Psalms 89:20
Psalms 89:20 in Multiple Translations
I have found My servant David; with My sacred oil I have anointed him.
I have found David my servant; with my holy oil have I anointed him:
I have found David my servant; With my holy oil have I anointed him:
I have made discovery of David my servant; I have put my holy oil on his head.
I have selected David my servant, and I have anointed him with the oil of my holiness.
I haue found Dauid my seruant: with mine holy oyle haue I anoynted him.
I have found David My servant, With My holy oil I have anointed him.
I have found David, my servant. I have anointed him with my holy oil,
I have found David my servant; with my holy oil have I anointed him:
That man is David, the one who will serve me faithfully, and I anointed him with sacred olive oil to make him king.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 89:20
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Psalms 89:20 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
אָ֤ז
דִּבַּ֥רְתָּֽ
בְ/חָ֡זוֹן
לַֽ/חֲסִידֶ֗י/ךָ
וַ/תֹּ֗אמֶר
שִׁוִּ֣יתִי
עֵ֭זֶר
עַל
גִּבּ֑וֹר
הֲרִימ֖וֹתִי
בָח֣וּר
מֵ/עָֽם
אָ֤ז
ʼâz
H227
then
Adv
דִּבַּ֥רְתָּֽ
dâbar
H1696
to speak
V-Piel-Perf-2ms
בְ/חָ֡זוֹן
châzôwn
H2377
vision
Prep | N-ms
לַֽ/חֲסִידֶ֗י/ךָ
châçîyd
H2623
pious
Prep | Adj | Suff
וַ/תֹּ֗אמֶר
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-2ms
שִׁוִּ֣יתִי
shâvâh
H7737
be like
V-Piel-Perf-1cs
עֵ֭זֶר
ʻêzer
H5828
helper
N-ms
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
גִּבּ֑וֹר
gibbôwr
H1368
mighty man
Adj
הֲרִימ֖וֹתִי
rûwm
H7311
to exalt
V-Hiphil-Perf-1cs
בָח֣וּר
bâchûwr
H970
youth
V-Qal-Inf-c
מֵ/עָֽם
ʻam
H5971
Amaw
Prep | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 89:20
אָ֤ז
ʼâz
H227
"then"
Adv
This Hebrew word refers to a past time or place, often used to describe something that happened earlier. It can also be used as a conjunction to show a cause-and-effect relationship. In the Bible, it appears in books like Genesis and Isaiah.
Definition: 1) then, at that time 1a) temporal expressions 1a1) then (past) 1a2) then, if...then (future) 1a3) earlier 1b) logical expressions 1b1) in that case 1b2) that (being so)
Usage: Occurs in 133 OT verses. KJV: beginning, for, from, hitherto, now, of old, once, since, then, at which time, yet. See also: Genesis 4:26; 1 Chronicles 22:13; Psalms 2:5.
דִּבַּ֥רְתָּֽ
dâbar
H1696
"to speak"
V-Piel-Perf-2ms
To speak or communicate, like God speaking to Moses in Exodus or a king commanding his people. It can also mean to promise or warn someone.
Definition: : speak/tell/command 1) to speak, declare, converse, command, promise, warn, threaten, sing 1a) (Qal) to speak 1b) (Niphal) to speak with one another, talk 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to speak 1c2) to promise 1d) (Pual) to be spoken 1e) (Hithpael) to speak 1f) (Hiphil) to lead away, put to flight
Usage: Occurs in 1049 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, bid, command, commune, declare, destroy, give, name, promise, pronounce, rehearse, say, speak, be spokesman, subdue, talk, teach, tell, think, use (entreaties), utter, [idiom] well, [idiom] work. See also: Genesis 8:15; Exodus 12:25; Leviticus 23:9.
בְ/חָ֡זוֹן
châzôwn
H2377
"vision"
Prep | N-ms
A vision or revelation from God, often received through dreams or prophecy. This word is used in the Bible to describe divine communication, like the visions received by prophets in the book of Isaiah.
