King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
O LORD God of hosts, who [is] a strong LORD like unto thee? or to thy faithfulness round about thee?
Complete Jewish Bible:
ADONAI Elohei-Tzva'ot! Who is as mighty as you, Yah? Your faithfulness surrounds you.
Berean Standard Bible:
O LORD God of Hosts, who is like You? O mighty LORD, Your faithfulness surrounds You.
American Standard Version:
O Jehovah God of hosts, Who is a mighty one, like unto thee, O Jehovah? And thy faithfulness is round about thee.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
O LORD{H3068} God{H430} of hosts{H6635}, who is a strong{H2626} LORD{H3050} like unto thee? or to thy faithfulness{H530} round about{H5439} thee?
Cross-References (KJV):
Psalms 71:19
- Thy righteousness also, O God, [is] very high, who hast done great things: O God, who [is] like unto thee!
Jeremiah 32:17
- Ah Lord GOD! behold, thou hast made the heaven and the earth by thy great power and stretched out arm, [and] there is nothing too hard for thee:
1 Samuel 2:2
- [There is] none holy as the LORD: for [there is] none beside thee: neither [is there] any rock like our God.
Psalms 147:5
- Great [is] our Lord, and of great power: his understanding [is] infinite.
Isaiah 40:25
- To whom then will ye liken me, or shall I be equal? saith the Holy One.
Isaiah 40:26
- Lift up your eyes on high, and behold who hath created these [things], that bringeth out their host by number: he calleth them all by names by the greatness of his might, for that [he is] strong in power; not one faileth.
Psalms 24:8
- Who [is] this King of glory? The LORD strong and mighty, the LORD mighty in battle.
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Commentary for Psalms 89:8
Psalm 89:8, found within the larger context of Psalm 89, is a verse that exalts the uniqueness and strength of God. This psalm is traditionally attributed to Ethan the Ezrahite, a wise man mentioned in 1 Kings 4:31, and it is a reflection on God's covenant with King David, found in 2 Samuel 7. The historical context of this verse is set during a time of distress, likely after the fall of the northern kingdom of Israel and during the decline of the southern kingdom of Judah, when the Davidic dynasty was under threat.
In this verse, the psalmist addresses God as "LORD God of hosts," a title that emphasizes God's sovereignty over all powers, whether earthly or heavenly. The question posed, "Who is a strong LORD like unto thee?" underscores the incomparable might and power of God. The psalmist acknowledges that there is no one else who can match God's strength or the reliability of His faithfulness. The phrase "to thy faithfulness round about thee" suggests that God is surrounded by, or characterized by, faithfulness, implying that His very nature is trustworthy and that His promises are sure.
The themes of this verse include the sovereignty, strength, and faithfulness of God. It speaks to the steadfastness of God's character and His role as a mighty protector. The rhetorical question serves to remind the people of Israel, and by extension all readers, of the unique position of Yahweh as the preeminent deity who is unrivaled in power and constancy. This affirmation of God's greatness would have been particularly poignant during times of national uncertainty, offering comfort and hope to those who trusted in the Lord's covenant promises.
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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: 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: H6635
There are 463 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: צָבָא
Transliteration: tsâbâʼ
Pronunciation: tsaw-baw'
Description: or (feminine) צְבָאָה; from צָבָא; a mass of persons (or figuratively, things), especially reg. organized forwar (an army); by implication, a campaign, literally or figuratively (specifically, hardship, worship); appointed time, ([phrase]) army, ([phrase]) battle, company, host, service, soldiers, waiting upon, war(-fare). - Strong's Number: H2626
There are 1 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: חֲסִין
Transliteration: chăçîyn
Pronunciation: khas-een'
Description: from חָסַן; properly, firm, i.e. (by implication) mighty; strong. - Strong's Number: H3050
There are 45 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יָהּ
Transliteration: Yâhh
Pronunciation: yaw
Description: contraction for יְהֹוָה, and meaning the same; Jah, the sacred name; Jah, the Lord, most vehement. Compare names in '-iah,' '-jah.' - Strong's Number: H530
There are 490 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֱמוּנָה
Transliteration: ʼĕmûwnâh
Pronunciation: em-oo-naw'
Description: or (shortened) אֱמֻנָה; feminine of אֵמוּן; literally firmness; figuratively security; morally fidelity; faith(-ful, -ly, -ness, (man)), set office, stability, steady, truly, truth, verily. - Strong's Number: H5439
There are 282 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: סָבִיב
Transliteration: çâbîyb
Pronunciation: saw-beeb'
Description: or (feminine) סְבִיבָה; from סָבַב; (as noun) a circle, neighbour, or environs; but chiefly (as adverb, with or without preposition) around; (place, round) about, circuit, compass, on every side.