Psalms 9:19
Psalms 9:19 in Multiple Translations
Rise up, O LORD, do not let man prevail; let the nations be judged in Your presence.
Arise, O LORD; let not man prevail: let the heathen be judged in thy sight.
Arise, O Jehovah; let not man prevail: Let the nations be judged in thy sight.
Up! O Lord; let not man overcome you: let the nations be judged before you.
Stand up, Lord! Don't let human beings win! Let the nations be brought before you for judgment!
Vp Lord: let not man preuaile: let the heathen be iudged in thy sight.
Rise, O Jehovah, let not man be strong, Let nations be judged before Thy face.
Arise, LORD! Don’t let man prevail. Let the nations be judged in your sight.
Arise, O LORD; let not man prevail: let the heathen be judged in thy sight.
For the poor man shall not be forgotten to the end: the patience of the poor shall not perish for ever.
Yahweh, arise and judge the wicked people of the nations; do not allow them to think that because they are strong they will never be punished.
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Psalms 9:19 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כִּ֤י
לֹ֣א
לָ֭/נֶצַח
יִשָּׁכַ֣ח
אֶבְי֑וֹן
תִּקְוַ֥ת
ענוים
עֲ֝נִיִּ֗ים
תֹּאבַ֥ד
לָ/עַֽד
כִּ֤י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
לָ֭/נֶצַח
netsach
H5331
perpetuity
Prep | N-ms
יִשָּׁכַ֣ח
shâkach
H7911
to forget
V-Niphal-Imperf-3ms
אֶבְי֑וֹן
ʼebyôwn
H34
needy
Adj
תִּקְוַ֥ת
tiqvâh
H8615
cord
N-fs
ענוים
ʻânâv
H6035
poor
Adj
עֲ֝נִיִּ֗ים
ʻânîy
H6041
afflicted
Adj
תֹּאבַ֥ד
ʼâbad
H6
to perish
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
לָ/עַֽד
ʻad
H5703
perpetuity
Prep | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 9:19
כִּ֤י
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.
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
לָ֭/נֶצַח
netsach
H5331
"perpetuity"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for perpetuity or everlastingness, often used to describe God's nature. It appears in Psalm 9:7, where the psalmist praises God's enduring presence. This word conveys the idea of something lasting forever.
Definition: 1) eminence, perpetuity, strength, victory, enduring, everlastingness 1a) eminence 1b) enduring of life 1c) endurance in time, perpetual, continual, unto the end 1d) everlastingness, ever
Usage: Occurs in 42 OT verses. KJV: alway(-s), constantly, end, ([phrase] n-) ever(more), perpetual, strength, victory. See also: 1 Samuel 15:29; Psalms 74:10; Psalms 9:7.
יִשָּׁכַ֣ח
shâkach
H7911
"to forget"
V-Niphal-Imperf-3ms
To forget something means to mislay it or be oblivious to it. This Hebrew word is used in the Bible to describe when people forget things, like God's commands. The KJV translates it as 'to forget' or 'at all'.
Definition: 1) to forget, ignore, wither 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to forget 1a2) to cease to care 1b) (Niphal) to be forgotten 1c) (Piel) to cause to forget 1d) (Hiphil) to make or cause to forget 1e) (Hithpael) to be forgotten Aramaic equivalent: she.khach (שְׁכַח "to find" H7912)
Usage: Occurs in 95 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] at all, (cause to) forget. See also: Genesis 27:45; Psalms 106:13; Psalms 9:13.
אֶבְי֑וֹן
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.
תִּקְוַ֥ת
tiqvâh
H8615
"cord"
N-fs
In Hebrew, this word for hope means a cord that attaches or expectancy, like waiting for something to happen. It appears in the Bible as a feeling of expectation or a thing someone longs for. The KJV translates it as hope or expectation.
Definition: cord
Usage: Occurs in 33 OT verses. KJV: expectation(-ted), hope, live, thing that I long for. See also: Joshua 2:18; Psalms 62:6; Psalms 9:19.
ענוים
ʻânâv
H6035
"poor"
Adj
To be poor or humble, often describing someone who is meek or weak. In the Bible, it can also mean to be afflicted or lowly, as seen in Matthew 5:5.
Definition: 1) poor, humble, afflicted, meek 1a) poor, needy 1b) poor and weak 1c) poor, weak and afflicted 1d) humble, lowly, meek
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: humble, lowly, meek, poor. Compare H6041 (עָנִי). See also: Numbers 12:3; Psalms 147:6; Psalms 9:13.
