Psalms 51:19
Psalms 51:19 in Multiple Translations
Then You will delight in righteous sacrifices, in whole burnt offerings; then bulls will be offered on Your altar.
Then shalt thou be pleased with the sacrifices of righteousness, with burnt offering and whole burnt offering: then shall they offer bullocks upon thine altar.
Then wilt thou delight in the sacrifices of righteousness, In burnt-offering and whole burnt-offering: Then will they offer bullocks upon thine altar.
Then you will have delight in the offerings of righteousness, in burned offerings and offerings of beasts; then they will make offerings of oxen on your altar.
Then you will be pleased with sacrifices given in the right spirit, for all kinds of burnt offerings, and bulls sacrificed on your altar once more.
Then shalt thou accept ye sacrifices of righteousnes, euen the burnt offering and oblation: then shall they offer calues vpon thine altar.
Then Thou desirest sacrifices of righteousness, Burnt-offering, and whole burnt-offering, Then they offer bullocks on thine altar!
Then you will delight in the sacrifices of righteousness, in burnt offerings and in whole burnt offerings. Then they will offer bulls on your altar.
Then shalt thou be pleased with the sacrifices of righteousness, with burnt-offering and whole burnt-offering: then shall they offer bullocks upon thy altar.
When that happens, they will bring you the proper sacrifices, animals that they will completely burn, young bulls that they will burn on your altar, and you will be pleased.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 51:19
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Psalms 51:19 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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זִֽבְחֵ֣י
אֱלֹהִים֮
ר֪וּחַ
נִשְׁבָּ֫רָ֥ה
לֵב
נִשְׁבָּ֥ר
וְ/נִדְכֶּ֑ה
אֱ֝לֹהִ֗ים
לֹ֣א
תִבְזֶֽה
זִֽבְחֵ֣י
zebach
H2077
sacrifice
N-mp
אֱלֹהִים֮
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
N-mp
ר֪וּחַ
rûwach
H7307
spirit
N-cs
נִשְׁבָּ֫רָ֥ה
shâbar
H7665
to break
V-Niphal
לֵב
lêb
H3820
heart
N-ms
נִשְׁבָּ֥ר
shâbar
H7665
to break
V-Niphal
וְ/נִדְכֶּ֑ה
dâkâh
H1794
to crush
Conj | V-Niphal
אֱ֝לֹהִ֗ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
N-mp
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
תִבְזֶֽה
bâzâh
H959
to despise
V-Qal-Imperf-2ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 51:19
זִֽבְחֵ֣י
zebach
H2077
"sacrifice"
N-mp
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.
אֱלֹהִים֮
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.
ר֪וּחַ
rûwach
H7307
"spirit"
N-cs
In the Bible, this word for spirit refers to the breath of life, the wind, or a person's mind and emotions, as seen in the book of Ezekiel.
Definition: : spirit 1) wind, breath, mind, spirit 1a) breath 1b) wind 1b1) of heaven 1b2) quarter (of wind), side 1b3) breath of air 1b4) air, gas 1b5) vain, empty thing 1c) spirit (as that which breathes quickly in animation or agitation) 1c1) spirit, animation, vivacity, vigour 1c2) courage 1c3) temper, anger 1c4) impatience, patience 1c5) spirit, disposition (as troubled, bitter, discontented) 1c6) disposition (of various kinds), unaccountable or uncontrollable impulse 1c7) prophetic spirit 1d) spirit (of the living, breathing being in man and animals) 1d1) as gift, preserved by God, God's spirit, departing at death, disembodied being 1e) spirit (as seat of emotion) 1e1) desire 1e2) sorrow, trouble 1f) spirit 1f1) as seat or organ of mental acts 1f2) rarely of the will 1f3) as seat especially of moral character 1g) Spirit of God, the third person of the triune God, the Holy Spirit, coequal, coeternal with the Father and the Son 1g1) as inspiring ecstatic state of prophecy 1g2) as impelling prophet to utter instruction or warning 1g3) imparting warlike energy and executive and administrative power 1g4) as endowing men with various gifts 1g5) as energy of life 1g6) as manifest in the Shekinah glory 1g7) never referred to as a depersonalised force
Usage: Occurs in 348 OT verses. KJV: air, anger, blast, breath, [idiom] cool, courage, mind, [idiom] quarter, [idiom] side, spirit(-ual), tempest, [idiom] vain, (whirl-) wind(-y). See also: Genesis 1:2; Job 6:26; Psalms 1:4.
