Psalms 72:14
Psalms 72:14 in Multiple Translations
He will redeem them from oppression and violence, for their blood is precious in his sight.
He shall redeem their soul from deceit and violence: and precious shall their blood be in his sight.
He will redeem their soul from oppression and violence; And precious will their blood be in his sight:
He will keep their souls free from evil designs and violent attacks; and their blood will be of value in his eyes.
He rescues them from violence and oppression, for their lives mean so much to him.
He shall redeeme their soules from deceite and violence, and deare shall their blood be in his sight.
From fraud and from violence he redeemeth their soul, And precious is their blood in his eyes.
He will redeem their soul from oppression and violence. Their blood will be precious in his sight.
He shall redeem their soul from deceit and violence: and precious shall be their blood in his sight.
And I have been scourged all the day; and my chastisement hath been in the mornings.
Our kings will rescue the people from being oppressed and from being treated cruelly, because ◄their lives/they► [MTY] are precious to our kings.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 72:14
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Psalms 72:14 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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מִ/תּ֣וֹךְ
וּ֭/מֵ/חָמָס
יִגְאַ֣ל
נַפְשָׁ֑/ם
וְ/יֵיקַ֖ר
דָּמָ֣/ם
בְּ/עֵינָֽי/ו
מִ/תּ֣וֹךְ
tôk
H8496
oppression
Prep | N-ms
וּ֭/מֵ/חָמָס
châmâç
H2555
violence
Conj | Prep | N-ms
יִגְאַ֣ל
gâʼal
H1350
to redeem
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
נַפְשָׁ֑/ם
nephesh
H5315
soul
N-cs | Suff
וְ/יֵיקַ֖ר
yâqar
H3365
be precious
Conj | V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
דָּמָ֣/ם
dâm
H1818
blood
N-ms | Suff
בְּ/עֵינָֽי/ו
ʻayin
H5869
eye
Prep | N-cd | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 72:14
מִ/תּ֣וֹךְ
tôk
H8496
"oppression"
Prep | N-ms
Oppression or injury is the meaning of this word, which also implies deceit or fraud. It is used in various contexts to describe unfair treatment or dishonest behavior.
Definition: 1) injury, oppression, oppressor 2) (TWOT) fraud, deceit, deceitful Also means: ta.khakh (תָּכָךְ "deceitful" H8501)
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: deceit, fraud. See also: Psalms 10:7; Psalms 55:12; Psalms 72:14.
וּ֭/מֵ/חָמָס
châmâç
H2555
"violence"
Conj | Prep | N-ms
This word describes violence, injustice, or cruelty, often referring to unfair treatment of others. In Isaiah and Jeremiah, it condemns oppressive behaviors, highlighting the need for justice and fairness. It involves wrongdoing and harm to others.
Definition: violence, wrong, cruelty, injustice
Usage: Occurs in 59 OT verses. KJV: cruel(-ty), damage, false, injustice, [idiom] oppressor, unrighteous, violence (against, done), violent (dealing), wrong. See also: Genesis 6:11; Proverbs 10:11; Psalms 7:17.
יִגְאַ֣ל
gâʼal
H1350
"to redeem"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means redemption, describing the act of a kinsman buying back a relative's property or marrying their widow, as seen in the story of Boaz in Ruth.
Definition: : redeem 1) to redeem, act as kinsman-redeemer, avenge, revenge, ransom, do the part of a kinsman 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to act as kinsman, do the part of next of kin, act as kinsman-redeemer 1a1a) by marrying brother's widow to beget a child for him, to redeem from slavery, to redeem land, to exact vengeance 1a2) to redeem (by payment) 1a3) to redeem (with God as subject) 1a3a) individuals from death 1a3b) Israel from Egyptian bondage 1a3c) Israel from exile 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to redeem oneself 1b2) to be redeemed
Usage: Occurs in 84 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] in any wise, [idiom] at all, avenger, deliver, (do, perform the part of near, next) kinsfolk(-man), purchase, ransom, redeem(-er), revenger. See also: Genesis 48:16; Job 3:5; Psalms 19:15.
