Psalms 76:9
Psalms 76:9 in Multiple Translations
when God rose up to judge, to save all the lowly of the earth. Selah
When God arose to judgment, to save all the meek of the earth. Selah.
When God arose to judgment, To save all the meek of the earth. [Selah
When God took his place as judge, for the salvation of the poor on the earth. (Selah.)
when you stood up to judge, to save the oppressed people of the earth. Selah.
When thou, O God, arose to iudgement, to helpe all the meeke of the earth. Selah.
In the rising of God to judgment, To save all the humble of earth. Selah.
when God arose to judgment, to save all the afflicted ones of the earth. Selah.
When God arose to judgment, to save all the meek of the earth. Selah.
Or will he cut off his mercy for ever, from generation to generation?
when you arose to declare that you would punish wicked people and rescue all those whom they had oppressed. (Think about that!)
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 76:9
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Psalms 76:9 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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מִ֭/שָּׁמַיִם
הִשְׁמַ֣עְתָּ
דִּ֑ין
אֶ֖רֶץ
יָֽרְאָ֣ה
וְ/שָׁקָֽטָה
מִ֭/שָּׁמַיִם
shâmayim
H8064
heaven
Prep | N-mp
הִשְׁמַ֣עְתָּ
shâmaʻ
H8085
to hear
V-Hiphil-Perf-2ms
דִּ֑ין
dîyn
H1779
judgment
N-ms
אֶ֖רֶץ
ʼerets
H776
land
N-cs
יָֽרְאָ֣ה
yârêʼ
H3372
to fear
V-Qal-Perf-3fs
וְ/שָׁקָֽטָה
shâqaṭ
H8252
to quiet
Conj | V-Qal-Perf-3fs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 76:9
מִ֭/שָּׁמַיִם
shâmayim
H8064
"heaven"
Prep | N-mp
The Hebrew word for heaven or sky, it refers to the visible universe and the abode of God. It is often used in the Bible to describe the dwelling place of celestial bodies.
Definition: 1) heaven, heavens, sky 1a) visible heavens, sky 1a1) as abode of the stars 1a2) as the visible universe, the sky, atmosphere, etc 1b) Heaven (as the abode of God) Aramaic equivalent: sha.ma.yin (שָׁמַ֫יִן "heaven" H8065)
Usage: Occurs in 395 OT verses. KJV: air, [idiom] astrologer, heaven(-s). See also: Genesis 1:1; 1 Samuel 2:10; Job 28:21.
הִשְׁמַ֣עְתָּ
shâmaʻ
H8085
"to hear"
V-Hiphil-Perf-2ms
To hear and listen is what this Hebrew word means, often implying attention and obedience. In Exodus and Deuteronomy, it is used when God speaks to the people, and they must listen and obey.
Definition: : hear v 1) to hear, listen to, obey 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to hear (perceive by ear) 1a2) to hear of or concerning 1a3) to hear (have power to hear) 1a4) to hear with attention or interest, listen to 1a5) to understand (language) 1a6) to hear (of judicial cases) 1a7) to listen, give heed 1a7a) to consent, agree 1a7b) to grant request 1a8) to listen to, yield to 1a9) to obey, be obedient 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be heard (of voice or sound) 1b2) to be heard of 1b3) to be regarded, be obeyed 1c) (Piel) to cause to hear, call to hear, summon 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to hear, tell, proclaim, utter a sound 1d2) to sound aloud (musical term) 1d3) to make proclamation, summon 1d4) to cause to be heard n m 2) sound
Usage: Occurs in 1072 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] attentively, call (gather) together, [idiom] carefully, [idiom] certainly, consent, consider, be content, declare, [idiom] diligently, discern, give ear, (cause to, let, make to) hear(-ken, tell), [idiom] indeed, listen, make (a) noise, (be) obedient, obey, perceive, (make a) proclaim(-ation), publish, regard, report, shew (forth), (make a) sound, [idiom] surely, tell, understand, whosoever (heareth), witness. See also: Genesis 3:8; Exodus 32:18; Deuteronomy 27:9.
דִּ֑ין
dîyn
H1779
"judgment"
N-ms
Judgment or a legal suit is the meaning of this word, used to describe a cause, plea, or dispute in the Bible.
Definition: 1) judgment 1a) judgment 1b) cause, plea 1c) condemnation, judgment 1d) dispute, legal suit, strife 1e) government Aramaic equivalent: din (דִּין "judgment" H1780)
Usage: Occurs in 17 OT verses. KJV: cause, judgement, plea, strife. See also: Deuteronomy 17:8; Proverbs 20:8; Psalms 9:5.
אֶ֖רֶץ
ʼerets
H776
"land"
N-cs
The land or earth refers to the soil or ground, and can also mean a country, territory, or region. In the Bible, it is used to describe the earth and its inhabitants, and is often translated as 'land' or 'country'.
