Psalms 119:154
Psalms 119:154 in Multiple Translations
Defend my cause and redeem me; revive me according to Your word.
Plead my cause, and deliver me: quicken me according to thy word.
Plead thou my cause, and redeem me: Quicken me according to thy word.
Undertake my cause, and come to my help, give me life, as you have said.
Plead my case, and save me as you promised! Let me live!
Pleade my cause, and deliuer me: quicken me according vnto thy word.
Plead my plea, and redeem me, According to Thy saying quicken me.
Plead my cause, and redeem me! Revive me according to your promise.
Plead my cause, and deliver me: revive me according to thy word.
Defend me when others accuse me, and rescue me from them; allow me to continue to live, as you promised/said that you would.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 119:154
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Psalms 119:154 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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רִיבָ֣/ה
רִ֭יבִ/י
וּ/גְאָלֵ֑/נִי
לְ/אִמְרָתְ/ךָ֥
חַיֵּֽ/נִי
רִיבָ֣/ה
rîyb
H7378
to contend
V-Qal-Impv-2ms | Suff
רִ֭יבִ/י
rîyb
H7379
strife
N-cs | Suff
וּ/גְאָלֵ֑/נִי
gâʼal
H1350
to redeem
Conj | V-Qal-Impv-2ms | Suff
לְ/אִמְרָתְ/ךָ֥
ʼimrâh
H565
word
Prep | N-fs | Suff
חַיֵּֽ/נִי
châyâh
H2421
to live
V-Piel-Impv-2ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 119:154
רִיבָ֣/ה
rîyb
H7378
"to contend"
V-Qal-Impv-2ms | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to argue or contend with someone, like in a lawsuit or a heated debate. It is used in various forms, such as physically fighting or verbally complaining. This concept appears in books like Genesis and Exodus.
Definition: 1) to strive, contend 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to strive 1a1a) physically 1a1b) with words 1a2) to conduct a case or suit (legal), sue 1a3) to make complaint 1a4) to quarrel 1b) (Hiphil) to contend against
Usage: Occurs in 59 OT verses. KJV: adversary, chide, complain, contend, debate, [idiom] ever, [idiom] lay wait, plead, rebuke, strive, [idiom] thoroughly. See also: Genesis 26:20; Job 40:2; Psalms 35:1.
רִ֭יבִ/י
rîyb
H7379
"strife"
N-cs | Suff
This Hebrew word refers to a dispute or quarrel between people, which can be a physical fight or a verbal argument. It is often used to describe a lawsuit or controversy, and appears in books like Deuteronomy and Job.
Definition: 1) strife, controversy, dispute 1a) strife, quarrel 1b) dispute, controversy, case at law
Usage: Occurs in 60 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] adversary, cause, chiding, contend(-tion), controversy, multitude (from the margin), pleading, strife, strive(-ing), suit. See also: Genesis 13:7; Proverbs 17:1; Psalms 18:44.
וּ/גְאָלֵ֑/נִי
gâʼal
H1350
"to redeem"
Conj | V-Qal-Impv-2ms | Suff
This Hebrew word means redemption, describing the act of a kinsman buying back a relative's property or marrying their widow, as seen in the story of Boaz in Ruth.
Definition: : redeem 1) to redeem, act as kinsman-redeemer, avenge, revenge, ransom, do the part of a kinsman 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to act as kinsman, do the part of next of kin, act as kinsman-redeemer 1a1a) by marrying brother's widow to beget a child for him, to redeem from slavery, to redeem land, to exact vengeance 1a2) to redeem (by payment) 1a3) to redeem (with God as subject) 1a3a) individuals from death 1a3b) Israel from Egyptian bondage 1a3c) Israel from exile 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to redeem oneself 1b2) to be redeemed
Usage: Occurs in 84 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] in any wise, [idiom] at all, avenger, deliver, (do, perform the part of near, next) kinsfolk(-man), purchase, ransom, redeem(-er), revenger. See also: Genesis 48:16; Job 3:5; Psalms 19:15.
לְ/אִמְרָתְ/ךָ֥
ʼimrâh
H565
"word"
Prep | N-fs | Suff
In the Bible, this word means a threat or warning, often from God. It appears in the context of judgement or punishment. The KJV translates it as commandment, speech, or word.
