Psalms 66:14
Psalms 66:14 in Multiple Translations
the vows that my lips promised and my mouth spoke in my distress.
Which my lips have uttered, and my mouth hath spoken, when I was in trouble.
Which my lips uttered, And my mouth spake, when I was in distress.
Keeping the word which came from my lips, and which my mouth said, when I was in trouble.
the promises I made when I was in trouble.
Which my lippes haue promised, and my mouth hath spoken in mine affliction.
For opened were my lips, And my mouth spake in my distress:
which my lips promised, and my mouth spoke, when I was in distress.
Which my lips have uttered, and my mouth hath spoken, when I was in trouble.
When I was experiencing much trouble, I said that I would bring offerings to you if you rescued me; and you did rescue me, so I will bring to you what I promised.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 66:14
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Psalms 66:14 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אֲשֶׁר
פָּצ֥וּ
שְׂפָתָ֑/י
וְ/דִבֶּר
פִּ֝֗/י
בַּ/צַּר
לִֽ/י
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
פָּצ֥וּ
pâtsâh
H6475
to open
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
שְׂפָתָ֑/י
sâphâh
H8193
lips
N-fd | Suff
וְ/דִבֶּר
dâbar
H1696
to speak
Conj | V-Piel-Perf-3ms
פִּ֝֗/י
peh
H6310
lip
N-ms | Suff
בַּ/צַּר
tsar
H6862
narrow
Prep | Adj
לִֽ/י
Prep | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 66:14
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
פָּצ֥וּ
pâtsâh
H6475
"to open"
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
This Hebrew word means to open or set free, often used to describe speaking or uttering something. It can also mean to deliver or rescue someone, and is used in various ways in the Bible.
Definition: 1) to part, open, separate, set free 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to open (mouth), utter 1a2) to snatch away, set free
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: deliver, gape, open, rid, utter. See also: Genesis 4:11; Psalms 66:14; Psalms 22:14.
שְׂפָתָ֑/י
sâphâh
H8193
"lips"
N-fd | Suff
This word refers to lips or language, and can also mean the edge or border of something. It is used in the Bible to describe the shore of a sea or the edge of a cup.
Definition: : lips/mouth 1) lip, language, speech, shore, bank, brink, brim, side, edge, border, binding 1a) lip (as body part) 1b) language 1c) edge, shore, bank (of cup, sea, river, etc)
Usage: Occurs in 164 OT verses. KJV: band, bank, binding, border, brim, brink, edge, language, lip, prating, (sea-)shore, side, speech, talk, (vain) words. See also: Genesis 11:1; Psalms 120:2; Psalms 12:3.
וְ/דִבֶּר
dâbar
H1696
"to speak"
Conj | V-Piel-Perf-3ms
To speak or communicate, like God speaking to Moses in Exodus or a king commanding his people. It can also mean to promise or warn someone.
Definition: : speak/tell/command 1) to speak, declare, converse, command, promise, warn, threaten, sing 1a) (Qal) to speak 1b) (Niphal) to speak with one another, talk 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to speak 1c2) to promise 1d) (Pual) to be spoken 1e) (Hithpael) to speak 1f) (Hiphil) to lead away, put to flight
Usage: Occurs in 1049 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, bid, command, commune, declare, destroy, give, name, promise, pronounce, rehearse, say, speak, be spokesman, subdue, talk, teach, tell, think, use (entreaties), utter, [idiom] well, [idiom] work. See also: Genesis 8:15; Exodus 12:25; Leviticus 23:9.
פִּ֝֗/י
peh
H6310
"lip"
N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word refers to the mouth, lips, or edge of something, and can also mean a portion or side of something. It is often used to describe speech or the act of speaking. This word appears in various forms, such as mouth, lip, or edge.
Definition: : lip/mouth peh 1) mouth 1a) mouth (of man) 1b) mouth (as organ of speech) 1c) mouth (of animals) 1d) mouth, opening, orifice (of a well, river, etc) 1e) extremity, end pim 2) a weight equal to one third of a shekel, occurs only in 1Sa 13:21
Usage: Occurs in 460 OT verses. KJV: accord(-ing as, -ing to), after, appointment, assent, collar, command(-ment), [idiom] eat, edge, end, entry, [phrase] file, hole, [idiom] in, mind, mouth, part, portion, [idiom] (should) say(-ing), sentence, skirt, sound, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, tenor, [idiom] to, [phrase] two-edged, wish, word. See also: Genesis 4:11; Deuteronomy 21:17; Ezra 9:11.
