Psalms 35:27
Psalms 35:27 in Multiple Translations
May those who favor my vindication shout for joy and gladness; may they always say, “Exalted be the LORD who delights in His servant’s well-being.”
Let them shout for joy, and be glad, that favour my righteous cause: yea, let them say continually, Let the LORD be magnified, which hath pleasure in the prosperity of his servant.
Let them shout for joy, and be glad, that favor my righteous cause: Yea, let them say continually, Jehovah be magnified, Who hath pleasure in the prosperity of his servant.
Let those who are on my side give cries of joy; let them ever say, The Lord be praised, for he has pleasure in the peace of his servant.
Instead let those who are pleased I've been vindicated celebrate and shout for joy. Let them always say, “How great is the Lord! He is happy when his servants live in peace and have what they need.”
But let them be ioyful and glad, that loue my righteousnesse: yea, let them say alway, Let the Lord be magnified, which loueth the prosperitie of his seruant.
They sing and rejoice, who are desiring my righteousness, And they say continually, 'Jehovah is magnified, Who is desiring the peace of His servant.'
Let those who favor my righteous cause shout for joy and be glad. Yes, let them say continually, “May the LORD be magnified, who has pleasure in the prosperity of his servant!”
Let them shout for joy, and be glad, that favor my righteous cause: yes, let them say continually, Let the LORD be magnified, who hath pleasure in the prosperity of his servant.
But cause those who desire that I be acquitted to be happy and shout joyfully, and cause them to continually say, “Yahweh is great! He is delighted to cause things to go well for those who serve him.”
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Psalms 35:27 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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יָרֹ֣נּוּ
וְ/יִשְׂמְחוּ֮
חֲפֵצֵ֪י
צִ֫דְקִ֥/י
וְ/יֹאמְר֣וּ
תָ֭מִיד
יִגְדַּ֣ל
יְהוָ֑ה
הֶ֝/חָפֵ֗ץ
שְׁל֣וֹם
עַבְדּֽ/וֹ
יָרֹ֣נּוּ
rânan
H7442
to overcome
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
וְ/יִשְׂמְחוּ֮
sâmach
H8055
to rejoice
Conj | V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
חֲפֵצֵ֪י
châphêts
H2655
delighting
Adj
צִ֫דְקִ֥/י
tsedeq
H6664
Righteousness
N-ms | Suff
וְ/יֹאמְר֣וּ
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Conj | V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
תָ֭מִיד
tâmîyd
H8548
continually
N-ms
יִגְדַּ֣ל
gâdal
H1431
to magnify
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
יְהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
הֶ֝/חָפֵ֗ץ
châphêts
H2655
delighting
Art | Adj
שְׁל֣וֹם
shâlôwm
H7965
Peace
N-ms
עַבְדּֽ/וֹ
ʻebed
H5650
servant/slave
N-ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 35:27
יָרֹ֣נּוּ
rânan
H7442
"to overcome"
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
This Hebrew verb means to sing or shout for joy, often used to express praise or triumph, as seen in Psalm 98:4 where believers are called to shout for joy to the Lord. It can also mean to cry aloud in distress or to summon others. This word is used to describe a loud, vocal expression of emotion.
Definition: 1) to overcome 1a) (Hithpolel) to be overcome
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: aloud for joy, cry out, be joyful (greatly, make to) rejoice, (cause to) shout (for joy), (cause to) sing (aloud, for joy, out), triumph. See also: Leviticus 9:24; Psalms 132:9; Psalms 5:12.
וְ/יִשְׂמְחוּ֮
sâmach
H8055
"to rejoice"
Conj | V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
This verb means to rejoice or be glad, often used in a religious sense, like when the Israelites rejoiced at the dedication of the temple in 1 Kings 8:66.
Definition: 1) to rejoice, be glad 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to rejoice 1a2) to rejoice (arrogantly), exult (at) 1a3) to rejoice (religiously) 1b) (Piel) to cause to rejoice, gladden, make glad 1c) (Hiphil) to cause to rejoice, gladden, make glad
Usage: Occurs in 148 OT verses. KJV: cheer up, be (make) glad, (have, make) joy(-ful), be (make) merry, (cause to, make to) rejoice, [idiom] very. See also: Exodus 4:14; Psalms 92:5; Psalms 5:12.