עֲ֝נִיִּ֗ים
ʻânîy
H6041
"afflicted"
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.
תֹּאבַ֥ד
ʼâbad
H6
"to perish"
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
To perish means to be destroyed or lost, whether it's a person, animal, or thing, like the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah in Genesis 19.
Definition: 1) perish, vanish, go astray, be destroyed 1a) (Qal) 1a1) perish, die, be exterminated 1a2) perish, vanish (fig.) 1a3) be lost, strayed 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to destroy, kill, cause to perish, to give up (as lost), exterminate 1b2) to blot out, do away with, cause to vanish, (fig.) 1b3) cause to stray, lose 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to destroy, put to death 1c1a) of divine judgment 1c2) object name of kings (fig.) Aramaic equivalent: a.vad (אֲבַד "to destroy" H0007)
Usage: Occurs in 174 OT verses. KJV: break, destroy(-uction), [phrase] not escape, fail, lose, (cause to, make) perish, spend, [idiom] and surely, take, be undone, [idiom] utterly, be void of, have no way to flee. See also: Exodus 10:7; Psalms 112:10; Psalms 1:6.
לָ/עַֽד
ʻad
H5703
"perpetuity"
Prep | N-ms
This Hebrew word means forever or eternity, describing something that has no end, like God's existence. It's used in the Bible to talk about things that last forever. In Genesis, it describes God's eternal nature.
Definition: 1) perpetuity, for ever, continuing future 1a) ancient (of past time) 1b) for ever (of future time) 1b1) of continuous existence 1c) for ever (of God's existence)
Usage: Occurs in 49 OT verses. KJV: eternity, ever(-lasting, -more), old, perpetually, [phrase] world without end. See also: Exodus 15:18; Psalms 111:3; Psalms 9:6.
Study Notes — Psalms 9:19
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 9:19 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 9:19
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 9:19
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 9:19
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 9:19
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 9:19
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 9:19
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 9:19
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 9:19
- Sermons on Psalms 9:19
Context — I Will Give Thanks to the LORD
17The wicked will return to Sheol— all the nations who forget God.
18For the needy will not always be forgotten; nor the hope of the oppressed forever dashed.
19Rise up, O LORD, do not let man prevail; let the nations be judged in Your presence.
20Lay terror upon them, O LORD; let the nations know they are but men. SelahCross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 3:7 | Arise, O LORD! Save me, O my God! Strike all my enemies on the jaw; break the teeth of the wicked. |
| 2 | Psalms 44:23 | Wake up, O Lord! Why are You sleeping? Arise! Do not reject us forever. |
| 3 | Psalms 7:6 | Arise, O LORD, in Your anger; rise up against the fury of my enemies. Awake, my God, and ordain judgment. |
| 4 | Psalms 74:22–23 | Rise up, O God; defend Your cause! Remember how the fool mocks You all day long. Do not disregard the clamor of Your adversaries, the uproar of Your enemies that ascends continually. |
| 5 | Psalms 44:26 | Rise up; be our help! Redeem us on account of Your loving devotion. |
| 6 | Psalms 10:12 | Arise, O LORD! Lift up Your hand, O God! Do not forget the helpless. |
| 7 | Isaiah 51:9 | Awake, awake, put on strength, O arm of the LORD. Wake up as in days past, as in generations of old. Was it not You who cut Rahab to pieces, who pierced through the dragon? |
| 8 | Psalms 149:7 | to inflict vengeance on the nations and punishment on the peoples, |
| 9 | Zephaniah 3:8 | Therefore wait for Me,” declares the LORD, “until the day I rise to testify. For My decision is to gather nations, to assemble kingdoms, to pour out upon them My indignation— all My burning anger. For all the earth will be consumed by the fire of My jealousy. |
| 10 | Psalms 79:6 | Pour out Your wrath on the nations that do not acknowledge You, on the kingdoms that refuse to call on Your name, |
Psalms 9:19 Summary
This verse is a prayer asking God to take action and bring justice to the world, because humans have become too proud and powerful. The psalmist wants God to remind everyone that He is the one in control, not humans. This is similar to what we see in Psalms 46:10, where God says 'Be still and know that I am God'. The psalmist is trusting that God will judge the nations fairly and bring hope to those who are oppressed, as mentioned in Psalms 9:18, where the hope of the oppressed is not forgotten by God.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for the LORD to 'rise up' in Psalms 9:19?
