Psalms 83:7
Psalms 83:7 in Multiple Translations
of Gebal, Ammon, and Amalek, of Philistia with the people of Tyre.
Gebal, and Ammon, and Amalek; the Philistines with the inhabitants of Tyre;
Gebal, and Ammon, and Amalek; Philistia with the inhabitants of Tyre:
Gebal and Ammon and Amalek; the Philistines and the people of Tyre;
the people of Gebal and Ammon and Amalek, Philistia, and the inhabitants of Tyre.
Gebal and Ammon, and Amalech, the Philistims with the inhabitants of Tyrus:
Gebal, and Ammon, and Amalek, Philistia with inhabitants of Tyre,
Gebal, Ammon, and Amalek; Philistia with the inhabitants of Tyre;
Gebal, and Ammon, and Amalek; the Philistines with the inhabitants of Tyre;
In the vale of tears, in the place which be hath set.
Gebal people-group, the Ammon people-group, the Amalek people-group, the Philistia people-group, and the people of Tyre city.
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Psalms 83:7 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אָהֳלֵ֣י
אֱ֭דוֹם
וְ/יִשְׁמְעֵאלִ֗ים
מוֹאָ֥ב
וְ/הַגְרִֽים
אָהֳלֵ֣י
ʼôhel
H168
tent
N-mp
אֱ֭דוֹם
ʼĔdôm
H123
Edom
N-proper
וְ/יִשְׁמְעֵאלִ֗ים
Yishmâʻêʼlîy
H3459
Ishmaelite
Conj | Ngmpa
מוֹאָ֥ב
Môwʼâb
H4124
Moab
N-proper
וְ/הַגְרִֽים
Hagrîy
H1905
Hagri
Conj | Ngmsa
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 83:7
אָהֳלֵ֣י
ʼôhel
H168
"tent"
N-mp
The Hebrew word for a tent, often used to describe the tabernacle or a nomad's home. In Exodus 33:7-11, it refers to the sacred tent where God meets with Moses.
Definition: : tent 1) tent 1a) nomad's tent, and thus symbolic of wilderness life, transience 1b) dwelling, home, habitation 1c) the sacred tent of Jehovah (the tabernacle) Also means: o.hel (אֹ֫הֶל ": home" H0168H)
Usage: Occurs in 314 OT verses. KJV: covering, (dwelling) (place), home, tabernacle, tent. See also: Genesis 4:20; Leviticus 14:23; Joshua 22:4.
אֱ֭דוֹם
ʼĔdôm
H123
"Edom"
N-proper
Edom was the twin brother of Jacob and the region where he lived. He was the son of Isaac and Rebekah, and his story is told in Genesis 25. Edom is also another name for Esau.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.25.25; son of: Isaac (H3327) and Rebekah (H7259); brother of: Israel (H3478); married to Oholibamah (H0173), Judith (H3067), Adah (H5711H) and Mahalath (H4258); father of: Eliphaz (H0464), Reuel (H7467), Jeush (H3266), Jalam (H3281) and Korah (H7141); also called Edom at Gen.25.30; 36.1,8,19,21; 1x,54; Another name of e.sav (עֵשָׂו "Esau" H6215G) § Edom = "red" 1) Edom 2) Edomite, Idumean-descendants of Esau 3) land of Edom, Idumea-land south and south east of Palestine
Usage: Occurs in 93 OT verses. KJV: Edom, Edomites, Idumea. See also: Genesis 25:30; 1 Chronicles 1:54; Psalms 60:2.
וְ/יִשְׁמְעֵאלִ֗ים
Yishmâʻêʼlîy
H3459
"Ishmaelite"
Conj | Ngmpa
An Ishmaelite is a descendant of Ishmael, Abraham's son with Hagar. Ishmaelites are first mentioned in Genesis 16 and are associated with the Arabian peoples.
Definition: Someone descended from Ishmael who was a man of Arabia living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.16.11; son of: Abraham (H0085) and Hagar (H1904); half-brother of: Isaac (H3327), Zimran (H2175), Jokshan (H3370), Medan (H4091), Midian (H4080), Ishbak (H3435) and Shuah (H7744); father of: Nebaioth (H5032), Kedar (H6938), Adbeel (H0110), Mibsam (H4017), Mishma (H4927), Dumah (H1746), Massa (H4854), Hadad (H2301), Tema (H8485), Jetur (H3195), Naphish (H5305), Kedemah (H6929) and Mahalath (H4258) Group of yish.ma.el (יִשְׁמָעֵאל "Ishmael" H3458) § Ishmaelite , of Ishmael "God will hear" a descendant of Ishmael
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: Ishmaelite. See also: Genesis 37:25; Judges 8:24; Psalms 83:7.
