Psalms 89:45
Psalms 89:45 in Multiple Translations
You have cut short the days of his youth; You have covered him with shame. Selah
The days of his youth hast thou shortened: thou hast covered him with shame. Selah.
The days of his youth hast thou shortened: Thou hast covered him with shame. [Selah
You have made him old before his time; he is covered with shame. (Selah.)
You have made him grow old before his time; you have totally humiliated him. Selah.
The dayes of his youth hast thou shortned, and couered him with shame. Selah.
Thou hast shortened the days of his youth, Hast covered him over [with] shame. Selah.
You have shortened the days of his youth. You have covered him with shame. Selah.
The days of his youth hast thou shortened: thou hast covered him with shame. Selah.
You have caused him to look old when he is still young and caused him to be very shamed/disgraced. (Think about that!)
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 89:45
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Psalms 89:45 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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הִשְׁבַּ֥תָּ
מִ/טְּהָר֑/וֹ
וְ֝/כִסְא֗/וֹ
לָ/אָ֥רֶץ
מִגַּֽרְתָּה
הִשְׁבַּ֥תָּ
shâbath
H7673
to cease
V-Hiphil-Perf-2ms
מִ/טְּהָר֑/וֹ
ṭôhar
H2892
purity
Prep | N-ms | Suff
וְ֝/כִסְא֗/וֹ
kiççêʼ
H3678
throne
Conj | N-ms | Suff
לָ/אָ֥רֶץ
ʼerets
H776
land
Prep | N-cs
מִגַּֽרְתָּה
mâgar
H4048
to cast
V-Piel-Perf-2ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 89:45
הִשְׁבַּ֥תָּ
shâbath
H7673
"to cease"
V-Hiphil-Perf-2ms
To keep the Sabbath means to rest and stop working, as commanded by God in the book of Exodus. This Hebrew word is used to describe the act of observing the Sabbath day, and is an important part of Jewish tradition and worship.
Definition: 1) to cease, desist, rest 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to cease 1a2) to rest, desist (from labour) 1b) (Niphal) to cease 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to cease, put an end to 1c2) to exterminate, destroy 1c3) to cause to desist from 1c4) to remove 1c5) to cause to fail
Usage: Occurs in 67 OT verses. KJV: (cause to, let, make to) cease, celebrate, cause (make) to fail, keep (sabbath), suffer to be lacking, leave, put away (down), (make to) rest, rid, still, take away. See also: Genesis 2:2; Isaiah 14:4; Psalms 8:3.
מִ/טְּהָר֑/וֹ
ṭôhar
H2892
"purity"
Prep | N-ms | Suff
This word refers to brightness or purification, often used to describe ceremonial cleansing in the Bible. It appears in Exodus and Leviticus, where God's glory and clearness are described, and in Psalm 119, where the psalmist talks about the clearness of God's laws.
Definition: 1) purity, purification, purifying 1a) purity 1b) purifying
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: clearness, glory, purifying. See also: Exodus 24:10; Psalms 89:45.
וְ֝/כִסְא֗/וֹ
kiççêʼ
H3678
"throne"
Conj | N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, this word means a throne, symbolizing a seat of power or authority, often canopied or covered. It is used to describe the throne of God or a king, representing royal dignity and power.
Definition: 1) seat (of honour), throne, seat, stool 1a) seat (of honour), throne 1b) royal dignity, authority, power (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 124 OT verses. KJV: seat, stool, throne. See also: Genesis 41:40; 2 Chronicles 23:20; Psalms 9:5.
לָ/אָ֥רֶץ
ʼerets
H776
"land"
Prep | 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.
מִגַּֽרְתָּה
mâgar
H4048
"to cast"
V-Piel-Perf-2ms
The Hebrew word means to throw or cast something, and is used to describe being thrown down or overpowered. It is translated as cast down or terror in the KJV.
Definition: 1) to throw, cast, toss 1a) (Qal) to be thrown 1b) (Piel) to hurl Aramaic equivalent: me.gar (מְגַר "to overthrow" H4049)
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: cast down, terror. See also: Psalms 89:45; Ezekiel 21:17.
Study Notes — Psalms 89:45
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- Psalms 89:45 Summary
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 89:45
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 89:45
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 89:45
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 89:45
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 89:45
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 89:45
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 89:45
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 89:45
- Sermons on Psalms 89:45
Context — I Will Sing of His Love Forever
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? 47Remember the briefness of my lifespan! For what futility You have created all men!Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 109:29 | May my accusers be clothed with disgrace; may they wear their shame like a robe. |
| 2 | Psalms 44:15 | All day long my disgrace is before me, and shame has covered my face, |
| 3 | Micah 7:10 | Then my enemy will see and will be covered with shame— she who said to me, “Where is the LORD your God?” My eyes will see her; at that time she will be trampled like mud in the streets. |
| 4 | Psalms 102:23 | He has broken my strength on the way; He has cut short my days. |
| 5 | Isaiah 63:18 | For a short while Your people possessed Your holy place, but our enemies have trampled Your sanctuary. |
| 6 | Psalms 89:28–29 | I will forever preserve My loving devotion for him, and My covenant with him will stand fast. I will establish his line forever, his throne as long as the heavens endure. |
| 7 | 2 Chronicles 10:19 | So to this day Israel has been in rebellion against the house of David. |
| 8 | Psalms 71:13 | May the accusers of my soul be ashamed and consumed; may those who seek my harm be covered with scorn and disgrace. |
Psalms 89:45 Summary
Psalms 89:45 tells us that God can cut short the days of our youth and cover us with shame, which means our lives can be shortened or we can experience hardship if we don't follow Him. This reminds us to use the time we have wisely, as mentioned in Ephesians 5:16, and to seek forgiveness when we sin, as promised in 1 John 1:9. It's a call to live a life that honors God, making the most of every moment, and trusting in His goodness and love, even when we face challenges or hardships, knowing that He works all things for our good as in Romans 8:28.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to have one's days cut short in Psalms 89:45?
