King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
God setteth the solitary in families: he bringeth out those which are bound with chains: but the rebellious dwell in a dry [land].
Complete Jewish Bible:
God gives homes to those who are alone and leads prisoners out into prosperity. But rebels must live in a parched wasteland.
Berean Standard Bible:
God settles the lonely in families; He leads the prisoners out to prosperity, but the rebellious dwell in a sun-scorched land.
American Standard Version:
God setteth the solitary in families: He bringeth out the prisoners into prosperity; But the rebellious dwell in a parched land.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
God{H430} setteth{H3427}{H8688)} the solitary{H3173} in families{H1004}: he bringeth out{H3318}{H8688)} those which are bound{H615} with chains{H3574}: but the rebellious{H5637}{H8802)} dwell{H7931}{H8804)} in a dry{H6707} land.
Cross-References (KJV):
Psalms 113:9
- He maketh the barren woman to keep house, [and to be] a joyful mother of children. Praise ye the LORD.
Psalms 69:33
- For the LORD heareth the poor, and despiseth not his prisoners.
Psalms 107:14
- He brought them out of darkness and the shadow of death, and brake their bands in sunder.
Psalms 107:10
- ¶ Such as sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, [being] bound in affliction and iron;
Psalms 146:7
- Which executeth judgment for the oppressed: which giveth food to the hungry. The LORD looseth the prisoners:
Isaiah 61:1
- ¶ The Spirit of the Lord GOD [is] upon me; because the LORD hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to [them that are] bound;
Psalms 107:40
- He poureth contempt upon princes, and causeth them to wander in the wilderness, [where there is] no way.
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Commentary for Psalms 68:6
Psalm 68:6, within the broader context of Psalm 68, is a powerful declaration of God's sovereignty and His role as a protector and provider for the vulnerable. This particular verse speaks to several themes:
1. **Divine Providence**: The verse begins with the assertion that "God setteth the solitary in families," which reflects the idea that God cares for the lonely and ensures that they are not left without support or community. This suggests a divine intervention in the lives of individuals who might otherwise be isolated or without support systems.
2. **Redemption and Freedom**: The phrase "he bringeth out those which are bound with chains" conveys the theme of liberation. It indicates that God actively works to free those who are oppressed or imprisoned, whether physically, emotionally, or spiritually. This resonates with the broader biblical narrative of redemption, such as the exodus of the Israelites from Egypt.
3. **Consequences of Rebellion**: The latter part of the verse, "but the rebellious dwell in a dry [land]," introduces a contrast. It implies that those who choose to rebel against God or reject His guidance will face a life that is barren or devoid of spiritual nourishment. This speaks to the theme of judgment and the natural consequences of turning away from divine wisdom and authority.
In its historical context, Psalm 68 is attributed to David and may have been written in celebration of a particular military victory or as a liturgical piece for a religious festival. The psalm as a whole is a song of triumph, praising God for His strength and His role as the defender of His people. It reflects the experiences of the Israelites, who saw God's hand in their history, delivering them from various forms of bondage and leading them to the Promised Land.
In summary, Psalm 68:6 encapsulates the themes of God's active role in the lives of individuals, particularly the vulnerable and oppressed, His power to liberate, and the stark contrast between the blessings of those who trust in Him and the desolation of those who persist in rebellion against Him.
*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model
Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- 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. - Strong's Number: H3427
There are 980 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יָשַׁב
Transliteration: yâshab
Pronunciation: yaw-shab'
Description: a primitive root; properly, to sit down (specifically as judge. in ambush, in quiet); by implication, to dwell, to remain; causatively, to settle, to marry; (make to) abide(-ing), continue, (cause to, make to) dwell(-ing), ease self, endure, establish, [idiom] fail, habitation, haunt, (make to) inhabit(-ant), make to keep (house), lurking, [idiom] marry(-ing), (bring again to) place, remain, return, seat, set(-tle), (down-) sit(-down, still, -ting down, -ting (place) -uate), take, tarry. - Strong's Number: H3173
There are 12 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יָחִיד
Transliteration: yâchîyd
Pronunciation: yaw-kheed'
Description: from יָחַד; properly, united, i.e. sole; by implication, beloved; also lonely; (feminine) the life (as not to be replaced); darling, desolate, only (child, son), solitary. - Strong's Number: H1004
There are 1718 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בַּיִת
Transliteration: bayith
Pronunciation: bah'-yith
Description: probably from בָּנָה abbreviated; a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.); court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). - Strong's Number: H3318
There are 992 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יָצָא
Transliteration: yâtsâʼ
Pronunciation: yaw-tsaw'
Description: a primitive root; to go (causatively, bring) out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim.; [idiom] after, appear, [idiom] assuredly, bear out, [idiom] begotten, break out, bring forth (out, up), carry out, come (abroad, out, thereat, without), [phrase] be condemned, depart(-ing, -ure), draw forth, in the end, escape, exact, fail, fall (out), fetch forth (out), get away (forth, hence, out), (able to, cause to, let) go abroad (forth, on, out), going out, grow, have forth (out), issue out, lay (lie) out, lead out, pluck out, proceed, pull out, put away, be risen, [idiom] scarce, send with commandment, shoot forth, spread, spring out, stand out, [idiom] still, [idiom] surely, take forth (out), at any time, [idiom] to (and fro), utter. - Strong's Number: H615
There are 188 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אָסִיר
Transliteration: ʼâçîyr
Pronunciation: aw-sere'
Description: from אָסַר; bound, i.e. a captive; (those which are) bound, prisoner. - Strong's Number: H3574
There are 1 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: כּוֹשָׁרָה
Transliteration: kôwshârâh
Pronunciation: ko-shaw-raw'
Description: from כָּשֵׁר; prosperity; in plural freedom; [idiom] chain. - Strong's Number: H5637
There are 16 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: סָרַר
Transliteration: çârar
Pronunciation: saw-rar'
Description: a primitive root; to turn away, i.e. (morally) be refractory; [idiom] away, backsliding, rebellious, revolter(-ing), slide back, stubborn, withdrew. - Strong's Number: H7931
There are 123 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שָׁכַן
Transliteration: shâkan
Pronunciation: shaw-kan'
Description: a primitive root (apparently akin (by transmission) to שָׁכַב through the idea of lodging; compare סִכְלוּת, שָׁכַם); to reside or permanently stay (literally or figuratively); abide, continue, (cause to, make to) dwell(-er), have habitation, inhabit, lay, place, (cause to) remain, rest, set (up). - Strong's Number: H6707
There are 1 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: צְחִיחָה
Transliteration: tsᵉchîychâh
Pronunciation: tsekh-ee-khaw'
Description: feminine of צְחִיחַ; a parched region, i.e. the desert; dry land.