Psalms 118:14
Psalms 118:14 in Multiple Translations
The LORD is my strength and my song, and He has become my salvation.
The LORD is my strength and song, and is become my salvation.
Jehovah is my strength and song; And he is become my salvation.
The Lord is my strength and my song; he has become my salvation.
The Lord is my strength, and the one I sing about. He is the one who saves me.
The Lord is my strength and song: for he hath beene my deliuerance.
My strength and song [is] Jah, And He is to me for salvation.
The LORD is my strength and song. He has become my salvation.
The LORD is my strength and song, and is become my salvation.
I have been delighted in the way of thy testimonies, as in all riches.
Yahweh is the one who makes me strong, and he is the one about whom I always sing; he has saved me from my enemies.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 118:14
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Psalms 118:14 Interlinear (Deep Study)
BIB
HEB
עָזִּ֣/י
וְ/זִמְרָ֣ת
יָ֑הּ
וַֽ/יְהִי
לִ֝֗/י
לִֽ/ישׁוּעָֽה
עָזִּ֣/י
ʻôz
H5797
strength
N-ms | Suff
וְ/זִמְרָ֣ת
zimrâth
H2176
song
Conj | N-fs
יָ֑הּ
Yâhh
H3050
LORD
N-proper
וַֽ/יְהִי
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
לִ֝֗/י
Prep | Suff
לִֽ/ישׁוּעָֽה
yᵉshûwʻâh
H3444
salvation
Prep | N-fs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 118:14
עָזִּ֣/י
ʻôz
H5797
"strength"
N-ms | Suff
Describes strength or might, including physical power, social status, or boldness, like the strength of God or a strong leader.
Definition: 1) might, strength 1a) material or physical 1b) personal or social or political
Usage: Occurs in 91 OT verses. KJV: boldness, loud, might, power, strength, strong. See also: Exodus 15:2; Psalms 84:6; Psalms 8:3.
וְ/זִמְרָ֣ת
zimrâth
H2176
"song"
Conj | N-fs
This word means song or instrumental music, implying praise. It is used to describe joyful music.
Definition: song of praise, song, music, melody
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: song. See also: Exodus 15:2; Psalms 118:14; Isaiah 12:2.
יָ֑הּ
Yâhh
H3050
"LORD"
N-proper
Jah is a shortened form of the name LORD, used in many compounds, such as names ending in -iah or -jah. It appears in the Bible as a way to refer to God.
Definition: A shortened form of the name ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068) used in many compounds as the letters 'Je' or 'jah'
Usage: Occurs in 46 OT verses. KJV: Jah, the Lord, most vehement. Compare names in '-iah,' '-jah.' See also: Exodus 15:2; Psalms 118:17; Psalms 68:5.
וַֽ/יְהִי
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
לִ֝֗/י
""
Prep | Suff
לִֽ/ישׁוּעָֽה
yᵉshûwʻâh
H3444
"salvation"
Prep | N-fs
Salvation means being saved or delivered from something, like trouble or danger, and can also mean victory or prosperity, as seen in the Bible's promises of God's deliverance.
Definition: 1) salvation, deliverance 1a) welfare, prosperity 1b) deliverance 1c) salvation (by God) 1d) victory
Usage: Occurs in 76 OT verses. KJV: deliverance, health, help(-ing), salvation, save, saving (health), welfare. See also: Genesis 49:18; Psalms 80:3; Psalms 3:3.
Study Notes — Psalms 118:14
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 118:14 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 118:14
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 118:14
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 118:14
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 118:14
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 118:14
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 118:14
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 118:14
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 118:14
- Sermons on Psalms 118:14
Context — The LORD Is on My Side
12They swarmed around me like bees, but they were extinguished like burning thorns; in the name of the LORD I cut them off.
13I was pushed so hard I was falling, but the LORD helped me.
14The LORD is my strength and my song, and He has become my salvation.
15Shouts of joy and salvation resound in the tents of the righteous: “The right hand of the LORD performs with valor! 16The right hand of the LORD is exalted! The right hand of the LORD performs with valor!”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Isaiah 12:2 | Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. For the LORD GOD is my strength and my song, and He also has become my salvation.” |
| 2 | 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. |
| 3 | Exodus 15:2–6 | The LORD is my strength and my song, and He has become my salvation. He is my God, and I will praise Him, my father’s God, and I will exalt Him. The LORD is a warrior, the LORD is His name. Pharaoh’s chariots and army He has cast into the sea; the finest of his officers are drowned in the Red Sea. The depths have covered them; they sank there like a stone. Your right hand, O LORD, is majestic in power; Your right hand, O LORD, has shattered the enemy. |
| 4 | Psalms 27:1 | The LORD is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life— whom shall I dread? |
| 5 | Matthew 1:21–23 | She will give birth to a Son, and you are to give Him the name Jesus, because He will save His people from their sins.” All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had said through the prophet: “Behold, the virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and they will call Him Immanuel” (which means, “God with us” ). |
| 6 | Isaiah 45:22–25 | Turn to Me and be saved, all the ends of the earth; for I am God, and there is no other. By Myself I have sworn; truth has gone out from My mouth, a word that will not be revoked: Every knee will bow before Me, every tongue will swear allegiance. Surely they will say of Me, ‘In the LORD alone are righteousness and strength.’” All who rage against Him will come to Him and be put to shame. In the LORD all descendants of Israel will be justified and will exult. |
| 7 | Isaiah 45:17 | But Israel will be saved by the LORD with an everlasting salvation; you will not be put to shame or humiliated, to ages everlasting. |
Psalms 118:14 Summary
[This verse means that God is the one who gives us the power to get through tough times, and He is also the one who brings us joy and happiness. He is our Savior, which means He saves us from our sins and helps us to live a life that pleases Him, as seen in Romans 5:8 and Psalms 37:39. When we trust in God, we can have confidence that He will help us and give us the strength we need, as promised in Philippians 4:13 and Isaiah 41:10. By trusting in God, we can experience His joy and peace, even in the midst of challenges.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for God to be our strength?