Definition: 1) vision 1a) vision (in ecstatic state) 1b) vision (in night) 1c) vision, oracle, prophecy (divine communication) 1d) vision (as title of book of prophecy)
Usage: Occurs in 34 OT verses. KJV: vision. See also: 1 Samuel 3:1; Daniel 1:17; Psalms 89:20.
לַֽ/חֲסִידֶ֗י/ךָ
châçîyd
H2623
"pious"
Prep | Adj | Suff
A pious person is someone who is kind and faithful to God, like a saint. In the Bible, it describes people who are holy and merciful, such as in Psalms and Proverbs. This concept is important in the Old Testament.
Definition: 1) faithful, kind, godly, holy one, saint, pious 1a) kind 1b) pious, godly 1c) faithful ones (subst)
Usage: Occurs in 32 OT verses. KJV: godly (man), good, holy (one), merciful, saint, (un-) godly. See also: Deuteronomy 33:8; Psalms 85:9; Psalms 4:4.
וַ/תֹּ֗אמֶר
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-2ms
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
שִׁוִּ֣יתִי
shâvâh
H7737
"be like"
V-Piel-Perf-1cs
This word means to set or place something, and it is used to describe the act of leveling or equalizing something. It can also mean to adjust or compare things, and it is used in various contexts in the Bible.
Definition: 1) to agree with, be or become like, level, resemble 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be like 1a2) equivalent (participle) 1a3) to set, place 1a4) setting (participle) 1b) (Piel) to level, smooth, still 1c) (Hiphil) to make like 1d) (Nithpael) to be alike Aramaic equivalent: she.vah (שְׁוָה "be like" H7739A)
Usage: Occurs in 21 OT verses. KJV: avail, behave, bring forth, compare, countervail, (be, make) equal, lay, be (make, a-) like, make plain, profit, reckon. See also: 2 Samuel 22:34; Psalms 131:2; Psalms 16:8.
עֵ֭זֶר
ʻêzer
H5828
"helper"
N-ms
A helper or one who provides aid is the meaning of this word, used to describe someone who assists or supports others. It is used in the Psalms to express gratitude for God's help and in the book of Isaiah to describe God's aid to his people.
Definition: 1) help, succour 1a) help, succour 1b) one who helps
Usage: Occurs in 21 OT verses. KJV: help. See also: Genesis 2:18; Psalms 115:9; Psalms 20:3.
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.
גִּבּ֑וֹר
gibbôwr
H1368
"mighty man"
Adj
This word describes a strong or mighty man, like a warrior or champion, as seen in 1 Samuel 17:51 where David defeats Goliath. It can also imply a brave or valiant person.
Definition: adj 1) strong, mighty n m 2) strong man, brave man, mighty man
Usage: Occurs in 152 OT verses. KJV: champion, chief, [idiom] excel, giant, man, mighty (man, one), strong (man), valiant man. See also: Genesis 6:4; 2 Chronicles 17:16; Psalms 19:6.
הֲרִימ֖וֹתִי
rûwm
H7311
"to exalt"
V-Hiphil-Perf-1cs
This verb can mean to lift something or someone up, like a parent lifting a child, or to exalt oneself in pride. In the Bible, it's used to describe God lifting up the humble and bringing down the proud.
Definition: 1) to rise, rise up, be high, be lofty, be exalted 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be high, be set on high 1a2) to be raised, be uplifted, be exalted 1a3) to be lifted, rise 1b) (Polel) 1b1) to raise or rear (children), cause to grow up 1b2) to lift up, raise, exalt 1b3) to exalt, extol 1c) (Polal) to be lifted up 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to raise, lift, lift up, take up, set up, erect, exalt, set on high 1d2) to lift up (and take away), remove 1d3) to lift off and present, contribute, offer, contribute 1e) (Hophal) to be taken off, be abolished 1f) (Hithpolel) to exalt oneself, magnify oneself Aramaic equivalent: rum (רוּם "to rise" H7313)
Usage: Occurs in 184 OT verses. KJV: bring up, exalt (self), extol, give, go up, haughty, heave (up), (be, lift up on, make on, set up on, too) high(-er, one), hold up, levy, lift(-er) up, (be) lofty, ([idiom] a-) loud, mount up, offer (up), [phrase] presumptuously, (be) promote(-ion), proud, set up, tall(-er), take (away, off, up), breed worms. See also: Genesis 7:17; Psalms 46:11; Psalms 3:4.
