Psalms 89:4
Psalms 89:4 in Multiple Translations
‘I will establish your offspring forever and build up your throne for all generations.’” Selah
Thy seed will I establish for ever, and build up thy throne to all generations. Selah.
Thy seed will I establish for ever, And build up thy throne to all generations. [Selah
I will make your seed go on for ever, your kingdom will be strong through all generations. (Selah.)
I will make sure your lineage lasts forever; I will keep your throne secure for all generations.” Selah.
Thy seede will I stablish for euer, and set vp thy throne from generation to generation. Selah.
'Even to the age do I establish thy seed, And have built to generation and generation thy throne. Selah.
‘I will establish your offspring forever, and build up your throne to all generations.’” Selah.
Thy seed will I establish for ever, and build up thy throne to all generations. Selah.
For a thousand years in thy sight are as yesterday, which is past. And as a watch in the night,
‘I will enable various ones of your descendants to always be kings; the line of kings descended from you [MTY] will never end.’” (Think about that!) 10
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Psalms 89:4 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כָּרַ֣תִּֽי
בְ֭רִית
לִ/בְחִירִ֑/י
נִ֝שְׁבַּ֗עְתִּי
לְ/דָוִ֥ד
עַבְדִּֽ/י
כָּרַ֣תִּֽי
kârath
H3772
to cut
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
בְ֭רִית
bᵉrîyth
H1285
covenant
N-fs
לִ/בְחִירִ֑/י
bâchîyr
H972
chosen
Prep | Adj | Suff
נִ֝שְׁבַּ֗עְתִּי
shâbaʻ
H7650
to swear
V-Niphal-Perf-1cs
לְ/דָוִ֥ד
Dâvid
H1732
David
Prep | N-proper
עַבְדִּֽ/י
ʻebed
H5650
servant/slave
N-ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 89:4
כָּרַ֣תִּֽי
kârath
H3772
"to cut"
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
This Hebrew word means to cut or destroy something, but it also has a special meaning related to making a covenant or agreement. In Genesis 15:18, God makes a covenant with Abram, symbolized by cutting animals in half, showing the seriousness of the promise. This word is used to describe important agreements and alliances.
Definition: : cut/fell 1) to cut, cut off, cut down, cut off a body part, cut out, eliminate, kill, cut a covenant 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to cut off 1a1a) to cut off a body part, behead 1a2) to cut down 1a3) to hew 1a4) to cut or make a covenant 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be cut off 1b2) to be cut down 1b3) to be chewed 1b4) to be cut off, fail 1c) (Pual) 1c1) to be cut off 1c2) to be cut down 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cut off 1d2) to cut off, destroy 1d3) to cut down, destroy 1d4) to take away 1d5) to permit to perish 1e) (Hophal) cut off
Usage: Occurs in 280 OT verses. KJV: be chewed, be con-(feder-) ate, covenant, cut (down, off), destroy, fail, feller, be freed, hew (down), make a league (covenant), [idiom] lose, perish, [idiom] utterly, [idiom] want. See also: Genesis 9:11; 1 Samuel 24:6; Psalms 12:4.
בְ֭רִית
bᵉrîyth
H1285
"covenant"
N-fs
A covenant is a promise or agreement between people or between God and people, like a treaty or alliance. It is first mentioned in the Bible in Genesis, where God makes a covenant with Abraham. This concept is central to the Bible.
Definition: 1) covenant, alliance, pledge 1a) between men 1a1) treaty, alliance, league (man to man) 1a2) constitution, ordinance (monarch to subjects) 1a3) agreement, pledge (man to man) 1a4) alliance (of friendship) 1a5) alliance (of marriage) 1b) between God and man 1b1) alliance (of friendship) 1b2) covenant (divine ordinance with signs or pledges) 2) (phrases) 2a) covenant making 2b) covenant keeping 2c) covenant violation
Usage: Occurs in 264 OT verses. KJV: confederacy, (con-) feder(-ate), covenant, league. See also: Genesis 6:18; Judges 20:27; Psalms 25:10.
