Psalms 54:2
Psalms 54:2 in Multiple Translations
Hear my prayer, O God; listen to the words of my mouth.
Hear my prayer, O God; give ear to the words of my mouth.
Hear my prayer, O God; Give ear to the words of my mouth.
Let my prayer come before you, O God; give ear to the words of my mouth.
God, please hear my prayer; listen to what I'm saying.
O God, heare my prayer: hearken vnto the wordes of my mouth.
O God, hear my prayer, Give ear to the sayings of my mouth,
Hear my prayer, God. Listen to the words of my mouth.
Hear my prayer, O God; give ear to the words of my mouth.
Hear, O God, my prayer, and despise not my supplication:
God, listen to my prayer; listen to what I say to you,
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 54:2
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Psalms 54:2 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בְּ/ב֣וֹא
הַ֭/זִּיפִים
וַ/יֹּאמְר֣וּ
לְ/שָׁא֑וּל
הֲ/לֹ֥א
דָ֝וִ֗ד
מִסְתַּתֵּ֥ר
עִמָּֽ/נוּ
בְּ/ב֣וֹא
bôwʼ
H935
Lebo
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
הַ֭/זִּיפִים
Zîyphîy
H2130
Ziphite
Art | Ngmpa
וַ/יֹּאמְר֣וּ
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
לְ/שָׁא֑וּל
Shâʼûwl
H7586
Shaul
Prep | N-proper
הֲ/לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part | Part
דָ֝וִ֗ד
Dâvid
H1732
David
N-proper
מִסְתַּתֵּ֥ר
çâthar
H5641
to hide
V-Hithpael
עִמָּֽ/נוּ
ʻim
H5973
with
Prep | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 54:2
בְּ/ב֣וֹא
bôwʼ
H935
"Lebo"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
This verb means to go or come, and is used in many contexts, such as entering a place or approaching someone, as seen in the book of Genesis. It can also mean to abide or apply, and is translated in various ways in the KJV Bible. This term is related to the name Lebo Hamath.
Definition: A shortened name of Lebo Hamath complined withcha.mat (חֲמָת "Hamath" H2574) This name means to go in, enter
Usage: Occurs in 2307 OT verses. KJV: abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. See also: Genesis 2:19; Genesis 32:7; Exodus 1:19.
הַ֭/זִּיפִים
Zîyphîy
H2130
"Ziphite"
Art | Ngmpa
A Ziphite refers to an inhabitant of Ziph, a city in Judah. The name Ziphite means smelter, possibly indicating the city's involvement in metalwork. In 1 Samuel 23:14-15, David hid in the wilderness of Ziph, where the Ziphites lived.
Definition: Group of ziph (זִיף "Ziph" H2128H) § Ziphites = "smelters" an inhabitant of Ziph
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Ziphim, Ziphite. See also: 1 Samuel 23:19; 1 Samuel 26:1; Psalms 54:2.
וַ/יֹּאמְר֣וּ
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-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.
לְ/שָׁא֑וּל
Shâʼûwl
H7586
"Shaul"
Prep | N-proper
Shaul is a personal name meaning desired, given to several individuals in the Bible, including a Benjamite who became the first king of Israel and a Levite living during the time of the Divided Monarchy. He is mentioned in 1 Chronicles and 1 Samuel.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.6.24; son of: Uzziah (H5818H); father of: Elkanah (H0511I); also called Joel at 1Ch.6.36; Also named: yo.el (יוֹאֵל "Joel" H3100U) § Saul or Shaul = "desired" 1) a Benjamite, son of Kish, and the 1st king of Israel 2) an early king of Edom and a successor of Samlah 3) a son of Simeon 4) a Levite, son of Uzziah
Usage: Occurs in 335 OT verses. KJV: Saul, Shaul. See also: Genesis 36:37; 1 Samuel 16:22; 1 Samuel 24:5.
הֲ/לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part | 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.
דָ֝וִ֗ד
Dâvid
H1732
"David"
N-proper
David was the youngest son of Jesse and a king of Judah, first mentioned in Ruth 4:17, and an ancestor of Jesus.