בַּ/צַּר
tsar
H6862
"narrow"
Prep | Adj
This word means hard or narrow, often referring to trouble or a tight spot, like an adversary or affliction. It can also mean a small stone or pebble, such as flint, and is used in various biblical contexts to describe challenges.
Definition: narrow, tight
Usage: Occurs in 107 OT verses. KJV: adversary, afflicted(-tion), anguish, close, distress, enemy, flint, foe, narrow, small, sorrow, strait, tribulation, trouble. See also: Genesis 14:20; Psalms 89:24; Psalms 3:2.
לִֽ/י
""
Prep | Suff
Study Notes — Psalms 66:14
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 66:14 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 66:14
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 66:14
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 66:14
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 66:14
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 66:14
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 66:14
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 66:14
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 66:14
- Sermons on Psalms 66:14
Context — Make a Joyful Noise
12You let men ride over our heads; we went through fire and water, but You brought us into abundance.
13I will enter Your house with burnt offerings; I will fulfill my vows to You—
14the vows that my lips promised and my mouth spoke in my distress.
15I will offer You fatlings as burnt offerings, with the fragrant smoke of rams; I will offer bulls and goats. Selah 16Come and listen, all you who fear God, and I will declare what He has done for me.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Samuel 1:11 | And she made a vow, pleading, “O LORD of Hosts, if only You will look upon the affliction of Your maidservant and remember me, not forgetting Your maidservant but giving her a son, then I will dedicate him to the LORD all the days of his life, and no razor shall ever come over his head.” |
| 2 | Judges 11:35–36 | As soon as Jephthah saw her, he tore his clothes and said, “No! Not my daughter! You have brought me to my knees! You have brought great misery upon me, for I have given my word to the LORD and cannot take it back.” “My father,” she replied, “you have given your word to the LORD. Do to me as you have said, for the LORD has avenged you of your enemies, the Ammonites.” |
| 3 | Psalms 18:6 | In my distress I called upon the LORD; I cried to my God for help. From His temple He heard my voice, and my cry for His help reached His ears. |
| 4 | Numbers 30:2 | If a man makes a vow to the LORD or swears an oath to obligate himself by a pledge, he must not break his word; he must do everything he has promised. |
| 5 | Numbers 30:8 | But if her husband prohibits her when he hears of it, he nullifies the vow that binds her or the rash promise she has made, and the LORD will absolve her. |
| 6 | Numbers 30:12 | But if her husband nullifies them on the day he hears of them, then nothing that came from her lips, whether her vows or pledges, shall stand. Her husband has nullified them, and the LORD will absolve her. |
| 7 | 2 Samuel 22:7 | In my distress I called upon the LORD; I cried out to my God. And from His temple He heard my voice, and my cry for help reached His ears. |
| 8 | Genesis 35:3 | Then let us arise and go to Bethel. I will build an altar there to God, who answered me in my day of distress. He has been with me wherever I have gone.” |
| 9 | Genesis 28:20–22 | Then Jacob made a vow, saying, “If God will be with me and watch over me on this journey, and if He will provide me with food to eat and clothes to wear, so that I may return safely to my father’s house, then the LORD will be my God. And this stone I have set up as a pillar will be God’s house, and of all that You give me I will surely give You a tenth.” |
Psalms 66:14 Summary
[Psalms 66:14 talks about the vows that the psalmist made to God when they were in a difficult situation, and it reminds us that our words have power, as seen in Matthew 12:37. When we make promises to God, it's essential that we keep them, just like the psalmist did. This verse encourages us to be intentional about the vows we make and to fulfill them as an act of worship, just as we see in Psalms 50:14-15. By doing so, we demonstrate our trust and gratitude to God, who always keeps His promises to us.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to make vows to God?
Making vows to God, as seen in Psalms 66:14, is a promise to dedicate something to Him, often in gratitude for His deliverance or blessings, as also mentioned in Deuteronomy 23:21-23 and Ecclesiastes 5:4-5.
Why did the psalmist make vows in their distress?
The psalmist made vows in their distress as an act of faith, trusting that God would deliver them, as expressed in Psalms 50:14-15, where it says to offer sacrifices of thanksgiving and call upon God's name in times of trouble.
How can we apply the concept of making vows to God in our own lives?
