Psalms 46:5
Psalms 46:5 in Multiple Translations
God is within her; she will not be moved. God will help her when morning dawns.
God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God shall help her, and that right early.
God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God will help her, and that right early.
God has taken his place in her; she will not be moved: he will come to her help at the dawn of morning.
God is in the midst of the city; it will never fall. God protects it as soon as it is light.
God is in the middes of it: therefore shall it not be moued: God shall helpe it very earely.
God [is] in her midst — she is not moved, God doth help her at the turn of the morn!
God is within her. She shall not be moved. God will help her at dawn.
God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God shall help her, and that right early.
He hath chosen for us his inheritance the beauty of Jacob which he hath loved.
God is in this city, and it will never be destroyed; he will come to help the people in that city at dawn every day.
God lives in that city. Nothing can ever knock it down. God will stop anybody from hurting the people in that city. He will look after them all the time, right from the start of every day.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 46:5
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Psalms 46:5 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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נָהָ֗ר
פְּלָגָ֗י/ו
יְשַׂמְּח֥וּ
עִיר
אֱלֹהִ֑ים
קְ֝דֹ֗שׁ
מִשְׁכְּנֵ֥י
עֶלְיֽוֹן
נָהָ֗ר
nâhâr
H5104
river
N-ms
פְּלָגָ֗י/ו
peleg
H6388
stream
N-mp | Suff
יְשַׂמְּח֥וּ
sâmach
H8055
to rejoice
V-Piel-Imperf-3mp
עִיר
ʻîyr
H5892
excitement
N-fs
אֱלֹהִ֑ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
N-mp
קְ֝דֹ֗שׁ
qâdôwsh
H6918
holy
Adj
מִשְׁכְּנֵ֥י
mishkân
H4908
tabernacle
N-mp
עֶלְיֽוֹן
ʻelyôwn
H5945
high
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 46:5
נָהָ֗ר
nâhâr
H5104
"river"
N-ms
In the Bible, a river symbolizes prosperity, like the Nile or Euphrates, and is often used figuratively. It appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing the life-giving waters of the Promised Land. This word is also used to describe underground streams.
Definition: 1) stream, river 1a) stream, river 1b) (underground) streams Aramaic equivalent: ne.har (נְהַר "river" H5103H)
Usage: Occurs in 108 OT verses. KJV: flood, river. See also: Genesis 2:10; Psalms 93:3; Psalms 24:2.
פְּלָגָ֗י/ו
peleg
H6388
"stream"
N-mp | Suff
A small channel of water, like a stream or irrigation ditch, is what this Hebrew word means. It appears in the Bible as a river or stream. In Genesis, it describes a small waterway.
Definition: channel, canal
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: river, stream. See also: Job 29:6; Proverbs 5:16; Psalms 1:3.
יְשַׂמְּח֥וּ
sâmach
H8055
"to rejoice"
V-Piel-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.
עִיר
ʻîyr
H5892
"excitement"
N-fs
In the Bible, this word refers to a city or town, often a place with a wall or a watchman. It is used to describe a settlement or encampment, like the city of Ai, which is mentioned in the book of Joshua. The word is used to identify specific locations in the Bible.
Definition: 1) excitement, anguish 1a) of terror
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: Ai (from margin), city, court (from margin), town. See also: Genesis 4:17; Deuteronomy 3:6; Joshua 14:12.
אֱלֹהִ֑ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
"God"
N-mp
The Hebrew word for God, elohim, refers to the one supreme God, and is sometimes used to show respect to judges or magistrates. It is also used to describe angels or mighty beings. This word is closely related to the name of the Lord, Yahweh, and is often translated as God or gods in the Bible.
Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.
קְ֝דֹ֗שׁ
qâdôwsh
H6918
"holy"
Adj
Holy means set apart or sacred, used to describe God, angels, and saints. In the Bible, it is often used to describe things or people dedicated to God's service, like the Temple in Jerusalem or the prophets who spoke on God's behalf.
Definition: : holy sacred, holy, Holy One, saint, set apart
Usage: Occurs in 108 OT verses. KJV: holy (One), saint. See also: Exodus 19:6; Psalms 89:19; Psalms 16:3.
מִשְׁכְּנֵ֥י
mishkân
H4908
"tabernacle"
N-mp
The tabernacle was a special tent where God met with the Israelites, as described in Exodus and Leviticus. It was a portable place of worship, like a dwelling place for God. The Israelites carried it with them.
