Psalms 64:9
Psalms 64:9 in Multiple Translations
Then all mankind will fear and proclaim the work of God; so they will ponder what He has done.
And all men shall fear, and shall declare the work of God; for they shall wisely consider of his doing.
And all men shall fear; And they shall declare the work of God, And shall wisely consider of his doing.
And in fear men make public the works of God; and giving thought to his acts they get wisdom.
Then everyone will be frightened. They will say that this is the work of God, and they will think about what he has done.
And all men shall see it, and declare the worke of God, and they shall vnderstand, what he hath wrought.
And all men fear, and declare the work of God, And His deed they have considered wisely.
All mankind shall be afraid. They shall declare the work of God, and shall wisely ponder what he has done.
And all men shall fear, and shall declare the work of God; for they shall wisely consider of his doing.
And they that dwell in the uttermost borders shall be afraid at thy signs: thou shalt make the outgoings of the morning and of the evening to be joyful.
And then everyone will be afraid to sin because of what might happen to them, also; they will tell others what God has done, and they themselves will think much about it.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 64:9
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Psalms 64:9 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יַּכְשִׁיל֣וּ/הוּ
עָלֵ֣י/מוֹ
לְשׁוֹנָ֑/ם
יִ֝תְנֹדֲד֗וּ
כָּל
רֹ֥אֵה
בָֽ/ם
וַ/יַּכְשִׁיל֣וּ/הוּ
kâshal
H3782
to stumble
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3mp | Suff
עָלֵ֣י/מוֹ
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep | Suff
לְשׁוֹנָ֑/ם
lâshôwn
H3956
tongue
N-cs | Suff
יִ֝תְנֹדֲד֗וּ
nâdad
H5074
to wander
V-r-Imperf-3mp
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
רֹ֥אֵה
râʼâh
H7200
Provider
V-Qal
בָֽ/ם
Prep | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 64:9
וַ/יַּכְשִׁיל֣וּ/הוּ
kâshal
H3782
"to stumble"
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3mp | Suff
To stumble means to lose your balance and almost fall, often because of weakness. In the Bible, it can also mean to falter or fail spiritually. This word is used in many books, including Psalms and Proverbs.
Definition: 1) to stumble, stagger, totter 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to stumble 1a2) to totter 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to stumble 1b2) to be tottering, be feeble 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to stumble, bring injury or ruin to, overthrow 1c2) to make feeble, make weak 1d) (Hophal) to be made to stumble 1e) (Piel) bereave
Usage: Occurs in 59 OT verses. KJV: bereave (from the margin), cast down, be decayed, (cause to) fail, (cause, make to) fall (down, -ing), feeble, be (the) ruin(-ed, of), (be) overthrown, (cause to) stumble, [idiom] utterly, be weak. See also: Leviticus 26:37; Jeremiah 6:15; Psalms 9:4.
עָלֵ֣י/מוֹ
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep | Suff
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.
לְשׁוֹנָ֑/ם
lâshôwn
H3956
"tongue"
N-cs | Suff
The tongue, used for eating, speaking, or describing a language. In the Bible, it appears in many books, including Genesis 11:1 and Acts 2:4.
Definition: : tongue/words 1) tongue 1a) tongue (of men) 1a1) tongue (literal) 1a2) tongue (organ of speech) 1b) language 1c) tongue (of animals) 1d) tongue (of fire) 1e) wedge, bay of sea (tongue-shaped)
Usage: Occurs in 115 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] babbler, bay, [phrase] evil speaker, language, talker, tongue, wedge. See also: Genesis 10:5; Psalms 126:2; Psalms 5:10.
יִ֝תְנֹדֲד֗וּ
nâdad
H5074
"to wander"
V-r-Imperf-3mp
This Hebrew word means to wander or flee, and is used in the Bible to describe people moving from place to place, like the Israelites in the wilderness in Exodus 14:3. It can also mean to chase someone away or to flutter like a bird.
Definition: 1) to retreat, flee, depart, move, wander abroad, stray, flutter 1a)(Qal) 1a1) to retreat, flee 1a2) to flee, depart 1a3) to wander, stray 1a4) to flutter (of birds) 1b) (Poal) to flee away, be chased 1c) (Hiphil) to chase away 1d) (Hophal) to be chased away 1e) (Hithpolel) to flee away Aramaic equivalent: ne.dad (נְדַד "to flee" H5075)
Usage: Occurs in 26 OT verses. KJV: chase (away), [idiom] could not, depart, flee ([idiom] apace, away), (re-) move, thrust away, wander (abroad, -er, -ing). See also: Genesis 31:40; Isaiah 16:2; Psalms 31:12.
