Psalms 18:46
Psalms 18:46 in Multiple Translations
The LORD lives, and blessed be my Rock! And may the God of my salvation be exalted—
The LORD liveth; and blessed be my rock; and let the God of my salvation be exalted.
Jehovah liveth; and blessed be my rock; And exalted be the God of my salvation,
The Lord is living; praise be to my Rock, and let the God of my salvation be honoured.
The Lord lives! Blessed be my rock! May the God who saves me be praised!
Let the Lord liue, and blessed be my strength, and the God of my saluation be exalted.
Jehovah liveth — and blessed [is] my rock, And exalted is the God of my salvation.
The LORD lives! Blessed be my rock. Exalted be the God of my salvation,
The LORD liveth; and blessed be my rock; and let the God of my salvation be exalted.
Yahweh is alive! Praise the one who is like an overhanging rock [MET] under which I am safe Exalt the God who saves me!
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 18:46
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Psalms 18:46 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בְּנֵי
נֵכָ֥ר
יִבֹּ֑לוּ
וְ֝/יַחְרְג֗וּ
מִֽ/מִּסְגְּרֽוֹתֵי/הֶֽם
בְּנֵי
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
נֵכָ֥ר
nêkâr
H5236
foreign
N-ms
יִבֹּ֑לוּ
nâbêl
H5034
be senseless
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
וְ֝/יַחְרְג֗וּ
chârag
H2727
to quake
Conj | V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
מִֽ/מִּסְגְּרֽוֹתֵי/הֶֽם
miçgereth
H4526
perimeter
Prep | N-fp | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 18:46
בְּנֵי
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
נֵכָ֥ר
nêkâr
H5236
"foreign"
N-ms
This word refers to something or someone foreign, including people, gods, or things. It can also describe heathendom or alien ideas. In the KJV, it is translated as alien or strange.
Definition: 1) foreign, alien, foreignness, that which is foreign 1a) foreignness, foreign gods 1b) alien, foreigner 1c) foreign (vanities)
Usage: Occurs in 35 OT verses. KJV: alien, strange ([phrase] -er). See also: Genesis 17:12; Nehemiah 13:30; Psalms 18:45.
יִבֹּ֑לוּ
nâbêl
H5034
"be senseless"
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
To wither means to lose strength or fade away, and can also describe someone acting foolishly or wickedly. It is used to convey a sense of decline or failure.
Definition: 1) to be senseless, be foolish 1a) (Qal) to be foolish 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to regard or treat as foolish 1b2) to treat with contempt
Usage: Occurs in 21 OT verses. KJV: disgrace, dishounour, lightly esteem, fade (away, -ing), fall (down, -ling, off), do foolishly, come to nought, [idiom] surely, make vile, wither. See also: Exodus 18:18; Isaiah 28:1; Psalms 1:3.
וְ֝/יַחְרְג֗וּ
chârag
H2727
"to quake"
Conj | V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
This verb means to quake or tremble with fear, describing a sudden and intense feeling of dread. It is used in the Bible to depict someone who is afraid or dismayed. The KJV translates it as be afraid.
Definition: (Qal) to shake from fear, tremble, quake
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: be afraid. See also: Psalms 18:46.
מִֽ/מִּסְגְּרֽוֹתֵי/הֶֽם
miçgereth
H4526
"perimeter"
Prep | N-fp | Suff
This word means a border or perimeter of a region, like the edge of a city or a mountain. It is used in the Bible to describe the borders of Israel in Numbers 34:7-12 and the strongholds of God in Psalm 31:2-4. The word can also refer to a secure or fortified place.
Definition: 1) border, fastness, rim 1a) border, rim 1b) fastness
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: border, close place, hole. See also: Exodus 25:25; 1 Kings 7:31; Psalms 18:46.
Study Notes — Psalms 18:46
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 18:46 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 18:46
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 18:46
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 18:46
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 18:46
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 18:46
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 18:46
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 18:46
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 18:46
- Sermons on Psalms 18:46
Context — The LORD Is My Rock
44When they hear me, they obey me; foreigners cower before me.
45Foreigners lose heart and come trembling from their strongholds.
46The LORD lives, and blessed be my Rock! And may the God of my salvation be exalted—
47the God who avenges me and subdues nations beneath me, 48who delivers me from my enemies. You exalt me above my foes; You rescue me from violent men.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 2 Samuel 22:47 | The LORD lives, and blessed be my Rock! And may God, the Rock of my salvation, be exalted— |
| 2 | Psalms 57:5 | Be exalted, O God, above the heavens; may Your glory cover all the earth. |
| 3 | 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. |
| 4 | Revelation 1:18 | the Living One. I was dead, and behold, now I am alive forever and ever! And I hold the keys of Death and of Hades. |
| 5 | Psalms 68:20 | Our God is a God of deliverance; the Lord GOD is our rescuer from death. |
| 6 | Psalms 79:9 | Help us, O God of our salvation, for the glory of Your name; deliver us and atone for our sins, for the sake of Your name. |
| 7 | John 14:19 | In a little while the world will see Me no more, but you will see Me. Because I live, you also will live. |
| 8 | Jeremiah 10:10 | But the LORD is the true God; He is the living God and eternal King. The earth quakes at His wrath, and the nations cannot endure His indignation. |
| 9 | Luke 1:47 | and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior! |
| 10 | Psalms 57:11 | Be exalted, O God, above the heavens; may Your glory cover all the earth. |
Psalms 18:46 Summary
[Psalms 18:46 is a powerful declaration of God's existence and power, and it reminds us that He is our Rock and our Savior. Just like the psalmist, we can trust in God's strength and reliability, as seen in Psalms 71:3. When we recognize God's power and salvation in our lives, we should give Him the praise and glory He deserves, just as the psalmist does in this verse (Romans 11:36). By doing so, we can deepen our trust in Him and find stability in the midst of life's challenges.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean when the psalmist says 'The LORD lives' in Psalms 18:46?