בָח֣וּר
bâchûwr
H970
"youth"
V-Qal-Inf-c
In the Bible, this word refers to a young person, often a chosen or select individual, like a young man in his prime. It appears in various contexts, including descriptions of young soldiers. The term emphasizes the idea of being selected or set apart.
Definition: youth, young man
Usage: Occurs in 45 OT verses. KJV: (choice) young (man), chosen, [idiom] hole. See also: Deuteronomy 32:25; Jeremiah 18:21; Psalms 78:31.
מֵ/עָֽם
ʻam
H5971
"Amaw"
Prep | N-ms
A people or nation is what this Hebrew word represents, like the nation of Israel in Exodus 33:13. It can also mean a tribe, troops, or attendants, and is used to describe a group of people gathered together. The word is often used to refer to the people of God.
Definition: This name means nation, people
Usage: Occurs in 1655 OT verses. KJV: folk, men, nation, people. See also: Genesis 11:6; Exodus 16:4; Leviticus 17:9.
Study Notes — Psalms 89:20
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 89:20 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 89:20
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 89:20
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 89:20
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 89:20
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 89:20
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 89:20
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 89:20
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 89:20
- Sermons on Psalms 89:20
Context — I Will Sing of His Love Forever
18Surely our shield belongs to the LORD, and our king to the Holy One of Israel.
19You once spoke in a vision; to Your godly ones You said, “I have bestowed help on a warrior; I have exalted one chosen from the people.
20I have found My servant David; with My sacred oil I have anointed him.
21My hand will sustain him; surely My arm will strengthen him. 22No enemy will exact tribute; no wicked man will oppress him.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Samuel 16:12–13 | So Jesse sent for his youngest son and brought him in. He was ruddy, with beautiful eyes and a handsome appearance. And the LORD said, “Rise and anoint him, for he is the one.” So Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him in the presence of his brothers, and the Spirit of the LORD rushed upon David from that day forward. Then Samuel set out and went to Ramah. |
| 2 | Isaiah 61:1–3 | The Spirit of the Lord GOD is on Me, because the LORD has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and freedom to the prisoners, to proclaim the year of the LORD’s favor and the day of our God’s vengeance, to comfort all who mourn, to console the mourners in Zion— to give them a crown of beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, and a garment of praise for a spirit of despair. So they will be called oaks of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that He may be glorified. |
| 3 | 1 Samuel 16:1 | Now the LORD said to Samuel, “How long are you going to mourn for Saul, since I have rejected him as king over Israel? Fill your horn with oil and go. I am sending you to Jesse of Bethlehem, for I have selected from his sons a king for Myself.” |
| 4 | John 3:34 | For the One whom God has sent speaks the words of God, for God gives the Spirit without limit. |
| 5 | Acts 13:22 | After removing Saul, He raised up David as their king and testified about him: ‘I have found David son of Jesse a man after My own heart; he will carry out My will in its entirety.’ |
Psalms 89:20 Summary
This verse tells us that God chose David to be His servant and king, and anointed him with special oil to show His approval and empowerment. Just like David, we can trust that God has a plan for our lives and wants to guide and direct us (Jeremiah 29:11). God's anointing of David was a symbol of His presence and power, and we can experience that same presence and power in our lives when we surrender to Him (Acts 1:8). By trusting in God's sovereignty and guidance, we can, like David, be faithful servants of God and fulfill the purposes He has for us.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for God to 'find' someone like David?
When God says He has 'found' David, it means He has chosen and ordained him for a specific purpose, as seen in Psalms 89:20, where God anoints David with sacred oil, symbolizing His divine appointment and empowerment (1 Samuel 16:13).
What is the significance of being anointed with 'sacred oil'?
The anointing with sacred oil represents God's setting apart of David for His service, giving him the power and authority to fulfill his role as king, similar to how Jesus was anointed with the Holy Spirit (Acts 10:38).
How does God's anointing of David relate to our lives today?