לִ/בְחִירִ֑/י
bâchîyr
H972
"chosen"
Prep | Adj | Suff
The word means chosen or select, often referring to someone or something preferred by God. It appears in passages like Isaiah 43:20, where God chooses Israel as his special people.
Definition: chosen, choice one, chosen one, elect (of God)
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: choose, chosen one, elect. See also: 2 Samuel 21:6; Psalms 106:23; Psalms 89:4.
נִ֝שְׁבַּ֗עְתִּי
shâbaʻ
H7650
"to swear"
V-Niphal-Perf-1cs
This Hebrew word means to swear an oath, like making a promise or vow. In the Bible, it is used when someone is making a serious promise, often with God as a witness. The KJV translates it as adjure or take an oath.
Definition: 1) to swear, adjure 1a) (Qal) sworn (participle) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to swear, take an oath 1b2) to swear (of Jehovah by Himself) 1b3) to curse 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to take an oath 1c2) to adjure
Usage: Occurs in 175 OT verses. KJV: adjure, charge (by an oath, with an oath), feed to the full (by mistake for H7646 (שָׂבַע)), take an oath, [idiom] straitly, (cause to, make to) swear. See also: Genesis 21:23; Judges 21:18; Psalms 15:4.
לְ/דָוִ֥ד
Dâvid
H1732
"David"
Prep | N-proper
David was the youngest son of Jesse and a king of Judah, first mentioned in Ruth 4:17, and an ancestor of Jesus.
Definition: A king of the tribe of Judah living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at Rut.4.17; son of: Jesse (H3448) and Nahash (H5176I); brother of: Eliab (H0446I), Abinadab (H0041I), Shimeah (H8093), Zeruiah (H6870), Abigail (H0026H)(?), Nethanel (H5417H), Raddai (H7288), Ozem (H0684) and Elihu (H0453J); married to Michal (H4324), Abigail (H0026), Ahinoam (H0293H), Maacah (H4601I), Haggith (H2294), Abital (H0037), Eglah (H5698) and Bathsheba (H1339); father of: Amnon (H0550), Chileab (H3609), Absalom (H0053), Adonijah (H0138), Shephatiah (H8203), Ithream (H3507), Shammua (H8051H), Shobab (H7727), Nathan (H5416), Solomon (H8010), Ibhar (H2984), Elishua (H0474), Nepheg (H5298H), Japhia (H3309I), Elishama (H0476H), Eliada (H0450), Eliphelet (H0467), Tamar (H8559H), Elpelet (H0467I), Nogah (H5052) and Jerimoth (H3406N) Also named: Daueid, Dauid, Dabid (Δαυείδ, Δαυίδ, Δαβίδ "David" G1138) § David = "beloved" youngest son of Jesse and second king of Israel
Usage: Occurs in 912 OT verses. KJV: David. See also: Ruth 4:17; 1 Samuel 20:41; 1 Samuel 27:9.
עַבְדִּֽ/י
ʻebed
H5650
"servant/slave"
N-ms | Suff
This word refers to a servant or slave, often in the context of serving God or a human master. It can also describe a prophet or Levite. The KJV translates it as bondage, bondman, or servant.
Definition: 1) slave, servant 1a) slave, servant, man-servant 1b) subjects 1c) servants, worshippers (of God) 1d) servant (in special sense as prophets, Levites etc) 1e) servant (of Israel) 1f) servant (as form of address between equals) Aramaic equivalent: a.vad (עֲבַד "servant/slave" H5649)
Usage: Occurs in 714 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] bondage, bondman, (bond-) servant, (man-) servant. See also: Genesis 9:25; Exodus 11:3; 1 Samuel 8:16.
Study Notes — Psalms 89:4
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 89:4 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 89:4
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 89:4
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 89:4
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 89:4
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 89:4
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 89:4
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 89:4
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 89:4
- Sermons on Psalms 89:4
Context — I Will Sing of His Love Forever
2For I have said, “Loving devotion is built up forever; in the heavens You establish Your faithfulness.”