נַפְשָׁ֑/ם
nephesh
H5315
"soul"
N-cs | Suff
The Hebrew word for soul or living being, used in the Bible to describe the essence of a person or animal. It encompasses the ideas of life, breath, and vitality, and is translated as 'soul' or 'creature' in the KJV. This word is central to biblical concepts of humanity and existence.
Definition: 1) soul, self, life, creature, person, appetite, mind, living being, desire, emotion, passion 1a) that which breathes, the breathing substance or being, soul, the inner being of man 1b) living being 1c) living being (with life in the blood) 1d) the man himself, self, person or individual 1e) seat of the appetites 1f) seat of emotions and passions 1g) activity of mind 1g1) uncertain 1h) activity of the will 1h1) uncertain 1i) activity of the character 1i1) uncertain
Usage: Occurs in 683 OT verses. KJV: any, appetite, beast, body, breath, creature, [idiom] dead(-ly), desire, [idiom] (dis-) contented, [idiom] fish, ghost, [phrase] greedy, he, heart(-y), (hath, [idiom] jeopardy of) life ([idiom] in jeopardy), lust, man, me, mind, mortally, one, own, person, pleasure, (her-, him-, my-, thy-) self, them (your) -selves, [phrase] slay, soul, [phrase] tablet, they, thing, ([idiom] she) will, [idiom] would have it. See also: Genesis 1:20; Leviticus 26:43; Judges 18:25.
וְ/יֵיקַ֖ר
yâqar
H3365
"be precious"
Conj | V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to be precious or valuable, and can also mean to make something rare. It is used to describe something highly valued or esteemed, like a precious stone.
Definition: 1) to esteem, be prized, be valuable, be precious, be costly, be appraised 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be precious, be highly valued, be esteemed, be costly 1a2) to be appraised 1b) (Hiphil) to make something precious
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: be (make) precious, be prized, be set by, withdraw. See also: 1 Samuel 18:30; Psalms 72:14; Psalms 49:9.
דָּמָ֣/ם
dâm
H1818
"blood"
N-ms | Suff
Blood refers to the liquid that flows through the body, essential for life. In the Bible, blood is often used to symbolize life, guilt, or sacrifice, as seen in the story of Jesus' crucifixion.
Definition: 1) blood 1a) of wine (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 295 OT verses. KJV: blood(-y, -guiltiness, (-thirsty), [phrase] innocent. See also: Genesis 4:10; Numbers 19:5; Psalms 5:7.
בְּ/עֵינָֽי/ו
ʻayin
H5869
"eye"
Prep | N-cd | Suff
This word can mean a spring or fountain, but also refers to the eye or a source of something. It is often translated as affliction, outward appearance, or countenance, and is used in various contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: : eye 1) eye 1a) eye 1a1) of physical eye 1a2) as showing mental qualities 1a3) of mental and spiritual faculties (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 828 OT verses. KJV: affliction, outward appearance, [phrase] before, [phrase] think best, colour, conceit, [phrase] be content, countenance, [phrase] displease, eye((-brow), (-d), -sight), face, [phrase] favour, fountain, furrow (from the margin), [idiom] him, [phrase] humble, knowledge, look, ([phrase] well), [idiom] me, open(-ly), [phrase] (not) please, presence, [phrase] regard, resemblance, sight, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them, [phrase] think, [idiom] us, well, [idiom] you(-rselves). See also: Genesis 3:5; Exodus 34:9; Deuteronomy 28:67.
Study Notes — Psalms 72:14
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 72:14 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 72:14
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 72:14
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 72:14
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 72:14
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 72:14
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 72:14
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 72:14
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 72:14
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 72:14
- Sermons on Psalms 72:14
Context — Endow the King with Your Justice
12For he will deliver the needy who cry out and the afflicted who have no helper.
13He will take pity on the poor and needy and save the lives of the oppressed.
14He will redeem them from oppression and violence, for their blood is precious in his sight.