Definition: : soil 1) land, earth 1a) earth 1a1) whole earth (as opposed to a part) 1a2) earth (as opposed to heaven) 1a3) earth (inhabitants) 1b) land 1b1) country, territory 1b2) district, region 1b3) tribal territory 1b4) piece of ground 1b5) land of Canaan, Israel 1b6) inhabitants of land 1b7) Sheol, land without return, (under) world 1b8) city (-state) 1c) ground, surface of the earth 1c1) ground 1c2) soil 1d) (in phrases) 1d1) people of the land 1d2) space or distance of country (in measurements of distance) 1d3) level or plain country 1d4) land of the living 1d5) end(s) of the earth 1e) (almost wholly late in usage) 1e1) lands, countries 1e1a) often in contrast to Canaan
Usage: Occurs in 2190 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] common, country, earth, field, ground, land, [idiom] natins, way, [phrase] wilderness, world. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 18:18; Genesis 42:13.
יָֽרְאָ֣ה
yârêʼ
H3372
"to fear"
V-Qal-Perf-3fs
This Hebrew word means to fear or revere, and is used to describe being afraid or standing in awe of something, like God's power. It appears in the Bible to convey a sense of respect or reverence. In the KJV, it's translated as 'affright' or 'reverence'.
Definition: : frightening(DANGER) 1) to fear, revere, be afraid 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to fear, be afraid 1a2) to stand in awe of, be awed 1a3) to fear, reverence, honour, respect 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be fearful, be dreadful, be feared 1b2) to cause astonishment and awe, be held in awe 1b3) to inspire reverence or godly fear or awe 1c) (Piel) to make afraid, terrify 2) (TWOT) to shoot, pour
Usage: Occurs in 318 OT verses. KJV: affright, be (make) afraid, dread(-ful), (put in) fear(-ful, -fully, -ing), (be had in) reverence(-end), [idiom] see, terrible (act, -ness, thing). See also: Genesis 3:10; 1 Samuel 12:18; Psalms 3:7.
וְ/שָׁקָֽטָה
shâqaṭ
H8252
"to quiet"
Conj | V-Qal-Perf-3fs
To quiet or be at peace is what this Hebrew word means, like the stillness after a storm, as described in Psalm 107:30.
Definition: 1) to be quiet, be tranquil, be at peace, be quiet, rest, lie still, be undisturbed 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be quiet, be undisturbed 1a1a) to be at peace (of land) 1a2) to be quiet, be inactive 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to show quietness 1b1a) quietness, display of quietness (subst) 1b2) to quiet, be quiet 1b3) to cause quietness, pacify, allay
Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: appease, idleness, (at, be at, be in, give) quiet(-ness), (be at, be in, give, have, take) rest, settle, be still. See also: Joshua 11:23; Psalms 76:9; Psalms 83:2.
Study Notes — Psalms 76:9
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 76:9 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 76:9
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 76:9
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 76:9
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 76:9
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 76:9
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 76:9
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 76:9
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 76:9
- Sermons on Psalms 76:9
Context — God’s Name Is Great in Israel
7You alone are to be feared. When You are angry, who can stand before You?
8From heaven You pronounced judgment, and the earth feared and was still
9when God rose up to judge, to save all the lowly of the earth. Selah
10Even the wrath of man shall praise You; with the survivors of wrath You will clothe Yourself. 11Make and fulfill your vows to the LORD your God; let all the neighboring lands bring tribute to Him who is to be feared.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Matthew 5:5 | Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. |
| 2 | Zephaniah 2:3 | Seek the LORD, all you humble of the earth who carry out His justice. Seek righteousness; seek humility. Perhaps you will be sheltered on the day of the LORD’s anger. |
| 3 | Isaiah 11:4 | but with righteousness He will judge the poor, and with equity He will decide for the lowly of the earth. He will strike the earth with the rod of His mouth and slay the wicked with the breath of His lips. |
| 4 | Psalms 9:7–9 | But the LORD abides forever; He has established His throne for judgment. He judges the world with justice; He governs the people with equity. The LORD is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. |
| 5 | Psalms 82:2–5 | “How long will you judge unjustly and show partiality to the wicked? Selah Defend the cause of the weak and fatherless; uphold the rights of the afflicted and oppressed. Rescue the weak and needy; save them from the hand of the wicked. They do not know or understand; they wander in the darkness; all the foundations of the earth are shaken. |
| 6 | Psalms 72:4 | May he vindicate the afflicted among the people; may he save the children of the needy and crush the oppressor. |
| 7 | Jeremiah 5:28 | They have grown fat and sleek, and have excelled in the deeds of the wicked. They have not taken up the cause of the fatherless, that they might prosper; nor have they defended the rights of the needy. |
| 8 | 1 Peter 3:4 | but from the inner disposition of your heart, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is precious in God’s sight. |
| 9 | Psalms 149:4 | For the LORD takes pleasure in His people; He adorns the afflicted with salvation. |
| 10 | Psalms 25:9 | He guides the humble in what is right and teaches them His way. |
Psalms 76:9 Summary
This verse tells us that when God rises up to judge, He does so to save those who are humble and in need. This means that God is a righteous judge who defends those who are powerless and oppressed, as we see in Psalms 140:12, where God is described as the helper of the fatherless. It's a reminder that God is always working to bring justice and salvation to those who need it most, and that we can trust in His goodness and love. By trusting in God's judgment and salvation, we can have confidence that He will ultimately bring about justice and righteousness in the world, as promised in Revelation 21:4.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for God to 'rise up to judge' in Psalms 76:9?