כָּל
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
רֹ֥אֵה
râʼâh
H7200
"Provider"
V-Qal
The Hebrew word for provider means to see or look after, and is used to describe God's care for his people. It appears in various forms throughout the Bible, including in Genesis and other books.
Definition: (Lord will) Provide, cause to be seen. This name means to see, look at, inspect, look after
Usage: Occurs in 1206 OT verses. KJV: advise self, appear, approve, behold, [idiom] certainly, consider, discern, (make to) enjoy, have experience, gaze, take heed, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] joyfully, lo, look (on, one another, one on another, one upon another, out, up, upon), mark, meet, [idiom] be near, perceive, present, provide, regard, (have) respect, (fore-, cause to, let) see(-r, -m, one another), shew (self), [idiom] sight of others, (e-) spy, stare, [idiom] surely, [idiom] think, view, visions. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 41:41; Exodus 33:13.
בָֽ/ם
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Prep | Suff
Study Notes — Psalms 64:9
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 64:9 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 64:9
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 64:9
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 64:9
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 64:9
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 64:9
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 64:9
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 64:9
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 64:9
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 64:9
- Sermons on Psalms 64:9
Context — The Hurtful Tongue
7But God will shoot them with arrows; suddenly they will be wounded.
8They will be made to stumble, their own tongues turned against them. All who see will shake their heads.
9Then all mankind will fear and proclaim the work of God; so they will ponder what He has done.
10Let the righteous rejoice in the LORD and take refuge in Him; let all the upright in heart exult.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Jeremiah 51:10 | “The LORD has brought forth our vindication; come, let us tell in Zion what the LORD our God has accomplished.” |
| 2 | Jeremiah 50:28 | Listen to the fugitives and refugees from the land of Babylon, declaring in Zion the vengeance of the LORD our God, the vengeance for His temple. |
| 3 | Psalms 40:3 | He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God. Many will see and fear and put their trust in the LORD. |
| 4 | Psalms 107:42–43 | The upright see and rejoice, and all iniquity shuts its mouth. Let him who is wise pay heed to these things and consider the loving devotion of the LORD. |
| 5 | Hosea 14:9 | Whoever is wise, let him understand these things; whoever is discerning, let him know them. For the ways of the LORD are right, and the righteous walk in them but the rebellious stumble in them. |
| 6 | Isaiah 5:12 | At their feasts are the lyre and harp, tambourines and flutes and wine. They disregard the actions of the LORD and fail to see the work of His hands. |
| 7 | Psalms 58:11 | Then men will say, “There is surely a reward for the righteous! There is surely a God who judges the earth!” |
| 8 | Ezekiel 14:23 | They will bring you consolation when you see their conduct and actions, and you will know that it was not without cause that I have done all these things within it,’ declares the Lord GOD.” |
| 9 | Psalms 119:20 | My soul is consumed with longing for Your judgments at all times. |
| 10 | Revelation 11:13 | And in that hour there was a great earthquake, and a tenth of the city collapsed. Seven thousand were killed in the quake, and the rest were terrified and gave glory to the God of heaven. |
Psalms 64:9 Summary
This verse means that one day, everyone will respect and be in awe of God, and they will tell others about the amazing things He has done. This will happen when people see God's power and realize how great He is, like it says in Psalms 96:3. As we think about God's works, we will be amazed and want to tell others, just like the psalmist in Psalms 77:11-12. By sharing what God has done, we can help others come to know and fear Him, and find refuge in Him as it says in Psalms 64:10.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for all mankind to fear and proclaim the work of God?
This means that people will have a deep respect for God and will tell others about the amazing things He has done, as seen in Psalms 64:9 and also in Psalms 96:3, which says to declare His glory among the nations.
How will people ponder what God has done?
As people hear about God's works, they will think deeply about them and consider the greatness of God, similar to what is written in Psalms 77:11-12, where the psalmist remembers the works of God and meditates on His deeds.
Is this verse talking about a specific event or time when all mankind will fear God?
This verse is likely referring to the ultimate fulfillment of God's plan, when every knee will bow and every tongue will confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, as written in Philippians 2:10-11 and Romans 14:11.
