Psalms 60:12

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

Through God we shall do valiantly: for he [it is that] shall tread down our enemies.

Complete Jewish Bible:

With God's help we will fight valiantly, for he will trample our enemies.

Berean Standard Bible:

With God we will perform with valor, and He will trample our enemies.

American Standard Version:

Through God we shall do valiantly; For he it is that will tread down our adversaries.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

Through God^{H430} we shall do^{H6213}{H8799)} valiantly^{H2428}: for he it is that shall tread down^{H947}{H8799)} our enemies^{H6862}.

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Commentary for Psalms 60:12

Psalm 60:12 is part of a larger psalm attributed to King David, which is a communal lament that reflects a time of crisis, likely during a period of military conflict. The historical context suggests that it may have been composed when David was facing opposition from various adversaries, including the Edomites, as referenced in the opening verses of the psalm.

The theme of Psalm 60:12 centers on the trust and confidence that the people of Israel place in God as their source of strength and victory in battle. The verse conveys a powerful message of reliance on divine aid rather than on human might alone. It speaks to the belief that with God's assistance, the Israelites will be able to perform heroic deeds ("do valiantly") and overcome their foes ("he shall tread down our enemies").

In this verse, God is depicted as an active participant in the struggle, not merely a distant observer. The imagery of God treading down enemies emphasizes the divine involvement in the affairs of His people, providing reassurance that their cause is not hopeless, despite the odds they face. The verse serves as a declaration of faith, affirming that victory comes from the Lord, and it encourages the faithful to rely on Him in times of adversity. It is a call to remember that human strength is insufficient without God's support and that with Him, they can find the courage and power needed to prevail against their enemies.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: H430
   There are 2334 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: אֱלֹהִים
   Transliteration: ʼĕlôhîym
   Pronunciation: el-o-heem'
   Description: plural of אֱלוֹהַּ; gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used (in the plural thus, especially with the article) of the supreme God; occasionally applied by way of deference to magistrates; and sometimes as a superlative; angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty.
   
2. Strong's Number: H6213
   There are 2286 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: עָשָׂה
   Transliteration: ʻâsâh
   Pronunciation: aw-saw'
   Description: a primitive root; to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application; accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use.
   
3. Strong's Number: H2428
   There are 228 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: חַיִל
   Transliteration: chayil
   Pronunciation: khah'-yil
   Description: from חוּל; probably a force, whether of men, means or other resources; an army, wealth, virtue, valor, strength; able, activity, ([phrase]) army, band of men (soldiers), company, (great) forces, goods, host, might, power, riches, strength, strong, substance, train, ([phrase]) valiant(-ly), valour, virtuous(-ly), war, worthy(-ily).
   
4. Strong's Number: H947
   There are 12 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: בּוּס
   Transliteration: bûwç
   Pronunciation: boos
   Description: a primitive root; to trample (literally or figuratively); loath, tread (down, under (foot)), be polluted.
   
5. Strong's Number: H6862
   There are 102 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: צַר
   Transliteration: tsar
   Pronunciation: tsar
   Description: or צָר; from צָרַר; compare as in צֹר; narrow; (as a noun) a tight place (usually figuratively, i.e. trouble); also a pebble ; (transitive) an opponent (as crowding); adversary, afflicted(-tion), anguish, close, distress, enemy, flint, foe, narrow, small, sorrow, strait, tribulation, trouble.