Just as God anointed David for a specific purpose, He also has a plan for each of our lives, and we can trust in His sovereignty and guidance, as promised in Jeremiah 29:11 and Romans 8:28.
What can we learn from David's example about our own relationship with God?
David's experience teaches us the importance of humility, obedience, and trust in God's plan, as seen in Psalms 23:1-4, where David acknowledges God as his shepherd and guide.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways God is currently guiding and directing my life, and how can I be more attentive to His leading?
- In what ways can I, like David, be a faithful servant of God, using my gifts and talents to serve Him and others?
- How can I trust in God's sovereignty and provision, even when faced with challenges or uncertainties, just as David did in Psalms 23:4?
- What are some areas of my life where I need to surrender to God's anointing and empowerment, allowing Him to work through me?
- How can I cultivate a deeper sense of reverence and awe for God's majesty and power, as seen in David's psalms of praise and worship?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 89:20
I have found David my servant,.... Not David literally; but his Son and antitype, the Messiah, who is sometimes called by his name; [See comments on Psalms 89:3], and his "finding" him does not
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 89:20
Then thou spakest in vision to thy holy one, and saidst, I have laid help upon one that is mighty; I have exalted one chosen out of the people.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 89:20
I have found: this is spoken of God figuratively after the manner of men, to imply the great scarcity of such persons, and the difficulty of finding them out. With my holy oil; both. with material oil, , and with the gifts and graces of my Holy Spirit, which are oft signified by oil or unction, as , compared with ,27.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 89:20
Psalms 89:20 I have found David my servant; with my holy oil have I anointed him:Ver. 20. I have found David] The Father seeketh such as worship him in spirit and in truth, John 4:23. The whole Trinity agreed upon Christ for a mediator. With my holy oil have I anointed him] How Christ was appointed and anointed to the mediatorship.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 89:20
Verse 20. I have found David my servant] This is the sum of what God had said in prophetic visions to his saints or holy persons, Samuel, Nathan, and Gad; see the parallel places in the margin. Here the psalmist begins to reason with God relative to David, his posterity, and the perpetuity of his kingdom; which promises appear now to have utterly failed, as the throne had been overturned, and all the people carried into captivity. But all these things may have reference to Christ and his kingdom; for we are assured that David was a type of the Messiah.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 89:20
20. I have found] Sought out and provided. Cp. 1 Samuel 13:14; 1 Samuel 16:1; Acts 13:22. David my servant] See on Psalms 78:70, and cp. 2 Samuel 3:18; 2 Samuel 7:5; 2 Samuel 7:8. have I anointed him] 1 Samuel 16:1; 1 Samuel 16:12 f.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 89:20
I have found David my servant - That is, I found him among the sheepfolds; in humble life.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 89:20
20. Anointed him—The consecration of David with holy oil, by an acknowledged prophet of God, placed his title to the throne beyond all question. This was in accordance with the theocracy, and to this the people bowed.
Sermons on Psalms 89:20
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(Through the Bible) 2 Chronicles 1-9 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being motivated by the love of Jesus Christ. He references the apostle Paul's statement that the love of Christ constrains |
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The Hand Behind History by David Davis | This sermon delves into the story of Daniel in Babylon, where a wild party takes place with sacred vessels from the temple in Jerusalem being desecrated. The hand of God writes on |
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The Ordained Lamp by A.W. Pink | A.W. Pink emphasizes the significance of the Gospel as the 'ordained lamp' that illuminates the darkness of the world, highlighting God's promises to His church and the role of Chr |
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Making of a Man of God by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher begins by expressing a desire to draw closer to God and be broken before Him. He emphasizes that even in the midst of trials and confusion, God is at w |
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(Men God Made) Gideon by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the preacher announces that the next week's topic will be the life of David. He mentions that there are about 42 chapters dedicated to David in the Bible, and he pr |
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A New King in Preparation by George Warnock | George Warnock emphasizes God's sovereign plan in raising David as a new king-priest after Saul's failure, illustrating how God fulfills His purposes despite human shortcomings. He |
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I Chronicles 12:8 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith explores the parallels between David and Christ, emphasizing how David, anointed by God, faced rejection and exile yet gathered a diverse group of followers who were wi |