Having one's days cut short refers to a life being shortened or ended prematurely, often due to God's judgment or discipline, as seen in Psalms 89:45 and also in Deuteronomy 31:14 where Moses' life was shortened due to disobedience.
Why would God cover someone with shame as mentioned in Psalms 89:45?
God covers someone with shame as a form of judgment or correction, as seen in Psalms 89:45, and also in Jeremiah 51:51 where the prophet speaks of shame as a result of sin, highlighting the importance of repentance and seeking forgiveness as in 1 John 1:9.
How does this verse relate to the concept of youth and its fleeting nature?
This verse, Psalms 89:45, reminds us that youth is fleeting and can be cut short, emphasizing the importance of living a life that honors God, as mentioned in Ecclesiastes 12:1, and making the most of the time we have, as encouraged in Ephesians 5:16.
What is the significance of the word 'Selah' at the end of Psalms 89:45?
The word 'Selah' is a Hebrew term that indicates a pause or a moment of reflection, inviting the reader to stop and ponder the significance of what has just been said, as seen in Psalms 3:2 and throughout the Psalms, encouraging meditation and contemplation on God's Word.
Reflection Questions
- How do I respond when I feel my life or plans are being cut short, and what does this verse teach me about trusting God in such times?
- In what ways can I honor God with the time and youth I have, making the most of every opportunity as encouraged in Ephesians 5:16?
- What are some areas in my life where I may be experiencing shame, and how can I seek God's forgiveness and restoration as promised in 1 John 1:9?
- How does this verse influence my perspective on the fleeting nature of life, and what changes can I make to prioritize what truly matters to God?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 89:45
The days of his youth hast thou shortened,.... His days of joy and pleasure; such as days of youth are, in opposition to the days of old age, which are evil, Ecclesiastes 11:9, these were shortened
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 89:45
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.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 89:45
The youthful and flourishing estate of David’ s kingdom was very short, and reached not beyond his next successor, and it hath been languishing by degrees till this time, when it seems to be dead and buried.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 89:45
Psalms 89:45 The days of his youth hast thou shortened: thou hast covered him with shame. Selah.Ver. 45. The days of his youth hast thou shortened] Thou hast nipped him in the bud, snatched him away by an untimely end, as a young man is sometimes in his prime and pride. Thou hast covered him with shame. Selah] Thou hast wrapped him up in the winding sheet of shame. Lord, this is true.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 89:45
Verse 45. The days of his youth hast thou shortened] Our kings have not reigned half their days, nor lived out half their lives. The four last kings of Judea reigned but a short time, and either died by the sword or in captivity. Jehoahaz reigned only three months, and was led captive to Egypt, where he died. Jehoiakim reigned only eleven years, and was tributary to the Chaldeans, who put him to death, and cast his body into the common sewer. Jehoiachin reigned three months and ten days, and was led captive to Babylon, where he continued in prison to the time of Evilmerodach, who, though he loosed him from prison, never invested him with any power. Zedekiah, the last of all, had reigned only eleven years when he was taken, his eyes put out, was loaded with chains, and thus carried to Babylon. Most of these kings died a violent and premature death. Thus the days of their youth-of their power, dignity, and life, were shortened, and they themselves covered with shame. Selah; so it most incontestably is.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 89:45
45. He is prematurely old. Cp. Psalms 102:23. The words might be figuratively applied to the nation (Hosea 7:9), or to the kingdom, prematurely brought to an end: but it is more natural to regard them as referring to the king himself. Jehoiachin was but 18 (2 Kings 24:8), or according to 2 Chronicles 36:9, only 8 years old, when he came to the throne, and he reigned only three months and ten days. The prime of his life was spent in exile, apparently in actual confinement in which he was literally ‘clothed with dishonour’ (2 Kings 25:29).
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 89:45
The days of his youth hast thou shortened - This does not mean that he had shortened his life, but that he had abbreviated the period of his vigor, his hope, and his prosperity; instead of
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 89:45
45. Days of his youth hast thou shortened—Contrast Psalms 4:29-36. In fine, every specification of the covenant seems annulled by the present disastrous state of the nation.
Sermons on Psalms 89:45
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Sanctification by Thomas Watson | Thomas Watson preaches about the importance, nature, counterfeits, necessity, signs, pursuit, inducements, and attainment of sanctification. He emphasizes that sanctification is th |
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Machpelah, and Its First Tenant by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer reflects on the profound grief of Abraham following the death of Sarah, emphasizing the deep bond they shared over their long life together. He highlights Abraham's tear |
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Walking in the Power of the New Convenant by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher explores the story of Isaac sending his son Jacob on a journey with nothing, despite being a wealthy man. The preacher questions why a rich father woul |
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Joash the Boy King by C.I. Scofield | C.I. Scofield delves into the story of Athaliah's wicked reign, highlighting the evil deed of destroying her own grandchildren and the wise measures taken by Jehoiada to protect Jo |