Definition: 1) dwelling place, tabernacle 1a) dwelling-place 1b) dwellings Aramaic equivalent: mish.kan (מִשְׁכַּן "habitation" H4907)
Usage: Occurs in 129 OT verses. KJV: dwelleth, dwelling (place), habitation, tabernacle, tent. See also: Exodus 25:9; Numbers 3:23; Psalms 26:8.
עֶלְיֽוֹן
ʻelyôwn
H5945
"high"
Adj
The Most High, a name for God emphasizing His supreme power and authority. It appears in Psalm 57:2, where David cries out to the Most High God for help, showing trust in God's power. This name highlights God's lofty position above all things.
Definition: adj 1) high, upper 1a) of Davidic king exalted above monarchs
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: (Most, on) high(-er, -est), upper(-most). See also: Genesis 14:18; Psalms 47:3; Psalms 7:18.
Study Notes — Psalms 46:5
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- Psalms 46:5 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 46:5
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 46:5
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 46:5
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 46:5
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 46:5
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 46:5
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 46:5
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 46:5
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 46:5
- Sermons on Psalms 46:5
Context — God Is Our Refuge and Strength
3though their waters roar and foam and the mountains quake in the surge. Selah
4There is a river whose streams delight the city of God, the holy place where the Most High dwells.
5God is within her; she will not be moved. God will help her when morning dawns.
6Nations rage, kingdoms crumble; the earth melts when He lifts His voice. 7The LORD of Hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress. SelahCross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Zechariah 2:5 | For I will be a wall of fire around it, declares the LORD, and I will be the glory within it.’” |
| 2 | Zephaniah 3:15 | The LORD has taken away your punishment; He has turned back your enemy. Israel’s King, the LORD, is among you; no longer will you fear any harm. |
| 3 | Joel 2:27 | Then you will know that I am present in Israel and that I am the LORD your God, and there is no other. My people will never again be put to shame. |
| 4 | Zechariah 2:10–11 | “Shout for joy and be glad, O Daughter of Zion, for I am coming to dwell among you,” declares the LORD. “On that day many nations will join themselves to the LORD, and they will become My people. I will dwell among you, and you will know that the LORD of Hosts has sent Me to you. |
| 5 | Ezekiel 43:7 | and He said to me, “Son of man, this is the place of My throne and the place for the soles of My feet, where I will dwell among the Israelites forever. The house of Israel will never again defile My holy name—neither they nor their kings—by their prostitution and by the funeral offerings for their kings at their deaths. |
| 6 | Psalms 62:2 | He alone is my rock and my salvation. He is my fortress; I will never be shaken. |
| 7 | Isaiah 12:6 | Cry out and sing, O citizen of Zion, for great among you is the Holy One of Israel.” |
| 8 | Psalms 112:6 | Surely he will never be shaken; the righteous man will be remembered forever. |
| 9 | Matthew 18:20 | For where two or three gather together in My name, there am I with them.” |
| 10 | Deuteronomy 23:14 | For the LORD your God walks throughout your camp to protect you and deliver your enemies to you. Your camp must be holy, lest He see anything unclean among you and turn away from you. |
Psalms 46:5 Summary
Psalms 46:5 tells us that God is always with us, giving us stability and protection, just like a strong foundation for a building. This means we don't have to be afraid, even when things seem scary or uncertain, because God will help us when we need it (as Romans 8:28 reminds us that He works all things for our good). We can trust that God will be with us every step of the way, providing hope and new beginnings, just as Lamentations 3:22-23 promises.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for God to be 'within her' in Psalms 46:5?
This phrase refers to God's presence dwelling within the city of God, providing protection and stability, much like He dwells within believers according to Ephesians 3:17 and Colossians 1:27.
How can we be certain of God's help in times of trouble?
Psalms 46:5 assures us that God will help us when morning dawns, symbolizing a new beginning and hope, just as Lamentations 3:22-23 reminds us of God's faithfulness and new mercies every morning.
What is the significance of 'morning dawns' in this verse?
The phrase 'morning dawns' represents a time of new beginnings and hope, signifying that God's help and deliverance will come in due time, much like the promise in Isaiah 40:31 to those who wait on the Lord.
How does this verse relate to the believer's life?
As believers, we can apply the promise of Psalms 46:5 to our own lives, trusting that God is within us and will help us in times of trouble, just as Romans 8:31 and Hebrews 13:6 encourage us to trust in God's presence and care.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can practically trust in God's presence within me, just as the city of God trusts in His presence?
- How have I experienced God's help and deliverance in the past, and how can I apply those experiences to my current challenges?
- In what ways can I rest in the promise that God will help me when morning dawns, even in the midst of uncertainty and trouble?