חֲפֵצֵ֪י
châphêts
H2655
"delighting"
Adj
This word describes someone who delights in something, like a person who takes pleasure in following God's commands. It's about having a strong desire or liking for something.
Definition: desiring, delighting in, having pleasure in
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: delight in, desire, favour, please, have pleasure, whosoever would, willing, wish. See also: 1 Kings 13:33; Psalms 34:13; Psalms 5:5.
צִ֫דְקִ֥/י
tsedeq
H6664
"Righteousness"
N-ms | Suff
Represents the idea of righteousness or justice, often referring to God's character or the standard for human behavior. It is closely tied to the concept of morality and what is right. The word is used to describe the ideal for human conduct and society.
Definition: This name means justice, righteousness Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 112 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] even, ([idiom] that which is altogether) just(-ice), (un-)right(-eous) (cause, -ly, -ness). See also: Leviticus 19:15; Psalms 119:138; Psalms 4:2.
וְ/יֹאמְר֣וּ
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
Conj | V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
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.
תָ֭מִיד
tâmîyd
H8548
"continually"
N-ms
This Hebrew word means continually or constantly, like the daily sacrifice in the Bible. It describes something that happens regularly, like every day. It is used in books like Leviticus and Numbers to describe regular offerings.
Definition: 1) continuity, perpetuity, to stretch 1a) continually, continuously (as adverb) 1b) continuity (subst)
Usage: Occurs in 103 OT verses. KJV: alway(-s), continual (employment, -ly), daily, (n-)ever(-more), perpetual. See also: Exodus 25:30; Nehemiah 10:34; Psalms 16:8.
יִגְדַּ֣ל
gâdal
H1431
"to magnify"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
To make something or someone great, important, or powerful. This Hebrew word means to magnify or grow, and is used in the Bible to describe God's power and greatness. The KJV translates it as 'magnify' or 'great'.
Definition: 1) to grow, become great or important, promote, make powerful, praise, magnify, do great things 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to grow up 1a2) to become great 1a3) to be magnified 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to cause to grow 1b2) to make great, powerful 1b3) to magnify 1c) (Pual) to be brought up 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to make great 1d2) to magnify 1d3) to do great things 1e) (Hithpael) to magnify oneself
Usage: Occurs in 112 OT verses. KJV: advance, boast, bring up, exceed, excellent, be(-come, do, give, make, wax), great(-er, come to... estate, [phrase] things), grow(up), increase, lift up, magnify(-ifical), be much set by, nourish (up), pass, promote, proudly (spoken), tower. See also: Genesis 12:2; Psalms 35:27; Psalms 18:51.
יְהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
הֶ֝/חָפֵ֗ץ
châphêts
H2655
"delighting"
Art | Adj
This word describes someone who delights in something, like a person who takes pleasure in following God's commands. It's about having a strong desire or liking for something.
Definition: desiring, delighting in, having pleasure in
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: delight in, desire, favour, please, have pleasure, whosoever would, willing, wish. See also: 1 Kings 13:33; Psalms 34:13; Psalms 5:5.
שְׁל֣וֹם
shâlôwm
H7965
"Peace"
N-ms
This Hebrew word for peace, shalom, means completeness, wellness, and friendship, and is often used to describe God's relationship with humanity, as seen in the covenant with the Israelites. It encompasses physical and spiritual health, prosperity, and harmony.
Definition: This name means completeness, peace Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 209 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] do, familiar, [idiom] fare, favour, [phrase] friend, [idiom] great, (good) health, ([idiom] perfect, such as be at) peace(-able, -ably), prosper(-ity, -ous), rest, safe(-ty), salute, welfare, ([idiom] all is, be) well, [idiom] wholly. See also: Genesis 15:15; Esther 2:11; Psalms 4:9.