נִשְׁבָּ֫רָ֥ה
shâbar
H7665
"to break"
V-Niphal
This word means to break or shatter something, either physically or emotionally. It can also mean to burst or rupture, and is often used to describe intense violence or destruction. In the Bible, it's translated as break or crush.
Definition: 1) to break, break in pieces 1a) (Qal) 1a1) break, break in or down, rend violently, wreck, crush, quench 1a2) to break, rupture (fig) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be broken, be maimed, be crippled, be wrecked 1b2) to be broken, be crushed (fig) 1c) (Piel) to shatter, break 1d) (Hiphil) to cause to break out, bring to the birth 1e) (Hophal) to be broken, be shattered Aramaic equivalent: te.var (תְּבַר "to break" H8406)
Usage: Occurs in 143 OT verses. KJV: break (down, off, in pieces, up), broken (-hearted), bring to the birth, crush, destroy, hurt, quench, [idiom] quite, tear, view (by mistake for H7663 (שָׂבַר)). See also: Genesis 19:9; Isaiah 27:11; Psalms 3:8.
לֵב
lêb
H3820
"heart"
N-ms
Leb refers to the heart, but also represents feelings, will, and intellect in the Bible. It is used figuratively to describe the center of something, and is often translated as heart or mind. Leb is a complex concept that encompasses emotions and thoughts.
Definition: 1) inner man, mind, will, heart, understanding 1a) inner part, midst 1a1) midst (of things) 1a2) heart (of man) 1a3) soul, heart (of man) 1a4) mind, knowledge, thinking, reflection, memory 1a5) inclination, resolution, determination (of will) 1a6) conscience 1a7) heart (of moral character) 1a8) as seat of appetites 1a9) as seat of emotions and passions 1a10) as seat of courage
Usage: Occurs in 552 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] care for, comfortably, consent, [idiom] considered, courag(-eous), friend(-ly), ((broken-), (hard-), (merry-), (stiff-), (stout-), double) heart(-ed), [idiom] heed, [idiom] I, kindly, midst, mind(-ed), [idiom] regard(-ed), [idiom] themselves, [idiom] unawares, understanding, [idiom] well, willingly, wisdom. See also: Genesis 6:5; 2 Samuel 13:33; Psalms 4:8.
נִשְׁבָּ֥ר
shâbar
H7665
"to break"
V-Niphal
This word means to break or shatter something, either physically or emotionally. It can also mean to burst or rupture, and is often used to describe intense violence or destruction. In the Bible, it's translated as break or crush.
Definition: 1) to break, break in pieces 1a) (Qal) 1a1) break, break in or down, rend violently, wreck, crush, quench 1a2) to break, rupture (fig) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be broken, be maimed, be crippled, be wrecked 1b2) to be broken, be crushed (fig) 1c) (Piel) to shatter, break 1d) (Hiphil) to cause to break out, bring to the birth 1e) (Hophal) to be broken, be shattered Aramaic equivalent: te.var (תְּבַר "to break" H8406)
Usage: Occurs in 143 OT verses. KJV: break (down, off, in pieces, up), broken (-hearted), bring to the birth, crush, destroy, hurt, quench, [idiom] quite, tear, view (by mistake for H7663 (שָׂבַר)). See also: Genesis 19:9; Isaiah 27:11; Psalms 3:8.
וְ/נִדְכֶּ֑ה
dâkâh
H1794
"to crush"
Conj | V-Niphal
This verb means to crush or collapse, either physically or mentally. It can describe being broken-hearted, like in Psalm 34:18, or being crushed by a heavy burden. It's about being completely overwhelmed.
Definition: 1) to crush, be crushed, be contrite, be broken 1a) (Qal) to be crushed, collapse 1b)(Niphal) to be crushed, be contrite, be broken 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to crush down 1c2) to crush to pieces
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: break (sore), contrite, crouch. See also: Psalms 10:10; Psalms 44:20; Psalms 38:9.
אֱ֝לֹהִ֗ים
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.
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.
תִבְזֶֽה
bâzâh
H959
"to despise"
V-Qal-Imperf-2ms
To despise or hold in contempt, as seen in Proverbs where it warns against despising wisdom. It can also mean to be despised or worthless, as in the case of a vile person.
