Psalms 82:4
Psalms 82:4 in Multiple Translations
Rescue the weak and needy; save them from the hand of the wicked.
Deliver the poor and needy: rid them out of the hand of the wicked.
Rescue the poor and needy: Deliver them out of the hand of the wicked.
Be the saviour of the poor and those who have nothing: take them out of the hand of the evil-doers.
Rescue the poor and those unable to help themselves; save them from the clutches of evil people.
Deliuer the poore and needie: saue them from the hand of the wicked.
Let the weak and needy escape, From the hand of the wicked deliver them.
Rescue the weak and needy. Deliver them out of the hand of the wicked.”
Deliver the poor and needy: deliver them from the hand of the wicked.
They have taken a malicious counsel against thy people, and have consulted against thy saints.
Rescue them from the power [MTY] of evil people [DOU]!”
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 82:4
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Psalms 82:4 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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פַּלְּטוּ
דַ֥ל
וְ/אֶבְי֑וֹן
מִ/יַּ֖ד
רְשָׁעִ֣ים
הַצִּֽילוּ
פַּלְּטוּ
pâlaṭ
H6403
to escape
V-Piel-Impv-2mp
דַ֥ל
dal
H1800
poor
Adj
וְ/אֶבְי֑וֹן
ʼebyôwn
H34
needy
Conj | Adj
מִ/יַּ֖ד
yâd
H3027
hand
Prep | N-cs
רְשָׁעִ֣ים
râshâʻ
H7563
wicked
Adj
הַצִּֽילוּ
nâtsal
H5337
to rescue
V-Hiphil-Impv-2mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 82:4
פַּלְּטוּ
pâlaṭ
H6403
"to escape"
V-Piel-Impv-2mp
To escape means to slip out of a difficult situation, like the Israelites did when they left Egypt, as told in Exodus 14. The word can also mean to deliver or save someone, often used to describe God's actions in the Bible. It appears in various forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: 1) to escape, save, deliver, slip away 1a) (Qal) to escape 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to bring into security, deliver 1b2) to cause to escape, cast forth 1b3) to be delivered 1b4) to slip away 1c) (Hiphil) to bring into security, bring to safety
Usage: Occurs in 23 OT verses. KJV: calve, carry away safe, deliver, (cause to) escape. See also: 2 Samuel 22:2; Psalms 37:40; Psalms 17:13.
דַ֥ל
dal
H1800
"poor"
Adj
The Hebrew word for someone who is poor or weak, often describing those in need of help or assistance. In the book of Proverbs, it warns against oppressing the poor, and in Psalm 35:10, it describes the needy and the poor. The word is also used in Isaiah 41:17.
Definition: low, poor, weak, thin, one who is low
Usage: Occurs in 46 OT verses. KJV: lean, needy, poor (man), weaker. See also: Exodus 23:3; Proverbs 19:17; Psalms 41:2.
וְ/אֶבְי֑וֹן
ʼebyôwn
H34
"needy"
Conj | 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.
מִ/יַּ֖ד
yâd
H3027
"hand"
Prep | N-cs
In the Bible, 'yad' refers to an open hand, symbolizing power or direction. It can also mean strength or a part of something, like a side or a share. The word is used in many contexts, including anatomy and everyday life.
Definition: : hand/arm[anatomy] 1) hand 1a) hand (of man) 1b) strength, power (fig.) 1c) side (of land), part, portion (metaph.) (fig.) 1d) (various special, technical senses) 1d1) sign, monument 1d2) part, fractional part, share 1d3) time, repetition 1d4) axle-trees, axle 1d5) stays, support (for laver) 1d6) tenons (in tabernacle) 1d7) a phallus, a hand (meaning unsure) 1d8) wrists
Usage: Occurs in 1446 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase] be) able, [idiom] about, [phrase] armholes, at, axletree, because of, beside, border, [idiom] bounty, [phrase] broad, (broken-) handed, [idiom] by, charge, coast, [phrase] consecrate, [phrase] creditor, custody, debt, dominion, [idiom] enough, [phrase] fellowship, force, [idiom] from, hand(-staves, -y work), [idiom] he, himself, [idiom] in, labour, [phrase] large, ledge, (left-) handed, means, [idiom] mine, ministry, near, [idiom] of, [idiom] order, ordinance, [idiom] our, parts, pain, power, [idiom] presumptuously, service, side, sore, state, stay, draw with strength, stroke, [phrase] swear, terror, [idiom] thee, [idiom] by them, [idiom] themselves, [idiom] thine own, [idiom] thou, through, [idiom] throwing, [phrase] thumb, times, [idiom] to, [idiom] under, [idiom] us, [idiom] wait on, (way-) side, where, [phrase] wide, [idiom] with (him, me, you), work, [phrase] yield, [idiom] yourselves. See also: Genesis 3:22; Exodus 7:19; Leviticus 14:22.