This declaration is a testament to God's eternal existence and power, similar to what we see in Deuteronomy 32:40, where God says, 'As I live forever.'
Why does the psalmist call God his 'Rock' in Psalms 18:46?
The term 'Rock' is a metaphor for God's strength, stability, and reliability, as seen in Psalms 71:3, where the psalmist says, 'You have been my refuge, my portion in the land of the living.'
What does it mean for the 'God of my salvation' to be 'exalted'?
To exalt God means to praise and honor Him for who He is and what He has done, as seen in Psalms 145:1-3, where David blesses and praises God, exalting Him above all things.
How can we apply the declaration of Psalms 18:46 to our own lives?
We can apply this verse by recognizing God's power and salvation in our own lives, just as the psalmist does, and then giving Him the praise and glory He deserves, as encouraged in Romans 11:36, which says, 'For from Him and through Him and to Him are all things. To Him be the glory forever!'
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways you have experienced God's power and salvation in your life, and how can you give Him praise for those things?
- How does the declaration 'The LORD lives' impact your perspective on the challenges you are currently facing?
- In what ways can you 'exalt' God in your daily life, and what difference might that make in your relationships and decisions?
- What does it mean for you to trust in God as your 'Rock', and how can you deepen that trust in times of uncertainty?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 18:46
The Lord liveth, and blessed [be] my Rock,.... This, with what follows, is the concluding part of the psalm, which ends with a celebration of the Divine Being, and with thankfulness for mercies received from him.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 18:46
The LORD liveth; and blessed be my rock; and let the God of my salvation be exalted. Closing recapitulation of the whole subject.- Verse 46. The Lord liveth; and blessed be my Rock; and let the God of my salvation be exalted.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 18:46
He and he only is the true living God, and he hath manifested himself to be for my comfort, and for the confusion of mine enemies, when other gods are dead and impotent idols. Or, Let the Lord live. So it is a joyful and thankful acclamation, spoken after the manner of earthly princes. Blessed be my rock; let him have all blessing and praise, for he is worthy of it.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 18:46
Psalms 18:46 The LORD liveth; and blessed [be] my rock; and let the God of my salvation be exalted.Ver. 46. The Lord liveth] Or, Vivat Dominus, Let the Lord live. It is spoken, saith Calvin, after the manner of men, who use such kinds of acclamations to the kings whom they love and honour. The wicked could wish God extinct, that so they might never come to an account before him; but the saints cry out, Let the Lord live, let Christ reign, &c. Blessed be God that he is God, was a learned man’ s motto. Luther’ s was, Vivit, sc. Christus. Si non viveret, vellem me non unam horam vivere, de., Christ is alive, otherwise I would not wish to live an hour. Another good man saith, Christ liveth and reigneth, alioque totus totus desperassem, otherwise I should be utterly out of hope (Miconius). Let the God of my salvation be exalted] Triumphali elogio ab omnibus celebretur, let him be set up in all hearts and houses.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 18:46
(46-50) The psalm concludes with a burst of joyous praise, in which the previous figures are recalled in brief touches.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 18:46
Verse 46. The Lord liveth] By him alone I have gained all my victories; and he continueth, and will be my Rock, the Source whence I may at all times derive help and salvation. May his name be blessed! May his kingdom be exalted!
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 18:46
46–50. Concluding thanksgiving and doxology.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 18:46
The Lord liveth - Yahweh - the name used here - is often described as the living God in contradistinction to idols, who are represented as without life, Deuteronomy 5:26; Joshua 3:10; 2 Kings 19:4;
Sermons on Psalms 18:46
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How Clean Are Your Hands? by Warren Wiersbe | Warren Wiersbe emphasizes the importance of maintaining clean hands and righteousness before God, highlighting how God rewards those who walk in integrity and keep His ways. Throug |
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Homily 28 on Romans by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom preaches on Romans 15:8, emphasizing how Jesus Christ, as a Minister of the circumcision, fulfilled the promises made to the fathers, showing His concern for both J |
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Be Thou Exalted by A.W. Tozer | A.W. Tozer emphasizes the necessity of exalting God above all aspects of life, including possessions, friendships, comforts, and reputation. He expresses a deep commitment to glori |
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(Dangers in the Way Series): Dangers of Arrogance and Defeat by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher encourages listeners to take the defeat and discouragement out of their spirits and hearts. He emphasizes that failure, whether in business or any othe |
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(Dangers in the Way Series): Sources of Danger by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher uses a metaphor of a frozen eagle to illustrate how we can become entangled in the world and eventually be led to our downfall. He warns against compla |
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Christ in You the Hope of Glory - Version 1 by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher explores the identity and significance of Jesus Christ. He emphasizes that the answer to who Jesus is and why He holds such a high position can be unde |
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Jewish vs. Hebraic by Art Katz | In this sermon, the preacher criticizes the declining civilization and the lack of communication skills in today's generation. He emphasizes the importance of trusting in God and s |