3You said, “I have made a covenant with My chosen one, I have sworn to David My servant:
4‘I will establish your offspring forever and build up your throne for all generations.’” Selah
5The heavens praise Your wonders, O LORD— Your faithfulness as well— in the assembly of the holy ones. 6For who in the skies can compare with the LORD? Who among the heavenly beings is like the LORD?Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 2 Samuel 7:12–16 | And when your days are fulfilled and you rest with your fathers, I will raise up your descendant after you, who will come from your own body, and I will establish his kingdom. He will build a house for My Name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever. I will be his Father, and he will be My son. When he does wrong, I will discipline him with the rod of men and with the blows of the sons of men. But My loving devotion will never be removed from him as I removed it from Saul, whom I moved out of your way. Your house and kingdom will endure forever before Me, and your throne will be established forever.” |
| 2 | Luke 1:32–33 | He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give Him the throne of His father David, and He will reign over the house of Jacob forever. His kingdom will never end!” |
| 3 | Psalms 132:12 | If your sons keep My covenant and the testimony I will teach them, then their sons will also sit on your throne forever and ever.” |
| 4 | Romans 1:3–4 | regarding His Son, who was a descendant of David according to the flesh, and who through the Spirit of holiness was declared with power to be the Son of God by His resurrection from the dead: Jesus Christ our Lord. |
| 5 | Isaiah 9:6–7 | For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish and sustain it with justice and righteousness from that time and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of Hosts will accomplish this. |
| 6 | 1 Kings 9:5 | then I will establish your royal throne over Israel forever, as I promised your father David when I said, ‘You will never fail to have a man on the throne of Israel.’ |
| 7 | 1 Chronicles 17:10–14 | and have done since the day I appointed judges over My people Israel. And I will subdue all your enemies. Moreover, I declare to you that the LORD will build a house for you. And when your days are fulfilled and you go to be with your fathers, I will raise up your descendant after you, one of your own sons, and I will establish his kingdom. He will build a house for Me, and I will establish his throne forever. I will be his Father, and he will be My son. And I will never remove My loving devotion from him as I removed it from your predecessor. But I will set him over My house and My kingdom forever, and his throne will be established forever.” |
| 8 | 1 Chronicles 22:10 | He is the one who will build a house for My Name. He will be My son, and I will be his Father. And I will establish the throne of his kingdom over Israel forever.’ |
| 9 | Philippians 2:9–11 | Therefore God exalted Him to the highest place and gave Him the name above all names, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. |
| 10 | Psalms 72:17 | May his name endure forever; may his name continue as long as the sun shines. In him may all nations be blessed; may they call him blessed. |
Psalms 89:4 Summary
This verse is a promise from God to King David that his descendants will rule forever and his throne will be established for all time. This means that God is committed to keeping His promises, no matter what, as we see in Psalms 36:5. It's a reminder that God's plans are bigger than our own and that He is always faithful, as seen in Deuteronomy 7:9. Just like David, we can trust God's promises and know that He will always be with us, guiding and directing us, as promised in Matthew 28:20.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the meaning of 'offspring' in Psalms 89:4?
The term 'offspring' refers to the descendants or heirs of King David, emphasizing God's promise to establish his royal lineage forever, as also seen in 2 Samuel 7:12-13.
How does this verse relate to the covenant with David?
This verse is a direct quote from God's covenant with David, where He promises to establish David's throne for all generations, highlighting God's faithfulness to His promises, as seen in Psalms 89:3 and 1 Kings 2:4.
What is the significance of the phrase 'for all generations'?
The phrase 'for all generations' underscores God's eternal plan and commitment to David's dynasty, ensuring that his throne will endure forever, which is also reflected in Jeremiah 33:17.
How does this verse impact our understanding of God's faithfulness?
This verse demonstrates God's unwavering commitment to His promises, as seen in Deuteronomy 7:9, and highlights His faithfulness to those who trust in Him, which is a recurring theme throughout the Bible, including in Psalms 36:5.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to you that God establishes His promises forever, and how can you apply this to your own life?
