Psalms 72:12
Psalms 72:12 in Multiple Translations
For he will deliver the needy who cry out and the afflicted who have no helper.
For he shall deliver the needy when he crieth; the poor also, and him that hath no helper.
For he will deliver the needy when he crieth, And the poor, that hath no helper.
For he will be a saviour to the poor in answer to his cry; and to him who is in need, without a helper.
He will help the poor when they cry out to him, and help those who are suffering that have no one to support them.
For he shall deliuer the poore when he cryeth: the needie also, and him that hath no helper.
For he delivereth the needy who crieth, And the poor when he hath no helper,
For he will deliver the needy when he cries; the poor, who has no helper.
For he shall deliver the needy when he crieth; the poor also, and him that hath no helper.
Behold these are sinners; and yet abounding in the world they have obtained riches.
They will rescue poor people when they ◄cry out/plead► for help, and help those who are needy and those who have no one to help them.
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Psalms 72:12 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כִּֽי
יַ֭צִּיל
אֶבְי֣וֹן
מְשַׁוֵּ֑עַ
וְ֝/עָנִ֗י
וְֽ/אֵין
עֹזֵ֥ר
לֽ/וֹ
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
יַ֭צִּיל
nâtsal
H5337
to rescue
V-Hiphil-Imperf-3ms
אֶבְי֣וֹן
ʼebyôwn
H34
needy
Adj
מְשַׁוֵּ֑עַ
shâvaʻ
H7768
to cry
V-Piel
וְ֝/עָנִ֗י
ʻânîy
H6041
afflicted
Conj | Adj
וְֽ/אֵין
ʼayin
H369
nothing
Conj | Part
עֹזֵ֥ר
ʻâzar
H5826
to help
V-Qal
לֽ/וֹ
Prep | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 72:12
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.
יַ֭צִּיל
nâtsal
H5337
"to rescue"
V-Hiphil-Imperf-3ms
To rescue means to snatch away or deliver from danger. It can also mean to strip or plunder, depending on the context, and appears in various forms throughout the Bible.
Definition: 1) to snatch away, deliver, rescue, save, strip, plunder 1a)(Niphal) 1a1) to tear oneself away, deliver oneself 1a2) to be torn out or away, be delivered 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to strip off, spoil 1b2) to deliver 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to take away, snatch away 1c2) to rescue, recover 1c3) to deliver (from enemies or troubles or death) 1c4) to deliver from sin and guilt 1d) (Hophal) to be plucked out 1e) (Hithpael) to strip oneself Aramaic equivalent: ne.tsal (נְצַל "to rescue" H5338)
Usage: Occurs in 194 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] at all, defend, deliver (self), escape, [idiom] without fail, part, pluck, preserve, recover, rescue, rid, save, spoil, strip, [idiom] surely, take (out). See also: Genesis 31:9; Psalms 40:14; Psalms 7:2.
אֶבְי֣וֹן
ʼebyôwn
H34
"needy"
Adj
This Hebrew word describes someone who is needy or poor, often oppressed and in need of help from God. It appears in the Bible to describe those who are vulnerable and in need of deliverance. In the KJV, it is translated as beggar, needy, or poor man.
Definition: 1) in want, needy, chiefly poor, needy person 2) subject to oppression and abuse 3) needing help, deliverance from trouble, especially as delivered by God 4) general reference to lowest class
Usage: Occurs in 58 OT verses. KJV: beggar, needy, poor (man). See also: Exodus 23:6; Psalms 107:41; Psalms 9:19.
מְשַׁוֵּ֑עַ
shâvaʻ
H7768
"to cry"
V-Piel
To cry out in the original Hebrew means to shout for help or freedom from trouble. This verb is used to describe calling out for assistance in times of need.
Definition: (Piel) to cry out (for help), shout
Usage: Occurs in 21 OT verses. KJV: cry (aloud, out), shout. See also: Job 19:7; Psalms 22:25; Psalms 18:7.
וְ֝/עָנִ֗י
ʻânîy
H6041
"afflicted"
Conj | Adj
This word describes someone who is depressed, humble, or weak, often due to difficult circumstances, as described in the Psalms and other biblical books.
Definition: 1) poor, afflicted, humble, wretched 1a) poor, needy 1b) poor and weak 1c) poor, weak, afflicted, wretched 1d) humble, lowly
Usage: Occurs in 77 OT verses. KJV: afflicted, humble, lowly, needy, poor. See also: Exodus 22:24; Psalms 88:16; Psalms 9:13.
