Psalms 92:9

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Psalms 92:9 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

For surely Your enemies, O LORD, surely Your enemies will perish; all evildoers will be scattered.

King James Version KJV

For, lo, thine enemies, O LORD, for, lo, thine enemies shall perish; all the workers of iniquity shall be scattered.

American Standard Version ASV

For, lo, thine enemies, O Jehovah, For, lo, thine enemies shall perish; All the workers of iniquity shall be scattered.

Bible in Basic English BBE

For see! your haters, O Lord, will be put to death; all the workers of evil will be put to flight;

Free Bible Version FBV

Your enemies, Lord, your enemies will die; everyone who does evil will be destroyed!

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

For loe, thine enemies, O Lord: for loe, thine enemies shall perish: all the workers of iniquitie shall be destroyed.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

For, lo, Thine enemies, O Jehovah, For, lo, Thine enemies, do perish, Separate themselves do all workers of iniquity.

World English Bible WEB

For behold, your enemies, LORD, for behold, your enemies shall perish. All the evildoers will be scattered.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

For lo, thy enemies, O LORD, for lo, thy enemies shall perish; all the workers of iniquity shall be scattered.

Translation for Translators T4T

Yahweh, your enemies will certainly die, and those who do wicked things will be defeated/scattered.

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Psalms 92:9 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וְ/אַתָּ֥ה מָר֗וֹם לְ/עֹלָ֥ם יְהוָֽה

וְ/אַתָּ֥ה ʼattâh H859 you(m.s.) Conj | Pron

מָר֗וֹם mârôwm H4791 height N-ms

לְ/עֹלָ֥ם ʻôwlâm H5769 forever Prep | N-ms

יְהוָֽה Yᵉhôvâh H3068 The Lord N-proper

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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 92:9

וְ/אַתָּ֥ה ʼattâh H859 "you(m.s.)" Conj | Pron

You is the translation of a Hebrew word used to address someone directly, like when God says you to someone in the Bible. It can be singular or plural, and is often translated as thee, thou, or ye.

Definition: you (second pers. sing. masc.)

Usage: Occurs in 997 OT verses. KJV: thee, thou, ye, you. See also: Genesis 3:11; Exodus 23:9; Deuteronomy 14:1.

מָר֗וֹם mârôwm H4791 "height" N-ms

This word refers to a high or elevated place, either physically or figuratively. It can describe a location, such as a mountain, or a state of being, like pride or haughtiness. It is used in various books of the Bible.

Definition: 1) height 1a) height, elevation, elevated place 1a1) in a high place (adv) 1b) height 1c) proudly (adv) 1d) of nobles (fig.)

Usage: Occurs in 52 OT verses. KJV: (far) above, dignity, haughty, height, (most, on) high (one, place), loftily, upward. See also: Judges 5:18; Isaiah 22:16; Psalms 7:8.

לְ/עֹלָ֥ם ʻôwlâm H5769 "forever" Prep | N-ms

This word means forever or always, describing something that lasts an eternity. It is used in the Bible to describe God's eternal nature and his lasting promises.

Definition: : old/ancient 1) long duration, antiquity, futurity, for ever, ever, everlasting, evermore, perpetual, old, ancient, world 1a) ancient time, long time (of past) 1b) (of future) 1b1) for ever, always 1b2) continuous existence, perpetual 1b3) everlasting, indefinite or unending future, eternity

Usage: Occurs in 413 OT verses. KJV: alway(-s), ancient (time), any more, continuance, eternal, (for, (n-)) ever(-lasting, -more, of old), lasting, long (time), (of) old (time), perpetual, at any time, (beginning of the) world ([phrase] without end). Compare H5331 (נֶצַח), H5703 (עַד). See also: Genesis 3:22; 1 Kings 8:13; Psalms 5:12.

יְהוָֽה Yᵉhôvâh H3068 "The Lord" N-proper

Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.

Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)

Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.

Study Notes — Psalms 92:9

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Psalms 92:9 Summary
Frequently Asked Questions
Reflection Questions
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 92:9
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 92:9
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 92:9
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 92:9
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 92:9
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 92:9
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 92:9
Sermons on Psalms 92:9

Context — How Great Are Your Works!

7that though the wicked sprout like grass, and all evildoers flourish, they will be forever destroyed. 8But You, O LORD, are exalted forever!

9For surely Your enemies, O LORD, surely Your enemies will perish; all evildoers will be scattered.

10But You have exalted my horn like that of a wild ox; with fine oil I have been anointed. 11My eyes see the downfall of my enemies; my ears hear the wailing of my wicked foes.

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	Psalms 37:20	But the wicked and enemies of the LORD will perish like the glory of the fields. They will vanish; like smoke they will fade away.
2	Psalms 89:10	You crushed Rahab like a carcass; You scattered Your enemies with Your mighty arm.
3	2 Thessalonians 1:7–9	and to grant relief to you who are oppressed and to us as well. This will take place when the Lord Jesus is revealed from heaven with His mighty angels in blazing fire, inflicting vengeance on those who do not know God and do not obey the gospel of our Lord Jesus. They will suffer the penalty of eternal destruction, separated from the presence of the Lord and the glory of His might,
4	Psalms 68:1–2	God arises. His enemies are scattered, and those who hate Him flee His presence. As smoke is blown away, You will drive them out; as wax melts before the fire, the wicked will perish in the presence of God.
5	Matthew 7:23	Then I will tell them plainly, ‘I never knew you; depart from Me, you workers of lawlessness!’
6	Psalms 21:8–9	Your hand will apprehend all Your enemies; Your right hand will seize those who hate You. You will place them in a fiery furnace at the time of Your appearing. In His wrath the LORD will engulf them, and the fire will consume them.
7	Psalms 1:4	Not so the wicked! For they are like chaff driven off by the wind.
8	Ezekiel 5:12	A third of your people will die by plague or be consumed by famine within you, a third will fall by the sword outside your walls, and a third I will scatter to every wind and unleash a sword behind them.
9	Leviticus 26:33	But I will scatter you among the nations and will draw out a sword after you as your land becomes desolate and your cities are laid waste.
10	Psalms 68:30	Rebuke the beast in the reeds, the herd of bulls among the calves of the nations, until it submits, bringing bars of silver. Scatter the nations who delight in war.

