Psalms 79:9
Psalms 79:9 in Multiple Translations
Help us, O God of our salvation, for the glory of Your name; deliver us and atone for our sins, for the sake of Your name.
Help us, O God of our salvation, for the glory of thy name: and deliver us, and purge away our sins, for thy name’s sake.
Help us, O God of our salvation, for the glory of thy name; And deliver us, and forgive our sins, for thy name’s sake.
Give us help, O God of our salvation, for the glory of your name; take us out of danger and give us forgiveness for our sins, because of your name.
Help us, God of our salvation, because of your wonderful character! Save us and forgive us our sins because that's the kind of person you are!
Helpe vs, O God of our saluation, for the glorie of thy Name, and deliuer vs, and be mercifull vnto our sinnes for thy Names sake.
Help us, O God of our salvation, Because of the honour of Thy name, And deliver us, and cover over our sins, For Thy name's sake.
Help us, God of our salvation, for the glory of your name. Deliver us, and forgive our sins, for your name’s sake.
Help us, O God of our salvation, for the glory of thy name: and deliver us, and purge away our sins, for thy name's sake.
Thou hast brought a vineyard out of Egypt: thou hast cast cut the Gentiles and planted it.
God, you have saved/rescued us many times, so help us now; rescue us and forgive us for having sinned in order that other people will honor you [MTY].
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Psalms 79:9 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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עָזְרֵ֤/נוּ
אֱלֹ֘הֵ֤י
יִשְׁעֵ֗/נוּ
עַל
דְּבַ֥ר
כְּבֽוֹד
שְׁמֶ֑/ךָ
וְ/הַצִּילֵ֥/נוּ
וְ/כַפֵּ֥ר
עַל
חַ֝טֹּאתֵ֗י/נוּ
לְמַ֣עַן
שְׁמֶֽ/ךָ
עָזְרֵ֤/נוּ
ʻâzar
H5826
to help
V-Qal-Impv-2ms | Suff
אֱלֹ֘הֵ֤י
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
N-mp
יִשְׁעֵ֗/נוּ
yeshaʻ
H3468
salvation
N-ms | Suff
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
דְּבַ֥ר
dâbâr
H1697
Chronicles
N-ms
כְּבֽוֹד
kâbôwd
H3519
glory
N-cs
שְׁמֶ֑/ךָ
shêm
H8034
name
N-ms | Suff
וְ/הַצִּילֵ֥/נוּ
nâtsal
H5337
to rescue
Conj | V-Hiphil-Impv-2ms | Suff
וְ/כַפֵּ֥ר
kâphar
H3722
to atone
Conj | V-Piel-Impv-2ms
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
חַ֝טֹּאתֵ֗י/נוּ
chaṭṭâʼâh
H2403
sin
N-fp | Suff
לְמַ֣עַן
maʻan
H4616
because
Prep
שְׁמֶֽ/ךָ
shêm
H8034
name
N-ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 79:9
עָזְרֵ֤/נוּ
ʻâzar
H5826
"to help"
V-Qal-Impv-2ms | Suff
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.
אֱלֹ֘הֵ֤י
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.
יִשְׁעֵ֗/נוּ
yeshaʻ
H3468
"salvation"
N-ms | Suff
Refers to salvation or deliverance, like in Psalm 119:123 where the writer asks for salvation from God, and can also mean prosperity or victory.
Definition: 1) deliverance, salvation, rescue, safety, welfare 1a) safety, welfare, prosperity 1b) salvation 1c) victory
Usage: Occurs in 35 OT verses. KJV: safety, salvation, saving. See also: 2 Samuel 22:3; Psalms 51:14; Psalms 12:6.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
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.
דְּבַ֥ר
dâbâr
H1697
"Chronicles"
N-ms
A word or thing, like a matter or affair, as seen in the book of Chronicles where it refers to the events and words of kings. It can also mean a cause or reason for something.
