Psalms 50:8
Psalms 50:8 in Multiple Translations
I do not rebuke you for your sacrifices, and your burnt offerings are ever before Me.
I will not reprove thee for thy sacrifices or thy burnt offerings, to have been continually before me.
I will not reprove thee for thy sacrifices; And thy burnt-offerings are continually before me.
I will not take up a cause against you because of your offerings, or because of your burned offerings, which are ever before me.
I'm not complaining about your sacrifices or burnt offerings that you offer all the time.
I wil not reproue thee for thy sacrifices, or thy burnt offerings, that haue not bene continually before me.
Not for thy sacrifices do I reprove thee, Yea, thy burnt-offerings [Are] before Me continually.
I don’t rebuke you for your sacrifices. Your burnt offerings are continually before me.
I will not reprove thee for thy sacrifices or thy burnt-offerings, to have been continually before me.
For behold thou hast loved truth: the uncertain and hidden things of thy wisdom thou hast made manifest to me.
I am not rebuking you for making sacrifices to me, for the offerings that you completely burn on the altar.
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Psalms 50:8 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לֹ֣א
עַל
זְ֭בָחֶי/ךָ
אוֹכִיחֶ֑/ךָ
וְ/עוֹלֹתֶ֖י/ךָ
לְ/נֶגְדִּ֣/י
תָמִֽיד
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
זְ֭בָחֶי/ךָ
zebach
H2077
sacrifice
N-mp | Suff
אוֹכִיחֶ֑/ךָ
yâkach
H3198
to rebuke
V-Hiphil-Imperf-1cs | Suff
וְ/עוֹלֹתֶ֖י/ךָ
ʻôlâh
H5930
burnt offering
Conj | N-fp | Suff
לְ/נֶגְדִּ֣/י
neged
H5048
before
Prep | Prep | Suff
תָמִֽיד
tâmîyd
H8548
continually
N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 50:8
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
זְ֭בָחֶי/ךָ
zebach
H2077
"sacrifice"
N-mp | Suff
A sacrifice refers to the act of offering an animal's flesh to God, such as in the sacrifices of righteousness or the Passover. This term encompasses various types of sacrifices, including thank offerings and covenant sacrifices. The KJV translates it as 'offer' or 'sacrifice'.
Definition: 1) sacrifice 1a) sacrifices of righteousness 1b) sacrifices of strife 1c) sacrifices to dead things 1d) the covenant sacrifice 1e) the passover 1f) annual sacrifice 1g) thank offering
Usage: Occurs in 153 OT verses. KJV: offer(-ing), sacrifice. See also: Genesis 31:54; 1 Samuel 2:19; Psalms 4:6.
אוֹכִיחֶ֑/ךָ
yâkach
H3198
"to rebuke"
V-Hiphil-Imperf-1cs | Suff
This Hebrew word means to rebuke or correct, and is used in the Bible to describe arguing, judging, or convincing someone of their wrongdoings. It is seen in the KJV translation as rebuke or reprove. The word is used in various forms, including to describe God's correction of his people.
Definition: 1) to prove, decide, judge, rebuke, reprove, correct, be right 1a) (Hiphil) 1a1) to decide, judge 1a2) to adjudge, appoint 1a3) to show to be right, prove 1a4) to convince, convict 1a5) to reprove, chide 1a6) to correct, rebuke 1b) (Hophal) to be chastened 1c) (Niphal) to reason, reason together 1d) (Hithp) to argue
Usage: Occurs in 55 OT verses. KJV: appoint, argue, chasten, convince, correct(-ion), daysman, dispute, judge, maintain, plead, reason (together), rebuke, reprove(-r), surely, in any wise. See also: Genesis 20:16; Psalms 38:2; Psalms 6:2.
וְ/עוֹלֹתֶ֖י/ךָ
ʻôlâh
H5930
"burnt offering"
Conj | N-fp | Suff
This word refers to a step or stairs, often used to describe the ascent to the altar for a burnt offering. In the Bible, it can also mean a holocaust or sacrifice, like in Leviticus.
