Psalms 115:11
Psalms 115:11 in Multiple Translations
You who fear the LORD, trust in the LORD! He is their help and shield.
Ye that fear the LORD, trust in the LORD: he is their help and their shield.
Ye that fear Jehovah, trust in Jehovah: He is their help and their shield.
You worshippers of the Lord, have faith in the Lord: he is their help and their breastplate.
Those who honor the Lord, trust in the Lord! He is the one who helps you and protects you.
Ye that feare the Lord, trust in the Lord: for he is their helper and their shield.
Ye fearing Jehovah, trust in Jehovah, 'Their help and their shield [is] He.'
You who fear the LORD, trust in the LORD! He is their help and their shield.
Ye that fear the LORD, trust in the LORD: he is their help and their shield.
All you who revere Yahweh, trust in him! He is the one who helps you and protects you like [MET] a shield.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 115:11
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Psalms 115:11 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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יִרְאֵ֣י
יְ֭הוָה
בִּטְח֣וּ
בַ/יהוָ֑ה
עֶזְרָ֖/ם
וּ/מָגִנָּ֣/ם
הֽוּא
יִרְאֵ֣י
yârêʼ
H3373
afraid
Adj
יְ֭הוָה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
בִּטְח֣וּ
bâṭach
H982
to trust
V-Qal-Impv-2mp
בַ/יהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
Prep | N-proper
עֶזְרָ֖/ם
ʻêzer
H5828
helper
N-ms | Suff
וּ/מָגִנָּ֣/ם
mâgên
H4043
shield
Conj | N-cs | Suff
הֽוּא
hûwʼ
H1931
he/she/it
Pron
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 115:11
יִרְאֵ֣י
yârêʼ
H3373
"afraid"
Adj
This word describes someone who is afraid or fearful, and is also used to convey a sense of reverence or respect. It's often translated as 'afraid' in the KJV. In the Bible, it's used to describe people's reactions to God or scary situations.
Definition: fearing, reverent, afraid
Usage: Occurs in 54 OT verses. KJV: afraid, fear (-ful). See also: Genesis 22:12; Psalms 103:17; Psalms 15:4.
יְ֭הוָה
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.
בִּטְח֣וּ
bâṭach
H982
"to trust"
V-Qal-Impv-2mp
To trust means to have confidence or faith in something or someone, like the Israelites trusting in God to lead them through the desert, as seen in Psalm 23.
Definition: 1) to trust 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to trust, trust in 1a2) to have confidence, be confident 1a3) to be bold 1a4) to be secure 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to trust, make secure 2) (TWOT) to feel safe, be careless
Usage: Occurs in 117 OT verses. KJV: be bold (confident, secure, sure), careless (one, woman), put confidence, (make to) hope, (put, make to) trust. See also: Deuteronomy 28:52; Psalms 118:8; Psalms 4:6.
בַ/יהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
Prep | 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.
עֶזְרָ֖/ם
ʻêzer
H5828
"helper"
N-ms | Suff
A helper or one who provides aid is the meaning of this word, used to describe someone who assists or supports others. It is used in the Psalms to express gratitude for God's help and in the book of Isaiah to describe God's aid to his people.
Definition: 1) help, succour 1a) help, succour 1b) one who helps
Usage: Occurs in 21 OT verses. KJV: help. See also: Genesis 2:18; Psalms 115:9; Psalms 20:3.
וּ/מָגִנָּ֣/ם
mâgên
H4043
"shield"
Conj | N-cs | Suff
A shield in biblical times, this word also symbolizes protection, like God being a shield to those who trust in Him, as seen in Psalm 3:3. It can also refer to a ruler or leader who defends their people.
Definition: shield, buckler
Usage: Occurs in 60 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] armed, buckler, defence, ruler, [phrase] scale, shield. See also: Genesis 15:1; Psalms 33:20; Psalms 3:4.
הֽוּא
hûwʼ
H1931
"he/she/it"
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.
Study Notes — Psalms 115:11
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- Psalms 115:11 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 115:11
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 115:11
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 115:11
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 115:11
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 115:11
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 115:11
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 115:11
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 115:11
- Sermons on Psalms 115:11
Context — To Your Name Be the Glory
9O Israel, trust in the LORD! He is their help and shield.
10O house of Aaron, trust in the LORD! He is their help and shield.
11You who fear the LORD, trust in the LORD! He is their help and shield.
12The LORD is mindful of us; He will bless us. He will bless the house of Israel; He will bless the house of Aaron; 13He will bless those who fear the LORD— small and great alike.Cross References
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| 1 | Proverbs 14:26 | He who fears the LORD is secure in confidence, and his children shall have a place of refuge. |
| 2 | Proverbs 30:5 | Every word of God is flawless; He is a shield to those who take refuge in Him. |
| 3 | Acts 10:35 | but welcomes those from every nation who fear Him and do what is right. |
| 4 | Revelation 19:5 | Then a voice came from the throne, saying: “Praise our God, all you who serve Him, and those who fear Him, small and great alike!” |
| 5 | Psalms 33:18 | Surely the eyes of the LORD are on those who fear Him, on those whose hope is in His loving devotion |
| 6 | Psalms 103:11 | For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is His loving devotion for those who fear Him. |
| 7 | Psalms 147:11 | The LORD is pleased with those who fear Him, who hope in His loving devotion. |
| 8 | Psalms 22:23 | You who fear the LORD, praise Him! All descendants of Jacob, honor Him! All offspring of Israel, revere Him! |
| 9 | Psalms 118:4 | Let those who fear the LORD say, “His loving devotion endures forever.” |
Psalms 115:11 Summary
This verse is encouraging us to trust in the LORD, because He is our help and shield. When we fear the LORD, we are showing respect and reverence for His power and authority, and this leads us to trust in Him. Just like Psalms 23:4 says, even when we walk through difficult times, we do not have to be afraid because the LORD is with us, and He will protect and guide us. By trusting in the LORD, we can have confidence that He will be our help and shield, and we can face whatever challenges come our way.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to fear the LORD in Psalms 115:11?
