears in many Psalms, highlighting the importance of prayer in worship.
Definition: 1) prayer 1a) prayer 1b) pray a prayer 1c) house of prayer 1d) hear prayer 1e) in Ps titles (of poetic or liturgical prayer)
Usage: Occurs in 71 OT verses. KJV: prayer. See also: 2 Samuel 7:27; Psalms 66:19; Psalms 4:2.
הַ֝אֲזִ֗ינָ/ה
ʼâzan
H238
"to listen"
V-Hiphil-Impv-2ms | Suff
To listen or hear is the meaning of this Hebrew word, often implying obedience or paying attention to what is being said, as in 1 Kings 3:9.
Definition: 1) to hear, listen 1a) (Hiphil) 1a1) to hear, listen, give ear 1a2) to be obedient, harken 1a3) to hear or listen to prayers (of God)
Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: give (perceive by the) ear, hear(-ken). See H239 (אָזַן). See also: Genesis 4:23; Psalms 77:2; Psalms 5:2.
לְ/אִמְרֵי
ʼêmer
H561
"word"
Prep | N-mp
This Hebrew word refers to a word or speech, like a promise or command from God. It is used in books like Genesis and Exodus to describe God's conversations with people.
Definition: utterance, speech, word, saying, promise, command
Usage: Occurs in 47 OT verses. KJV: answer, [idiom] appointed unto him, saying, speech, word. See also: Genesis 49:21; Psalms 141:6; Psalms 5:2.
פִֽ/י
peh
H6310
"lip"
N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word refers to the mouth, lips, or edge of something, and can also mean a portion or side of something. It is often used to describe speech or the act of speaking. This word appears in various forms, such as mouth, lip, or edge.
Definition: : lip/mouth peh 1) mouth 1a) mouth (of man) 1b) mouth (as organ of speech) 1c) mouth (of animals) 1d) mouth, opening, orifice (of a well, river, etc) 1e) extremity, end pim 2) a weight equal to one third of a shekel, occurs only in 1Sa 13:21
Usage: Occurs in 460 OT verses. KJV: accord(-ing as, -ing to), after, appointment, assent, collar, command(-ment), [idiom] eat, edge, end, entry, [phrase] file, hole, [idiom] in, mind, mouth, part, portion, [idiom] (should) say(-ing), sentence, skirt, sound, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, tenor, [idiom] to, [phrase] two-edged, wish, word. See also: Genesis 4:11; Deuteronomy 21:17; Ezra 9:11.
Study Notes — Psalms 54:4
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- Psalms 54:4 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 54:4
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 54:4
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 54:4
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 54:4
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 54:4
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 54:4
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 54:4
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 54:4
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 54:4
- Sermons on Psalms 54:4
Context — Save Me by Your Name
2Hear my prayer, O God; listen to the words of my mouth.
3For strangers rise up against me, and ruthless men seek my life— men with no regard for God. Selah
4Surely God is my helper; the Lord is the sustainer of my soul.
5He will reward my enemies with evil. In Your faithfulness, destroy them. 6Freely I will sacrifice to You; I will praise Your name, O LORD, for it is good.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Hebrews 13:6 | So we say with confidence: “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?” |
| 2 | Psalms 118:6–7 | The LORD is on my side; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me? The LORD is on my side; He is my helper. Therefore I will look in triumph on those who hate me. |
| 3 | Isaiah 41:10 | Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My right hand of righteousness. |
| 4 | Romans 8:31 | What then shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? |
| 5 | Psalms 118:13 | I was pushed so hard I was falling, but the LORD helped me. |
| 6 | 1 Chronicles 12:18 | Then the Spirit came upon Amasai, the chief of the Thirty, and he said: “We are yours, O David! We are with you, O son of Jesse! Peace, peace to you, and peace to your helpers, for your God helps you.” So David received them and made them leaders of his troops. |
| 7 | Isaiah 42:1 | “Here is My Servant, whom I uphold, My Chosen One, in whom My soul delights. I will put My Spirit on Him, and He will bring justice to the nations. |
| 8 | Isaiah 50:7–9 | Because the Lord GOD helps Me, I have not been disgraced; therefore I have set My face like flint, and I know that I will not be put to shame. The One who vindicates Me is near. Who will dare to contend with Me? Let us confront each other! Who has a case against Me? Let him approach Me! Surely the Lord GOD helps Me. Who is there to condemn Me? See, they will all wear out like a garment; the moths will devour them. |
| 9 | Psalms 41:12 | In my integrity You uphold me and set me in Your presence forever. |
Psalms 54:4 Summary
[Psalms 54:4 reminds us that God is always available to help us, no matter what we're going through, just like it says in Psalms 121:2 that our help comes from the Lord. When we're facing tough situations, we can trust that God will support and care for us. This means we can have peace and confidence, knowing that God is on our side, as seen in Romans 8:31, which asks, 'If God is for us, who can be against us?']