Definition: 1) utterance, speech, word 1a) word of God (command and promise)
Usage: Occurs in 35 OT verses. KJV: commandment, speech, word. See also: Genesis 4:23; Psalms 119:116; Psalms 12:7.
חַיֵּֽ/נִי
châyâh
H2421
"to live"
V-Piel-Impv-2ms | Suff
To live or have life is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which can also mean to revive or be quickened. It is used in the Bible to describe God's power to sustain life and restore people to health, as seen in the stories of the prophets and Jesus' miracles.
Definition: 1) to live, have life, remain alive, sustain life, live prosperously, live for ever, be quickened, be alive, be restored to life or health 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to live 1a1a) to have life 1a1b) to continue in life, remain alive 1a1c) to sustain life, to live on or upon 1a1d) to live (prosperously) 1a2) to revive, be quickened 1a2a) from sickness 1a2b) from discouragement 1a2c) from faintness 1a2d) from death 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to preserve alive, let live 1b2) to give life 1b3) to quicken, revive, refresh 1b3a) to restore to life 1b3b) to cause to grow 1b3c) to restore 1b3d) to revive 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to preserve alive, let live 1c2) to quicken, revive 1c2a) to restore (to health) 1c2b) to revive 1c2c) to restore to life
Usage: Occurs in 239 OT verses. KJV: keep (leave, make) alive, [idiom] certainly, give (promise) life, (let, suffer to) live, nourish up, preserve (alive), quicken, recover, repair, restore (to life), revive, ([idiom] God) save (alive, life, lives), [idiom] surely, be whole. See also: Genesis 5:3; 2 Samuel 16:16; Psalms 22:27.
Study Notes — Psalms 119:154
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- Psalms 119:154 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 119:154
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 119:154
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 119:154
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 119:154
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 119:154
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 119:154
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 119:154
- Sermons on Psalms 119:154
Context — Your Word Is a Lamp to My Feet
152Long ago I learned from Your testimonies that You have established them forever.
153Look upon my affliction and rescue me, for I have not forgotten Your law.
154Defend my cause and redeem me; revive me according to Your word.
155Salvation is far from the wicked because they do not seek Your statutes. 156Great are Your mercies, O LORD; revive me according to Your ordinances.Cross References
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| 1 | Psalms 35:1 | Contend with my opponents, O LORD; fight against those who fight against me. |
| 2 | Jeremiah 50:34 | Their Redeemer is strong; the LORD of Hosts is His name. He will fervently plead their case so that He may bring rest to the earth, but turmoil to those who live in Babylon. |
| 3 | Micah 7:9 | Because I have sinned against Him, I must endure the rage of the LORD, until He argues my case and executes justice for me. He will bring me into the light; I will see His righteousness. |
| 4 | 1 Samuel 24:15 | May the LORD be our judge and decide between you and me. May He take notice and plead my case and deliver me from your hand.” |
| 5 | Psalms 119:25 | My soul cleaves to the dust; revive me according to Your word. |
| 6 | Psalms 119:40 | How I long for Your precepts! Revive me in Your righteousness. |
| 7 | Jeremiah 11:20 | O LORD of Hosts, who judges righteously, who examines the heart and mind, let me see Your vengeance upon them, for to You I have committed my cause. |
| 8 | Jeremiah 51:36 | Therefore this is what the LORD says: “Behold, I will plead your case and take vengeance on your behalf; I will dry up her sea and make her springs run dry. |
| 9 | Proverbs 22:23 | for the LORD will take up their case and will plunder those who rob them. |
| 10 | 1 John 2:1 | My little children, I am writing these things to you so that you will not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate before the Father—Jesus Christ, the Righteous One. |
Psalms 119:154 Summary
[Psalms 119:154 is a prayer where the writer asks God to defend him and redeem him, and then to revive him according to His word. This means the writer is asking God to protect him, save him, and then give him new life and strength through the Bible, as we see in (Psalms 119:25) and (Isaiah 40:31). The writer is trusting in God's power and promises to help him in his time of need. By praying this way, we can also trust in God's love and care for us, as shown in (John 3:16) and (Romans 8:28).]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to 'defend my cause' in Psalms 119:154?