רְשָׁעִ֣ים
râshâʻ
H7563
"wicked"
Adj
This word describes someone who is morally wrong, a bad person who is guilty of crime or sin against God or others. It is used to describe the wicked in biblical stories, such as in the book of Genesis.
Definition: 1) wicked, criminal 1a) guilty one, one guilty of crime (subst) 1b) wicked (hostile to God) 1c) wicked, guilty of sin (against God or man)
Usage: Occurs in 248 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] condemned, guilty, ungodly, wicked (man), that did wrong. See also: Genesis 18:23; Psalms 101:8; Psalms 1:1.
הַצִּֽילוּ
nâtsal
H5337
"to rescue"
V-Hiphil-Impv-2mp
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.
Study Notes — Psalms 82:4
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 82:4 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 82:4
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 82:4
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 82:4
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 82:4
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 82:4
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 82:4
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 82:4
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 82:4
- Sermons on Psalms 82:4
Context — God Presides in the Divine Assembly
2“How long will you judge unjustly and show partiality to the wicked? Selah
3Defend the cause of the weak and fatherless; uphold the rights of the afflicted and oppressed.
4Rescue the weak and needy; save them from the hand of the wicked.
5They do not know or understand; they wander in the darkness; all the foundations of the earth are shaken. 6I have said, ‘You are gods; you are all sons of the Most High.’Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Proverbs 24:11–12 | Rescue those being led away to death, and restrain those stumbling toward the slaughter. If you say, “Behold, we did not know about this,” does not He who weighs hearts consider it? Does not the One who guards your life know? Will He not repay a man according to his deeds? |
| 2 | Job 5:15–16 | He saves the needy from the sword in their mouth and from the clutches of the powerful. So the poor have hope, and injustice shuts its mouth. |
| 3 | Job 29:12 | because I rescued the poor who cried out and the fatherless who had no helper. |
| 4 | Psalms 140:12 | I know that the LORD upholds justice for the poor and defends the cause of the needy. |
| 5 | Psalms 72:12–14 | For he will deliver the needy who cry out and the afflicted who have no helper. He will take pity on the poor and needy and save the lives of the oppressed. He will redeem them from oppression and violence, for their blood is precious in his sight. |
| 6 | Job 29:16–17 | I was a father to the needy, and I took up the case of the stranger. I shattered the fangs of the unjust and snatched the prey from his teeth. |
| 7 | Nehemiah 5:1–13 | About that time there was a great outcry from the people and their wives against their fellow Jews. Some were saying, “We and our sons and daughters are numerous. We must get grain in order to eat and stay alive.” Others were saying, “We are mortgaging our fields, our vineyards, and our homes to get grain during the famine.” Still others were saying, “We have borrowed money to pay the king’s tax on our fields and vineyards. We and our children are just like our countrymen and their children, yet we are subjecting our sons and daughters to slavery. Some of our daughters are already enslaved, but we are powerless to redeem them because our fields and vineyards belong to others.” When I heard their outcry and these complaints, I became extremely angry, and after serious thought I rebuked the nobles and officials, saying, “You are exacting usury from your own brothers!” So I called a large assembly against them and said, “We have done our best to buy back our Jewish brothers who were sold to foreigners, but now you are selling your own brothers, that they may be sold back to us!” But they remained silent, for they could find nothing to say. So I continued, “What you are doing is not right. Shouldn’t you walk in the fear of our God to avoid the reproach of our foreign enemies? I, as well as my brothers and my servants, have been lending the people money and grain. Please, let us stop this usury. Please restore to them immediately their fields, vineyards, olive groves, and houses, along with the percentage of the money, grain, new wine, and oil that you have been assessing them.” “We will restore it,” they replied, “and will require nothing more from them. We will do as you say.” So I summoned the priests and required of the nobles and officials an oath that they would do what they had promised. I also shook out the folds of my robe and said, “May God likewise shake out of His house and possession every man who does not keep this promise. May such a man be shaken out and have nothing!” The whole assembly said, “Amen,” and they praised the LORD. And the people did as they had promised. |
Psalms 82:4 Summary
Psalms 82:4 is a call to action to help those who are struggling and being taken advantage of. It means being aware of the needs of those around us and taking action to help, just like God does (Psalms 146:9). We can apply this verse in our everyday lives by looking for ways to care for the vulnerable and stand against injustice (Micah 6:8). By doing so, we reflect God's heart of love and compassion for all people, as seen in Matthew 25:31-46.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to rescue the weak and needy in Psalms 82:4?