Definition: 1) to despise, hold in contempt, disdain 1a) (Qal) to despise, regard with contempt 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be despised 1b2) to be despicable 1b3) to be vile, worthless 1c) (Hiphil) to cause to despise Also means: ba.zoh (בָּזֹה "to despise" H0960)
Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: despise, disdain, contemn(-ptible), [phrase] think to scorn, vile person. See also: Genesis 25:34; Psalms 102:18; Psalms 15:4.
Study Notes — Psalms 51:19
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 51:19 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 51:19
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 51:19
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 51:19
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 51:19
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 51:19
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 51:19
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 51:19
- Sermons on Psalms 51:19
Context — Create in Me a Clean Heart, O God
17The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit; a broken and a contrite heart, O God, You will not despise.
18In Your good pleasure, cause Zion to prosper; build up the walls of Jerusalem.
19Then You will delight in righteous sacrifices, in whole burnt offerings; then bulls will be offered on Your altar.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 4:5 | Offer the sacrifices of the righteous and trust in the LORD. |
| 2 | Ephesians 5:2 | and walk in love, just as Christ loved us and gave Himself up for us as a fragrant sacrificial offering to God. |
| 3 | Malachi 3:3 | And He will sit as a refiner and purifier of silver; He will purify the sons of Levi and refine them like gold and silver. Then they will present offerings to the LORD in righteousness. |
| 4 | Psalms 66:13–15 | I will enter Your house with burnt offerings; I will fulfill my vows to You— the vows that my lips promised and my mouth spoke in my distress. I will offer You fatlings as burnt offerings, with the fragrant smoke of rams; I will offer bulls and goats. Selah |
| 5 | Romans 12:1 | Therefore I urge you, brothers, on account of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God, which is your spiritual service of worship. |
| 6 | Psalms 118:27 | The LORD is God; He has made His light to shine upon us. Bind the festal sacrifice with cords to the horns of the altar. |
Psalms 51:19 Summary
Psalms 51:19 says that God will delight in righteous sacrifices, which are whole burnt offerings made with a broken and contrite heart. This means that God is pleased when we come to Him with humility and sincerity, as mentioned in Psalms 51:17. When we offer sacrifices to God, such as our time, talents, and resources, He is delighted when they are given with a pure heart, as seen in Matthew 5:23-24. By offering ourselves to God in this way, we can experience His joy and pleasure, and our relationship with Him can grow deeper and stronger, as seen in Romans 12:1-2.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of sacrifices is God delighted in, according to Psalms 51:19?
God delights in righteous sacrifices, which are whole burnt offerings made with a broken and contrite heart, as mentioned in Psalms 51:17, and are a result of a genuine relationship with Him, as seen in Romans 12:1.
Why will bulls be offered on God's altar, as mentioned in Psalms 51:19?
The offering of bulls on God's altar represents a return to the proper worship and sacrifices as ordained by God, as seen in Leviticus 1:3-9, and is a result of God's people returning to Him with a broken and contrite heart, as mentioned in Psalms 51:17.
How does Psalms 51:19 relate to the concept of worship in the Bible?
Psalms 51:19 highlights the importance of worship that is pleasing to God, which involves not only outward sacrifices but also a genuine, inner transformation of the heart, as seen in John 4:24, where Jesus says that God is seeking those who will worship Him in spirit and truth.
What is the significance of God delighting in righteous sacrifices, as mentioned in Psalms 51:19?
God delighting in righteous sacrifices signifies His pleasure and acceptance of the worship and devotion of His people, as seen in Psalms 51:17, and is a result of their obedience to His commands and their desire to please Him, as mentioned in 2 Corinthians 5:9.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can offer 'righteous sacrifices' to God in my daily life, and how can I ensure that my worship is pleasing to Him?
- How can I cultivate a 'broken and contrite heart' in my relationship with God, as mentioned in Psalms 51:17, and what are the benefits of doing so?
- In what ways can I prioritize the worship of God in my life, and what are some practical steps I can take to make sure that my worship is centered on Him, as seen in Colossians 3:16-17?