Definition: This name means word, speaking
Usage: Occurs in 1290 OT verses. KJV: act, advice, affair, answer, [idiom] any such (thing), because of, book, business, care, case, cause, certain rate, [phrase] chronicles, commandment, [idiom] commune(-ication), [phrase] concern(-ing), [phrase] confer, counsel, [phrase] dearth, decree, deed, [idiom] disease, due, duty, effect, [phrase] eloquent, errand, (evil favoured-) ness, [phrase] glory, [phrase] harm, hurt, [phrase] iniquity, [phrase] judgment, language, [phrase] lying, manner, matter, message, (no) thing, oracle, [idiom] ought, [idiom] parts, [phrase] pertaining, [phrase] please, portion, [phrase] power, promise, provision, purpose, question, rate, reason, report, request, [idiom] (as hast) said, sake, saying, sentence, [phrase] sign, [phrase] so, some (uncleanness), somewhat to say, [phrase] song, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, task, [phrase] that, [idiom] there done, thing (concerning), thought, [phrase] thus, tidings, what(-soever), [phrase] wherewith, which, word, work. See also: Genesis 11:1; Exodus 23:8; Deuteronomy 18:21.
כְּבֽוֹד
kâbôwd
H3519
"glory"
N-cs
Glory refers to great honor or splendor, often used to describe God's majesty, as in Psalm 138:5 where David praises God's glorious name. It can also refer to wealth or abundance, like in Genesis 31:1 where Jacob's wealth is described.
Definition: 1) glory, honour, glorious, abundance 1a) abundance, riches 1b) honour, splendour, glory 1c) honour, dignity 1d) honour, reputation 1e) honour, reverence, glory 1f) glory
Usage: Occurs in 189 OT verses. KJV: glorious(-ly), glory, honour(-able). See also: Genesis 31:1; Psalms 113:4; Psalms 3:4.
שְׁמֶ֑/ךָ
shêm
H8034
"name"
N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, a name represents a person's identity, honor, and character, like God's name symbolizing His power and authority. It appears in Genesis and other books, often referring to God's name or a person's reputation. This concept is central to understanding biblical identity.
Definition: 1) name 1a) name 1b) reputation, fame, glory 1c) the Name (as designation of God) 1d) memorial, monument Aramaic equivalent: shum (שֻׁם "name" H8036)
Usage: Occurs in 771 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] base, (in-) fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report. See also: Genesis 2:11; Exodus 3:15; Deuteronomy 16:6.
וְ/הַצִּילֵ֥/נוּ
nâtsal
H5337
"to rescue"
Conj | V-Hiphil-Impv-2ms | Suff
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.
וְ/כַפֵּ֥ר
kâphar
H3722
"to atone"
Conj | V-Piel-Impv-2ms
To cover means to coat or cover something, like when the ark was covered with pitch to protect it. This word is also used figuratively to describe making amends or forgiving someone, like in a sacrifice or atonement.
Definition: 1) to cover, purge, make an atonement, make reconciliation 1a) (Piel) 1a1) to cover over, pacify, propitiate 1a2) to cover over, atone for sin, make atonement for 1a3) to cover over, atone for sin and persons by legal rites 1b) (Pual) 1b1) to be covered over 1b2) to be atoned for 1c) (Hithpael) to be covered
Usage: Occurs in 94 OT verses. KJV: appease, make (an atonement, cleanse, disannul, forgive, be merciful, pacify, pardon, purge (away), put off, (make) reconcile(-liation). See also: Genesis 6:14; Leviticus 16:32; Psalms 65:4.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
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.
חַ֝טֹּאתֵ֗י/נוּ
chaṭṭâʼâh
H2403
"sin"
N-fp | Suff
This word describes sin, guilt, or punishment for sin, and also the sacrifice or purification made to atone for it. It is used in the Bible to describe the consequences and solutions for sin. The KJV translates it as 'punishment' or 'sin'.
Definition: sin, sinful thing
Usage: Occurs in 270 OT verses. KJV: punishment (of sin), purifying(-fication for sin), sin(-ner, offering). See also: Genesis 4:7; Numbers 12:11; Psalms 25:7.
לְמַ֣עַן
maʻan
H4616
"because"
Prep
This Hebrew word means because of something or for a specific purpose. It is used to explain why something happens or is done. In the Bible, it is used to describe God's intentions or purposes.
