Psalms 147:15
Psalms 147:15 in Multiple Translations
He sends forth His command to the earth; His word runs swiftly.
He sendeth forth his commandment upon earth: his word runneth very swiftly.
He sendeth out his commandment upon earth; His word runneth very swiftly.
He sends out his orders to the earth; his word goes out quickly.
He sends his commands around the world—they're quickly implemented.
He sendeth foorth his commandement vpon earth, and his worde runneth very swiftly.
Who is sending forth His saying [on] earth, Very speedily doth His word run.
He sends out his commandment to the earth. His word runs very swiftly.
He sendeth forth his commandment upon earth: his word runneth very swiftly.
He commands what he wants to be done on the earth, and his words quickly come to the place to which he sends them.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 147:15
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Psalms 147:15 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
הַ/שֹּׁלֵ֣חַ
אִמְרָת֣/וֹ
אָ֑רֶץ
עַד
מְ֝הֵרָ֗ה
יָר֥וּץ
דְּבָרֽ/וֹ
הַ/שֹּׁלֵ֣חַ
shâlach
H7971
to send
Art | V-Qal
אִמְרָת֣/וֹ
ʼimrâh
H565
word
N-fs | Suff
אָ֑רֶץ
ʼerets
H776
land
N-cs
עַד
ʻad
H5704
till
Prep
מְ֝הֵרָ֗ה
mᵉhêrâh
H4120
haste
N-fs
יָר֥וּץ
rûwts
H7323
to run
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
דְּבָרֽ/וֹ
dâbâr
H1697
Chronicles
N-ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 147:15
הַ/שֹּׁלֵ֣חַ
shâlach
H7971
"to send"
Art | V-Qal
To send or depart is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which has various applications in the Bible. It can describe sending someone or something away, or letting something go.
Definition: : depart/send 1) to send, send away, let go, stretch out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to send 1a2) to stretch out, extend, direct 1a3) to send away 1a4) to let loose 1b) (Niphal) to be sent 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to send off or away or out or forth, dismiss, give over, cast out 1c2) to let go, set free 1c3) to shoot forth (of branches) 1c4) to let down 1c5) to shoot 1d) (Pual) to be sent off, be put away, be divorced, be impelled 1e) (Hiphil) to send
Usage: Occurs in 790 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] any wise, appoint, bring (on the way), cast (away, out), conduct, [idiom] earnestly, forsake, give (up), grow long, lay, leave, let depart (down, go, loose), push away, put (away, forth, in, out), reach forth, send (away, forth, out), set, shoot (forth, out), sow, spread, stretch forth (out). See also: Genesis 3:22; Exodus 9:27; Joshua 14:11.
אִמְרָת֣/וֹ
ʼimrâh
H565
"word"
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.
אָ֑רֶץ
ʼerets
H776
"land"
N-cs
The land or earth refers to the soil or ground, and can also mean a country, territory, or region. In the Bible, it is used to describe the earth and its inhabitants, and is often translated as 'land' or 'country'.
Definition: : soil 1) land, earth 1a) earth 1a1) whole earth (as opposed to a part) 1a2) earth (as opposed to heaven) 1a3) earth (inhabitants) 1b) land 1b1) country, territory 1b2) district, region 1b3) tribal territory 1b4) piece of ground 1b5) land of Canaan, Israel 1b6) inhabitants of land 1b7) Sheol, land without return, (under) world 1b8) city (-state) 1c) ground, surface of the earth 1c1) ground 1c2) soil 1d) (in phrases) 1d1) people of the land 1d2) space or distance of country (in measurements of distance) 1d3) level or plain country 1d4) land of the living 1d5) end(s) of the earth 1e) (almost wholly late in usage) 1e1) lands, countries 1e1a) often in contrast to Canaan
Usage: Occurs in 2190 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] common, country, earth, field, ground, land, [idiom] natins, way, [phrase] wilderness, world. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 18:18; Genesis 42:13.
עַד
ʻad
H5704
"till"
Prep
This Hebrew word means until or as far as, describing a point in time or space. It's used in the Bible to set boundaries or limits, like in Exodus when describing the Israelites' journey.
Definition: prep 1) as far as, even to, until, up to, while, as far as 1a) of space 1a1) as far as, up to, even to 1b) in combination 1b1) from...as far as, both...and (with 'min' -from) 1c) of time 1c1) even to, until, unto, till, during, end 1d) of degree 1d1) even to, to the degree of, even like conj 2) until, while, to the point that, so that even Aramaic equivalent: ad (עַד "till" H5705)
Usage: Occurs in 1128 OT verses. KJV: against, and, as, at, before, by (that), even (to), for(-asmuch as), (hither-) to, [phrase] how long, into, as long (much) as, (so) that, till, toward, until, when, while, ([phrase] as) yet. See also: Genesis 3:19; Exodus 32:20; Numbers 23:24.
