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Verse 70

Psalms 70:3

Verse

Berean Standard Bible

May those who say, “Aha, aha!” retreat because of their shame.

American Standard Version (1901)

Let them be turned back by reason of their shame That say, Aha, aha.

Bible in Basic English

Let those who say Aha, aha! be turned back as a reward of their shame.

Free Bible Version

May they be shocked at their defeat, those who taunted me.

Geneva Bible 1599

Let them be turned backe for a rewarde of their shame, which said, Aha, aha.

King James (Authorized) Version

Let them be turned back for a reward of their shame that say, Aha, aha.

One Unity Resource Bible

Let them be turned because of their shame Who say, “Aha! Aha!”

Translation for Translators

I hope/desire that you will cause them to become dismayed and ashamed because you have defeated them.

Unlocked Literal Bible

Let them be turned back because of their shame, those who say, “Aha, aha.”

Noah Webster Bible

Let them be turned back for a reward of their shame that say, Aha, aha.

World English Bible

Let them be turned because of their shame who say, “Aha! Aha!”

Young's Literal Translation

Let them turn back because of their shame, Who are saying, 'Aha, aha.'

Context

Hurry, O LORD, to Help Me!

²May those who seek my life be ashamed and confounded; may those who wish me harm be repelled and humiliated. ³May those who say, “Aha, aha!” retreat because of their shame.

Summary

In this verse, the psalmist cries out to God for help, expressing a sense of urgency and desperation in the face of enemies and adversaries. The plea for God's swift intervention reveals a deep reliance on God's deliverance and protection. It reflects a humble acknowledgment of human weakness and a profound trust in God's power to rescue and save. The psalmist's vulnerability and honesty in seeking God's assistance serve as a model for believers to turn to God in times of trouble and to depend on His strength and faithfulness. Ultimately, this verse highlights the importance of seeking God's help in times of distress and the assurance of His unfailing support for His people.

Commentary

John Gill

John Gill Bible Commentary

Let them be turned back for a reward of their shame,.... In Psa 40:15 it is, "let them be desolate"; which seems to respect their land and houses, here their persons; See Gill on Psa 40:15; that say; in Psa 40:15 it is added, "to me"; not to his people, but himself, aha, aha: rejoicing at his calamity and distress. The Targum is, "we are glad, we are glad;'' See Gill on Psa 40:15, and compare with this Eze 25:3.

Psalms 70:3

Hurry, O LORD, to Help Me!

²May those who seek my life be ashamed and confounded; may those who wish me harm be repelled and humiliated. ³May those who say, “Aha, aha!” retreat because of their shame.

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Berean Standard Bible

May those who say, “Aha, aha!” retreat because of their shame.

American Standard Version (1901)

Let them be turned back by reason of their shame That say, Aha, aha.

Bible in Basic English

Let those who say Aha, aha! be turned back as a reward of their shame.

Free Bible Version

May they be shocked at their defeat, those who taunted me.

Geneva Bible 1599

Let them be turned backe for a rewarde of their shame, which said, Aha, aha.

King James (Authorized) Version

Let them be turned back for a reward of their shame that say, Aha, aha.

One Unity Resource Bible

Let them be turned because of their shame Who say, “Aha! Aha!”

Translation for Translators

I hope/desire that you will cause them to become dismayed and ashamed because you have defeated them.

Unlocked Literal Bible

Let them be turned back because of their shame, those who say, “Aha, aha.”

Noah Webster Bible

Let them be turned back for a reward of their shame that say, Aha, aha.

World English Bible

Let them be turned because of their shame who say, “Aha! Aha!”

Young's Literal Translation

Let them turn back because of their shame, Who are saying, 'Aha, aha.'