To fear the LORD means to have a deep respect and reverence for God, recognizing His power and authority, as seen in Psalms 111:10, which says that the fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom.
Why is trust in the LORD emphasized in this verse?
Trust in the LORD is emphasized because it is the natural response to fearing Him, and it allows us to receive His help and protection, as promised in Proverbs 3:5-6, which instructs us to trust in the LORD with all our heart.
What is the significance of the LORD being our help and shield?
The LORD being our help and shield means that He is our protector and defender, providing us with the strength and support we need to face life's challenges, as seen in Psalms 28:7, which says that the LORD is our strength and shield.
How can we apply this verse to our daily lives?
We can apply this verse by choosing to trust in the LORD and seek His help and protection in all circumstances, just as it is written in Psalms 37:3-4, which instructs us to trust in the LORD and do good, and to dwell in the land and feed on His faithfulness.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I struggle to trust in the LORD, and how can I surrender them to Him?
- How can I cultivate a deeper fear of the LORD, and what are some practical ways to demonstrate my reverence for Him?
- What are some ways that the LORD has been my help and shield in the past, and how can I thank Him for His faithfulness?
- How can I share the message of this verse with others, and encourage them to trust in the LORD?
- What are some specific challenges I am facing right now, and how can I apply the promise of this verse to those situations?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 115:11
Ye that fear the Lord, trust in the Lord,.... Which is said not to distinguish true saints from hypocrites, in Israel or in Aaron's house; rather to describe such who belonged to neither: but, as
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 115:11
Ye that fear the LORD, trust in the LORD: he is their help and their shield. Ye that fear the Lord, trust in the Lord. Reverential and filial fear of the Lord is close akin to trust in Him.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 115:11
All and every one of you who worship the true God, not only Aaronites and Israelites, but even Gentile proselytes, who are said to come to trust under the wings of the God of Israel, . And such there were many at this time in the church of Israel, whom therefore he fitly invites to trust God, because he is no less their than the Israelites’ help and shield, as it follows.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 115:11
Psalms 115:11 Ye that fear the LORD, trust in the LORD: he [is] their help and their shield.Ver. 11. Ye that fear the Lord] Peregrini ex omni populo, saith Aben Ezra, devout persons out of every nation dwelling among the Jews, though not absolute proselytes, Acts 2:5; Acts 10:2; Acts 13:16. Such also, fearing the Lord, are heirs of the promises; and therefore may boldly say, "The Lord is my helper, and I will not fear what man shall do unto me," Hebrews 13:6.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 115:11
Verse 11. Ye that fear the Lord] All real penitents, and sincere believers, trust in the Lord, in the almighty, omniscient, and infinitely good Jehovah. He is their help and shield] He is the succour, support, guardian, and defence of all who put their confidence in him.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 115:11
9–13. An exhortation to Israel to trust Jehovah, Who will surely bless His people.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 115:11
Ye that fear the Lord ... - All the people that reverence God; all his true worshippers.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 115:11
11. Ye that fear the Lord—This should not be applied to proselytes, as distinct from “Israel,” for the New Testament usage had not yet obtained. See Acts 13:16.
Sermons on Psalms 115:11
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Don't Panic by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes God's patience and invitation for His children to bring their concerns to Him, especially during times of crisis. He reassures that in moments of panic, |
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A Time to Do Nothing by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes the importance of waiting on God through the story of Saul, who, despite being anointed and blessed by God, fell into disobedience and despair when faced |
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Is Anything Too Hard for God by Shane Idleman | Shane Idleman emphasizes that nothing is too hard for God, using the biblical examples of Abraham and Sarah to illustrate God's power to fulfill His promises, even when circumstanc |
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The Fear of the Lord by Charles Stanley | Charles Stanley preaches on the importance of fearing the Lord, emphasizing that it involves appropriate awe and reverence for who God is, rather than terror. He highlights how the |
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Why Did Jonah Run? by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson explores the reasons behind Jonah's flight from God's command to preach to Nineveh, emphasizing Jonah's struggle with God's mercy and judgment. Despite being chosen |
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Not Enough Pens- nor Enough Paper (A Brief Look Into Jewish Persecution) Introduction by Robert Wurtz II | John Piper preaches on the importance of praising and honoring women who fear the Lord, using Proverbs 31:30 as the focal point. He highlights the acrostic structure of Proverbs 31 |
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Fear of God by Valsan Thampu | Valsan Thampu preaches on the importance of fearing the Lord, emphasizing that the fear of God empowers and liberates us from the fear of men, leading to a life of purpose and wisd |