- What are some ways that God's people can 'prosper' and have their 'walls' built up, as mentioned in Psalms 51:18, and how can I be a part of this process in my community?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 51:19
Then shall thou be pleased with the sacrifices of righteousness,.... Which must be different from the legal ones he desired not, and did not delight in, Psalms 51:16; but design sacrifices under the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 51:19
Then will I teach transgressors thy ways; and sinners shall be converted unto thee.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 51:19
Then; when thou hast granted my humble requests expressed in the former verses, when thou hast renewed, and pardoned, and comforted me, and restored thy favour unto thy people and this city. The sacrifices; which now for our sins thou mayst justly reject and abhor. Of righteousness; which I and my people, being justified and reconciled to thee, shall offer with sincere and penitent hearts. These are opposed to the sacrifices of the wicked, which God abhors, , &c. Then shall they offer, i.e. they who by thy appointment are to do that work, the priests in the name and on the behalf of thy people. Bullocks; the best and costliest sacrifices, and that in great numbers, in testimony of their gratitude to God, for thy great favour in pardoning mine and their sins, and preventing that total ruin which we had reason to expect and fear upon that account.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 51:19
Psalms 51:19 Then shalt thou be pleased with the sacrifices of righteousness, with burnt offering and whole burnt offering: then shall they offer bullocks upon thine altar.Ver. 19. Then shalt thou be pleased with the sacrifices, &c.] i.e. Such as are offered in faith, and according to the will of God, Psalms 4:6. Then shall they offer bullocks upon thine altar] They shall be free hearted and frequent in thy work and service; Vae torpori nostro, Woe to our dulness and backwardness in these happy days of peace and free profession, which we had need improve as they did, Acts 9:31. Otherwise, we may desire to see one of the days of the Son of man, and not see it, Luke 17:22. Go to Shiloh, &c.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 51:19
19. Then shalt thou be pleased with] R.V., Then shalt thou delight in, as in Psalms 51:16. the sacrifices of righteousness] Those offered in a right spirit. Cp. Psalms 4:5; Deuteronomy 33:19. with burnt offering and whole burnt offering] R.V., in burnt offering &c. The term ‘ôlâh, ‘burnt-offering,’ denotes the sacrifice as ‘ascending’ in smoke and flame: kâlîl, ‘whole burnt offering,’ denotes the sacrifice as entirely consumed. It was the rule that the burnt offering should be wholly consumed, to symbolise the entire self-dedication of the worshipper; and the second designation is added in order to emphasise this idea of the sacrifice. Cp. Deuteronomy 33:10; 1 Samuel 7:9. This anticipation of the restoration of material sacrifices in Jerusalem seems a poor ending to a Psalm of such profound spirituality. But a material Temple and visible sacrifices still had their work to do in forming a centre for the Jewish Church and serving as a visible sign of God’s covenant with His people.
Not until Christ had come and offered one sacrifice for sins for ever, could they be finally dispensed with, and the full truth of such words as those of this Psalm be understood.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 51:19
Then shalt thou be pleased with the sacrifices of righteousness - “Then,” that is, when God should have thus showed favor to Zion; when he should have poured out his blessing on Jerusalem; when
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 51:19
19. Sacrifices of righteousness—The construct or genitive relation of the nouns yields the sense of sacrifice in order to justification—expiatory sacrifices. So the word denotes Psalms 51:16.
Sermons on Psalms 51:19
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(Exodus) Exodus 27:1-8 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the significance of the way of the cross as the only path to God. The brazen altar is highlighted as the place where access to God is made p |
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(Basics) 37. Jesus Valued All People by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of balancing grace and truth in our lives, using the example of Jesus as the perfect model. He compares the need for bones in |
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A Sacrifice Like a Perfume by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of sacrificial giving and worshiping God with a fragrant aroma, focusing on the story of the widow's offering in Mark 12. It challenges believ |
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Ye Are the Light of the World - Part 2 by Roy Daniel | This sermon emphasizes the importance of embodying the love of Christ in our actions, rather than just speaking about Jesus. It shares powerful stories of individuals like Will McF |
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Love Is the Greatest by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of maintaining a deep love for Jesus by understanding the depth of His sacrifice on the cross and the significance of forgiveness. It highligh |
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The Lord's Heart for Spiritual Service - Part 3 by Stephen Kaung | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of serving according to God's vision. He acknowledges that as humans, our service often falls short of God's expectations. He |
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Walking With God - Enoch by Doc Greenway | In this sermon, the preacher shares a story about a little boy who prays loudly for a bike, unaware that his grandfather is sleeping nearby. The preacher then emphasizes the import |