עַבְדּֽ/וֹ
ʻebed
H5650
"servant/slave"
N-ms | Suff
This word refers to a servant or slave, often in the context of serving God or a human master. It can also describe a prophet or Levite. The KJV translates it as bondage, bondman, or servant.
Definition: 1) slave, servant 1a) slave, servant, man-servant 1b) subjects 1c) servants, worshippers (of God) 1d) servant (in special sense as prophets, Levites etc) 1e) servant (of Israel) 1f) servant (as form of address between equals) Aramaic equivalent: a.vad (עֲבַד "servant/slave" H5649)
Usage: Occurs in 714 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] bondage, bondman, (bond-) servant, (man-) servant. See also: Genesis 9:25; Exodus 11:3; 1 Samuel 8:16.
Study Notes — Psalms 35:27
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- Psalms 35:27 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 35:27
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 35:27
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 35:27
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 35:27
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 35:27
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 35:27
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 35:27
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 35:27
- Sermons on Psalms 35:27
Context — Contend with My Opponents, O LORD
25Let them not say in their hearts, “Aha, just what we wanted!” Let them not say, “We have swallowed him up!”
26May those who gloat in my distress be ashamed and confounded; may those who exalt themselves over me be clothed in shame and reproach.
27May those who favor my vindication shout for joy and gladness; may they always say, “Exalted be the LORD who delights in His servant’s well-being.”
28Then my tongue will proclaim Your righteousness and Your praises all day long.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Jeremiah 32:40–41 | I will make an everlasting covenant with them: I will never turn away from doing good to them, and I will put My fear in their hearts, so that they will never turn away from Me. Yes, I will rejoice in doing them good, and I will faithfully plant them in this land with all My heart and with all My soul. |
| 2 | Psalms 149:4 | For the LORD takes pleasure in His people; He adorns the afflicted with salvation. |
| 3 | Psalms 40:16 | May all who seek You rejoice and be glad in You; may those who love Your salvation always say, “The LORD be magnified!” |
| 4 | Proverbs 8:18 | With me are riches and honor, enduring wealth and righteousness. |
| 5 | Zephaniah 3:17 | The LORD your God is among you; He is mighty to save. He will rejoice over you with gladness; He will quiet you with His love; He will rejoice over you with singing.” |
| 6 | Psalms 70:4 | May all who seek You rejoice and be glad in You; may those who love Your salvation always say, “Let God be magnified!” |
| 7 | Psalms 147:11 | The LORD is pleased with those who fear Him, who hope in His loving devotion. |
| 8 | Psalms 142:7 | Free my soul from prison, that I may praise Your name. The righteous will gather around me because of Your goodness to me. |
| 9 | 1 Corinthians 12:26 | If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honored, every part rejoices with it. |
| 10 | John 16:22 | So also you have sorrow now, but I will see you again and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy. |
Psalms 35:27 Summary
[Psalms 35:27 is a verse about trusting in God's vindication and celebrating His delight in our well-being. It means that when we trust in God and His plan, we can rejoice and be glad, even in difficult circumstances, because we know He is working everything out for our good, as promised in Romans 8:28. This verse encourages us to trust in God's sovereignty and to declare His praise, just as David did, and to find joy in His presence, as expressed in Psalms 16:11.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to 'favor my vindication' in Psalms 35:27?
To favor someone's vindication means to support and celebrate their being proven right or just, as seen in Psalms 35:27, and is a key aspect of trusting in God's sovereignty, as expressed in Romans 8:28.
Why does the verse say 'Exalted be the LORD who delights in His servant’s well-being'?
This phrase is a declaration of praise to God, acknowledging that He takes pleasure in the well-being of those who serve Him, as also seen in Jeremiah 29:11, where God promises to prosper His people.
How can we apply Psalms 35:27 to our own lives when we face opposition or persecution?
We can apply this verse by trusting in God's vindication and provision, just as David did, and by rejoicing in God's delight in our well-being, even in difficult circumstances, as encouraged in Habakkuk 3:17-18.
What is the relationship between this verse and the surrounding context?
