Psalm 46:7

Translations

Modern

The LORD of Hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress. Selah

Traditional

The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah.

Literal

YHWH of Hosts is with us; a secure height for us is the God of Jacob. Selah

Latin

Dominus virtutum nobiscum; susceptor noster Deus Jacob.

Original

Hebrew

English

The LORD of Hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress. Selah

Notes

Psalms 46:7

This refrain reminds us who the God of Zion is.
with us: Hebrew 'immanu, part of the name Immanuel, meaning “God with us” (Isaiah 7:14; 8:8; Matthew 1:23).

Psalms 46:1–11

This psalm of Zion celebrates God's special presence in Jerusalem (see also Psalms 48, 76, 87, 122). It encourages trust in the Lord because the people of Zion have his protection.

Theme notes and profiles

Praise Psalms Salvation in the Psalms Zion

Related verses

Romans 8:31
What then shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?
Psalm 9:9
The LORD is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble.
Numbers 14:9
Only do not rebel against the LORD, and do not be afraid of the people of the land, for they will be like bread for us. Their protection has been removed, and the LORD is with us. Do not be afraid of them!”
2 Chronicles 13:12
Now behold, God Himself is with us as our head, and His priests with their trumpets sound the battle call against you. O children of Israel, do not fight against the LORD, the God of your fathers, for you will not succeed.”
Matthew 28:20
…and teaching them to obey all that I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”
Isaiah 8:10
Devise a plan, but it will be thwarted; state a proposal, but it will not happen. For God is with us.”
2 Timothy 4:22
The Lord be with your spirit. Grace be with you all.
Psalm 46:11
The LORD of Hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress. Selah

Parallels

2 Kings 18:13–16 2 Chronicles 32:1–8

People

Israel: Patriarch, son of Isaac, father of twelve tribes LORD: Names or title used to refer to God Selah: A musical or liturgical term of uncertain meaning

Glossary

Alamoth David Korahite, Korathite Music Numbers, Book of Psalms, Book of

Topics

Afflicted Saints: God is With Faith: Exemplified God: Grace of God: Preserver

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