Psalms 18:40

Verse

Berean Standard Bible

You have made my enemies retreat before me; I put an end to those who hated me.

American Standard Version (1901)

Thou hast also made mine enemies turn their backs unto me, That I might cut off them that hate me.

Bible in Basic English

By you their backs are turned in flight, so that my haters are cut off.

Free Bible Version

You made my enemies run away; I destroyed all my enemies.

Geneva Bible 1599

And thou hast giuen me the neckes of mine enemies, that I might destroy them that hate me.

King James (Authorized) Version

Thou hast also given me the necks of mine enemies; that I might destroy them that hate me.

One Unity Resource Bible

You have also made my enemies turn their backs to me, that I might cut off those who hate me.

Translation for Translators

You caused my enemies to run away (OR, you enabled me to put my foot on my enemies’ necks after I captured them and forced them to lie on the ground); I have gotten rid of all those who hated me.

Unlocked Literal Bible

You gave me the back of my enemies' necks; I annihilated those who hated me.

Noah Webster Bible

Thou hast also given me the necks of my enemies; that I might destroy them that hate me.

World English Bible

You have also made my enemies turn their backs to me, that I might cut off those who hate me.

Young's Literal Translation

As to mine enemies — Thou hast given to me the neck, As to those hating me — I cut them off.

Context

The LORD Is My Rock

³⁹You have armed me with strength for battle; You have subdued my foes beneath me. ⁴⁰You have made my enemies retreat before me; I put an end to those who hated me. ⁴¹They cried for help, but there was no one to save them— to the LORD, but He did not answer.

Summary

In this verse, David expresses his trust in God's help and strength during times of battle and conflict. He acknowledges that it is God who equips him with the ability to overcome his enemies and emerge victorious. This verse serves as a reminder of the importance of relying on God's power rather than our own in the face of challenges. It reflects the theme of divine deliverance and protection throughout the Psalms, showcasing God's faithfulness to His people in times of need. Ultimately, Psalms 18:40 highlights the sovereignty and reliability of God as the ultimate source of strength and victory for His followers.

Commentary

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
John Gill
Tyndale

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary

given me the necks--literally, "backs of the necks"; made them retreat (Exo 23:27; Jos 7:8).

Psalms 18:40

The LORD Is My Rock

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Berean Standard Bible

You have made my enemies retreat before me; I put an end to those who hated me.

American Standard Version (1901)

Thou hast also made mine enemies turn their backs unto me, That I might cut off them that hate me.

Bible in Basic English

By you their backs are turned in flight, so that my haters are cut off.

Free Bible Version

You made my enemies run away; I destroyed all my enemies.

Geneva Bible 1599

And thou hast giuen me the neckes of mine enemies, that I might destroy them that hate me.

King James (Authorized) Version

Thou hast also given me the necks of mine enemies; that I might destroy them that hate me.

One Unity Resource Bible

You have also made my enemies turn their backs to me, that I might cut off those who hate me.

Translation for Translators

You caused my enemies to run away (OR, you enabled me to put my foot on my enemies’ necks after I captured them and forced them to lie on the ground); I have gotten rid of all those who hated me.

Unlocked Literal Bible

You gave me the back of my enemies' necks; I annihilated those who hated me.

Noah Webster Bible

Thou hast also given me the necks of my enemies; that I might destroy them that hate me.

World English Bible

You have also made my enemies turn their backs to me, that I might cut off those who hate me.

Young's Literal Translation

As to mine enemies — Thou hast given to me the neck, As to those hating me — I cut them off.