Psalms 89:44
Psalms 89:44 in Multiple Translations
You have ended his splendor and cast his throne to the ground.
Thou hast made his glory to cease, and cast his throne down to the ground.
Thou hast made his brightness to cease, And cast his throne down to the ground.
You have put an end to his glory: the seat of his kingdom has been levelled to the earth.
You took away his glory; you threw his throne to the ground.
Thou hast caused his dignitie to decay, and cast his throne to the ground.
Hast caused [him] to cease from his brightness, And his throne to the earth hast cast down.
You have ended his splendor, and thrown his throne down to the ground.
Thou hast made his glory to cease, and cast his throne down to the ground.
You have caused his splendor to end (OR, You have taken away his power by knocking his throne to the ground.
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Psalms 89:44 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אַף
תָּ֭שִׁיב
צ֣וּר
חַרְבּ֑/וֹ
וְ/לֹ֥א
הֲ֝קֵימֹת֗/וֹ
בַּ/מִּלְחָמָֽה
אַף
ʼaph
H637
also
DirObjM
תָּ֭שִׁיב
shûwb
H7725
to return
V-Hiphil-Imperf-2ms
צ֣וּר
tsûwr
H6697
rock
N-ms
חַרְבּ֑/וֹ
chereb
H2719
sword
N-fs | Suff
וְ/לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Conj | Part
הֲ֝קֵימֹת֗/וֹ
qûwm
H6965
-kamai
V-Hiphil-Perf-2ms | Suff
בַּ/מִּלְחָמָֽה
milchâmâh
H4421
battle
Prep | N-fs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 89:44
אַף
ʼaph
H637
"also"
DirObjM
The Hebrew word for 'also' or 'addition', used to connect ideas or show a relationship between them, as seen in Genesis and Exodus. It can also mean 'though' or 'yet', indicating a contrast. This word is often used to add emphasis or provide more information.
Definition: conj (denoting addition, esp of something greater) 1) also, yea, though, so much the more adv 2) furthermore, indeed Aramaic equivalent: aph (אַף "also" H0638)
Usage: Occurs in 123 OT verses. KJV: also, [phrase] although, and (furthermore, yet), but, even, [phrase] how much less (more, rather than), moreover, with, yea. See also: Genesis 3:1; Psalms 16:6; Psalms 16:7.
תָּ֭שִׁיב
shûwb
H7725
"to return"
V-Hiphil-Imperf-2ms
This Hebrew word means to return or turn back, and can be used literally or figuratively. It is often used to describe someone returning to God or repenting from sin, as seen in the book of Psalms and the prophets.
Definition: : return 1) to return, turn back 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to turn back, return 1a1a) to turn back 1a1b) to return, come or go back 1a1c) to return unto, go back, come back 1a1d) of dying 1a1e) of human relations (fig) 1a1f) of spiritual relations (fig) 1a1f1) to turn back (from God), apostatise 1a1f2) to turn away (of God) 1a1f3) to turn back (to God), repent 1a1f4) turn back (from evil) 1a1g) of inanimate things 1a1h) in repetition 1b) (Polel) 1b1) to bring back 1b2) to restore, refresh, repair (fig) 1b3) to lead away (enticingly) 1b4) to show turning, apostatise 1c) (Pual) restored (participle) 1d) (Hiphil) to cause to return, bring back 1d1) to bring back, allow to return, put back, draw back, give back, restore, relinquish, give in payment 1d2) to bring back, refresh, restore 1d3) to bring back, report to, answer 1d4) to bring back, make requital, pay (as recompense) 1d5) to turn back or backward, repel, defeat, repulse, hinder, reject, refuse 1d6) to turn away (face), turn toward 1d7) to turn against 1d8) to bring back to mind 1d9) to show a turning away 1d10) to reverse, revoke 1e) (Hophal) to be returned, be restored, be brought back 1f) (Pulal) brought back
Usage: Occurs in 953 OT verses. KJV: ((break, build, circumcise, dig, do anything, do evil, feed, lay down, lie down, lodge, make, rejoice, send, take, weep)) [idiom] again, (cause to) answer ([phrase] again), [idiom] in any case (wise), [idiom] at all, averse, bring (again, back, home again), call (to mind), carry again (back), cease, [idiom] certainly, come again (back), [idiom] consider, [phrase] continually, convert, deliver (again), [phrase] deny, draw back, fetch home again, [idiom] fro, get (oneself) (back) again, [idiom] give (again), go again (back, home), (go) out, hinder, let, (see) more, [idiom] needs, be past, [idiom] pay, pervert, pull in again, put (again, up again), recall, recompense, recover, refresh, relieve, render (again), requite, rescue, restore, retrieve, (cause to, make to) return, reverse, reward, [phrase] say nay, send back, set again, slide back, still, [idiom] surely, take back (off), (cause to, make to) turn (again, self again, away, back, back again, backward, from, off), withdraw. See also: Genesis 3:19; Numbers 8:25; Judges 8:13.