Psalms 35:27 is a contrast to the preceding verses, which describe the wicked intentions of David's enemies, and instead focuses on the joy and praise of those who support David's vindication, highlighting the stark difference between the ways of the wicked and the righteous, as seen in Psalms 1:6.
Reflection Questions
- How can I cultivate a deeper trust in God's vindication and provision in my own life, even when faced with opposition or persecution?
- What are some ways I can 'shout for joy and gladness' and declare God's delight in my well-being, even in difficult circumstances?
- How can I balance the desire for personal vindication with the need to trust in God's sovereignty and timing, as expressed in Psalms 37:7?
- In what ways can I support and celebrate the vindication of others, and how can this foster a sense of community and mutual encouragement?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 35:27
Let them shout for joy, and be glad, that favour my righteous cause,.... The cause of David was a righteous cause, he having done no iniquity, or anything criminal against Saul his enemy, who
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 35:27
Let them shout for joy, and be glad, that favour my righteous cause: yea, let them say continually, Let the LORD be magnified, which hath pleasure in the prosperity of his servant.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 35:27
That favour my righteous cause; that wish well to it, although they want either strength or courage to plead it. Magnified, i.e. exalted and praised for his righteousness, and truth, and goodness manifested in my deliverance. Mine enemies’ great design is to magnify themselves, , but my chief desire is that God may be magnified.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 35:27
Psalms 35:27 Let them shout for joy, and be glad, that favour my righteous cause: yea, let them say continually, Let the LORD be magnified, which hath pleasure in the prosperity of his servant.Ver. 27. Let them shout for joy, &c.] He concludeth with hearty prayer for the Church, as he doth in various other psalms. That favour thy righteous cause] Though perhaps they dare do no more than inwardly favour it and by their prayers to God promote it. Let them say continually, &c.] Let them have continual cause to praise God for this sweet property, that he delighteth in his people’ s prosperity, and afflicts them not from his heart, nor grieveth the children of men, but for their greatest good, Lamentations 3:35.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 35:27
Verse 27. Let them shout for joy and be glad] While my enemies are confounded, let my friends exult in the Lord; and let them all praise him for his marvellous kindness to me.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 35:27
27. Cp. Psalms 40:16. that favour my righteous cause] Lit. that delight in my righteousness; that welcome the vindication of my innocence. which hath pleasure in the prosperity of his servant] More exactly, which delighteth (2 Samuel 15:26; Psalms 18:19; Psalms 22:8) in the welfare (lit. peace) of his servant.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 35:27
Let them shout for joy - That is, Let me be delivered; let my friends see that God is on my side, and that they have occasion to rejoice in his merciful interposition in my behalf.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 35:27
27. That favour—Take pleasure in, delight in, not by favouritism, but for righteousness. My righteous cause—Hebrew, my righteousness.
Sermons on Psalms 35:27
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The Snare of the Satisfied by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker begins by asking God to give them His Word and for it to burn within them. They ask God to keep them from laziness and the snares of victory. The speake |
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Growth by J.C. Ryle | J.C. Ryle emphasizes the necessity of spiritual growth in the life of a true Christian, urging believers to examine their progress in grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ. He highli |
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The Rainbow in the Clouds (31 Day Devotional) by John MacDuff | John MacDuff preaches about the unchanging and everlasting love of God, assuring believers that all trials and tribulations are part of God's eternal plan of love and redemption. H |
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Pray and Not Lose Heart by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the limitations of a brief encounter with people at a conference and expresses a desire for a conference solely focused on fellowship. The s |
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A God Sent Message of Warning by Tim Conway | This sermon emphasizes the importance of heeding the warnings in the book of Hebrews, highlighting the need for genuine faith in Christ, the danger of drifting away, and the necess |
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Let the Nations Be Glad by John Piper | This sermon emphasizes the urgency and importance of missions, highlighting the need to reach out to unreached people groups around the world. It challenges believers to be willing |
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The Perseverance of the Saints as Subjects of the Kingdom by Ernest C. Reisinger | In this sermon, the preacher begins by giving a brief outline of the chapter and focuses on verse 40 as the text for his message. He emphasizes the importance of holding fast to ou |