וְֽ/אֵין
ʼayin
H369
"nothing"
Conj | Part
This word means nothing or not, often used to indicate the absence of something, as in Genesis 1:2 where the earth was without form. It emphasizes the idea of something lacking or non-existent.
Definition: 1) nothing, not, nought n 1a) nothing, nought neg 1b) not 1c) to have not (of possession) adv 1d) without w/prep 1e) for lack of
Usage: Occurs in 686 OT verses. KJV: else, except, fail, (father-) less, be gone, in(-curable), neither, never, no (where), none, nor, (any, thing), not, nothing, to nought, past, un(-searchable), well-nigh, without. Compare H370 (אַיִן). See also: Genesis 2:5; Deuteronomy 14:27; 1 Kings 15:22.
עֹזֵ֥ר
ʻâzar
H5826
"to help"
V-Qal
To help or aid is the meaning of this Hebrew word, used to describe God's protection or assistance. It is used in the Psalms to express trust in God's help and in the book of Exodus to describe God's aid to the Israelites.
Definition: 1) to help, succour, support 1a) (Qal) to help 1b) (Niphal) to be helped 1c) (Hiphil) to help
Usage: Occurs in 77 OT verses. KJV: help, succour. See also: Genesis 49:25; Job 26:2; Psalms 10:14.
לֽ/וֹ
""
Prep | Suff
Study Notes — Psalms 72:12
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 72:12 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 72:12
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 72:12
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 72:12
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 72:12
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 72:12
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 72:12
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 72:12
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 72:12
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 72:12
- Sermons on Psalms 72:12
Context — Endow the King with Your Justice
10May the kings of Tarshish and distant shores bring tribute; may the kings of Sheba and Seba offer gifts.
11May all kings bow down to him and all nations serve him.
12For he will deliver the needy who cry out and the afflicted who have no helper.
13He will take pity on the poor and needy and save the lives of the oppressed. 14He will redeem them from oppression and violence, for their blood is precious in his sight.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Job 29:12 | because I rescued the poor who cried out and the fatherless who had no helper. |
| 2 | Revelation 3:17–18 | You say, ‘I am rich; I have grown wealthy and need nothing.’ But you do not realize that you are wretched, pitiful, poor, blind, and naked. I counsel you to buy from Me gold refined by fire so that you may become rich, white garments so that you may be clothed and your shameful nakedness not exposed, and salve to anoint your eyes so that you may see. |
| 3 | Psalms 102:17 | He will turn toward the prayer of the destitute; He will not despise their prayer. |
| 4 | Hebrews 7:25 | Therefore He is able to save completely those who draw near to God through Him, since He always lives to intercede for them. |
| 5 | Ecclesiastes 4:1 | Again I looked, and I considered all the oppression taking place under the sun. I saw the tears of the oppressed, and they had no comforter; the power lay in the hands of their oppressors, and there was no comforter. |
| 6 | Psalms 10:17 | You have heard, O LORD, the desire of the humble; You will strengthen their hearts. You will incline Your ear, |
| 7 | Psalms 82:3–4 | Defend the cause of the weak and fatherless; uphold the rights of the afflicted and oppressed. Rescue the weak and needy; save them from the hand of the wicked. |
| 8 | 2 Corinthians 8:9 | For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though He was rich, yet for your sakes He became poor, so that you through His poverty might become rich. |
| 9 | Luke 4:18 | “The Spirit of the Lord is on Me, because He has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to release the oppressed, |
| 10 | Psalms 72:4 | May he vindicate the afflicted among the people; may he save the children of the needy and crush the oppressor. |
Psalms 72:12 Summary
This verse, Psalms 72:12, tells us that our King will rescue those who are in need and have no one to help them. This is a beautiful picture of God's heart for the poor and oppressed, as seen in Psalms 146:7-9, where He executes justice for the oppressed and gives food to the hungry. Just like our King, we are called to care for those who are struggling, and to be a helper to those who have no one to turn to, as seen in Proverbs 19:17, where it says that whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord. By serving others, we can reflect the character of our King and bring hope to those who are suffering.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that the king will deliver the needy who cry out?
This refers to the king's role in bringing justice and relief to those who are poor and oppressed, as seen in Psalms 72:12, and is a reflection of God's character as described in Psalms 146:7-9, where He executes justice for the oppressed and gives food to the hungry.
How does this verse relate to Jesus Christ?
As the ultimate King, Jesus Christ will deliver the needy and afflicted, fulfilling the prophecies of Psalms 72:12 and bringing hope to those who are suffering, as seen in Matthew 25:31-46, where Jesus separates the sheep from the goats based on how they treated the needy.