Definition: whole burnt offering Aramaic equivalent: a.lah (עֲלָת "burnt offering" H5928)
Usage: Occurs in 262 OT verses. KJV: ascent, burnt offering (sacrifice), go up to. See also H5766 (עֶוֶל). See also: Genesis 8:20; Numbers 15:5; 2 Chronicles 29:7.
לְ/נֶגְדִּ֣/י
neged
H5048
"before"
Prep | Prep | Suff
Before or in front of something, as in Genesis 18:22 where Abraham stands before the Lord. It describes a position of being face to face or in someone's presence.
Definition: subst 1) what is conspicuous, what is in front of adv 2) in front of, straight forward, before, in sight of 3) in front of oneself, straightforward 4) before your face, in your view or purpose with prep 5) what is in front of, corresponding to 6) in front of, before 7) in the sight or presence of 8) parallel to 9) over, for 10) in front, opposite 11) at a distance prep 12) from the front of, away from 13) from before the eyes of, opposite to, at a distance from 14) from before, in front of 15) as far as the front of Aramaic equivalent: ne.ged (נֶ֫גֶד "before" H5049)
Usage: Occurs in 142 OT verses. KJV: about, (over) against, [idiom] aloof, [idiom] far (off), [idiom] from, over, presence, [idiom] other side, sight, [idiom] to view. See also: Genesis 2:18; Job 10:17; Psalms 10:5.
תָמִֽיד
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.
Study Notes — Psalms 50:8
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 50:8 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 50:8
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 50:8
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 50:8
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 50:8
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 50:8
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 50:8
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 50:8
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 50:8
- Sermons on Psalms 50:8
Context — The Mighty One Calls
6And the heavens proclaim His righteousness, for God Himself is Judge. Selah
7“Hear, O My people, and I will speak, O Israel, and I will testify against you: I am God, your God.
8I do not rebuke you for your sacrifices, and your burnt offerings are ever before Me.
9I have no need for a bull from your stall or goats from your pens, 10for every beast of the forest is Mine— the cattle on a thousand hills.Cross References
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| 1 | Isaiah 1:11–31 | “What good to Me is your multitude of sacrifices?” says the LORD. “I am full from the burnt offerings of rams and the fat of well-fed cattle; I take no delight in the blood of bulls and lambs and goats. When you come to appear before Me, who has required this of you— this trampling of My courts? Bring your worthless offerings no more; your incense is detestable to Me— your New Moons, Sabbaths, and convocations. I cannot endure iniquity in a solemn assembly. I hate your New Moons and your appointed feasts. They have become a burden to Me; I am weary of bearing them. When you spread out your hands in prayer, I will hide My eyes from you; even though you multiply your prayers, I will not listen. Your hands are covered with blood. Wash and cleanse yourselves. Remove your evil deeds from My sight. Stop doing evil! Learn to do right; seek justice and correct the oppressor. Defend the fatherless and plead the case of the widow.” “Come now, let us reason together,” says the LORD. “Though your sins are like scarlet, they will be as white as snow; though they are as red as crimson, they will become like wool. If you are willing and obedient, you will eat the best of the land. But if you resist and rebel, you will be devoured by the sword.” For the mouth of the LORD has spoken. See how the faithful city has become a harlot! She once was full of justice; righteousness resided within her, but now only murderers! Your silver has become dross; your fine wine is diluted with water. Your rulers are rebels, friends of thieves. They all love bribes and chasing after rewards. They do not defend the fatherless, and the plea of the widow never comes before them. Therefore the Lord GOD of Hosts, the Mighty One of Israel, declares: “Ah, I will be relieved of My foes and avenge Myself on My enemies. I will turn My hand against you; I will thoroughly purge your dross; I will remove all your impurities. I will restore your judges as at first, and your counselors as at the beginning. After that you will be called the City of Righteousness, the Faithful City.” Zion will be redeemed with justice, her repentant ones with righteousness. But rebels and sinners will together be shattered, and those who forsake the LORD will perish. Surely you will be ashamed of the sacred oaks in which you have delighted; you will be embarrassed by the gardens that you have chosen. For you will become like an oak whose leaves are withered, like a garden without water. The strong man will become tinder and his work will be a spark; both will burn together, with no one to quench the flames. |
