Psalms 92:9

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

For, lo, thine enemies, O LORD, for, lo, thine enemies shall perish; all the workers of iniquity shall be scattered.

Complete Jewish Bible:

For your enemies, ADONAI, your enemies will perish; all evildoers will be scattered.

Berean Standard Bible:

For surely Your enemies, O LORD, surely Your enemies will perish; all evildoers will be scattered.

American Standard Version:

For, lo, thine enemies, O Jehovah, For, lo, thine enemies shall perish; All the workers of iniquity shall be scattered.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

For, lo, thine enemies^{H341}{H8802)}, O LORD^{H3068}, for, lo, thine enemies^{H341}{H8802)} shall perish^{H6}{H8799)}; all the workers^{H6466}{H8802)} of iniquity^{H205} shall be scattered^{H6504}{H8691)}.

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Commentary for Psalms 92:9

Psalm 92:9 is part of a larger psalm, Psalm 92, which is a hymn of thanksgiving and praise, traditionally attributed to David. This particular verse reflects a common theme found throughout the Psalms and the broader Hebrew Bible (Old Testament), where the psalmist expresses confidence in God's justice and sovereignty.

The historical context of the Psalms often reflects the struggles and triumphs of the ancient Israelites, who faced numerous adversaries and challenges to their faith and nationhood. In Psalm 92:9, the theme is the ultimate downfall of the wicked. The verse speaks to the assurance that God's enemies, and by extension, the enemies of His people, will not prevail. The imagery of enemies perishing and the workers of iniquity being scattered suggests a decisive victory for righteousness and an affirmation of God's power over those who oppose His will.

The text specifically addresses the LORD (Yahweh), emphasizing the personal relationship between God and the psalmist. The repetition of "for, lo" serves to underscore the certainty of the prophetic declaration that follows. The enemies of the LORD are not merely defeated; they are completely vanquished, with the workers of iniquity—those actively engaged in wickedness—being dispersed and their schemes coming to naught.

In summary, Psalm 92:9 encapsulates the belief in divine retribution and the vindication of the righteous, which was a source of hope and reassurance for the ancient Israelites in times of distress. It also serves as a reminder of the ultimate triumph of God's will, a theme that resonates with believers across different periods and circumstances, offering comfort and inspiring faith in God's protection and justice.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

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

1. Strong's Number: H341
   There are 481 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: אֹיֵב
   Transliteration: ʼôyêb
   Pronunciation: o-yabe'
   Description: or (fully) אוֹיֵב; active participle of אָיַב; hating; an adversary; enemy, foe.
   
2. 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.
   
3. Strong's Number: H6
   There are 14291 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: אָבַד
   Transliteration: ʼâbad
   Pronunciation: aw-bad'
   Description: a primitive root; properly, to wander away, i.e. lose oneself; by implication to perish (causative, destroy); break, destroy(-uction), [phrase] not escape, fail, lose, (cause to, make) perish, spend, [idiom] and surely, take, be undone, [idiom] utterly, be void of, have no way to flee.
   
4. Strong's Number: H6466
   There are 55 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: פָּעַל
   Transliteration: pâʻal
   Pronunciation: paw-al'
   Description: a primitive root; to do or make (systematically and habitually), especially to practise; commit, (evil-) do(-er), make(-r), ordain, work(-er).
   
5. Strong's Number: H205
   There are 101 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: אָוֶן
   Transliteration: ʼâven
   Pronunciation: aw-ven'
   Description: from an unused root perhaps meaning properly, to pant (hence, to exert oneself, usually in vain; to come to naught); strictly nothingness; also trouble. vanity, wickedness; specifically an idol; affliction, evil, false, idol, iniquity, mischief, mourners(-ing), naught, sorrow, unjust, unrighteous, vain, vanity, wicked(-ness). Compare אַיִן.
   
6. Strong's Number: H6504
   There are 26 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: פָּרַד
   Transliteration: pârad
   Pronunciation: paw-rad'
   Description: a primitive root; to break through, i.e. spread or separate (oneself); disperse, divide, be out of joint, part, scatter (abroad), separate (self), sever self, stretch, sunder.