Definition: 1) purpose, intent prep 1a) for the sake of 1b) in view of, on account of 1c) for the purpose of, to the intent that, in order to conj 1d) to the end that
Usage: Occurs in 252 OT verses. KJV: because of, to the end (intent) that, for (to,... 's sake), [phrase] lest, that, to. See also: Genesis 12:13; 2 Kings 13:23; Psalms 5:9.
שְׁמֶֽ/ךָ
shêm
H8034
"name"
N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, a name represents a person's identity, honor, and character, like God's name symbolizing His power and authority. It appears in Genesis and other books, often referring to God's name or a person's reputation. This concept is central to understanding biblical identity.
Definition: 1) name 1a) name 1b) reputation, fame, glory 1c) the Name (as designation of God) 1d) memorial, monument Aramaic equivalent: shum (שֻׁם "name" H8036)
Usage: Occurs in 771 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] base, (in-) fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report. See also: Genesis 2:11; Exodus 3:15; Deuteronomy 16:6.
Study Notes — Psalms 79:9
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- Context
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- Psalms 79:9 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 79:9
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 79:9
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 79:9
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 79:9
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 79:9
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 79:9
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 79:9
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 79:9
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 79:9
- Sermons on Psalms 79:9
Context — A Prayer for Deliverance
7for they have devoured Jacob and devastated his homeland.
8Do not hold past sins against us; let Your compassion come quickly, for we are brought low.
9Help us, O God of our salvation, for the glory of Your name; deliver us and atone for our sins, for the sake of Your name.
10Why should the nations ask, “Where is their God?” Before our eyes, make known among the nations Your vengeance for the bloodshed of Your servants. 11May the groans of the captives reach You; by the strength of Your arm preserve those condemned to death.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Jeremiah 14:7 | Although our iniquities testify against us, O LORD, act for the sake of Your name. Indeed, our rebellions are many; we have sinned against You. |
| 2 | Psalms 25:11 | For the sake of Your name, O LORD, forgive my iniquity, for it is great. |
| 3 | 2 Chronicles 14:11 | Then Asa cried out to the LORD his God: “O LORD, there is no one besides You to help the powerless against the mighty. Help us, O LORD our God, for we rely on You, and in Your name we have come against this multitude. O LORD, You are our God. Do not let a mere mortal prevail against You.” |
| 4 | Isaiah 48:9 | For the sake of My name I will delay My wrath; for the sake of My praise I will restrain it, so that you will not be cut off. |
| 5 | Jeremiah 14:21 | For the sake of Your name do not despise us; do not disgrace Your glorious throne. Remember Your covenant with us; do not break it. |
| 6 | Ezekiel 20:14 | But I acted for the sake of My name, so that it would not be profaned in the eyes of the nations in whose sight I had brought them out. |
| 7 | Ezekiel 20:9 | But I acted for the sake of My name, that it should not be profaned in the eyes of the nations among whom they were living, in whose sight I had revealed Myself to Israel by bringing them out of the land of Egypt. |
| 8 | Daniel 9:19 | O Lord, listen! O Lord, forgive! O Lord, hear and act! For Your sake, O my God, do not delay, because Your city and Your people bear Your name.” |
| 9 | Psalms 31:3 | For You are my rock and my fortress; lead me and guide me for the sake of Your name. |
| 10 | Psalms 65:3 | When iniquities prevail against me, You atone for our transgressions. |
Psalms 79:9 Summary
[This verse is a prayer asking God to help His people because He is their only hope for salvation. The psalmist is saying, 'God, we need You to rescue us, not just for our sake, but so that Your name will be glorified and honored.' This is similar to what we see in Jeremiah 33:3, where God invites us to call to Him and He will answer. The psalmist also asks God to forgive their sins, which is a reminder that our sin separates us from God, but He is willing to forgive us if we ask (see 1 John 1:9).]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the psalmist ask God to help for the glory of His name?
The psalmist asks God to help for the glory of His name because he recognizes that God's reputation is at stake when His people are oppressed, as seen in Psalms 79:10 where the nations are wondering where God is (see also Ezekiel 36:22-23).
What does it mean to atone for sins?
To atone for sins means to make amends or payment for wrongdoing, restoring a right relationship with God, as seen in Leviticus 17:11 and Romans 3:25 where Jesus' sacrifice atones for our sins.