What does it mean to have no helper?
This phrase refers to those who are without any means of support or protection, and are in a state of vulnerability, as seen in Psalms 72:12, and is similar to the concept described in Deuteronomy 10:18, where God executes justice for the fatherless and the widow.
How can we apply this verse to our lives today?
As followers of Christ, we are called to care for the needy and afflicted, just as our King will, and we can do this by serving the poor and oppressed in our communities, as seen in Proverbs 19:17, where it says that whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can cry out to God in my time of need, and how can I trust that He will deliver me?
- How can I be a helper to those who have no one to turn to, and what role can I play in bringing justice and relief to the oppressed?
- What does it mean to have a heart that is moved by the suffering of others, and how can I develop a deeper sense of compassion and empathy for those in need?
- In what ways can I reflect the character of our King by caring for the needy and afflicted, and what impact can this have on my community?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 72:12
For he shall deliver the needy when he crieth,.... Such as are not only in want, but are sensible of it, see their need of Christ and his righteousness, and salvation by him, and cry to him for the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 72:12
Yea, all kings shall fall down before him: all nations shall serve him. -All kings shall serve, Him because He is the Saviour of the needy.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 72:12
The fame of his just and merciful government shall induce multitudes either to put themselves under him, or to show great respect and reverence to him.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 72:12
Psalms 72:12 For he shall deliver the needy when he crieth; the poor also, and [him] that hath no helper.Ver. 12. For he shall deliver the needy] See on Psalms 72:4. If the people complained of Solomon’ s government, and cried out to his son Rehoboam, Alleva iugum, Ease our yoke laid upon us by thy father, it was out of a sinful discontent; αειγαρτοπαρον Bαρυ, saith Thucydides, people seldom know when they are well, but are ever quarrelling at and complaining of the present govermnent; yea, even of Christ’ s easy yoke and light burden, as if importable.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 72:12
(12) For he shall deliver.—Here the verb must be present, “for he delivereth” giving the reason of the wide sway asked for this monarch. The prayer is based on the justice and beneficence of his reign (“to him that hath shall be given”), in which the weak and poor find their lives safe from violence, and their property protected against fraud. The verse is almost word for word the same as Job 29:12. Poor.—Rather, afflicted.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 72:12
Verse 12. He shall deliver the needy when he crieth] The poor and the rich shall, in the administration of justice, be equally respected; and the strong shall not be permitted to oppress the weak.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 72:12
12. For he shall deliver] His claim to this universal homage rests not on the strength of his armies but on the justice and mercifulness of his rule. Cp. Isaiah 16:4-5. The true victory of the kingdom of God is a moral victory, Psalms 72:9, it is true, refers to the forced submission of his enemies; but the same inconsistency is found in Zechariah 9:9 ff.: it was only by slow degrees that the triumph of the kingdom of God came to be completely dissociated from the idea of material conquest, and was realised to be entirely a moral triumph. the poor also &c.] And the afflicted, when he hath no helper. The verse closely resembles Job 29:12.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 72:12
For he shall deliver the needy when he crieth - The sufferer; the down-trodden; the oppressed. See the notes at Psalms 72:4. Compare the notes at Isaiah 61:1.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 72:12
12. For—Again in this and the two following verses the reasons are assigned for this majesty and dominion.
Sermons on Psalms 72:12
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(Revelation - Part 6): Reign of Christ a Divine Imperative by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the current state of the world and the need for deliverance from oppression and sin. He emphasizes the importance of a perfect leader who can |
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Just Vessels by Jackie Pullinger | This sermon emphasizes the importance of ministering to the poor, highlighting how God chooses the weak and needy to shame the strong, and how reaching out to the poor can lead to |
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(The Lord - Merciful and Gracious) 4. the Needy When He Crieth by Roy Hession | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of obeying God's laws and regulations, particularly in relation to treating others with kindness and compassion. He emphasizes |
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Full Reliance on God by C.H. Spurgeon | C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the importance of full reliance on God, particularly for those in need. He encourages the needy to cry out to God directly rather than seeking help from fr |
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Pressed Beyond Measure by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson addresses the struggles of believers who feel pressed beyond measure, drawing parallels to biblical figures like Paul, Job, and David. He emphasizes that such trial |
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The Best, Not the Good by Vance Havner | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of making choices in life between the bad, the good, and the best. He highlights the danger of settling for the good when we c |
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Burning Fire of the Spirit - Part 1 by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the description of the throne of God in Revelation 4:5. They emphasize that their aim is to provide practical teachings that lead to real-lif |