Psalms 103:6
Psalms 103:6 in Multiple Translations
The LORD executes righteousness and justice for all the oppressed.
The LORD executeth righteousness and judgment for all that are oppressed.
Jehovah executeth righteous acts, And judgments for all that are oppressed.
The Lord gives decisions in righteousness for all who are in trouble.
The Lord does what is right, and vindicates those who are exploited.
The Lord executeth righteousnes and iudgement to all that are oppressed.
Jehovah is doing righteousness and judgments For all the oppressed.
The LORD executes righteous acts, and justice for all who are oppressed.
The LORD executeth righteousness and judgment for all that are oppressed.
The deep like a garment is its clothing: above the mountains shall the waters stand.
Yahweh judges justly and ◄vindicates/does what is right for► all those who have been treated unfairly.
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Psalms 103:6 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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עֹשֵׂ֣ה
צְדָק֣וֹת
יְהוָ֑ה
וּ֝/מִשְׁפָּטִ֗ים
לְ/כָל
עֲשׁוּקִֽים
עֹשֵׂ֣ה
ʻâsâh
H6213
to make
V-Qal
צְדָק֣וֹת
tsᵉdâqâh
H6666
righteousness
N-fp
יְהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
וּ֝/מִשְׁפָּטִ֗ים
mishpâṭ
H4941
justice
Conj | N-mp
לְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
all
Prep | N-ms
עֲשׁוּקִֽים
ʻâshaq
H6231
to oppress
V-Qal-Inf-c
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 103:6
עֹשֵׂ֣ה
ʻâsâh
H6213
"to make"
V-Qal
This verb means to make or do something, and is used over 2,600 times in the Bible. It is first used in Genesis 1:7 to describe God's creation of the world and is also used in Exodus 31:5 to describe the work of skilled craftsmen.
Definition: : make(OBJECT) 1) to do, fashion, accomplish, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to do, work, make, produce 1a1a) to do 1a1b) to work 1a1c) to deal (with) 1a1d) to act, act with effect, effect 1a2) to make 1a2a) to make 1a2b) to produce 1a2c) to prepare 1a2d) to make (an offering) 1a2e) to attend to, put in order 1a2f) to observe, celebrate 1a2g) to acquire (property) 1a2h) to appoint, ordain, institute 1a2i) to bring about 1a2j) to use 1a2k) to spend, pass 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be done 1b2) to be made 1b3) to be produced 1b4) to be offered 1b5) to be observed 1b6) to be used 1c) (Pual) to be made
Usage: Occurs in 2286 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 34:19; Exodus 18:24.
צְדָק֣וֹת
tsᵉdâqâh
H6666
"righteousness"
N-fp
Encompasses the idea of righteousness, including justice, virtue, and morality, often describing God's attribute or the standard for human behavior. It is used to describe the ideal for personal conduct and societal norms, emphasizing the importance of living a righteous life.
Definition: 1) justice, righteousness 1a) righteousness (in government) 1a1) of judge, ruler, king 1a2) of law 1a3) of Davidic king Messiah 1b) righteousness (of God's attribute) 1c) righteousness (in a case or cause) 1d) righteousness, truthfulness 1e) righteousness (as ethically right) 1f) righteousness (as vindicated), justification, salvation 1f1) of God 1f2) prosperity (of people) 1g) righteous acts Aramaic equivalent: tsid.qah (צִדְקָה "righteousness" H6665)
Usage: Occurs in 150 OT verses. KJV: justice, moderately, right(-eous) (act, -ly, -ness). See also: Genesis 15:6; Proverbs 16:31; Psalms 5:9.
יְהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
וּ֝/מִשְׁפָּטִ֗ים
mishpâṭ
H4941
"justice"
Conj | N-mp
Mishpat means justice or judgment, and is often used to describe God's righteous judgment, as well as human laws and decisions, in books like Deuteronomy and Isaiah.
Definition: : judgement/punishment 1) judgment, justice, ordinance 1a) judgment 1a1) act of deciding a case 1a2) place, court, seat of judgment 1a3) process, procedure, litigation (before judges) 1a4) case, cause (presented for judgment) 1a5) sentence, decision (of judgment) 1a6) execution (of judgment) 1a7) time (of judgment) 1b) justice, right, rectitude (attributes of God or man) 1c) ordinance 1d) decision (in law) 1e) right, privilege, due (legal) 1f) proper, fitting, measure, fitness, custom, manner, plan
Usage: Occurs in 406 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] adversary, ceremony, charge, [idiom] crime, custom, desert, determination, discretion, disposing, due, fashion, form, to be judged, judgment, just(-ice, -ly), (manner of) law(-ful), manner, measure, (due) order, ordinance, right, sentence, usest, [idiom] worthy, [phrase] wrong. See also: Genesis 18:19; 1 Kings 2:3; Psalms 1:5.
לְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
עֲשׁוּקִֽים
ʻâshaq
H6231
"to oppress"
V-Qal-Inf-c
To oppress means to press upon or defraud someone, often violently. It is used to describe wrongdoing in the Bible, such as in the book of Exodus.
Definition: 1) to press upon, oppress, violate, defraud, do violence, get deceitfully, wrong, extort 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to oppress, wrong, extort 1a2) to oppress 1b) (Pual) to be exploited, be crushed
Usage: Occurs in 35 OT verses. KJV: get deceitfully, deceive, defraud, drink up, (use) oppress(-ion), -or), do violence (wrong). See also: Leviticus 5:21; Proverbs 14:31; Psalms 72:4.