Psalms 92:9 Summary

[This verse reminds us that God is all-powerful and just, and He will ultimately defeat all those who oppose Him. As it says in Psalms 37:28, God loves justice and will not abandon His saints. This means we can trust in God's goodness and power, even when things seem uncertain or difficult. By trusting in God's sovereignty, as seen in Isaiah 46:10, we can have confidence that He will accomplish all His purposes and bring about justice and righteousness.]

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean for God's enemies to perish?

This refers to the ultimate defeat and judgment of those who oppose God, as seen in Psalms 92:7 and Psalms 37:20, where it is written that the wicked will be destroyed and come to an end.

Why will all evildoers be scattered?

This is a result of God's judgment and justice, as stated in Psalms 92:7, where it says the wicked will be forever destroyed, and in Proverbs 10:29, which says the way of the LORD is a stronghold to the blameless, but destruction will come to the workers of iniquity.

How can we be certain of God's triumph over His enemies?

We can be certain because God is exalted forever, as stated in Psalms 92:8, and His power and sovereignty are undeniable, as seen in Isaiah 46:10, where God declares His plans will stand and He will accomplish all His purposes.

What is the significance of God's enemies perishing?

The perishing of God's enemies signifies the ultimate triumph of God's righteousness and justice, as stated in Psalms 37:28, where it says the LORD loves justice and will not abandon His saints, and in Revelation 20:15, which describes the final judgment of those whose names are not written in the Book of Life.

Reflection Questions

What are some ways I can trust in God's power and justice in my own life, especially when faced with opposition or evil?
How can I align my heart and actions with God's desire for justice and righteousness, as seen in this verse and throughout Scripture?
In what ways can I be a reflection of God's love and mercy to those around me, even to those who may be considered 'enemies' of God?
What does it mean for me to 'exalt' God in my daily life, and how can I practically live out this verse in my thoughts, words, and actions?

Gill's Exposition on Psalms 92:9

For, lo, thine enemies, O Lord,.... The particle "lo", or "behold", is not used for the sake of God, but for the sake of men; to excite their attention, and to observe unto them that those who are

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 92:9

For, lo, thine enemies, O LORD, for, lo, thine enemies shall perish; all the workers of iniquity shall be scattered. For, lo, thine enemies, O Lord, for, lo, thine enemies shall perish.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 92:9

He represents their destruction as present, and as certain, which the repetition of the words implies.

Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 92:9

Psalms 92:9 For, lo, thine enemies, O LORD, for, lo, thine enemies shall perish; all the workers of iniquity shall be scattered.Ver. 9. For, lo, thine enemies, &c.] The psalmist, by this demonstrative particle "lo," points to it as it were with the finger, as a thing most evident and undoubted. Shall be scattered] Disparant se, dissiliunt, dispart themselves.

Cambridge Bible on Psalms 92:9

9–15. Further confirmation of the sovereignty of Jehovah: the wicked who are His foes perish, the righteous who are His friends flourish.

Barnes' Notes on Psalms 92:9

For, lo, thine enemies, O Lord, for, lo, thine enemies shall perish - The repetition of the word “lo” here - “behold!” - is emphatic. The attention of the psalmist was fixed on this as an event which would be sure to occur.

Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 92:9

9. For, lo… for, lo—This repetition of the interjective particle is intensive, as if the speaker was seized with sudden amazement and horror at the spectacle of such an unlooked for destruction of

Sermons on Psalms 92:9

	Sermon	Description
	Keeping Your Spirit Focused by Jim Cymbala	In this sermon, the preacher encourages the audience not to worry or be envious of those who do wrong. He emphasizes the temporary nature of evil and compares it to withering grass
	2001 Advent Week 2 - Prodigal's Sister by John Piper	In this sermon transcript, a woman is depicted watching a beautiful sunset and reflecting on the heritage of her ancestors. She wonders where she should stay for the night and pray
	1 Corinthians 15:11 by St. John Chrysostom	John Chrysostom preaches about the dangers of luxury and the importance of self-control, highlighting how indulging in excess leads to spiritual and physical harm, causing the soul
	(Through the Bible) 1 Thessalonians 1-3 by Chuck Smith	In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the importance of studying the Word of God and the hope of the coming of Jesus Christ. The speaker emphasizes the love and dedication of the
	Are You Ready for That Day? by Robert B. Thompson	In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the trap of materialism in America and how it distracts people from following Christ. He highlights the struggle of Americans who have becom
	(Revelation) the Marriage Supper of the Lamb - Part 2 by Willie Mullan	In this sermon, the preacher starts by singing a hymn about Jesus' blood and righteousness. He then mentions a speaker at a convention who struggled to speak and sarcastically comm
	Psalm 16 the Resurrection by William MacDonald	In this sermon, the speaker begins by praising the Lord for answering prayer and raising Jesus from the dead. The sermon then goes on to describe the events leading up to Jesus' de