15Long may he live! May gold from Sheba be given him. May people ever pray for him; may they bless him all day long. 16May there be an abundance of grain in the land; may it sway atop the hills. May its fruit trees flourish like the forests of Lebanon, the people of its cities like the grass of the field.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 116:15 | Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of His saints. |
| 2 | Revelation 19:2 | For His judgments are true and just. He has judged the great prostitute who corrupted the earth with her immorality. He has avenged the blood of His servants that was poured out by her hand.” |
| 3 | Psalms 69:18 | Draw near to my soul and redeem me; ransom me because of my foes. |
| 4 | Luke 1:68–75 | “Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel, because He has visited and redeemed His people. He has raised up a horn of salvation for us in the house of His servant David, as He spoke through His holy prophets, those of ages past, salvation from our enemies and from the hand of all who hate us, to show mercy to our fathers and to remember His holy covenant, the oath He swore to our father Abraham, to grant us deliverance from hostile hands, that we may serve Him without fear, in holiness and righteousness before Him all the days of our lives. |
| 5 | 1 Thessalonians 2:15–16 | who killed both the Lord Jesus and their own prophets, and drove us out as well. They are displeasing to God and hostile to all men, hindering us from telling the Gentiles how they may be saved. As a result, they continue to heap up their sins to full capacity; the utmost wrath has come upon them. |
| 6 | Revelation 17:6 | I could see that the woman was drunk with the blood of the saints and witnesses for Jesus. And I was utterly amazed at the sight of her. |
| 7 | 2 Samuel 4:9 | But David answered Rechab and his brother Baanah, the sons of Rimmon the Beerothite, “As surely as the LORD lives, who has redeemed my life from all distress, |
| 8 | 1 Samuel 26:21 | Then Saul replied, “I have sinned. Come back, David my son. I will never harm you again, because today you considered my life precious. I have played the fool and have committed a grave error!” |
| 9 | Genesis 48:16 | the angel who has redeemed me from all harm— may He bless these boys. And may they be called by my name and the names of my fathers Abraham and Isaac, and may they grow into a multitude upon the earth.” |
| 10 | Titus 2:14 | He gave Himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify for Himself a people for His own possession, zealous for good deeds. |
Psalms 72:14 Summary
[This verse tells us that God cares deeply about people who are being hurt or treated unfairly, and that He wants to rescue them from those situations. He thinks their lives are very valuable, and He wants to keep them safe. This is similar to what we see in Psalm 23:4, where David says that even in the darkest valley, God is with him and protects him. God's heart is full of love for people who are suffering, and He wants to help them. We can trust that God is our deliverer and that He will help us in times of trouble, just as He promises in Deuteronomy 31:8.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that God considers the blood of the oppressed to be precious?
This phrase highlights God's deep concern and value for human life, as seen in Genesis 9:6, where God says that whoever sheds human blood will be held accountable, because humans are made in God's image.
How does God's redemption from oppression and violence relate to our lives today?
This verse reminds us that God is our deliverer, just as He was for the Israelites in the book of Exodus, and that He desires to free us from all forms of oppression, whether physical, emotional, or spiritual, as promised in Isaiah 61:1.
What is the significance of the phrase 'for their blood is precious in His sight'?
This phrase emphasizes God's love and care for humanity, and reminds us that every human life has value and worth in God's eyes, as stated in Psalm 139:13-14, where David praises God for creating him and forming him in his mother's womb.
How does this verse relate to Jesus' teaching on the value of human life?
This verse is reflected in Jesus' teachings, such as in Matthew 6:26, where He says that we are more valuable than many sparrows, and in Matthew 10:31, where He says that we are of more value than many sheep, highlighting God's care and love for each individual.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I have experienced oppression or violence in my life, and how can I trust God to redeem me from those experiences?
- How can I show love and care for those around me who may be experiencing oppression or hardship, and be a reflection of God's heart for them?
- What are some ways that I can pray for and support those who are suffering from oppression or violence, and be a part of God's work of redemption in their lives?
