Psalms 33:9
Psalms 33:9 in Multiple Translations
For He spoke, and it came to be; He commanded, and it stood firm.
For he spake, and it was done; he commanded, and it stood fast.
For he spake, and it was done; He commanded, and it stood fast.
For he gave the word, and it was done; by his order it was fixed for ever.
For he spoke and the world came into existence; he gave the command and it was created.
For he spake, and it was done: he commanded, and it stood.
For He hath said, and it is, He hath commanded, and it standeth.
For he spoke, and it was done. He commanded, and it stood firm.
For he spoke, and it was done ; he commanded, and it stood fast.
O taste, and see that the Lord is sweet: blessed is the man that hopeth in him.
When he spoke, the world ◄was created/started to exist►. Everything started to exist as a result of him commanding it.
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Psalms 33:9 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כִּ֤י
ה֣וּא
אָמַ֣ר
וַ/יֶּ֑הִי
הֽוּא
צִ֝וָּ֗ה
וַֽ/יַּעֲמֹֽד
כִּ֤י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
ה֣וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
he/she/it
Pron
אָמַ֣ר
ʼâmar
H559
to say
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
וַ/יֶּ֑הִי
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
הֽוּא
hûwʼ
H1931
he/she/it
Pron
צִ֝וָּ֗ה
tsâvâh
H6680
to command
V-Piel-Perf-3ms
וַֽ/יַּעֲמֹֽד
ʻâmad
H5975
to stand
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 33:9
כִּ֤י
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
ה֣וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
"he/she/it"
Pron
This word is a pronoun meaning 'he', 'she', or 'it', used to refer to a person or thing. It is used in the Bible to emphasize a subject or make it clear who is being talked about.
Definition: pron 3p s 1) he, she, it 1a) himself (with emphasis) 1b) resuming subj with emphasis 1c) (with minimum emphasis following predicate) 1d) (anticipating subj) 1e) (emphasising predicate) 1f) that, it (neuter) demons pron 2) that (with article)
Usage: Occurs in 1693 OT verses. KJV: he, as for her, him(-self), it, the same, she (herself), such, that (...it), these, they, this, those, which (is), who. See also: Genesis 2:11; Genesis 32:19; Exodus 21:3.
אָמַ֣ר
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
וַ/יֶּ֑הִי
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.
הֽוּא
hûwʼ
H1931
"he/she/it"
Pron
This word is a pronoun meaning 'he', 'she', or 'it', used to refer to a person or thing. It is used in the Bible to emphasize a subject or make it clear who is being talked about.
Definition: pron 3p s 1) he, she, it 1a) himself (with emphasis) 1b) resuming subj with emphasis 1c) (with minimum emphasis following predicate) 1d) (anticipating subj) 1e) (emphasising predicate) 1f) that, it (neuter) demons pron 2) that (with article)
Usage: Occurs in 1693 OT verses. KJV: he, as for her, him(-self), it, the same, she (herself), such, that (...it), these, they, this, those, which (is), who. See also: Genesis 2:11; Genesis 32:19; Exodus 21:3.
צִ֝וָּ֗ה
tsâvâh
H6680
"to command"
V-Piel-Perf-3ms
To command or give orders, as seen in the Bible when God gives charge to his people. It can also mean to appoint or ordain someone for a task. This word is used in various forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: 1) to command, charge, give orders, lay charge, give charge to, order 1a)(Piel) 1a1) to lay charge upon 1a2) to give charge to, give command to 1a3) to give charge unto 1a4) to give charge over, appoint 1a5) to give charge, command 1a6) to charge, command 1a7) to charge, commission 1a8) to command, appoint, ordain (of divine act) 1b) (Pual) to be commanded
Usage: Occurs in 475 OT verses. KJV: appoint, (for-) bid, (give a) charge, (give a, give in, send with) command(-er, -ment), send a messenger, put, (set) in order. See also: Genesis 2:16; Leviticus 10:13; Deuteronomy 12:11.