מוֹאָ֥ב
Môwʼâb
H4124
"Moab"
N-proper
Moab refers to the land and descendants of the son of Lot, who was born out of an incestuous relationship. The land of Moab is mentioned in the book of Numbers and the book of Ruth.
Definition: Combined with a.ra.vah (עֲרָבָה " Plains" H6160I) § Moab = "of his father" the land inhabited by the descendants of the son of Lot
Usage: Occurs in 158 OT verses. KJV: Moab. See also: Genesis 19:37; 2 Kings 3:21; Psalms 60:10.
וְ/הַגְרִֽים
Hagrîy
H1905
"Hagri"
Conj | Ngmsa
A Hagrite was a member of an Arabian clan, first mentioned in 1 Chronicles 5:10, and also refers to one of David's servants. The name means wanderer. They lived east of Palestine and fought against the tribes of Reuben during Saul's time.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.5.10; father of: Mibhar (H4006) § Hagarenes or Hagarites n pr gent 1) a people dwelling to the east of Palestine, with whom the tribes of Reuben made war in the time of Saul adj patr 2) of one of David's servants Haggeri = "wanderer" 3) father of Mibhar and one of David's mighty warriors
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: Hagarene, Hagarite, Haggeri. See also: 1 Chronicles 5:10; 1 Chronicles 11:38; Psalms 83:7.
Study Notes — Psalms 83:7
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 83:7 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 83:7
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 83:7
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 83:7
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 83:7
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 83:7
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 83:7
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 83:7
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 83:7
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 83:7
- Sermons on Psalms 83:7
Context — O God, Be Not Silent
5For with one mind they plot together; they form an alliance against You—
6the tents of Edom and the Ishmaelites, of Moab and the Hagrites,
7of Gebal, Ammon, and Amalek, of Philistia with the people of Tyre.
8Even Assyria has joined them, lending strength to the sons of Lot. Selah 9Do to them as You did to Midian, as to Sisera and Jabin at the River Kishon,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Joshua 13:5 | the land of the Gebalites; and all Lebanon to the east, from Baal-gad below Mount Hermon to Lebo-hamath. |
| 2 | Ezekiel 27:3 | Tell Tyre, who dwells at the gateway to the sea, merchant of the peoples on many coasts, that this is what the Lord GOD says: You have said, O Tyre, ‘I am perfect in beauty.’ |
| 3 | Ezekiel 27:9 | The elders of Gebal were aboard as shipwrights, repairing your leaks. All the ships of the sea and their sailors came alongside to barter for your merchandise. |
| 4 | 1 Samuel 4:1 | Thus the word of Samuel came to all Israel. Now the Israelites went out to meet the Philistines in battle and camped at Ebenezer, while the Philistines camped at Aphek. |
| 5 | 1 Samuel 15:2 | This is what the LORD of Hosts says: ‘I witnessed what the Amalekites did to the Israelites when they ambushed them on their way up from Egypt. |
| 6 | Amos 1:9 | This is what the LORD says: “For three transgressions of Tyre, even four, I will not revoke My judgment, because they delivered up a whole congregation of exiles to Edom and broke a covenant of brotherhood. |
Psalms 83:7 Summary
[Psalms 83:7 lists several nations that have joined together to attack Israel, including Gebal, Ammon, and Amalek, as well as Philistia and the people of Tyre. This verse shows how these nations, who did not worship the true God, worked together to oppose His people, similar to what we see in Exodus 17:8-16 and Numbers 22:2-4. Just like in (Ephesians 6:12), we see a spiritual battle between good and evil, where God's people are opposed by those who do not follow Him. As believers, we can trust in God's protection and sovereignty, just like the Psalmist does in this passage, and remember that our ultimate victory comes from Him, as promised in (Psalm 23:4).]
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the people mentioned in Psalms 83:7 and why are they significant?
The people mentioned in Psalms 83:7, such as Gebal, Ammon, and Amalek, were neighboring nations of Israel who often opposed God's people, as seen in Exodus 17:8-16 and Numbers 22:2-4. These nations formed alliances to attack Israel, demonstrating their rebellion against God.
What is the significance of Philistia and the people of Tyre in this verse?
Philistia and the people of Tyre were powerful nations that often clashed with Israel, as recorded in 1 Samuel 17:1-58 and Ezekiel 26:1-5. Their inclusion in this verse highlights the extensive coalition against God's people.
How does this verse relate to the broader context of Psalms 83?
Psalms 83:7 is part of a larger prayer for God's judgment against the nations that have formed an alliance against Israel, as seen in Psalms 83:1-8. This verse specifically lists the nations involved in this coalition, emphasizing the breadth of the opposition against God's people.