Why does the psalmist ask God not to hold past sins against them?
The psalmist asks God not to hold past sins against them because he knows that God is a compassionate and merciful God, as seen in Psalms 103:12 and Micah 7:18-19, who desires to forgive and restore His people.
How does this verse relate to the concept of salvation?
This verse relates to the concept of salvation because the psalmist is calling on the God of their salvation to deliver them from their current distress, highlighting that salvation is not just a one-time event but an ongoing process of rescue and restoration (see also Psalms 37:39-40).
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I have seen God's glory revealed in my life, and how can I ask Him to reveal it in my current circumstances?
- In what ways am I, like the psalmist, in need of God's deliverance and atonement, and how can I humbly ask for His help?
- How does my understanding of God's character, particularly His mercy and compassion, shape my prayers and expectations of Him?
- What are some ways that I can, like the psalmist, seek to glorify God's name in my life and circumstances, even in the midst of difficulty?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 79:9
Help us, O God of our salvation, for the glory of thy name,.... Help us out of the troubles in which we are; enable us to bear them with patience, and without murmuring, while it is thy pleasure to
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 79:9
Help us, O God of our salvation, for the glory of thy name: and deliver us, and purge away our sins, for thy name's sake.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 79:9
O God of our salvation; from whom we have oft received, and from whom alone we now expect, salvation. Thy name; which is now obscured by the insolency and blasphemy of thine enemies, who ascribe this conquest to their idols, and triumph over thee no less than over thy people, as one unable to deliver them out of their hands. See .
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 79:9
Psalms 79:9 Help us, O God of our salvation, for the glory of thy name: and deliver us, and purge away our sins, for thy name’ s sake. Ver. 9. Help us … for the glory of thy name] A speeding argument. God will do much for his own glory, his wife, as it were. Purge away our sins] Which nothing can do but tender mercy.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 79:9
(9) Purge away.—Rather, put a cover on. So Cicero speaks of political crimes being covered by the plea of friendship. Our sins.—How is this to be taken in connection with Psalms 79:8? Does the psalmist admit guilt in his own generation, as well as in those of former times? Or is he thinking only of the inherited guilt and punishment? The general tone of post-exile psalms inclines towards the latter view.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 79:9
Verse 9. Purge away our sins] כפר capper, be propitiated, or receive an atonement (על חטאתינו al chattotheynu) on account of our sins.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 79:9
9–12. Repeated prayers for deliverance for the honour of God’s Name.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 79:9
Help us, O God of our salvation - On whom our salvation depends; who alone can save us. For the glory of thy name - That thy name may be honored.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 79:9
9. Help us, O God of our salvation—This divine title was the ground of their theocracy. They had forgotten it in their sins and idol worship, but recall it now in their affliction and reproach.
Sermons on Psalms 79:9
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(Through the Bible) Joel 1-2 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the book of Joel in the Bible and how it describes a future battle. The nation of Israel needs to be established again in order for the prophe |
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God's Great Name, the Ground and Reason of Saving Great Sinners by Ralph Erskine | Ralph Erskine emphasizes that God's salvation of sinners is fundamentally for His own name's sake, rather than for any merit on the part of the sinners themselves. He explains that |
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When God Seems Powerless by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the lamentation of the people of God, Judah and Jerusalem, who were focused on their own troubles and loss but failed to recognize the evil o |
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The Seven Levels of Judgment - Part 2 by Dan Biser | This sermon emphasizes the importance of recognizing and confessing our sins before the Lord, both individually and collectively as a church and nation. It delves into various Bibl |
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Evening Thoughts - October by Octavius Winslow | Octavius Winslow reflects on the profound nature of God's law, emphasizing its perfection and the necessity of love for God as the ultimate fulfillment of the law. He discusses the |
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Pardon for the Greatest Sinners by Jonathan Edwards | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that pardon and forgiveness are offered to all sinners, regardless of the magnitude of their sins, if they come to God seeking mercy. The in |
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Pardon for the Greatest of Sinners by Jonathan Edwards | Jonathan Edwards preaches on Psalm 25:11, highlighting how David, in a time of affliction, pleads for pardon based on God's name's sake and the greatness of his sins. Edwards empha |