Rescuing the weak and needy means to deliver them from harm or danger, as seen in Psalms 82:4, and is a call to action for believers to care for the vulnerable, just as God does in Psalms 146:9.
Who are the wicked in Psalms 82:4?
The wicked in Psalms 82:4 refers to those who take advantage of or oppress the weak and needy, and is a reminder that believers are called to stand against injustice, as seen in Isaiah 1:17 and Micah 6:8.
How can I apply Psalms 82:4 in my everyday life?
Applying Psalms 82:4 in everyday life means being aware of the needs of those around you and taking action to help those who are struggling, just as Jesus taught in Matthew 25:31-46.
Is Psalms 82:4 only talking about physical rescue?
While Psalms 82:4 does talk about physical rescue, it also has spiritual implications, as believers are called to rescue others from spiritual darkness, as seen in Colossians 1:13 and 2 Corinthians 4:4.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can identify the weak and needy in my community and take action to help them?
- How can I balance the call to rescue the weak and needy with the reality of my own limitations and resources?
- What are some ways I can pray for those who are being oppressed or taken advantage of, and how can I support them in their time of need?
- In what ways can I be a reflection of God's heart for the weak and needy, as seen in Psalms 82:4 and other scriptures?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 82:4
Deliver the poor and needy,.... From his adversary and oppressor, who is mightier than he, and draws him to the judgment seat; when it is not in his power to defend himself against him, and get out
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 82:4
Deliver the poor and needy: rid them out of the hand of the wicked. Deliver the poor and needy; rid them out of the hand of the wicked - (Job 29:12.)
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 82:4
These he recommends to the special care and protection of magistrates, because such are commonly neglected and crushed by men in higher place and power, and they are unable to right themselves.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 82:4
Psalms 82:4 Deliver the poor and needy: rid [them] out of the hand of the wicked.Ver. 4. Rid them out of the hand of the wicked] Heb. of the turbulent, who make ado, as the devil doth, and vex others.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 82:4
(4) The poor and needy.—Better, The miserable (as in Psalms 82:8) and poor, a different word from “needy” in Psalms 82:3.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 82:4
4. Rescue the weak and needy: Deliver them out of the hand of the wicked. Cp. Isaiah 1:17; Isaiah 10:1-2. Human authorities are God’s representatives to see that the weak and friendless have justice done them. See Exodus 22:22 ff.; Deuteronomy 10:17-18; Psalms 10:14; Psalms 10:18; Malachi 3:5 : and comp. the portrait of the ideal ruler in Psalms 72:12 ff.; Isaiah 11:3-4.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 82:4
Deliver the poor and needy - That is, Deliver them from the power and the arts of those who would oppress and wrong them. This would not be showing them partiality; it would be simply doing them justice.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 82:4
4. Deliver… rid—The charge given in Psalms 82:3 has relation to ordinary suits; this to cases of persecution and oppression.
Sermons on Psalms 82:4
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Be Sure, Your Sin Will Find You Out by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of loving God with all our hearts and loving our neighbors. He shares the story of a man who questioned who his neighbor was, |
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Evolution - Foundation for the Antichrist 1 by Kent Hovind | This sermon delves into the dangerous implications of evolution as a foundation for ideologies like racism, genocide, and totalitarianism. It explores how influential figures like |
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God's Wrath and His Love by Steve Hill | This sermon delves into a courtroom battle where the verdict is about to be delivered, highlighting the consequences of sin and the need for God's mercy through the blood of Jesus. |
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World Missionary Press by K.P. Yohannan | This sermon emphasizes the importance of genuine ministry that is focused on seeking God's honor above all else. It highlights the privilege, not burden, of investing in ministry a |
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Rope Wanted (Audio Restored) by William Booth | In the sermon transcript, the speaker tells the story of Mary, a woman who risked her life to save children from drowning in a city near the Mexican Gulf. Despite warnings from her |
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Babies Are Murdered Here (Documentary Trailer) by Jon Speed | This sermon addresses the issue of abortion as a curse and judgment on the nation, questioning the silence and inaction of the church in the face of innocent lives being taken. It |
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Our World and Our Wealth by John D Martin by John D. Martin | This sermon emphasizes the importance of sacrificial giving and extravagant compassion towards those in need, highlighting the dangers of materialism and the call to use resources |