King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
The LORD [is] my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him, and I am helped: therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song will I praise him.
Complete Jewish Bible:
ADONAI is my strength and shield; in him my heart trusted, and I have been helped. Therefore my heart is filled with joy, and I will sing praises to him.
Berean Standard Bible:
The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in Him, and I am helped. Therefore my heart rejoices, and I give thanks to Him with my song.
American Standard Version:
Jehovah is my strength and my shield; My heart hath trusted in him, and I am helped: Therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; And with my song will I praise him.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
The LORD{H3068} is my strength{H5797} and my shield{H4043}; my heart{H3820} trusted{H982} in him, and I am helped{H5826}: therefore my heart{H3820} greatly rejoiceth{H5937}; and with my song{H7892} will I praise{H3034} him.
Cross-References (KJV):
Psalms 30:11
- Thou hast turned for me my mourning into dancing: thou hast put off my sackcloth, and girded me with gladness;
Psalms 30:12
- To the end that [my] glory may sing praise to thee, and not be silent. O LORD my God, I will give thanks unto thee for ever.
Psalms 56:3
- What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee.
Psalms 56:4
- In God I will praise his word, in God I have put my trust; I will not fear what flesh can do unto me.
Isaiah 61:10
- ¶ I will greatly rejoice in the LORD, my soul shall be joyful in my God; for he hath clothed me with the garments of salvation, he hath covered me with the robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom decketh [himself] with ornaments, and as a bride adorneth [herself] with her jewels.
Ephesians 6:10
- ¶ Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.
Psalms 40:3
- And he hath put a new song in my mouth, [even] praise unto our God: many shall see [it], and fear, and shall trust in the LORD.
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Commentary for Psalms 28:7
Psalm 28:7 is a declaration of trust and gratitude towards God, encapsulating the personal relationship between the psalmist and the divine. This verse is part of a larger poem attributed to David, who was a king of ancient Israel and is traditionally considered the author of many psalms. Historically, David's life was marked by adversity, from facing the wrath of King Saul to dealing with family turmoil and national conflicts. Amidst these challenges, David often turned to God for refuge and support.
The themes of Psalm 28:7 include divine strength, protection, trust, and rejoicing. The verse opens with the assertion that "The LORD [is] my strength and my shield," indicating that God is the source of the psalmist's power to endure and the means of his defense against enemies and hardships. The statement "my heart trusted in him" reflects a deep-seated confidence in God's faithfulness, suggesting a reliance on God's promises and character. This trust is rewarded with help, leading to an outpouring of joy expressed in the phrases "therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth" and "with my song will I praise him."
In essence, Psalm 28:7 conveys a message of thanksgiving for God's active role in the life of the believer. It speaks to the experience of finding comfort and deliverance through faith, which in turn leads to exuberant worship. This verse resonates with the broader historical context of the Israelites, who often found themselves in situations where their trust in God was critical for their survival and success. It serves as a testament to the enduring nature of faith in the face of adversity and the joy that comes from a relationship with God.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H3068
There are 5521 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יְהֹוָה
Transliteration: Yᵉhôvâh
Pronunciation: yeh-ho-vaw'
Description: from הָיָה; (the) self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God; Jehovah, the Lord. Compare יָהּ, יְהֹוִה. - Strong's Number: H5797
There are 92 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עֹז
Transliteration: ʻôz
Pronunciation: oze
Description: or (fully) עוֹז; from עָזַז; strength in various applications (force, security, majesty, praise); boldness, loud, might, power, strength, strong. - Strong's Number: H4043
There are 60 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מָגֵן
Transliteration: mâgên
Pronunciation: maw-gane'
Description: also (in plural) feminine מְגִנָּה; from גָּנַן; a shield (i.e. the small one or buckler); figuratively, a protector; also the scaly hide of the crocodile; [idiom] armed, buckler, defence, ruler, [phrase] scale, shield. - Strong's Number: H3820
There are 550 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: לֵב
Transliteration: lêb
Pronunciation: labe
Description: a form of לֵבָב; the heart; also used (figuratively) very widely for the feelings, the will and even the intellect; likewise for the centre of anything; [phrase] care for, comfortably, consent, [idiom] considered, courag(-eous), friend(-ly), ((broken-), (hard-), (merry-), (stiff-), (stout-), double) heart(-ed), [idiom] heed, [idiom] I, kindly, midst, mind(-ed), [idiom] regard(-ed), [idiom] themselves, [idiom] unawares, understanding, [idiom] well, willingly, wisdom. - Strong's Number: H982
There are 117 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בָּטַח
Transliteration: bâṭach
Pronunciation: baw-takh'
Description: a primitive root; properly, to hide for refuge (but not so precipitately as חָסָה); figuratively, to trust, be confident or sure; be bold (confident, secure, sure), careless (one, woman), put confidence, (make to) hope, (put, make to) trust. - Strong's Number: H5826
There are 77 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עָזַר
Transliteration: ʻâzar
Pronunciation: aw-zar'
Description: a primitive root; to surround, i.e. protect or aid; help, succour. - Strong's Number: H5937
There are 16 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עָלַז
Transliteration: ʻâlaz
Pronunciation: aw-laz'
Description: a primitive root; to jump for joy, i.e. exult; be joyful, rejoice, triumph. - Strong's Number: H7892
There are 87 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שִׁיר
Transliteration: shîyr
Pronunciation: sheer
Description: or feminine שִׁירָה; from שִׁיר; a song; abstractly, singing; musical(-ick), [idiom] sing(-er, -ing), song. - Strong's Number: H3034
There are 111 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יָדָה
Transliteration: yâdâh
Pronunciation: yaw-daw'
Description: a primitive root; used only as denominative from יָד; literally, to use (i.e. hold out) the hand; physically, to throw (a stone, an arrow) at or away; especially to revere or worship (with extended hands); intensively, to bemoan (by wringing the hands); cast (out), (make) confess(-ion), praise, shoot, (give) thank(-ful, -s, -sgiving).