Study Notes — Psalms 103:6
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- Psalms 103:6 Summary
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 103:6
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 103:6
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 103:6
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 103:6
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 103:6
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 103:6
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 103:6
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 103:6
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 103:6
- Sermons on Psalms 103:6
Context — Bless the LORD, O My Soul
4who redeems your life from the Pit and crowns you with loving devotion and compassion,
5who satisfies you with good things, so that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s.
6The LORD executes righteousness and justice for all the oppressed.
7He made known His ways to Moses, His deeds to the people of Israel. 8The LORD is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in loving devotion.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 9:9 | The LORD is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. |
| 2 | Psalms 12:5 | “For the cause of the oppressed and for the groaning of the needy, I will now arise,” says the LORD. “I will bring safety to him who yearns.” |
| 3 | Psalms 72:12 | For he will deliver the needy who cry out and the afflicted who have no helper. |
| 4 | Psalms 146:7 | He executes justice for the oppressed and gives food to the hungry. The LORD sets the prisoners free, |
| 5 | Proverbs 14:31 | Whoever oppresses the poor taunts their Maker, but whoever is kind to the needy honors Him. |
| 6 | Deuteronomy 24:14–15 | Do not oppress a hired hand who is poor and needy, whether he is a brother or a foreigner residing in one of your towns. You are to pay his wages each day before sunset, because he is poor and depends on them. Otherwise he may cry out to the LORD against you, and you will be guilty of sin. |
| 7 | Psalms 109:31 | For He stands at the right hand of the needy one, to save him from the condemners of his soul. |
| 8 | Proverbs 22:22–23 | Do not rob a poor man because he is poor, and do not crush the afflicted at the gate, for the LORD will take up their case and will plunder those who rob them. |
| 9 | James 2:6 | But you have dishonored the poor. Is it not the rich who oppress you and drag you into court? |
| 10 | Micah 2:1–3 | Woe to those who devise iniquity and plot evil on their beds! At morning’s light they accomplish it because the power is in their hands. They covet fields and seize them; they take away houses. They deprive a man of his home, a fellow man of his inheritance. Therefore this is what the LORD says: “I am planning against this nation a disaster from which you cannot free your necks. Then you will not walk so proudly, for it will be a time of calamity. |
Psalms 103:6 Summary
[Psalms 103:6 tells us that God is a God of justice and righteousness, who actively works to bring about what is right and just for those who are being treated unfairly or cruelly. This means that God is always working to protect and care for those who are vulnerable and powerless, as seen in Deuteronomy 10:18. We can trust that God is always working for our good, even when things seem unfair or difficult, as promised in Romans 8:28. As we reflect on God's character, we can have hope and comfort, knowing that He is a God of love and justice.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that God executes righteousness and justice for the oppressed?
This means that God actively works to bring about what is right and just for those who are being treated unfairly or cruelly, as seen in Psalms 103:6, and is a demonstration of His character as described in Psalms 37:28 and Deuteronomy 10:18.
Who are the oppressed that God helps?
The oppressed include anyone who is being treated unfairly or cruelly, such as the poor, the widow, the orphan, and the foreigner, as mentioned in Deuteronomy 10:18 and Jeremiah 22:3.
How does God execute righteousness and justice?
God executes righteousness and justice through various means, including punishing the wicked, as seen in Proverbs 11:21, and rescuing the righteous, as seen in Psalms 37:40, and also through the work of His people, as commanded in Micah 6:8 and Isaiah 1:17.
What is the significance of God's execution of righteousness and justice?
The significance of God's execution of righteousness and justice is that it demonstrates His love and care for all people, especially those who are vulnerable and powerless, as seen in Psalms 103:6, and it also serves as a reminder of His holy and just character, as described in Exodus 34:6-7 and Leviticus 19:15-16.
Reflection Questions
- In what ways have I seen God execute righteousness and justice in my own life or in the lives of others?
- How can I, as a follower of God, participate in executing righteousness and justice for the oppressed?
- What are some ways that I can pray for and support those who are being treated unfairly or cruelly?
- How does the knowledge of God's execution of righteousness and justice bring me comfort and hope in times of trouble or hardship?
- In what ways can I reflect God's character of righteousness and justice in my own relationships and interactions with others?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 103:6
The Lord executeth righteousness and judgment for all that are oppressed.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 103:6
The LORD executeth righteousness and judgment for all that are oppressed.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 103:6
Which being a singular perfection, and that wherein most of the princes of the world were and are defective, is justly celebrated in God.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 103:6
Psalms 103:6 The LORD executeth righteousness and judgment for all that are oppressed.Ver. 6. The Lord executeth, &c.] The words are both plural, to show that God will execute omnimodam iustitiamet iudicium, all and all manner of justice and judgment, relieving the oppressed, and punishing the oppressor to the full.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 103:6
(6) Oppressed.—From individual the poet passes to national mercies, and goes back to the memorable manifestations of Divine favour vouchsafed to Moses.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 103:6
Verse 6. The Lord executeth] This shall be done because the Lord will avenge his elect who have cried unto him day and night for his deliverance: "He is slow to anger;" but he will punish. "He is plenteous in mercy," and he will save. The persevering sinner shall be destroyed; the humble penitent shall be saved.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 103:6
6–10. Jehovah’s gracious dealings with men illustrated from the experience of Israel.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 103:6
The Lord executeth righteousness and judgment - That is, “justice.” He sees that justice is done to the oppressed. He is on their side.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 103:6
6. Righteousness and judgment—See note on Psalms 72:1. For all— For God is no respecter of persons.
Sermons on Psalms 103:6
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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Spiritual Depression by Carter Conlon | This sermon addresses spiritual depression among the godly, emphasizing the challenges faced in a society marked by godlessness and the need to trust in God's promises. It draws pa |