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that God is my helper in Psalms 54:4?
In Psalms 54:4, God being our helper means He assists and supports us in times of need, as seen in Psalms 121:2, which says 'My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth.'
How does the Lord sustain my soul as mentioned in Psalms 54:4?
The Lord sustains our souls by providing spiritual nourishment and comfort, as seen in Matthew 11:28-30, where Jesus invites us to come to Him for rest and relief.
What is the significance of saying 'Surely God is my helper' in Psalms 54:4?
Declaring 'Surely God is my helper' is an expression of faith and trust in God's power and presence in our lives, much like in Romans 8:28, where we are reminded that God works all things for our good.
How can I apply Psalms 54:4 to my life when facing challenges?
We can apply Psalms 54:4 by remembering that God is always with us and available to help, just as Hebrews 13:5-6 reminds us that God will never leave or forsake us, and we can confidently say, 'The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid.'
Reflection Questions
- What are some specific challenges I am facing right now where I need to remember that God is my helper?
- How can I practically trust God to sustain my soul in times of trouble or uncertainty?
- In what ways have I seen God's help and sustenance in my life in the past, and how can I reflect on those experiences to deepen my faith?
- What would it look like for me to 'freely sacrifice' to God, as mentioned in the surrounding verse Psalms 54:6, and how can I express my gratitude to Him?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 54:4
Behold, God [is] mine helper,.... This being a matter of wonder to be helped in so extraordinary a manner, and a sure and certain case, and what was deserving the attention of others; for the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 54:4
Behold, God is mine helper: the Lord is with them that uphold my soul. Behold.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 54:4
Behold; consider it, and see the vanity of all your wicked practices against me. The Lord is with them that uphold my soul; he fights for them, and on my behalf, and therefore against all mine enemies.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 54:4
Psalms 54:4 Behold, God [is] mine helper: the Lord [is] with them that uphold my soul.Ver. 4. Behold, God is mine helper] And that mine enemies might have seen, had they set God before them. The Dutch have a proverb, Where God hath a mind to destroy a man, he first putteth out his eyes. The Lord is with them that uphold my soul] That favour my righteous cause, and wish my welfare, as doth Jonathan, and the rest that fear God; who although they be but few and feeble in comparison, yet they have God with them and for them ( non interfuit modo, sed etiam praefuit), and how many do you reckon him for? as Antigonus once said. David was environed, and in great danger to be surprised; but God rescued him by an invasion of the Philistines, 1 Samuel 23:27-28. The Lord knoweth how to deliver his, 2 Peter 2:9 R. Moses expounded it, God is loco omnium, et super omnes, instead of all, and above all.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 54:4
(4) With them . . .—Better, is a supporter of my life. So LXX. and Vulgate.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 54:4
Verse 4. Behold, God is mine helper] This would naturally occur to him when he saw that Saul was obliged to leave the pursuit, and go to defend his territories, when he was on the very point of seizing him. God, whose providence is ever watchful, had foreseen this danger, and stirred up the Philistines to make this inroad just at the time in which Saul and his army were about to lay hands on David. Well might he then say, "Behold, God is mine helper." Is with them, that uphold my soul.] נפשי naphshi, my life. This may even refer to the Philistines, who had at this time made an inroad on Israel. God was even with his own enemies, by making them instruments to save the life of his servant.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 54:4
4–7. A confident expectation of deliverance and vow of thanksgiving.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 54:4
Behold, God is mine helper - That is, God alone can aid me in these circumstances, and to him I confidently look.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 54:4
4. Behold, God is mine helper—From the treachery and enmity of men the psalmist turns in confidence to God. Help, here, literally means to surround, as if to protect on all sides.
Sermons on Psalms 54:4
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Separated From Lot by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the necessity of separation from worldly influences, using the story of Abraham and Lot to illustrate how God can transform unworthy materials into vessels of |
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God Is Mine Helper by Joshua Daniel | Joshua Daniel preaches on the story of David seeking God's help in the midst of great difficulties, highlighting the importance of trusting in God as our ultimate helper even when |
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Letter 9 by James Bourne | James Bourne expresses gratitude for the lovingkindness of God, finding comfort and assurance in God's everlasting love during tumultuous times. He reflects on the peace and suppor |
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Let Compassion Swallow Your Fear by Ray Comfort | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal story about injuring his arm while running to the house. Despite the pain, he continued to preach the gospel with his son-in-law outsi |
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Facing Your Fears - Part 1 by Danny Bond | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the story of Jesus sending his disciples into a boat and commanding them to go to the other side of the lake. The disciples obey Jesus and be |
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Faith That Overcomes by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of faith, overcoming through faith, confessing God's promises, and living a life surrendered to God. It highlights the victory in overcoming b |
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Through the Bible - Hebrews - Part 4 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of striving against sin, just as Jesus did. He encourages the listeners to have an attitude of being willing to shed their bl |