וַֽ/יַּעֲמֹֽד
ʻâmad
H5975
"to stand"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
Means 'to stand' in a strong sense, like in Exodus 17:12 where Moses stood with his arms up to help Israel win a battle.
Definition: : stand/stop/establish 1) to stand, remain, endure, take one's stand 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to stand, take one's stand, be in a standing attitude, stand forth, take a stand, present oneself, attend upon, be or become servant of 1a2) to stand still, stop (moving or doing), cease 1a3) to tarry, delay, remain, continue, abide, endure, persist, be steadfast 1a4) to make a stand, hold one's ground 1a5) to stand upright, remain standing, stand up, rise, be erect, be upright 1a6) to arise, appear, come on the scene, stand forth, appear, rise up or against 1a7) to stand with, take one's stand, be appointed, grow flat, grow insipid 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to station, set 1b2) to cause to stand firm, maintain 1b3) to cause to stand up, cause to set up, erect 1b4) to present (one) before (king) 1b5) to appoint, ordain, establish 1c) (Hophal) to be presented, be caused to stand, be stood before
Usage: Occurs in 497 OT verses. KJV: abide (behind), appoint, arise, cease, confirm, continue, dwell, be employed, endure, establish, leave, make, ordain, be (over), place, (be) present (self), raise up, remain, repair, [phrase] serve, set (forth, over, -tle, up), (make to, make to be at a, with-) stand (by, fast, firm, still, up), (be at a) stay (up), tarry. See also: Genesis 18:8; Joshua 21:44; 1 Chronicles 6:17.
Study Notes — Psalms 33:9
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- Context
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- Psalms 33:9 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 33:9
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 33:9
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 33:9
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 33:9
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 33:9
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 33:9
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 33:9
- Sermons on Psalms 33:9
Context — Praise to the Creator
7He piles up the waters of the sea; He puts the depths into storehouses.
8Let all the earth fear the LORD; let all the people of the world revere Him.
9For He spoke, and it came to be; He commanded, and it stood firm.
10The LORD frustrates the plans of the nations; He thwarts the devices of the peoples. 11The counsel of the LORD stands forever, the purposes of His heart to all generations.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Genesis 1:3 | And God said, “Let there be light,” and there was light. |
| 2 | Psalms 33:6 | By the word of the LORD the heavens were made, and all the stars by the breath of His mouth. |
| 3 | Psalms 148:5–6 | Let them praise the name of the LORD, for He gave the command and they were created. He established them forever and ever; He issued a decree that will never pass away. |
| 4 | Revelation 4:11 | “Worthy are You, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for You created all things; by Your will they exist and came to be.” |
| 5 | Hebrews 11:3 | By faith we understand that the universe was formed at God’s command, so that what is seen was not made out of what was visible. |
| 6 | Colossians 1:16–17 | For in Him all things were created, things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities. All things were created through Him and for Him. He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together. |
| 7 | Hebrews 1:3 | The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of His nature, upholding all things by His powerful word. After He had provided purification for sins, He sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high. |
| 8 | Psalms 119:90–91 | Your faithfulness continues through all generations; You established the earth, and it endures. Your ordinances stand to this day, for all things are servants to You. |
| 9 | Psalms 93:5 | Your testimonies are fully confirmed; holiness adorns Your house, O LORD, for all the days to come. |
Psalms 33:9 Summary
This verse tells us about God's amazing power to create and sustain everything. When God speaks, things happen, as we see in the creation story in Genesis 1:1. It means that whatever God says will come to pass, and what He commands will last, giving us confidence in His ability to work in our lives, just like Romans 4:17 says. This should inspire us to trust and reverence Him more deeply.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that God 'spoke, and it came to be'?
This phrase highlights God's creative power, as seen in Genesis 1:3 where He spoke and created light, demonstrating His ability to bring things into existence through His words alone.
How does God's command make things 'stand firm'?
