2 Samuel 22:39

Verse

I devoured and crushed them so they could not rise; they have fallen under my feet.

American Standard Version (1901)

And I have consumed them, and smitten them through, so that they cannot arise: Yea, they are fallen under my feet.

I have sent destruction on them and given them wounds, so that they are not able to get up: they are stretched under my feet.

Douay-Rheims 1899

I will consume them and break them in pieces, so that they shall not rise: they shall fall under my feet.

Free Bible Version

I struck them down—they couldn't get up. They fell at my feet.

Geneva Bible 1599

Yea, I haue consumed them and thrust them through, and they shall not arise, but shall fall vnder my feete.

King James (Authorized) Version

And I have consumed them, and wounded them, that they could not arise: yea, they are fallen under my feet.

Translation for Translators

I struck them down; I stabbed them with my sword; they fell down at my feet and did not stand up again.

Unlocked Literal Bible

I devoured them and smashed them; they cannot rise. They have fallen under my feet.

Noah Webster Bible

And I have consumed them, and wounded them, that they could not arise: yea, they have fallen under my feet.

World English Bible

I have consumed them, and struck them through, so that they can’t arise. Yes, they have fallen under my feet.

Young's Literal Translation

And I consume them, and smite them, And they rise not, and fall under my feet.

Context

David’s Song of Deliverance

³⁸I pursued my enemies and destroyed them; I did not turn back until they were consumed. ³⁹I devoured and crushed them so they could not rise; they have fallen under my feet.

Summary

This verse highlights God's empowerment of King David for battle, enabling him to overcome his enemies with strength and skill. It emphasizes that it is God who equips His people with the ability to conquer challenges and adversaries. The imagery of being girded with strength and making one's way perfect conveys the idea of divine preparation and guidance in times of struggle. Ultimately, this verse underscores the importance of relying on God's strength and guidance to achieve victory in life's battles.

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