Psalms 9:9
Psalms 9:9 in Multiple Translations
The LORD is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble.
The LORD also will be a refuge for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble.
Jehovah also will be a high tower for the oppressed, A high tower in times of trouble;
The Lord will be a high tower for those who are crushed down, a high tower in times of trouble;
The Lord is a place of safety for those who are oppressed, a fortress in times of trouble.
The Lord also wil be a refuge for the poore, a refuge in due time, euen in affliction.
And Jehovah is a tower for the bruised, A tower for times of adversity.
The LORD will also be a high tower for the oppressed; a high tower in times of trouble.
The LORD also will be a refuge for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble.
And he shall judge the world in equity, he shall judge the people in justice.
Yahweh will be a refuge for those who are oppressed; yes, he will be like a shelter for them when they have trouble.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 9:9
BAB
Word Study
Hover over any word to see its amplified meaning. Click a word to explore its full definition and translation comparisons.
Amplified text is generated using scripting to tie together English translations for comparison. Always refer to the core BSB translation and original Hebrew/Greek text for accuracy. Anomalies may occur.
Psalms 9:9 Interlinear (Deep Study)
BIB
HEB
וְ/ה֗וּא
יִשְׁפֹּֽט
תֵּבֵ֥ל
בְּ/צֶ֑דֶק
יָדִ֥ין
לְ֝אֻמִּ֗ים
בְּ/מֵישָׁרִֽים
וְ/ה֗וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
he/she/it
Conj | Pron
יִשְׁפֹּֽט
shâphaṭ
H8199
to judge
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
תֵּבֵ֥ל
têbêl
H8398
world
N-fs
בְּ/צֶ֑דֶק
tsedeq
H6664
Righteousness
Prep | N-ms
יָדִ֥ין
dîyn
H1777
to judge
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
לְ֝אֻמִּ֗ים
lᵉʼôm
H3816
people
N-mp
בְּ/מֵישָׁרִֽים
mêyshâr
H4339
uprightness
Prep | N-mp
Hebrew Word Study
Select any word above to explore its original meaning, root, and usage across Scripture.
Use ← → arrow keys to navigate between words.
Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 9:9
וְ/ה֗וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
"he/she/it"
Conj | Pron
This word is a pronoun meaning 'he', 'she', or 'it', used to refer to a person or thing. It is used in the Bible to emphasize a subject or make it clear who is being talked about.
Definition: pron 3p s 1) he, she, it 1a) himself (with emphasis) 1b) resuming subj with emphasis 1c) (with minimum emphasis following predicate) 1d) (anticipating subj) 1e) (emphasising predicate) 1f) that, it (neuter) demons pron 2) that (with article)
Usage: Occurs in 1693 OT verses. KJV: he, as for her, him(-self), it, the same, she (herself), such, that (...it), these, they, this, those, which (is), who. See also: Genesis 2:11; Genesis 32:19; Exodus 21:3.
יִשְׁפֹּֽט
shâphaṭ
H8199
"to judge"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
To shaphat means to judge or govern, and can also mean to vindicate or punish. In the Bible, this term is often used to describe God's role as a judge, as well as human judges and rulers.
Definition: 1) to judge, govern, vindicate, punish 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to act as law-giver or judge or governor (of God, man) 1a1a) to rule, govern, judge 1a2) to decide controversy (of God, man) 1a3) to execute judgment 1a3a) discriminating (of man) 1a3b) vindicating 1a3c) condemning and punishing 1a3d) at theophanic advent for final judgment 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to enter into controversy, plead, have controversy together 1b2) to be judged 1c) (Poel) judge, opponent-at-law (participle)
Usage: Occurs in 182 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] avenge, [idiom] that condemn, contend, defend, execute (judgment), (be a) judge(-ment), [idiom] needs, plead, reason, rule. See also: Genesis 16:5; Psalms 9:5; Psalms 2:10.
תֵּבֵ֥ל
têbêl
H8398
"world"
N-fs
The Hebrew word for world, it refers to the earth and its inhabitants. In the Bible, it's used to describe the world God created, like in Psalm 24, which says the earth belongs to God.
Definition: world
Usage: Occurs in 36 OT verses. KJV: habitable part, world. See also: 1 Samuel 2:8; Psalms 97:4; Psalms 9:9.
בְּ/צֶ֑דֶק
tsedeq
H6664
"Righteousness"
Prep | N-ms
Represents the idea of righteousness or justice, often referring to God's character or the standard for human behavior. It is closely tied to the concept of morality and what is right. The word is used to describe the ideal for human conduct and society.
Definition: This name means justice, righteousness Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 112 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] even, ([idiom] that which is altogether) just(-ice), (un-)right(-eous) (cause, -ly, -ness). See also: Leviticus 19:15; Psalms 119:138; Psalms 4:2.