מְ֝הֵרָ֗ה
mᵉhêrâh
H4120
"haste"
N-fs
The Hebrew word for haste or speed, often used to describe doing something quickly. It appears in the Old Testament, such as when David acted hastily in 1 Samuel.
Definition: 1) haste, speed 1a) hastily, speedily (as adverb) 1b) in haste (with prep)
Usage: Occurs in 20 OT verses. KJV: hastily, quickly, shortly, soon, make (with) speed(-ily), swiftly. See also: Numbers 17:11; 2 Kings 1:11; Psalms 31:3.
יָר֥וּץ
rûwts
H7323
"to run"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
To run or rush, often used to describe someone moving quickly, as seen in the story of the runners in Jeremiah 51:31. This verb appears in various forms, including running swiftly or darting. It is used to convey a sense of urgency or haste.
Definition: : run/runner/messenger 1) to run 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to run 1a2) runners (participle as subst) 1b) (Polel) to run swiftly, dart 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to bring or move quickly, hurry 1c2) to drive away from, cause to run away
Usage: Occurs in 92 OT verses. KJV: break down, divide speedily, footman, guard, bring hastily, (make) run (away, through), post. See also: Genesis 18:2; 2 Kings 11:6; Psalms 18:30.
דְּבָרֽ/וֹ
dâbâr
H1697
"Chronicles"
N-ms | Suff
A word or thing, like a matter or affair, as seen in the book of Chronicles where it refers to the events and words of kings. It can also mean a cause or reason for something.
Definition: This name means word, speaking
Usage: Occurs in 1290 OT verses. KJV: act, advice, affair, answer, [idiom] any such (thing), because of, book, business, care, case, cause, certain rate, [phrase] chronicles, commandment, [idiom] commune(-ication), [phrase] concern(-ing), [phrase] confer, counsel, [phrase] dearth, decree, deed, [idiom] disease, due, duty, effect, [phrase] eloquent, errand, (evil favoured-) ness, [phrase] glory, [phrase] harm, hurt, [phrase] iniquity, [phrase] judgment, language, [phrase] lying, manner, matter, message, (no) thing, oracle, [idiom] ought, [idiom] parts, [phrase] pertaining, [phrase] please, portion, [phrase] power, promise, provision, purpose, question, rate, reason, report, request, [idiom] (as hast) said, sake, saying, sentence, [phrase] sign, [phrase] so, some (uncleanness), somewhat to say, [phrase] song, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, task, [phrase] that, [idiom] there done, thing (concerning), thought, [phrase] thus, tidings, what(-soever), [phrase] wherewith, which, word, work. See also: Genesis 11:1; Exodus 23:8; Deuteronomy 18:21.
Study Notes — Psalms 147:15
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 147:15 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 147:15
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 147:15
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 147:15
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 147:15
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 147:15
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 147:15
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 147:15
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 147:15
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 147:15
- Sermons on Psalms 147:15
Context — It Is Good to Sing Praises
13For He strengthens the bars of your gates and blesses the children within you.
14He makes peace at your borders; He fills you with the finest wheat.
15He sends forth His command to the earth; His word runs swiftly.
16He spreads the snow like wool; He scatters the frost like ashes; 17He casts forth His hail like pebbles. Who can withstand His icy blast?Cross References
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| 1 | Job 37:12 | They swirl about, whirling at His direction, accomplishing all that He commands over the face of all the earth. |
| 2 | 2 Thessalonians 3:1 | Finally, brothers, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may spread quickly and be held in honor, just as it was with you. |
| 3 | Psalms 107:20 | He sent forth His word and healed them; He rescued them from the Pit. |
| 4 | Psalms 33:9 | For He spoke, and it came to be; He commanded, and it stood firm. |
| 5 | Matthew 8:13 | Then Jesus said to the centurion, “Go! As you have believed, so will it be done for you.” And his servant was healed at that very hour. |
| 6 | Matthew 8:8–9 | The centurion answered, “Lord, I am not worthy to have You come under my roof. But just say the word, and my servant will be healed. For I myself am a man under authority, with soldiers under me. I tell one to go, and he goes; and another to come, and he comes. I tell my servant to do something, and he does it.” |
| 7 | Psalms 107:25 | For He spoke and raised a tempest that lifted the waves of the sea. |
| 8 | Psalms 68:11 | The Lord gives the command; a great company of women proclaim it: |
| 9 | Job 34:29 | But when He remains silent, who can condemn Him? When He hides His face, who can see Him? Yet He watches over both man and nation, |
| 10 | Jonah 1:4 | Then the LORD hurled a great wind upon the sea, and such a violent storm arose that the ship was in danger of breaking apart. |
Psalms 147:15 Summary
[Psalms 147:15 is saying that God gives orders to the earth and everything obeys Him. This means that God is in control of everything, including nature, and that His word is powerful and effective (as seen in Isaiah 55:11). God's word can bring peace and prosperity, as seen in Psalms 147:14, where it says that He makes peace at our borders and fills us with the finest wheat. By trusting in God's power and control, we can have peace and confidence in our lives, just like the psalmist did when he wrote this verse.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean when it says 'He sends forth His command to the earth' in Psalms 147:15?