צ֣וּר
tsûwr
H6697
"rock"
N-ms
A rock or boulder, often used to describe God as a refuge, like in Psalm 18:2.
Definition: 1) rock, cliff 1a) rocky wall, cliff 1b) rock (with flat surface) 1c) block of stone, boulder 1d) rock (specific) 1e) rock (of God) 1f) rock (of heathen gods) n pr dei 1g) Rock Aramaic equivalent: tur (טוּר "mountain" H2906)
Usage: Occurs in 74 OT verses. KJV: edge, [idiom] (mighty) God (one), rock, [idiom] sharp, stone, [idiom] strength, [idiom] strong. See also H1049 (בֵּית צוּר). See also: Exodus 17:6; Psalms 28:1; Psalms 18:3.
חַרְבּ֑/וֹ
chereb
H2719
"sword"
N-fs | Suff
A sword or cutting instrument is what this Hebrew word refers to, including knives and tools for cutting stone. It is used in the Bible to describe weapons and sharp objects.
Definition: 1) sword, knife 1a) sword 1b) knife 1c) tools for cutting stone
Usage: Occurs in 372 OT verses. KJV: axe, dagger, knife, mattock, sword, tool. See also: Genesis 3:24; 2 Samuel 2:16; Psalms 7:13.
וְ/לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Conj | Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
הֲ֝קֵימֹת֗/וֹ
qûwm
H6965
"-kamai"
V-Hiphil-Perf-2ms | Suff
Qum means to rise or stand up, used in various contexts like rising to power or standing firm, as seen in Jeremiah and Ezra.
Definition: Combined with lev (לֵב "Leb" H3820B) § -Kamai = "my adversary" Leb-kamai, i.e., people of Gambulai
Usage: Occurs in 596 OT verses. KJV: abide, accomplish, [idiom] be clearer, confirm, continue, decree, [idiom] be dim, endure, [idiom] enemy, enjoin, get up, make good, help, hold, (help to) lift up (again), make, [idiom] but newly, ordain, perform, pitch, raise (up), rear (up), remain, (a-) rise (up) (again, against), rouse up, set (up), (e-) stablish, (make to) stand (up), stir up, strengthen, succeed, (as-, make) sure(-ly), (be) up(-hold, -rising). See also: Genesis 4:8; Numbers 30:13; Ruth 4:10.
בַּ/מִּלְחָמָֽה
milchâmâh
H4421
"battle"
Prep | N-fs
This word means battle or war, describing a fight or conflict. It is used in the Bible to talk about wars and battles, like the ones in the book of Joshua. The KJV translates it as battle or fight.
Definition: battle, war
Usage: Occurs in 308 OT verses. KJV: battle, fight(-ing), war(-rior). See also: Genesis 14:2; 1 Samuel 30:24; 2 Chronicles 13:14.
Study Notes — Psalms 89:44
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 89:44 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 89:44
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 89:44
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 89:44
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 89:44
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 89:44
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 89:44
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 89:44
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 89:44
- Sermons on Psalms 89:44
Context — I Will Sing of His Love Forever
42You have exalted the right hand of his foes; You have made all his enemies rejoice.
43You have bent the edge of his sword and have not sustained him in battle.
44You have ended his splendor and cast his throne to the ground.