| 2 | Hebrews 10:4–10 | because it is impossible for the blood of bulls and goats to take away sins. Therefore, when Christ came into the world, He said: “Sacrifice and offering You did not desire, but a body You prepared for Me. In burnt offerings and sin offerings You took no delight. Then I said, ‘Here I am, it is written about Me in the scroll: I have come to do Your will, O God.’” In the passage above He says, “Sacrifices and offerings, burnt offerings and sin offerings You did not desire, nor did You delight in them” (although they are offered according to the law). Then He adds, “Here I am, I have come to do Your will.” He takes away the first to establish the second. And by that will, we have been sanctified through the sacrifice of the body of Jesus Christ once for all. |
| 3 | Hosea 6:6 | For I desire mercy, not sacrifice, and the knowledge of God rather than burnt offerings. |
| 4 | Psalms 40:6–8 | Sacrifice and offering You did not desire, but my ears You have opened. Burnt offerings and sin offerings You did not require. Then I said, “Here I am, I have come— it is written about me in the scroll: I delight to do Your will, O my God; Your law is within my heart.” |
| 5 | Psalms 51:16 | For You do not delight in sacrifice, or I would bring it; You take no pleasure in burnt offerings. |
| 6 | Jeremiah 7:21–23 | This is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says: Add your burnt offerings to your other sacrifices and eat the meat yourselves! For when I brought your fathers out of the land of Egypt, I did not merely command them about burnt offerings and sacrifices, but this is what I commanded them: Obey Me, and I will be your God, and you will be My people. You must walk in all the ways I have commanded you, so that it may go well with you. |
Psalms 50:8 Summary
In Psalms 50:8, God is saying that He doesn't need our sacrifices to be pleased with us. This means that we can't earn God's love by doing certain things, but instead, He loves us because of who He is (as seen in Romans 5:8). Our goal should be to please God with our hearts, not just our actions, and to remember that He is always with us, as seen in Matthew 28:20. By focusing on our relationship with God, we can worship Him in a way that is meaningful and true, as seen in John 4:24.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main point God is making in Psalms 50:8?
God is saying that He does not need our sacrifices to be pleased with us, as seen in Psalms 50:8, and this is reinforced by other scriptures such as Romans 11:35, which reminds us that we cannot give God anything that He does not already own.
Does this verse mean we should stop making sacrifices and offerings to God?
No, this verse does not mean that we should stop making sacrifices and offerings to God, but rather that God values our heart and obedience over our rituals, as seen in 1 Samuel 15:22, where Samuel says that obedience is better than sacrifice.
How does this verse relate to the concept of worship?
This verse reminds us that true worship is not just about the rituals and sacrifices we make, but about having a heart that is fully devoted to God, as seen in John 4:24, which says that God is a Spirit and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth.
What does it mean that our burnt offerings are 'ever before' God?
This phrase means that God is always aware of and remembers our sacrifices and offerings, and it emphasizes His constant presence and attention to our worship, as seen in Hebrews 13:15-16, which encourages us to offer sacrifices of praise to God through Jesus Christ.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I try to earn God's favor through my actions, and how can I shift my focus to pleasing Him with my heart?
- How can I ensure that my worship is not just about going through the motions, but is instead a genuine expression of my love and devotion to God?
- What are some areas of my life where I am trying to 'buy' God's favor through my sacrifices and offerings, rather than simply trusting in His love and provision?