What can we learn from the nations' alliances against Israel in this verse?
The nations' alliances against Israel in Psalms 83:7 demonstrate the futility of human efforts to oppose God's plans, as stated in Proverbs 21:30 and Isaiah 8:9-10. This verse encourages us to trust in God's sovereignty and protection, rather than relying on human strength or alliances.
Reflection Questions
- What does the list of nations in Psalms 83:7 reveal about the nature of spiritual warfare and the enemies of God's people?
- How can I apply the lesson of trusting in God's sovereignty, rather than human strength, to my own life and challenges?
- What are some modern-day 'alliances' or coalitions that may be opposing God's work in my life or community, and how can I pray against them?
- In what ways can I stand in solidarity with God's people, as described in Psalms 83, and pray for their protection and victory?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 83:7
Gebal,.... Gubleans, or Gebalites, as the Targum; the same with Giblites, Joshua 23:5, or men of Gebal, Ezekiel 27:9 the same with Byblus: these dwelt in Phoenicia, near Tyre, where Pliny (g) makes
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 83:7
Gebal, and Ammon, and Amalek; the Philistines with the inhabitants of Tyre; Gebal, and Ammon, and Amalek.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 83:7
Gebal; either, 1. The Giblites or Gebalites, dwelling near Zidon, of whom . Or, 2. An Arabian people, so called by ancient writers, dwelling in the southern border of Canaan, where most of the people here mentioned had their abode. Yet some of these were in the northern parts, and not far from the other Gebal, as some of the Philistines and the Tyrians.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 83:7
Psalms 83:7 Gebal, and Ammon, and Amalek; the Philistines with the inhabitants of Tyre;Ver. 7. Gebal, and Ammon, and Amalek] Sic enarrat et enumerat inimicos decem conglobatos, Ezekiel 27:9. Answerable whereunto were the ten kings of Christendom, who gave their power to the beast. Gebal might be the inhabitants of Gabel, a city of Phoenicia, saith Stephanus; or of Syria, saith Strabo, which Volateran saith was called Gibel in his time, but anciently Biblus. See Joshua 13:5.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 83:7
(7) Gebal.—If this is a noun, as generally supposed, and as printed in the text, we must take it as a synonym of Edom (the Gebalene of Eusebius). The Gebal of Eze 27:9 is not to be thought of; but it is most likely a verb: “Both Ammon and Amalek are joined together, The Philistines (are joined) with the men of Tyre.”
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 83:7
Verse 7. Gebal] The Giblites, who were probably the persons here designed, were a tribe of the ancient inhabitants of the land of Canaan, and are mentioned as unconquered at the death of Joshua, Joshua 13:5. They are called stone-squarers or Giblites, 1Kg 5:18, and were of considerable assistance to Hiram king of Tyre, in preparing timber and stones for the building of the temple. They appear to have been eminent in the days of Ezekiel, who terms them the "ancients of Gebal, and the wise men-thereof," who were ship-builders, Ezekiel 27:3. What is now called Gibyle, a place on the Mediterranean Sea, between Tripoli and Sidon, is supposed to be the remains of the city of the Giblites. Ammon and Moab were then descendants of the children of Lot. Their bad origin is sufficiently known. See Genesis 19:30, c. Calmet supposes that Ammon is put here for Men or Maon, the Meonians, a people who lived in the neighbourhood of the Amalekites and Idumeans. See the notes on 2 Chronicles 20:1; 2 Chronicles 26:7.
Amalek] The Amalekites are well known as the ancient and inveterate enemies of the Israelites. They were neighbours to the Idumeans. The Philistines] These were tributaries to Jehoshaphat, 2 Chronicles 17:11; but it seems they took advantage of the present times, to join in the great confederacy against him. The inhabitants of Tyre] These probably joined the confederacy in hopes of making conquests, and extending their territory on the main land.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 83:7
7. the Philistines] Lit. Philistia. In Amos 1:6 ff., Amos 1:9 ff., Philistia and Tyre are censured for surrendering Israelite captives to Edom, which in its turn (Psalms 83:11) is condemned for unbrotherly hostility to Israel.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 83:7
Gebal - The Gebal here referred to was probably the same as Gebalene, the mountainous tract inhabited by the Edomites, extending from the Dead Sea southward toward Petra, and still called by the Arabs Djebal.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 83:7
7. Gebal—Not the one mentioned, Ezekiel 27:9, which was an important city of Phoenicia, the people of which are called “Giblites,” (Joshua 13:5, translated “stone squarers,” 1 Kings 5:18,) for these
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