To defend one's cause means to argue or plead on behalf of someone, in this case, the psalmist, who is seeking God's help and deliverance, as seen in Psalms 35:1 and Jeremiah 50:34.
How does God revive us according to His word?
God revives us by giving us new life and strength through His word, as promised in Isaiah 40:31 and Psalms 119:25, where the psalmist says God's word revives him.
What is the relationship between being redeemed and being revived?
Being redeemed and being revived are closely related, as seen in Psalms 119:154, where the psalmist asks God to both redeem and revive him, indicating that redemption leads to spiritual renewal and revitalization, as supported by Romans 6:4 and 2 Corinthians 5:17.
How can I apply Psalms 119:154 to my own life?
You can apply Psalms 119:154 to your life by praying for God's defense and redemption in times of trouble, and seeking to be revived by His word, as encouraged in Philippians 4:13 and Hebrews 4:12.
Reflection Questions
- In what ways do I need God to defend my cause and redeem me today?
- How has God's word revived me in the past, and how can I seek that revival again?
- What are some specific ways I can seek to be revived according to God's word, as mentioned in Psalms 119:154?
- How does my understanding of God's redemption and revival impact my daily life and relationships?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 119:154
Plead my cause, and deliver me,.... This shows that his affliction was chiefly from men, wicked, ungodly, and unreasonable men; such as were Saul and his courtiers, and a whole ungodly nation: his
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 119:154
Plead my cause, and deliver me: quicken me according to thy word. Plead my cause - (Psalms 35:1.) So David in respect to his enemy, Saul (1 Samuel 24:15).
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 119:154
Psalms 119:154 Plead my cause, and deliver me: quicken me according to thy word.Ver. 154. Plead my cause, and deliver me] Litiga litigium meum. Be both mine advocate and my redeemer.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 119:154
Verse 154. Plead my cause] ריבה ריבי ribah ribi. "Be my Advocate in my suit." Contend for us against the Babylonians, and bring us out of our bondage. According to thy word.] Spoken by thy prophets for our comfort and encouragement.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 119:154
154. Plead my cause] The dispute between him and his persecutors is represented as a lawsuit: will not Jehovah be his advocate? Cp. Psalms 35:1; Psalms 43:1; Isaiah 51:22. deliver me] Redeem me, as from bondage. Cp. Exodus 6:6; Exodus 15:13; Psalms 19:14, and the frequent description of Jehovah as Israel’s Redeemer from exile in Isaiah 40-66.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 119:154
Plead my cause ... - Undertake my cause, as an advocate does. See the notes at Psalms 35:1. Quicken me ... - Give me life. See the notes at Psalms 119:25.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 119:154
ø, Resh.153-160. Plead my cause—The prayer is here as if the honour of God were involved in the deliverance of those who put their trust in him. The pleading is, for that very reason, the more earnest.
Sermons on Psalms 119:154
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On Eagles' Wings Pt 509 by Don Courville | In this sermon, the speaker begins by discussing the importance of keeping God's word and how it leads to the perfection of God's love within us. He then introduces a goldfish and |
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(The Life of David) 03 Friends and Foes in David's Life by Denny Kenaston | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of spending time in fellowship with God in order to overcome the giants in our lives. He uses the example of David, who spent |
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Great Faith Over Great Fear - Psalm 46 by Michael Flowers | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the power and victory found in the word of God. They highlight the importance of understanding the prophetic message of Jesus and the impact |
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The Lord, Avenger of His People by Shane Idleman | Shane Idleman emphasizes the theme of God as the avenger of His people in his sermon based on Psalms 35, addressing the current societal challenges and moral decline. He highlights |
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The End Time by Watchman Nee | Watchman Nee emphasizes the urgency of prayer in the end times, highlighting that as the return of the Son of Man approaches, faith and prayer will be in short supply among believe |
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Exposition on Psalm 36 by St. Augustine | St. Augustine preaches about the dangers of ungodliness, emphasizing how the lack of fear of God leads to a willful ignorance of His commandments, resulting in a love for sin. He d |
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Psalm 35 by Henry Law | Henry Law preaches about the power of prayer and seeking God's help in times of need, drawing inspiration from the Psalms where David's cries for deliverance mirror Jesus' own pray |