How does this verse relate to the previous verses about God shooting His enemies with arrows?
The previous verses, such as Psalms 64:7-8, show how God will judge and defeat His enemies, and then Psalms 64:9 describes the result of that judgment, where all mankind will fear and proclaim God's work.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can proclaim the work of God in my own life and to those around me?
- How can I cultivate a deeper fear and respect for God, and what are some practical steps I can take to prioritize my relationship with Him?
- What are some times in my life when I have seen God work in a powerful way, and how can I share those stories with others to proclaim His glory?
- In what ways can I ponder and meditate on the works of God, and how can I make that a regular part of my prayer life and devotion?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 64:9
And all men shall fear,.... Either God himself, or his judgments: they shall be frightened at them, learn righteousness by them, worship God, and give glory to him; they shall fear him as King of
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 64:9
They search out iniquities; they accomplish a diligent search: both the inward thought of every one of them, and the heart, is deep. -When all the plot is ripe, then ensues sudden destruction of the wicked plotters.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 64:9
All men, i.e. the greater number of those who shall see these events. The work of God, i.e. this admirable work of Divine power, and wisdom, and faithfulness. Wisely consider of his doing; learning wisdom by their folly and misery, and avoiding those evil courses which brought them to ruin.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 64:9
Psalms 64:9 And all men shall fear, and shall declare the work of God; for they shall wisely consider of his doing.Ver. 9. And all men shall fear] Seeing such and such banged up in gibbets, as it were, for a terror to others, Poena ad paucos, metus ad omnes. And shall declare the work of God] viz. His power and providence, which some doubt till thus powerfully convinced, as Claudian was by the destruction of Ruffinus. Abstulit hunc tandem Ruffini poena tumultum, Absolvitque deos; et non iam ad culmina rerum Iniustos crevisse queror; tolluntur in altum, Ut lapsu graviore ruant -
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 64:9
(9) For they shall wisely consider.—Rather, And they understand his work.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 64:9
Verse 9. And all men shall fear] They endeavoured to hide their mischief; but God shall so punish them that all shall see it, and shall acknowledge in their chastisement the just judgment of God. The wicked, in consequence, shall fear, and,
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 64:9
9. all men] Upon men in general (cp. Psalms 58:11) this judgement produces an impression of wholesome fear, in contrast to the profane fearlessness of the ungodly (Psalms 64:4). And they declare the work of God, And understand his operation: publicly acknowledging that He rules in the world, and interpreting for themselves the meaning of the judgement. For ‘work,’ ‘operation,’ cp. Psalms 28:5; for ‘understand,’ Psalms 106:7; and generally, Hosea 14:9. The P.B.V. all men that see it presumes a slightly different and inferior reading.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 64:9
And all men shall fear - That is, a deep impression would be made, not only on the associates and companions of the wicked, but on all that should hear of what was done.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 64:9
9. All men shall fear—The wicked no less than the righteous shall recognise this judgment as of God. Psalms 53:5. And shall declare— See on Psalms 58:11
Sermons on Psalms 64:9
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(Becoming a Prophetic Church) 5. Psalm 102 by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the unique recognition of God that Jews historically have not experienced in times of suffering. The speaker emphasizes the importance of unde |
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Don't Lose Your Song by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of not losing one's song, referring to the joy and praise that comes from having a strong faith in God. The speaker reads from |
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The Blind Beggar by C.H. Spurgeon | In this sermon, the preacher tells the story of a blind man who had his eyes opened by Jesus. The blind man was fixated on the idea of someone being able to open the eyes of the bl |
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Objections to Inability and Reflection by John Murray | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the analogy of an alcoholic to illustrate a principle about the church and the gospel. The speaker emphasizes that the church cannot effective |
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Pierce My Heart by Paul Negrut | In this sermon, the speaker begins by reading from Psalm 40 and invites a young man named Steve to do the reading. The speaker discusses the concept of slavery and liberation as ta |
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Sing the New Song—part 1 by John D. Martin | In this sermon, the importance of music in worship is emphasized. The speaker recounts the story of Joshua and the Levites, who sang before going into battle and witnessed God's vi |
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From the Alley to the Highway by Bruce Frye | In this sermon, the speaker, Bruce Fry, shares his personal experience of feeling empty and unsatisfied despite his success in the music industry. He recalls watching a movie where |