When the Bible says 'rise up', it means for God to take action, to intervene in the affairs of humanity, as seen in Psalms 12:5 and Isaiah 33:10, where God rises up to defend His people and bring justice.
Why does the psalmist ask God not to let man prevail?
The psalmist is asking God to limit human power and authority, recognizing that when humans are given too much power, they often abuse it and forget about God, as mentioned in Psalms 9:17, where the wicked forget God and face judgment.
What does it mean for the nations to be judged in God's presence?
This means that God will evaluate the actions and decisions of the nations, holding them accountable for their deeds, similar to what is described in Romans 14:12, where each person will give an account of themselves to God.
Is this verse asking God to punish all people?
No, this verse is asking God to bring justice and accountability to those who have forgotten Him and are oppressing the needy, as seen in the context of Psalms 9:17-18, where the wicked are judged, but the needy and oppressed are remembered by God.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I have seen God 'rise up' in my own life or in the lives of others?
- How can I, like the psalmist, cry out to God for justice and accountability in my community and in the world?
- In what ways do I need to remember that God is the ultimate judge of all people, and that He will hold me accountable for my actions?
- How can I balance the desire for God's justice with the need to show love and compassion to those around me, as seen in Matthew 5:7, where the merciful are blessed?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 9:19
Arise, O Lord,.... To the destruction of thine enemies, and the salvation of thy people; [See comments on Psalms 7:6]; let not man prevail; the man of sin, antichrist, that is, let him not always
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 9:19
Arise, O LORD; let not man prevail: let the heathen be judged in thy sight. Arise, O Lord: let not man prevail. "Man;" literally, weak, mortal man [ 'ªnowsh (H582), from 'aanash (H605), to be weak].
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 9:19
Psalms 9:19 Arise, O LORD; let not man prevail: let the heathen be judged in thy sight.Ver. 19. Arise, O Lord, let not man prevail] Prayers are the Church’ s weapons, her bombardae et instrumenta bellica (Luther), whereby she is terrible as an army with banners; she prays down her enemies.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 9:19
(19) Let not man prevail.—Better, let not mere man be defiant.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 9:19
Verse 19. Arise, O Lord] Let this be the time in which thou wilt deliver thy poor people under oppression and persecution.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 9:19
19, 20. This stanza should begin with Kaph, but (if the text is sound) the similar letter Qoph is substituted for it. [Kaph is prefixed to Psalms 9:18 in Dr Scrivener’s text; but this verse belongs to the stanza of Yod.] It is a prayer for further and still more complete judgment upon the nations, that they may be taught to know their human weakness. Arise, O Jehovah; let not mortal man wax strong: Let the nations be Judged in thy presence. Ordain terror for them, O Jehovah, Let the nations know they are but mortal. The word for ‘man’ (enôsh) denotes man in his weakness as contrasted with God (2 Chronicles 14:11; Job 4:17; Isaiah 51:7; Isaiah 51:12). ‘Strength’ is the prerogative of God (Psalms 62:11); though men and nations are apt to think that it is inherent in themselves (Psalms 52:7); and therefore the Psalmist prays that the proud antagonism of the nations may receive a salutary lesson. They are to be summoned to Jehovah’s presence and there judged.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 9:19
Arise, O Lord - See the notes at Psalms 3:7. Let not man prevail - Against thee and thy cause.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 9:19
19, 20. The closing strophe is an urgent call for hastening the righteous judgments of God.
Sermons on Psalms 9:19
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Peace in the Midst of the Storm by David Guzik | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on Psalm 3, where David laments the increase of his enemies, including his own son Absalom. David is troubled by the lack of loyalty from those |
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Psalm 5 by Carl Armerding | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of prayer and devotion to God. He shares personal experiences and insights from his 60 years of knowing the Lord. The speaker |
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My Hope When Love Has Gone Dry by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of unity and love within the church community. He quotes Ecclesiastes 4:12, which states that two people standing together ar |
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When Someone Lets You Down by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on his own experience of being deserted by his friends during a trial. He acknowledges that people can forsake you in difficult times, even tho |
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Prayer in the Time of Trouble by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith addresses the issue of seeking righteous judgment from God in the face of an ungodly nation. He begins by acknowledging the sad reality of a nati |
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Why God Allows Suffering by Roy Daniel | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the contrasting elements of the world we live in. He uses the analogy of two painters working on the same canvas, one creating a beautiful pi |
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The Breaking Point by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson addresses the struggles many Christians, particularly the youth, face at their breaking point, feeling overwhelmed by societal pressures, personal crises, and menta |