- How can I cultivate a deeper sense of awareness of God's presence in my life, and remember that He is always with me, just as our burnt offerings are 'ever before' Him?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 50:8
I will not reprove thee for thy sacrifices,.... For the neglect of them; this they were not chargeable with; and had they omitted them, a charge would not have been brought against them on that
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 50:8
I will not reprove thee for thy sacrifices or thy burnt offerings, to have been continually before me. I will not reprove thee for thy sacrifices.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 50:8
I do not charge thee, or at least this is not the principal matter of my charge, that thou hast neglected sacrifices which thou shouldst have offered; for although thou hast many times omitted thy duty in that kind, yet I have greater things than these to charge thee with. To have been; or, they have been. I confess thou hast been frequent in that work, and hast laid too great a stress upon it, and satisfied thy conscience with it, as if thereby thou hadst made me amends for the errors of thy life.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 50:8
Psalms 50:8 I will not reprove thee for thy sacrifices or thy burnt offerings, [to have been] continually before me.Ver. 8. I will not reprove thee for thy sacrifices] i.e. For thy neglect of them, but for thy resting in them, sticking in the bark, bringing me the bare shell without the kernel, not referring thy sacrifices to the right end and use; but satisfying thyself in the work done. This was afterwards the sin of the Pharisees, is still of the Papists, and of too many carnal gospellers, who think they have served God, for they have been at church, done their devoir, for they have said their prayers, &c. Yea, many of the better sort among us hold only a certain stint of daily duties, as malt horses their pace, or mill horses their round, that move much, remove little, out of custom or form. Yea, the best find it hard enough to be in duty in respect of performance, and out of duty in respect of dependence; to do all righteousness, and yet to rest in none but Christ’ s. Or thy burnt offerings, to have been continually before me] Heb. Thy burnt offerings have been continually before me; so that I am sated with the very sight of them, Isaiah 1:11; there God complained that all his senses were wearied, and his soul vexed, by the abundance of their outward ceremonies, but want of moral service.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 50:8
(8) I will not . . .—Better, Not on account of thy sacrifices do I reprove thee, nor thy burnt offerings, which are always before me. This part of the nation is judged not for neglect of ritual, but for mistaken regard for it. (See Introduction to this psalm.) As usual in such visions of judgment (comp. Matthew 25:32) the arraigned nation is separated into two classes when brought before the bar of the judge, and the better part is first reproved.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 50:8
Verse 8. I will not reprove thee] I do not mean to find fault with you for not offering sacrifices; you have offered them, they have been continually before me: but you have not offered them in the proper way.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 50:8
8. Render with R.V., I will not reprove thee for thy sacrifices; And thy burnt offerings are continually before me. This rendering is grammatically preferable to that of R.V. marg. Nor for thy burnt offerings, which are &c., which gives substantially the same sense. God’s indictment does not relate to sacrifice: the stated offerings are duly presented. Continually seems to allude to the ‘continual burnt offering,’ which was offered daily, morning and evening. See Numbers 28:3 ff. 9ff. The owner of the vast herds of animals which roam the forests and range over a thousand mountains is not like some earthly king who comes and takes the choicest of his subjects’ possessions at his will (1 Samuel 8:16 f.). The phrase rendered upon a thousand hills may mean upon the mountains where thousands are. The construction in either case is peculiar, and it has been conjectured that we should read upon the mountains of God, as in Psalms 36:6; but the alteration is hardly necessary.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 50:8
I will not reprove thee for thy sacrifices or thy burnt-offerings - On the words “sacrifices” and “burnt-offerings” here used, see the notes at Isaiah 1:11.
Sermons on Psalms 50:8
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A Reply to an Answer to Queries by i.p. Concerning Gospel Baptism by Isaac Penington | Greek Word Studies for aid_number 35924 preaches about the significance of periaireo, which means to completely take away or remove the guilt of sin, likened to lifting the anchors |
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Is This That? by Vance Havner | In this sermon, Dr. Crouch addresses the state of the church and its lack of spiritual concern for the world. He compares the average church membership to a malfunctioning electric |
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A Holy Remnant (Clip) by David Wilkerson | God is quietly preparing a powerful army of dedicated Christians, more devoted than any before, to do exploits and shake hell. This remnant will be made up of ordinary believers wh |
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Is This That (Alternate) by Vance Havner | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of breaking up the ground before expecting a harvest. He compares the process of growing a crop to the work of spreading the w |
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An Acceptable Sacrifice by Bob Phillips | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of recognizing and appreciating the kindness, forbearance, and patience of God. He explains that these attributes of God shou |
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From Babylon to Jerusalem - (Zechariah) ch.5:5 - 8:13 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the four spirits of heaven mentioned in Revelation 7. These spirits are sent forth by God to execute tasks of judgment. The preacher emphasiz |
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Power of True Religion: Power Over Us by J. Glyn Owen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of true religion and the power it holds. He discusses the three ways in which the power of true religion manifests itself: the |