- What are some areas of my life where I need to trust in God's stability and protection, and how can I surrender those areas to Him?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 46:5
God [is] in the midst of her,.... The church and people of God; not merely by his essence, power, and providence, as he is in the midst of the world; but by his gracious presence, and which always
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 46:5
God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God shall help her, and that right early.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 46:5
Heb. as soon as the morning appeareth, i.e. speedily, after a short night of affliction; compare ; and seasonably, when the danger is greatest, and the enemies prepare to make the assault; which is commonly done in the morning.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 46:5
Psalms 46:5 God [is] in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God shall help her, [and that] right early.Ver. 5. God is in the midst of her] Hence the Church is called Jehovah Shammah, the Lord is there, Ezekiel 48:35, there he hath set him up a mercy seat, a throne of grace, and paved his people a new and living way thereunto with the blood of his Son, so that they may come boldly, obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need, Hebrews 4:14. She shall not be moved] Or, not greatly moved, Psalms 62:2, in those great commotions abroad the world, Psalms 46:2-3. This bush may burn, but shall not be consumed; and that by the blessing of him that dwelt in the bush, Deuteronomy 33:16 Built she is upon a rock, Matthew 16:18, and so is every particular believer, Matthew 7:25. And if at any time they be in distress, God shall help her, and that right early] Heb. when the morning appeareth; that is, in the nick of time, when help shall be most seasonable and best welcome, Exodus 14:23, Begneth haveshugnah (Kimchi). Mourning lasteth but till morning, Psalms 30:5; the Church is invincible, ακινητοςκαιανικητος).
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 46:5
(5) Right early.—Literally, at the turning of the morning. Evidently metaphorical of the dawn of a brighter day.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 46:5
Verse 5. God is in the midst of her] God will not abandon them that trust in him; he will maintain his own cause; and, if his Church should at any time be attacked, he will help her, and that right early - with the utmost speed. As soon as the onset is made, God is there to resist. As by the day-break the shadows and darkness are dissipated; so by the bright rising of Jehovah, the darkness of adversity shall be scattered.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 46:5
5. God is in the midst of her] Cp. Isaiah 12:6; and Micah 3:11, where we learn how this watchword was abused by those who saw in the Presence of God a pledge of protection but no call to holiness. she shall not be moved] More stable than the solid mountains (Psalms 46:2): more secure than the kingdoms of the earth (Psalms 46:6). and that right early] Better, when the morn appeareth, when the dawn of deliverance succeeds the night of distress (Psalms 46:3; Psalms 30:5): but not without a special reference to the morning when they rose to find Sennacherib’s army destroyed (Isaiah 37:36), and a reminiscence of the Exodus, where the same phrase is used (Exodus 14:27).
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 46:5
God is in the midst of her - God is in the midst of the “city” referred to above - the “city of God.” That is, (a) he dwelt there by the visible symbol of his presence, the Shekinah; (b) he was there
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 46:5
5. God is in the midst of her—Not the natural strength of the city, nor its improved fortifications, commissary supplies, extensive water works, military discipline, and arsenal stores, on which
Sermons on Psalms 46:5
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A Spotless Bride by Hywel R. Jones | Hywel R. Jones preaches about the current state of institutions and professionals, emphasizing the lack of moral integrity leading to the crumbling of various realms in the western |
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Comfort for the Church by Thomas Watson | Thomas Watson preaches about the comforting presence of God in the midst of His church, emphasizing that despite external and internal enemies, God's refuge and strength are always |
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A Vision That Constitutes a Vocation by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the necessity of having a divine vision to fulfill one's vocation in Christ, arguing that the people of Jerusalem, despite their knowledge of the Script |
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Jehovah-Jesus, the Security of Zion by Thomas Bradbury | Thomas Bradbury preaches about the unwavering presence and help of God in the midst of His people, emphasizing the security and comfort found in the covenant promises of God. He hi |
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(Power From on High) 2. the Baptism With the Holy Ghost by A.B. Simpson | A.B. Simpson emphasizes the significance of the baptism with the Holy Ghost, explaining that it is Christ who baptizes us with the Spirit, enabling us to live a life reflective of |
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(Secrets of Victory) 7. You Cannot Be Tested Beyond Your Ability by Zac Poonen | Zac Poonen emphasizes the assurance found in 1 Corinthians 10:13, which states that God will not allow us to be tested beyond our ability. He explains that while trials may seem un |
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At Peace in the Storm by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes the promises of God to protect His people during the impending storms of judgment, referencing Zechariah and Isaiah to illustrate God's commitment to be |