2 Samuel 22:49

Verse

who frees me from my enemies. You exalt me above my foes; You rescue me from violent men.

American Standard Version (1901)

And that bringeth me forth from mine enemies: Yea, thou liftest me up above them that rise up against me; Thou deliverest me from the violent man.

Bible in Basic English

He makes me free from my haters: I am lifted up over those who come up against me: you have made me free from the violent man.

Douay-Rheims 1899

Who bringest me forth from my enemies, and liftest me up from them that resist me: from the wicked man thou shalt deliver me.

Free Bible Version

He frees me from those who hate me. You keep me safe from those who rebel against me, you save me from violent men.

Geneva Bible 1599

And rescueth me from mine enemies: (thou also hast lift me vp from them that rose against me, thou hast deliuered me from the cruell man.

King James (Authorized) Version

And that bringeth me forth from mine enemies: thou also hast lifted me up on high above them that rose up against me: thou hast delivered me from the violent man.

Translation for Translators

You delivered me from my enemies; you caused me to be honored more than they were; you rescued me from men who always acted violently.

Unlocked Literal Bible

He sets me free from my enemies. Indeed, you lifted me up above those who rose up against me. You rescue me from violent men.

Noah Webster Bible

And that bringeth me forth from my enemies: thou also hast lifted me up on high above them that rose up against me: thou hast delivered me from the violent man.

World English Bible

who brings me away from my enemies. Yes, you lift me up above those who rise up against me. You deliver me from the violent man.

Young's Literal Translation

And bringing me forth from mine enemies, Yea, above my withstanders Thou raisest me up. From a man of violence Thou deliverest me.

Context

David’s Song of Deliverance

⁴⁸the God who avenges me and brings down nations beneath me, ⁴⁹who frees me from my enemies. You exalt me above my foes; You rescue me from violent men. ⁵⁰Therefore I will praise You, O LORD, among the nations; I will sing praises to Your name.

Summary

This verse acknowledges the greatness of God as the one who delivers David from his enemies. It highlights David's trust in God's protection and strength, attributing all victories to the Lord. The verse reflects David's deep faith and reliance on God's power in times of trouble, serving as a reminder of the importance of seeking refuge in the Almighty. It also underscores the theme of divine deliverance throughout David's life, showcasing God's faithfulness and sovereignty in preserving His chosen ones.

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