45You have cut short the days of his youth; You have covered him with shame. Selah 46How long, O LORD? Will You hide Yourself forever? Will Your wrath keep burning like fire?Cross References
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| 1 | Lamentations 4:1–2 | How the gold has become tarnished, the pure gold has become dull! The gems of the temple lie scattered on every street corner. How the precious sons of Zion, once worth their weight in pure gold, are now esteemed as jars of clay, the work of a potter’s hands! |
| 2 | 2 Thessalonians 2:3–10 | Let no one deceive you in any way, for it will not come until the rebellion occurs and the man of lawlessness—the son of destruction—is revealed. He will oppose and exalt himself above every so-called god or object of worship. So he will seat himself in the temple of God, proclaiming himself to be God. Do you not remember that I told you these things while I was still with you? And you know what is now restraining him, so that he may be revealed at the proper time. For the mystery of lawlessness is already at work, but the one who now restrains it will continue until he is taken out of the way. And then the lawless one will be revealed, whom the Lord Jesus will slay with the breath of His mouth and annihilate by the majesty of His arrival. The coming of the lawless one will be accompanied by the working of Satan, with every kind of power, sign, and false wonder, and with every wicked deception directed against those who are perishing, because they refused the love of the truth that would have saved them. |
| 3 | Psalms 89:39 | You have renounced the covenant with Your servant and sullied his crown in the dust. |
| 4 | 1 Samuel 4:21–22 | And she named the boy Ichabod, saying, “The glory has departed from Israel,” because the ark of God had been captured and her father-in-law and her husband had been killed. “The glory has departed from Israel,” she said, “for the ark of God has been captured.” |
| 5 | 1 Kings 14:25–28 | In the fifth year of Rehoboam’s reign, Shishak king of Egypt came up and attacked Jerusalem. He seized the treasures of the house of the LORD and of the royal palace. He took everything, including all the gold shields that Solomon had made. Then King Rehoboam made bronze shields in their place and committed them to the care of the captains of the guard on duty at the entrance to the royal palace. And whenever the king entered the house of the LORD, the guards would bear the shields, and later they would return them to the guardroom. |
| 6 | Daniel 7:20–25 | I also wanted to know about the ten horns on its head and the other horn that came up, before which three of them fell—the horn whose appearance was more imposing than the others, with eyes and with a mouth that spoke words of arrogance. As I watched, this horn was waging war against the saints and prevailing against them, until the Ancient of Days arrived and pronounced judgment in favor of the saints of the Most High, and the time came for them to possess the kingdom. This is what he said: ‘The fourth beast is a fourth kingdom that will appear on the earth, different from all the other kingdoms, and it will devour the whole earth, trample it down, and crush it. And the ten horns are ten kings who will rise from this kingdom. After them another king, different from the earlier ones, will rise and subdue three kings. He will speak out against the Most High and oppress the saints of the Most High, intending to change the appointed times and laws; and the saints will be given into his hand for a time, and times, and half a time. |
| 7 | 1 Kings 12:16–20 | When all Israel saw that the king had refused to listen to them, they answered the king: “What portion do we have in David, and what inheritance in the son of Jesse? To your tents, O Israel! Look now to your own house, O David!” So the Israelites went home, but Rehoboam still reigned over the Israelites living in the cities of Judah. Then King Rehoboam sent out Adoram, who was in charge of the forced labor, but all Israel stoned him to death. And King Rehoboam mounted his chariot in haste and escaped to Jerusalem. So to this day Israel has been in rebellion against the house of David. When all Israel heard that Jeroboam had returned, they summoned him to the assembly and made him king over all Israel. Only the tribe of Judah followed the house of David. |
Psalms 89:44 Summary
[Psalms 89:44 tells us that God has the power to take away the glory and honor of even the most powerful leaders, just like He did with King Saul in 1 Samuel 15:23. This is a reminder that all earthly glory is temporary and can be taken away by God at any moment. When we become too proud or self-sufficient, God may choose to humble us, as He did with King Nebuchadnezzar in Daniel 4:31. By staying humble and dependent on God, we can avoid having our own 'throne' cast to the ground.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to 'end his splendor' in Psalms 89:44?