- How does the concept of God's eternal throne impact your perspective on earthly kingdoms and rulers?
- In what ways can you trust God's faithfulness in your own life, just as David trusted God's promises?
- What does this verse reveal about God's character, and how can you worship Him in response?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 89:4
Thy seed will I establish for ever,.... Meaning not the natural seed of David, at least not only them; whose family was indeed preserved, though in very low circumstances, until the Messiah came, who
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 89:4
I have made a covenant with my chosen, I have sworn unto David my servant, I have made a covenant with my chosen, I have sworn unto David, my servant, Thy seed will I establish for ever.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 89:4
I will perpetuate the kingdom to thy posterity; which was promised upon condition, and was literally and fully accomplished in Christ, who was of the seed of David.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 89:4
Psalms 89:4 Thy seed will I establish for ever, and build up thy throne to all generations. Selah.Ver. 4. Thy seed will I establish for ever] David’ s for a long time, but Christ’ s for ever and aye. And build up thy throne to all generations] Christ’ s kingdom hath no end, Isaiah 9:7 Luke 1:33. This is very comfortable. The Jews understanding this promise of David’ s kingdom, have oft attempted the restoration of it; but in vain, and to the ruin of their nation.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 89:4
Verse 4. Thy seed will I establish for ever, and build up thy throne to all generations.] And this covenant had most incontestably Jesus Christ in view. This is the seed, or posterity, that should sit on the throne, and reign for ever and ever. David and his family are long since become extinct; none of his race has sat on the Jewish throne for more than two thousand years: but the Christ has reigned invariably since that time, and will reign till all his enemies are put under his feet; and to this the psalmist says Selah. It will be so, it is so; and it cannot be otherwise; for the Lord hath sworn that he shall have an everlasting kingdom, as he has an everlasting priesthood.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 89:4
1–4. The Psalmist states his theme: the lovingkindness and faithfulness of Jehovah, which he is persuaded can never fail; and the promise of eternal dominion to the house of David.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 89:4
Thy seed will I establish for ever - Thy children; thy posterity. The reference is to his successors on the throne.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 89:4
4. Build up thy throne—The figure of a building carries the idea of prosperity and permanency. To all generations—The phrase is parallel to òåìí, (‘olam,) eternity, in the previous sentence.
Sermons on Psalms 89:4
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Ministry to the Lord by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher discusses two types of preachers and churches. He refers to the Abiyathar priesthood and the Zedok priesthood from the story in 1 Samuel. The preacher |
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How Is It That God Desires to Be With Man? by Bob Jennings | This sermon reflects on the preciousness of Scripture, focusing on John 17 where Jesus expresses His desire for believers to be with Him and behold His glory in Heaven. It emphasiz |
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Introduction: The Messianic Psalms (2) by Chip Brogden | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the revelation of Christ in the life of David. The sermon begins with a prayer, asking God to illuminate the understanding of the listeners a |
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(1 Samuel) Winning Back More Than You Lost by David Guzik | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on a story from the Bible about David and his 400 men. Despite being on a mission from God to pursue the Amalekites, David and his men come acro |
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The Holy Spirit: "Sovereign Lord and Life-Giver" by Greg Herrick | Greg Herrick preaches on the Spirit's ministry, emphasizing the fulfillment of Old Testament promises through the Abrahamic, Davidic, and New Covenants. The coming of the Spirit is |
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Lecture Three—trinitarianism or Theology Proper by Greg Herrick | Greg Herrick delves into Trinitarianism, exploring the study of the triune God, which includes rational arguments for God's existence, the attributes of God, the Names of God, the |
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Jesus' Birth Foretold to Mary Luke 1:26-56 by David Servant | David Servant preaches about the miraculous conception of Jesus through Mary, a teenager at the time, by the Holy Spirit, making Jesus 100% human and 100% God. Despite Jesus not ru |