יָדִ֥ין
dîyn
H1777
"to judge"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
To judge or plead a cause is the meaning of this Hebrew word, used to describe acting as a judge or governing.
Definition: 1) to judge, contend, plead 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to act as judge, minister judgment 1a2) to plead a cause 1a3) to execute judgment, requite, vindicate 1a4) to govern 1a5) to contend, strive 1b) (Niphal) to be at strife, quarrel Aramaic equivalent: din (דִּין "to judge" H1778)
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: (come) with a straight course. See also: Genesis 6:3; Psalms 72:2; Psalms 7:9.
לְ֝אֻמִּ֗ים
lᵉʼôm
H3816
"people"
N-mp
This word refers to a community or nation of people. It is used in the Bible to describe a group of people who share a common identity or culture. The KJV translates it as 'nation' or 'people'.
Definition: a people, nation
Usage: Occurs in 31 OT verses. KJV: nation, people. See also: Genesis 25:23; Proverbs 11:26; Psalms 2:1.
בְּ/מֵישָׁרִֽים
mêyshâr
H4339
"uprightness"
Prep | N-mp
Uprightness refers to being fair and just, as seen in the Bible. It can also mean smoothness or straightness, often used to describe doing things rightly.
Definition: 1) evenness, uprightness, straightness, equity 1a) evenness, level, smoothness 1b) uprightness, equity 1c) rightly (as adv)
Usage: Occurs in 19 OT verses. KJV: agreement, aright, that are equal, equity, (things that are) right(-eously, things), sweetly, upright(-ly, -ness). See also: 1 Chronicles 29:17; Proverbs 2:9; Psalms 9:9.
Study Notes — Psalms 9:9
Show Verse Quote Highlights
- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 9:9 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 9:9
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 9:9
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 9:9
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 9:9
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 9:9
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 9:9
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 9:9
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 9:9
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 9:9
- Sermons on Psalms 9:9
Context — I Will Give Thanks to the LORD
7But the LORD abides forever; He has established His throne for judgment.
8He judges the world with justice; He governs the people with equity.
9The LORD is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble.
10Those who know Your name trust in You, for You, O LORD, have not forsaken those who seek You. 11Sing praises to the LORD, who dwells in Zion; proclaim His deeds among the nations.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Proverbs 18:10 | The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe. |
| 2 | Psalms 91:1–2 | He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say to the LORD, “You are my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” |
| 3 | Nahum 1:7 | The LORD is good, a stronghold in the day of distress; He cares for those who trust in Him. |
| 4 | Psalms 32:7 | You are my hiding place. You protect me from trouble; You surround me with songs of deliverance. Selah |
| 5 | Psalms 46:1 | God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble. |
| 6 | Psalms 62:8 | Trust in Him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts before Him. God is our refuge. Selah |
| 7 | Psalms 37:39 | The salvation of the righteous is from the LORD; He is their stronghold in time of trouble. |
| 8 | Psalms 18:2 | The LORD is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer. My God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. |
| 9 | Isaiah 8:14 | And He will be a sanctuary— but to both houses of Israel a stone of stumbling and a rock of offense, to the dwellers of Jerusalem a trap and a snare. |
| 10 | Luke 13:34 | O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, who kills the prophets and stones those sent to her, how often I have longed to gather your children together as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, but you were unwilling! |
Psalms 9:9 Summary
According to Psalms 9:9, God is a safe and protective place for people who are being treated unfairly or are in trouble, much like a shelter from a storm. This means that when we are facing difficult circumstances, we can run to God and trust that He will take care of us, as seen in Psalms 34:17-18. God is like a rock that we can stand on, strong and unshakeable, and He will help us through our troubles, as described in Psalms 18:2 and Psalms 46:1. By trusting in God's character and nature, we can have confidence that He will be our refuge and stronghold, and we can share this hope with others who are suffering.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for God to be a refuge for the oppressed?
According to Psalms 9:9, God is a safe haven for those who are suffering or being treated unfairly, providing them with protection and comfort, as seen in Psalms 34:17-18 where it says that God will deliver the righteous out of all their troubles.
How does God provide a stronghold in times of trouble?
As stated in Psalms 9:9, God provides a stronghold in times of trouble by being a rock of strength and stability, as seen in Psalms 18:2 where it says that God is the rock of salvation, and in Psalms 46:1 where it says that God is the refuge and strength of the believer.
What is the relationship between knowing God's name and trusting in Him?
As seen in Psalms 9:10, knowing God's name is closely tied to trusting in Him, as those who know His name trust in Him because they understand His character and nature, as described in Exodus 34:6-7 where God reveals His name and character to Moses.
How does this verse relate to God's judgment and governance?