When God rises up to judge, it means He is taking action to defend the righteous and punish the wicked, as seen in Psalms 7:11, where God is described as a righteous judge.
Who are the 'lowly of the earth' that God saves in this verse?
The 'lowly of the earth' refers to those who are humble, poor, and oppressed, similar to those described in Psalms 37:11, who will inherit the earth and be blessed by God.
What is the significance of the word 'Selah' at the end of this verse?
The word 'Selah' is a musical term that indicates a pause or a time for reflection, similar to its use in Psalms 3:2, where it invites the reader to stop and consider the preceding words.
How does God's judgment relate to His salvation of the lowly?
God's judgment and salvation are closely related, as seen in Isaiah 30:18, where God's judgment is a necessary step towards bringing salvation and justice to those who are oppressed.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I have seen God rise up to judge and save the lowly in my own life or in the world around me?
- How can I, as a follower of God, be an advocate for the lowly and oppressed, and stand up for justice in my community?
- What does it mean for me to trust in God's judgment and salvation, even when I don't understand the circumstances of my life?
- In what ways can I reflect the character of God by showing compassion and mercy to those around me who are struggling or oppressed?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 76:9
When God arose to judgment,.... He may sometimes seem to be asleep, and to defer judgment, but he will arise and hasten it in his own time, and will take vengeance on all his and his people's
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 76:9
Thou art more glorious and excellent than the mountains of prey.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 76:9
When God arose to judgement; when God, who for a season had sat still, began to bestir and show himself against his enemies. Or, after God had risen, &c. Or, because God did arise, &c. To save all the meek of the earth; to save all the godly persons (who are oft called meek ones, as hath been noted again and again) in Israel, for whose sakes God wrought this great deliverance, which reached to all the people of the land.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 76:9
Psalms 76:9 When God arose to judgment, to save all the meek of the earth. Selah.Ver. 9. When God arose to judgment] Being stirred up, as it were, by the prayers of his people, as Psalms 76:2-3. To save all the meek of the earth] Who cease not to seek the Lord, to seek righteousness and judgment, Zephaniah 2:3.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 76:9
(9) Of the earth.—Or, of the land.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 76:9
Verse 9. The meek of the earth.] The humbled or oppressed people of the land. The poor Jews, now utterly helpless, and calling upon the Lord for succour.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 76:9
7–9. It was the irresistible judgement of God.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 76:9
When God arose to judgment - That is, when he came to overthrow and destroy the enemies of his people, as referred to in the former part of the psalm.
Sermons on Psalms 76:9
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Lewis Land of Revival (Revival Testimonies) by Duncan Campbell | In this sermon, the preacher describes the supernatural experience of a revival where young people were deeply moved to worship and seek God. The focus of the revival was not on ma |
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The Bride Hath Made Herself Ready by B.H. Clendennen | In this sermon, the preacher shares his experience of preaching to a small congregation of 40 people. He describes how he felt a deep connection to God during his sermon and was am |
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The Open Secret of Christian Contentment by J. Glyn Owen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of standing firm in one's faith. He highlights that Satan knows the price we demand because we are not content with our Lord, |
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The Unfinished Work of Christ by Vance Havner | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of taking action and not just receiving the word of God. He uses the analogy of mud being applied to one's eyes and the need |
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No Two Saints Are Alike by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher discusses various topics related to the Christian faith. He mentions spending time in the water for about 25 minutes out of a total of four hours. He a |
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Founders Week Conference 1974 - 01 by Vance Havner | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of personal involvement in spreading the word of God. He highlights the significance of individuals sharing their faith with |
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(The Lord - Merciful and Gracious) 5. the Triumph of the Poor and Needy by Roy Hession | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of David from the Bible, particularly during the time when he was hunted by Saul and lived in the wilderness for 10 years. David d |