This phrase means that God gives orders or instructions to the earth, and everything obeys Him, as seen in Psalms 103:20, where it says that angels obey His word.
How does God's word run swiftly according to Psalms 147:15?
God's word runs swiftly because it is powerful and effective, as stated in Isaiah 55:11, where it says that God's word will not return to Him empty, but will accomplish what He desires.
Is Psalms 147:15 talking about God's commands to people or to nature?
While God does give commands to people, in this context, Psalms 147:15 seems to be focusing on God's commands to nature, as seen in the surrounding verses, such as Psalms 147:16-17, which describe God's control over the weather.
How can I apply Psalms 147:15 to my life?
You can apply Psalms 147:15 to your life by remembering that God is in control of everything, including nature, and that His word is powerful and effective, as seen in Jeremiah 32:17, where it says that God is able to do all things.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I have seen God's commands being carried out in the world around me?
- How can I trust in God's power and control over nature, even when I don't understand what is happening?
- What are some ways that God's word has run swiftly in my life, accomplishing His purposes?
- How can I surrender to God's commands and will for my life, just like the earth surrenders to His commands in Psalms 147:15?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 147:15
He sendeth forth his commandment upon earth,.... Which Kimchi interprets of rain, which causes the wheat to grow; since afterwards mention is made of snow, and of hoar frost and ice.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 147:15
He sendeth forth his commandment upon earth: his word runneth very swiftly. He sendeth forth his commandment (upon) earth: his word runneth very swiftly.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 147:15
His commandment; which is sufficient without any instruments to execute whatsoever pleaseth him, either in works of nature or of providence. His word runneth very swiftly; the thing is done without delay or difficulty.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 147:15
Psalms 147:15 He sendeth forth his commandment [upon] earth: his word runneth very swiftly.Ver. 15. He sendeth forth his commandment, &c.] He speaketh the word, and it is done immediately; he can make a nation to conceive and bring forth all at once, Isaiah 66:7-8. Ahasuerus had his posts to carry abroad his edict; God needeth none such; all creatures are at his beck and check.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 147:15
(15) Psalms 33 is still in the poet’s thought, and Psalms 147:6-7 especially; but some extraordinary season of frost seems to have kindled his inspiration, so that he not only elaborates but improves on his model. The word of God is personified as a messenger who runs swiftly forth to do his bidding, at first in binding the earth and sheaves up with frost, and then (Psalms 147:18) in suddenly thawing and releasing them.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 147:15
Verse 15. He sendeth forth his commandment] His substantial word. It is here personified, מימרא meymra, Chaldee; and appears to be a very active agent running every where, and performing the purposes of his will.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 147:15
12–20. Zion is summoned to praise Jehovah for the blessings of peace and prosperity. The Lord of Nature is He Who has endowed Israel with unique privileges.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 147:15
He sendeth forth his commandment upon earth - That is, with reference to the productions of the earth; to the changes which occur; to the seasons; to snow, frost, ice, cold, heat, wind; and he is
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 147:15
15. The allusion is to the creative energy: “And God said.” The effect of his word was instantaneous.
Sermons on Psalms 147:15
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Revival and Prayer by Michael Haykin | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the power and sovereignty of God over the world and its elements. He highlights the limitations of human beings and our dependence on God for |
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A Word of Faith by Paris Reidhead | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of faith and belief in achieving one's goals. He uses examples from history, business, and everyday life to illustrate how fai |
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Studies in 2 Thessalonians-04 2 Thes 3:1-18 by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on Paul's letter to the Thessalonians. The sermon is divided into four sections. The first section, in verses one and two, discusses Paul's requ |
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(2 Thessalonians) Finally Brethren by Brian Brodersen | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power of the enemy and acknowledges that he can outsmart and outmaneuver us. However, the preacher reminds the audience that they have t |
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How Many Christians Weep on Sunday Night by Carter Conlon | This sermon titled 'How Many Christians Weep on Sunday Night?' delves into the story from Numbers chapter 13, emphasizing the importance of overcoming defeat and unbelief by trusti |
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Prayer and the Word of God (Continued) by E.M. Bounds | E.M. Bounds emphasizes the vital connection between prayer and the effectiveness of preaching the Word of God, asserting that prayer prepares the hearts of listeners and allows the |
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A Plea to Pray for Pastors by Gardiner Spring | Gardiner Spring emphasizes the vital role of prayer in shaping and supporting ministers of the Gospel. He highlights the need for congregations to fervently pray for their minister |