This verse is closely related to God's judgment and governance, as seen in Psalms 9:7-8, where it says that God judges the world with justice and governs the people with equity, providing a foundation for why God is a refuge for the oppressed and a stronghold in times of trouble, as He is a just and fair God.
Reflection Questions
- In what ways have I experienced God as a refuge for the oppressed or a stronghold in times of trouble, and how can I share this with others?
- How can I trust in God's character and nature, especially when I am facing difficult circumstances, as described in Psalms 9:10?
- What are some ways that I can be a reflection of God's refuge and stronghold to those around me who are suffering or in need, as seen in Matthew 25:31-46 where Jesus teaches about serving the least of these?
- How can I deepen my understanding of God's name and character, and what impact would this have on my trust in Him, as seen in Psalms 9:10 and Exodus 34:6-7?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 9:9
The Lord also will be a refuge for the oppressed,.... The poor and weak, such as have no might nor power, and are thrown down and trampled upon, as the word (i) signifies; and such are the people of God.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 9:9
And he shall judge the world in righteousness, he shall minister judgment to the people in uprightness.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 9:9
God will not only judge the world at the last day, and then give sentence for his people against their enemies, but even at present he will give them his protection.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 9:9
Psalms 9:9 The LORD also will be a refuge for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble.Ver. 9. The Lord also will be a refuge, &c.] Heb. a high tower, edita, arx, wherein men are secured, and escape the impressions of an enemy. The very lame and blind, those most shiftless creatures, when they had gotten stronghold of Zion over their heads, thought that then they might securely scorn David and his host, 2 Samuel 5:6-7; yet their hold failed them. So did the tower of Shechem those that ran into it. Not so the Almighty his poor oppressed. Universal experience sealeth to this truth; neither can one instance be given of the contrary. Higgaion. Selah. It is reported of the Egyptians, that, living in the fens, and being vexed with gnats, they use to sleep in high towers, whereby, those creatures not being able to soar so high they are delivered from the biting of them (Herod. lib. 2); so would it be with us, when bitten with cares and fears, did we but run to God for refuge, and rest confident in his help.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 9:9
(9) The Lord also.—Better, but let Jehovah. Refuge.—Properly, a stronghold: a citadel into which the persecuted would retreat. Oppressed.—Properly, crushed.Trouble.—From root meaning “to cut off from.” Sc., “provisions,” “water,” and the like. Its cognate in Jeremiah 14:1; Jeremiah 17:8, means “drought.” The phrase “in times of trouble” recurs in Psalms 10:1.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 9:9
Verse 9. A refuge] משגב misgab, a high place, where their enemies can neither reach nor see them. He who has God for his portion has all safety in him.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 9:9
7–10. A stanza of four verses, each (as the text stands) beginning with the letter Vâv. But Psalms 9:7 may originally have begun with Hç. [In Dr Scrivener’s text Hç is prefixed to Psalms 9:6; but this verse should belong to the stanza of Gimel). The eternity of Jehovah’s sovereignty is contrasted with the annihilation of His enemies: the righteousness of His rule with the injustice of the wicked.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 9:9
The Lord also will be a refuge - Margin, an high place. The margin expresses the more exact sense of the, Hebrew word - משׂגב miśgâb.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 9:9
7-10. The eternity of God, his universal dominion, and his discriminating judgments, which preserve the righteous and encourage trust in him, are here contrasted with the view just given of the
Sermons on Psalms 9:9
| Sermon | Description | |
|---|---|---|
|
God Has Not Passed You By by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher addresses the issue of greed in various aspects of society, including individuals, ministries, churches, and even high priests. The preacher expresses |
|
|
God Has Not Passed You - Part 1 by David Wilkerson | This sermon emphasizes that even in the darkest times, God has not forsaken His people. It draws parallels from the story in 1 Samuel where a widow faced immense pain and loss, fee |
|
|
Put Your Life in the Hands by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher uses a metaphor of a stagecoach running out of control to illustrate the need for Jesus to take control of our lives. He describes how in the Wild West |
|
The Refuge for the Oppressed by J.C. Philpot | J.C. Philpot preaches about the Lord being a refuge for the oppressed in times of trouble, emphasizing the need for a personal experience with God's perfections, seeking Him sincer |
|
All Hope and Trust Are to Be Fixed in God Alone by Thomas a Kempis | Thomas a Kempis preaches about the unwavering trust and comfort found in God alone, emphasizing that true happiness and peace come from being in His presence. He acknowledges that |
|
The Lord, the Saints' Avenger by Octavius Winslow | Octavius Winslow emphasizes that God is the Avenger of the oppressed, standing firmly with the saints against injustice and oppression. He illustrates this with a missionary story |
|
The Name of Jehovah by Chuck Smith | This sermon focuses on the significance of the name Jehovah as a strong tower where the righteous can find safety and refuge. It delves into various compound names of Jehovah found |