When the Bible says God is our strength, it means He gives us the power and ability to overcome challenges and difficulties, as seen in Psalms 28:7 and Isaiah 41:10, which remind us that God is our helper and supporter in times of need.
How can God be both our strength and our song?
God being our strength and song, as mentioned in Psalms 118:14, signifies that He not only empowers us but also brings us joy and gives us a reason to praise and worship Him, much like the psalmist in Psalms 100:1-5, who encourages us to make a joyful noise unto the Lord.
What does it mean for the Lord to become our salvation?
The Lord becoming our salvation, as stated in Psalms 118:14, refers to the act of God delivering us from sin and its consequences, as seen in John 3:16 and Acts 4:12, which highlight Jesus Christ as our Savior and the only way to salvation.
How can we apply this verse to our daily lives?
Applying Psalms 118:14 to our daily lives means recognizing God as our source of strength, our reason for joy, and our Savior, and living in a way that reflects this understanding, as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6, which reminds us to trust in the Lord with all our heart and lean not on our own understanding.
Reflection Questions
- In what ways have you experienced God as your strength in times of weakness or difficulty?
- How does recognizing God as your song and salvation impact your attitude and outlook on life?
- What are some ways you can express your praise and worship to God, acknowledging Him as your strength and salvation?
- How can you apply the truth of this verse to a challenging situation you are currently facing?
- In what ways can you trust God to be your strength and salvation, even when you don't see a way out of your difficulties?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 118:14
The Lord [is] my strength and song,.... It being in the name of the Lord the enemies of the psalmist were destroyed; and having obtained help of him when sore thrust at, he gives him all the glory,
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 118:14
I called upon the LORD in distress: the LORD answered me, and set me in a large place. -At the beginning (Psalms 118:5) and at the close of this division (Psalms 118:13-14) the salvation already received is described.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 118:14
My strength and song; the author of my strength, and therefore the just object of my song and praise. My salvation, i.e. my Saviour.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 118:14
Psalms 118:14 The LORD [is] my strength and song, and is become my salvation.Ver. 14. The Lord is my strength and song] i.e. The matter of my song, and mean of my joy. Trust in God shall once triumph.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 118:14
(14) Thou hast.—Better, Thou didst thrust and thrust at me. This sudden change of person and challenge of the foes themselves is very dramatic.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 118:14
14. The words, taken from the Song of Moses (Exodus 15:2; cp. Isaiah 12:2) recall the memory of Israel’s greatest deliverance, and imply that He Who brought them out of Egypt is still their Deliverer.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 118:14
The Lord is my strength and song - He is the source of strength to me; and he is the subject of my praise. There is no ground of praise in myself for anything that I have done, but all is due to him.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 118:14
14. The Lord is my strength—Borrowed from the song at the Red Sea.Exodus 15:2
Sermons on Psalms 118:14
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Isaiah 12:1 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith emphasizes that God is our salvation, explaining that true salvation comes from recognizing the binding and destructive nature of sin, which can only be overcome by God |
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The Lord My Song by Octavius Winslow | Octavius Winslow emphasizes that the Lord is our song and our portion, encouraging believers to cultivate a joyful and praiseful spirit. He highlights that praise is a vital expres |
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(The Word for Today) Isaiah 11:11 - Part 3 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith discusses the current state of the world and the need for God's intervention. He expresses concern over the increasing wickedness and rebellion a |
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Don't Lose Your Song by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of not losing one's song, referring to the joy and praise that comes from having a strong faith in God. The speaker reads from |
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(Names of Jehovah) 1. I Am by Roy Hession | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of confessing the negative aspects of our lives to God. He highlights that only by acknowledging our faults and weaknesses ca |
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The Gladness of God by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of experiencing the joy and gladness of the Lord. He encourages the congregation to come down from the balcony, any exit, or |
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Through the Bible - Isaiah - Part 1 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of delivering a strong message to people whose hearts are insensitive and ears are dull. He references Jesus quoting from Isai |