Psalms 89:18

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

For the LORD [is] our defence; and the Holy One of Israel [is] our king.

Complete Jewish Bible:

for our shield comes from ADONAI -our king is from the Holy One of Isra'el.

Berean Standard Bible:

Surely our shield belongs to the LORD, and our king to the Holy One of Israel.

American Standard Version:

For our shield belongeth unto Jehovah; And our king to the Holy One of Israel.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

For the LORD^{H3068} is our defence^{H4043}; and the Holy One^{H6918} of Israel^{H3478} is our king^{H4428}.

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Commentary for Psalms 89:18

Psalm 89:18, situated within the broader context of Psalm 89, is a declaration of trust in God's sovereignty and protective power. This particular verse emphasizes two key attributes of God: His role as a defender and His kingship over Israel. The historical context of this Psalm is rooted in the covenant relationship between God and the Israelite monarchy, particularly the Davidic line. The psalmist, Ethan the Ezrahite, is likely writing during a time of national distress or a crisis of the Davidic dynasty, which could be the Babylonian exile or a period of foreign oppression.

The themes of Psalm 89:18 reflect the foundational belief in God's faithfulness to His promises, especially in the face of adversity. By calling the LORD "our defence," the psalmist acknowledges that the true source of security for Israel is not in military might or political alliances but in God's providential care. The title "Holy One of Israel" underscores God's uniqueness and moral purity, setting Him apart from all other gods and rulers. As "our king," God is portrayed as the ultimate ruler to whom all earthly kings are subject. This verse serves as a reminder to the people of Israel, and by extension to all who read it, that their ultimate allegiance and trust should be placed in God, who reigns supreme and offers divine protection to those who are faithful to Him.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

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

1. 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.
   
2. 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.
   
3. Strong's Number: H6918
   There are 106 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: קָדוֹשׁ
   Transliteration: qâdôwsh
   Pronunciation: kaw-doshe'
   Description: or קָדֹשׁ; from קָדַשׁ; sacred (ceremonially or morally); (as noun) God (by eminence), an angel, a saint, a sanctuary; holy (One), saint.
   
4. Strong's Number: H3478
   There are 2229 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: יִשְׂרָאֵל
   Transliteration: Yisrâʼêl
   Pronunciation: yis-raw-ale'
   Description: from שָׂרָה and אֵל; he will rule as God; Jisrael, a symbolical name of Jacob; also (typically) of his posterity; Israel.
   
5. Strong's Number: H4428
   There are 1922 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: מֶלֶךְ
   Transliteration: melek
   Pronunciation: meh'-lek
   Description: from מָלַךְ; a king; king, royal.