Definition: A king of the tribe of Judah living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at Rut.4.17; son of: Jesse (H3448) and Nahash (H5176I); brother of: Eliab (H0446I), Abinadab (H0041I), Shimeah (H8093), Zeruiah (H6870), Abigail (H0026H)(?), Nethanel (H5417H), Raddai (H7288), Ozem (H0684) and Elihu (H0453J); married to Michal (H4324), Abigail (H0026), Ahinoam (H0293H), Maacah (H4601I), Haggith (H2294), Abital (H0037), Eglah (H5698) and Bathsheba (H1339); father of: Amnon (H0550), Chileab (H3609), Absalom (H0053), Adonijah (H0138), Shephatiah (H8203), Ithream (H3507), Shammua (H8051H), Shobab (H7727), Nathan (H5416), Solomon (H8010), Ibhar (H2984), Elishua (H0474), Nepheg (H5298H), Japhia (H3309I), Elishama (H0476H), Eliada (H0450), Eliphelet (H0467), Tamar (H8559H), Elpelet (H0467I), Nogah (H5052) and Jerimoth (H3406N) Also named: Daueid, Dauid, Dabid (Δαυείδ, Δαυίδ, Δαβίδ "David" G1138) § David = "beloved" youngest son of Jesse and second king of Israel
Usage: Occurs in 912 OT verses. KJV: David. See also: Ruth 4:17; 1 Samuel 20:41; 1 Samuel 27:9.
מִסְתַּתֵּ֥ר
çâthar
H5641
"to hide"
V-Hithpael
This word means to hide or conceal something, like covering it up. It can also mean to keep something secret or hidden from others, as in Psalm 27:5.
Definition: 1) to hide, conceal 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to hide oneself 1a2) to be hidden, be concealed 1b) (Piel) to hide carefully 1c) (Pual) to be hidden carefully, be concealed 1d) (Hiphil) to conceal, hide 1e) (Hithpael) to hide oneself carefully Aramaic equivalent: se.tar (סְתַר "to hide" H5642A)
Usage: Occurs in 80 OT verses. KJV: be absent, keep close, conceal, hide (self), (keep) secret, [idiom] surely. See also: Genesis 4:14; Psalms 55:13; Psalms 10:11.
עִמָּֽ/נוּ
ʻim
H5973
"with"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means with or together, like when God is with his people in Exodus 33:14-15. It's used to describe accompaniment or association, and can also mean against or beside. The word is used to convey a sense of relationship or proximity between people or things.
Definition: 1) with 1a) with 1b) against 1c) toward 1d) as long as
Usage: Occurs in 919 OT verses. KJV: accompanying, against, and, as ([idiom] long as), before, beside, by (reason of), for all, from (among, between), in, like, more than, of, (un-) to, with(-al). See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 21:14; Deuteronomy 29:11.
Study Notes — Psalms 54:2
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Context — Save Me by Your Name
1Save me, O God, by Your name, and vindicate me by Your might!
2Hear my prayer, O God; listen to the words of my mouth.
3For strangers rise up against me, and ruthless men seek my life— men with no regard for God. Selah 4Surely God is my helper; the Lord is the sustainer of my soul.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 130:2 | O Lord, hear my voice; let Your ears be attentive to my plea for mercy. |
| 2 | Psalms 143:7 | Answer me quickly, O LORD; my spirit fails. Do not hide Your face from me, or I will be like those who descend to the Pit. |
| 3 | Psalms 13:3 | Consider me and respond, O LORD my God. Give light to my eyes, lest I sleep in death, |
| 4 | Psalms 55:1–2 | Listen to my prayer, O God, and do not ignore my plea. Attend to me and answer me. I am restless in my complaint, and distraught |
| 5 | Psalms 5:1–3 | Give ear to my words, O LORD; consider my groaning. Attend to the sound of my cry, my King and my God, for to You I pray. In the morning, O LORD, You hear my voice; at daybreak I lay my plea before You and wait in expectation. |
Psalms 54:2 Summary
In Psalms 54:2, the psalmist is asking God to pay attention to his prayer and listen to what he has to say. This is a simple yet powerful request that we can all make to God, no matter what we're going through. By asking God to hear our prayers, we're acknowledging that He is a God who cares about us and wants to help us, as seen in Psalms 103:13-14 and Matthew 6:25-34. We can come to Him with confidence, knowing that He will listen and respond to our needs, and that He will guide us and sustain us in all that we face, as promised in Psalms 55:22 and Romans 8:28.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to ask God to 'hear my prayer' in Psalms 54:2?