We can apply this concept by making intentional promises to God, such as dedicating our lives, talents, or resources to His service, and fulfilling those vows as an act of worship, as seen in Psalms 116:14 and 116:17-18.
What is the significance of the psalmist's lips and mouth speaking the vows?
The mention of the psalmist's lips and mouth speaking the vows in Psalms 66:14 emphasizes the importance of verbalizing our promises to God, making them a conscious and deliberate act of commitment, as also seen in Matthew 12:37, where our words have the power to justify or condemn us.
Reflection Questions
- What are some promises or vows that I have made to God, and how can I ensure that I fulfill them?
- In what ways can I, like the psalmist, express my gratitude to God for His deliverance and blessings in my life?
- How can I cultivate a deeper sense of trust and dependence on God, especially in times of distress or uncertainty?
- What are some areas of my life where I can intentionally dedicate myself to God's service, and how can I make vows to Him in those areas?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 66:14
Which my lips have uttered,.... Or "opened" (e); publicly and distinctly declared, and from which there is no going back; see Jude 11:33; and my mouth hath spoken when I was in trouble; this refers
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 66:14
Which my lips have uttered, and my mouth hath spoken, when I was in trouble. Which my lips have uttered - literally, have opened; i:e., vehemently uttered when in pain.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 66:14
Hitherto he spoke in the plural number, but now he begins to speak in the singular number; but still the speech is continued of the same person or persons; only sometimes the whole body speaks, and sometimes one man speaks in the name of all the rest.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 66:14
Psalms 66:14 Which my lips have uttered, and my mouth hath spoken, when I was in trouble.Ver. 14. Which my lips have uttered] Heb. have opened, that is, which I have uttered diductis labiis, with lips wide open. Videmus qualiter vota nuncupari soleant, saith Vatablus, Here we see after what sort vows use to be made, when we are under any pressing affliction; but when once delivered, how heavily many come off in point of payment. And my mouth hath spoken when I was in trouble] Then men will promise anything for ease and release. But what saith the Italian proverb? Sciapato il morbo, fraudato il Santo, when the disease is cured the saint is defrauded. Horace calleth upon Mecaenas, who in his sickness had vowed to build a temple, - Reddere victimas Aedemque votivam memento: Nos humilem feriemus agnam.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 66:14
(14) Uttered.—Literally, opened.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 66:14
Verse 14. When I was in trouble.] This is generally the time when good resolutions are formed, and vows made; but how often are these forgotten when affliction and calamity are removed!
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 66:14
14. Wherewith my lips opened, And which my mouth spake, when I was in distress. For the first line cp. Judges 11:35 f; but there is no reason to suppose that rash vows are here meant.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 66:14
Which my lips have uttered ... - Margin, “opened.” The Hebrew word, however - פצה pâtsâh - means properly to tear apart; to rend; and then, to open wide, as the mouth, for example - or the throat,
Sermons on Psalms 66:14
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Removing the Stumbling Blocks - Part 2 by Dan Augsburger | This sermon emphasizes the importance of persisting in prayer and praising God in all circumstances. It shares stories from the Bible, like Hannah's persistence in prayer for a chi |
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Are the Children In? by C.H. Spurgeon | C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the importance of praying for our children, acknowledging that they do not possess the Spirit of God by nature and expressing concern for their spiritual f |
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Samuel Grew Up "In Favour Both With the Lord and With Men" by Zac Poonen | Zac Poonen preaches on the powerful story of Hannah's prayer for a child, highlighting her selfless vow to dedicate her son to the Lord, shifting the focus from her need to God's n |
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"When Thou Vowest a Vow, Defer Not to Pay It" by Timothy Tow | Timothy Tow preaches about the seriousness of making vows to God, emphasizing the importance of fulfilling them once spoken, as seen in the stories of Jephthah and Hannah. He share |
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House Group Movement in the Uk by George Verwer | In this sermon, the speaker shares about a conference where they had a communion service and a meeting with other believers. During the meeting, one of the attendees, Peter Hill, e |
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Answers From the Secret Place of Thunder by Carter Conlon | This sermon from Psalms 81 emphasizes the power and presence of God in the lives of believers, urging them to remember God's faithfulness and the secret place of thunder where God |
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God Always Hears by C.H. Spurgeon | C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes that despite the unfaithfulness of friends and family, God remains a faithful listener to our sorrows and desires. He encourages believers to turn to the L |