This phrase suggests that God has allowed the glory and honor of the king to come to an end, much like how He allowed the glory of Saul to fade in 1 Samuel 15:23. This is a reminder that all earthly glory is fleeting and can be taken away by God.
Why would God cast the king's throne to the ground?
This act is a symbol of God's judgment and removal of the king's authority, similar to how He removed King Nebuchadnezzar from power in Daniel 4:31. It serves as a warning to leaders and individuals alike to remain humble and dependent on God.
Is this verse talking about a specific king or is it more general?
While the verse does not specify a particular king, the context of Psalms 89 suggests that it may be referring to the Davidic king, whose throne and splendor were promised to be established forever in 2 Samuel 7:16. However, the principles and warnings in this verse can be applied to any leader or individual who has been given authority by God.
How can we apply this verse to our own lives?
This verse reminds us that our own strength, glory, and authority are all subject to God's sovereignty, as stated in Proverbs 21:1. We must remain humble and acknowledge our dependence on Him, lest we suffer a similar fate to the king in this verse.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I have allowed my own 'splendor' to become more important than my relationship with God?
- How can I ensure that my own 'throne' is not cast to the ground by God, and what are some warning signs that I may be in danger of this happening?
- In what ways can I cultivate a sense of humility and dependence on God, even in the midst of success or prosperity?
- How does the promise of 2 Samuel 7:16 relate to the situation described in Psalms 89:44, and what does this reveal about God's character and plans?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 89:44
Thou hast made his glory to cease,.... The glory of his deity, though it did not properly cease, yet it seemed to do so, being covered, and out of sight, and seen but by a very few, while he appeared
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 89:44
But thou hast cast off and abhorred, thou hast been wroth with thine anointed. -The people of the covenant contrast the sad state of things actually with what the covenant seemed to promise. Similarly in Psalms 44:9. Verse 38.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 89:44
Psalms 89:44 Thou hast made his glory to cease, and cast his throne down to the ground.Ver. 44. Thou hast made his glory to cease] Heb. his brightness, the splendent glory and dignity of the kingdom. Some understand it of the priesthood, and the following words of the kingdom.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 89:44
(44) Thou hast . . .—Literally, Thou hast made to cease from his brightness—i.e., the brightness of the sun, promised in Psalms 89:36. To the ground.—From being as the sun in heaven.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 89:44
Verse 44. Thou hast made his glory to cease] The kingly dignity is destroyed, and there is neither king nor throne remaining.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 89:44
44. his glory] R.V. his brightness: the lustre of his kingdom.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 89:44
Thou hast made his glory to cease - Margin,” brightness.” Luther, “Thou destroyest his purity.” The original word means brightness, sp endour.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 89:44
44. Made his glory to cease, etc.—Contrast Psalms 89:24-27
Sermons on Psalms 89:44
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Has the Church Lost It's Luster? by Derek Melton | Derek Melton preaches on the dimming of the Church's glory, likening it to the fading of gold's luster in Lamentations 4:1. He highlights the shift from fervent prayer to worldly s |
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(Costa Rica) Another Gospel by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of discerning false teachings and being cautious of preachers who mix the gospel with harmful messages. He shares a story abo |
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Jude #1 Ch. 1:1-4 Introduction by Chuck Missler | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the book of Jude and its purpose. He explains that Jude had to write this book because there were false teachers infiltrating the church. Th |
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The Great and Final Apostasy by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher expresses his concern about the state of the church of Jesus Christ and its departure from its foundational principles. He draws a parallel between the |
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Apostasy/healing/prosperity? by Zac Poonen | This sermon delves into 2 Thessalonians chapter 2, emphasizing the warning about the last days and the deception that will lead many Christians astray. It highlights the danger of |
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(The Missing Messages in Today's Christianity) 7. Being Protected From Deception, Ourselves by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of living in fear and seeking God's light to protect ourselves from deception. He warns that even genuine believers can become |
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The Great Apostasy by Paris Reidhead | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding the principles of the word of God in order to comprehend what is happening in the world around us. He encoura |