Asking God to hear our prayer is a humble request for Him to pay attention to our needs and concerns, as seen in Psalms 17:6 and 1 John 5:14-15, where we are encouraged to come to Him with confidence in His willingness to listen and respond.
Why does the psalmist ask God to 'listen to the words of my mouth'?
The psalmist is seeking God's attention to the specific words and thoughts he is expressing, acknowledging that God is a God who hears and responds to the cries of His people, as evidenced in Exodus 2:23-25 and Psalms 107:28.
Is this verse only for times of trouble, or can we use it in our everyday lives?
While Psalms 54:2 is written in a context of distress, the principle of asking God to hear our prayers and listen to our words can be applied in any situation, whether in joy or sorrow, as Philippians 4:6 encourages us to bring all our concerns to God in prayer.
How can we be confident that God will hear and respond to our prayers like the psalmist?
We can trust in God's character as a loving and attentive Father, who promises to hear and respond to the prayers of those who come to Him in faith, as seen in Jeremiah 29:12-13 and Matthew 7:7-11.
Reflection Questions
- What are some specific prayers or concerns that you need to bring before God today, and how can you express them to Him in a sincere and heartfelt way?
- In what ways do you struggle to believe that God is truly listening to your prayers, and how can you cultivate a deeper trust in His attentiveness and care?
- How does the knowledge that God hears and responds to your prayers impact your daily life and decisions, and what difference can it make in your relationships and priorities?
- What are some ways that you can practice the discipline of prayer, setting aside time to speak with God and listen to His voice, as encouraged in Psalms 119:145-152 and Luke 18:1-8?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 54:2
Hear my prayer, O God,.... The psalmist first puts up his petitions, and then desires to be heard; his distress, and the fervency of his spirit, not suffering him to observe order; give ear to the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 54:2
Hear my prayer, O God; give ear to the words of my mouth. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 54:2
Psalms 54:2 Hear my prayer, O God; give ear to the words of my mouth.Ver. 2. Hear my prayer, O God] He runs to God by most earnest prayer, for our instance and instruction in like case; for we must prepare for the like trials, nec de cruce disputandum est otiose et velut in umbra, &c.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 54:2
Verse 2. Hear my prayer] In his straits he had recourse to God; for from him alone, for the reasons alleged above, his deliverance must proceed.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 54:2
Hear my prayer, O God - My earnest cry for deliverance from the designs of those who would betray me. Give ear to the words of my mouth - Incline thine ear to me, as one does who wishes to hear. See the notes at Psalms 17:6.
Sermons on Psalms 54:2
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A Prayer for Guidance by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith reflects on the vastness of God and the insignificance of human beings in comparison. He describes sitting on the beach, contemplating the sun, t |
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Whatever Is Not From Faith Is Sin by John Piper | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on Psalm 143 as an example of how to approach God with our arguments. The psalmist, David, fills his mouth with arguments, listing his requests |
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How to Argue With God by John Piper | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on Psalm 143 as an example of how to approach God with our arguments. The psalmist, David, fills his mouth with arguments, listing his requests |
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Psalm 143 by Henry Law | Henry Law preaches on the power of prayer, emphasizing the importance of seeking God's faithfulness and righteousness in times of supplication. He highlights the contrast between t |
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Letter 56 by James Bourne | James Bourne encourages M. A. H. to find comfort in God during times of affliction, sharing the testimony of Mrs. O. who found peace and assurance in the Lord's presence as she fac |
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Psalm 13 by Henry Law | Henry Law preaches about the soul's journey from troubled to finding peace in God, emphasizing the need for faith to remain steadfast despite challenges and the assurance of joy th |
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Fearfulness in the Presence of the Lord by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power of faith and trust in God's plan. He uses the story of Gideon from the book of Judges to illustrate this point. Gideon was called |