- How can I remember that my own life and the lives of those around me are precious in God's sight, and live in a way that reflects that value and worth?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 72:14
He shall redeem their soul from deceit and violence,.... From all the secret and open designs and efforts of their enemies; "from deceit", and deceitfulness of sin and its lusts, so as that they
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 72:14
Yea, all kings shall fall down before him: all nations shall serve him. -All kings shall serve, Him because He is the Saviour of the needy.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 72:14
Deceit and violence; the two ways whereby the souls or lives of men are usually destroyed. Precious shall their blood be in his sight; he will not be prodigal of the lives of his subjects, casting them away merely to gratify his own revenge, or covetousness, or insatiable desire of enlarging his empire, as earthly kings commonly do, but, like a true father of his people, will tenderly preserve them, and severely avenge their blood upon those who shall shed it.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 72:14
Psalms 72:14 He shall redeem their soul from deceit and violence: and precious shall their blood be in his sight.Ver. 14. He shall redeem their soul from deceit and violence] Those two noted engines of all mischief to the poor, viz. privy deceit (usury, the Septuagint and Vulgate render it) and open violence, επιβουληκαιεπιβολη, fraud and force, craft and cruelty. And precious shall their blood be in his sight] He shall be very tender of their lives, that they be not causelessly cast away, either in times of peace or war. Precious also in the sight of the Lord Christ is the death of his saints, his martyrs, Psalms 116:15.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 72:14
(14) And precious . . .—The parallelism shows the meaning. The life of his people is dear to the king, and he therefore protects them from violence.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 72:14
Verse 14. From deceit and violence] Because they are poor and uneducated, they are liable to be deceived; and because they are helpless, they are liable to oppression; but his equal justice shall duly consider these cases; and no man shall suffer because he is deceived, though the letter of the law may be against him. And precious shall their blood be] If the blood or life of such a person shall have been spilt by the hand of violence, he shall seek it out, and visit it on the murderer, though he were the chief in the land. He shall not be screened, though he were of the blood royal, if he have wilfully taken away the life of a man.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 72:14
14. deceit] Oppression (R.V.) or fraud (R.V. marg.). The word occurs elsewhere only in Psalms 10:7; Psalms 55:11. and precious &c.] He will not suffer it to be shed with impunity. Cp. for the phrase Psalms 116:15; 1 Samuel 26:21; 1 Kings 1:13-14; and see Psalms 9:12. P.B.V. dear means ‘costly’ or ‘precious.’
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 72:14
He shall redeem their soul from deceit and violence - He will rescue their lives; that is, he will deliver them from the hands of men who practice deceit, or who are dishonest and unjust - and from the hands of those who oppress.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 72:14
14. Deceit and violence— “Under the terms craft and violence the psalmist comprehends all kinds of misdealing; for a man in doing harm is either a lion or a fox: for some rage with open force, and
Sermons on Psalms 72:14
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Taking the Cup and Calling on Jesus by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding that there is a divine purpose in all the challenges and trials we face. He refers to biblical figures like M |
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Teach Us to Number Our Days Part 1 by Keith Daniel | This sermon delves into the inevitability of death and the importance of being prepared for the afterlife. It emphasizes the brevity of life, the reality of facing judgment after d |
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Power Encounter in Papua New Guinea (Part 2) by David Sitton | In this sermon, the speaker recounts a powerful encounter with a woman named Rosa who was practicing witchcraft. He describes how she was dancing, chanting, and trying to levitate |
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Opposition to the Church by Steve Gallagher | This sermon delves into the transition period of the early church, focusing on the shift from Peter as the main actor to the rise of the Apostle Paul. It covers the birth and growt |
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The Funeral by Thomas Brooks | Thomas Brooks emphasizes that for a Christian, death signifies the end of all earthly struggles such as sins, sorrows, and afflictions, while simultaneously marking the beginning o |
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Precious Death by A.W. Pink | A.W. Pink emphasizes the preciousness of a saint's death in the sight of the Lord, as expressed in Psalm 116:15. He encourages believers to view death from God's perspective, recog |
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But God by J. Frank Norris | J. Frank Norris preaches on the story of Joseph from the Book of Genesis, emphasizing how despite the evil intentions of others, God's ultimate plan prevails for good. He urges the |