God's command has the power to establish and sustain all things, as mentioned in Psalm 119:89, where it says 'Your word, Lord, is eternal; it stands firm in the heavens', showing the enduring nature of His decrees.
Is this verse talking about creation or something else?
While this verse does hint at God's creative power, its context within Psalms 33 suggests it's also about God's ongoing sovereignty and control over all things, similar to what is expressed in Jeremiah 32:17, where nothing is too difficult for God.
How can I apply this verse to my life?
Understanding that God's word has the power to bring things into being and sustain them can give you confidence in His ability to work in your life, as Romans 4:17 reminds us that God gives life to the dead and calls things that are not as though they were.
Reflection Questions
- Reflect on a time when you experienced God's power in your life; how did it make you feel about His ability to 'speak and it come to be'?
- In what areas of your life do you need to trust God's command to 'stand firm', and how can you apply this verse to those situations?
- How does the knowledge of God's creative and sustaining power affect your worship and reverence for Him?
- Consider the contrast between God's ability to 'speak and it come to be' and human limitations; what does this reveal about God's nature and character?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 33:9
For he spake, and it was [done],.... Or "it was" (a), it came into being by a word speaking, almighty power going along with it; see Genesis 1:3; he commanded, and it stood fast; every created thing
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 33:9
For he spake, and it was done; he commanded, and it stood fast. He spake ... done - (Gen.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 33:9
It was done; the work here mentioned, ,7. Stood fast; or, stood forth, as a servant at his master’ s command; or, was or did exist.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 33:9
Psalms 33:9 For he spake, and it was [done]; he commanded, and it stood fast.Ver. 9. For he spake, and it was done] So true is that saying, Dei dicere est facere. For God to say is to do. And a great shame it is to men to disobey the great Creator; and not rather to follow the example of the unreasonable and insensible creatures. And it stood fast] The whole order of nature remaineth as he set it; firm, fast, and unmoveable.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 33:9
9. For HE (emphatic) spake, and it was (cp. Genesis 1:3; Genesis 1:7, &c.); HE commanded and it stood; came into existence and stood there before Him ready to obey His commands; or simply, stood firm. Cp. Psalms 148:5; Psalms 119:90-91; Isaiah 48:13.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 33:9
For he spake, and it was done - The word “done,” introduced here by our translators, enfeebles the sentence.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 33:9
9. Nothing can exceed the sublimity of this description, which literally reads, “He spoke and it existed, he commanded and it stood.” See Psalms 33:6. Compare the history in Genesis 1
Sermons on Psalms 33:9
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The Singular Origin of a Christian Man by C.H. Spurgeon | The sermon transcript discusses the concept of man as God's workmanship, both in the initial creation and in the process of being created anew. The speaker emphasizes the marvels o |
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Seeking His Preeminence - Part 2 by Lehman Strauss | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of listening to the word of God. He shares a personal anecdote about his hearing checkup and how it reminded him of the signi |
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Pilgrims Problems No. 11 Evolution by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the preacher expresses gratitude for Jesus coming to earth and dying for humanity's sins. He also expresses anticipation for Jesus' second coming and the redemption |
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Deep Calleth Unto Deep by John Follette | John Wright Follette preaches about the deep calling unto deep, exploring the profound depths of the human heart's need for God and the corresponding supply found in the great hear |
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How Faith Receives Christ. by Andrew Bonar | Andrew Bonar emphasizes the simplicity and power of faith in receiving Christ, illustrating this through the testimony of the Apostle John. He recounts how John, along with Peter a |
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The Promised Land by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes that Psalms 46 symbolizes the New Testament 'promised land,' representing the divine rest that God offers to His people. He highlights the importance of |
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The Centurion's Servant Luke 7:1-10 by R.A. Torrey | R.A. Torrey explores the story of the centurion's servant, emphasizing the centurion's faith, humility, and compassion. He highlights how the centurion, despite his high social sta |