Psalms 20:7

Some [trust] in chariots, and some in horses: but we will remember the name of the LORD our God.

Some trust in chariots {H7393}, and some in horses {H5483}: but we will remember {H2142} the name {H8034} of the LORD {H3068} our God {H430}.

Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we praise the name of ADONAI our God.

Some trust in chariots and others in horses, but we trust in the name of the LORD our God.

Some trustin chariots, and some in horses; But we will make mention of the name of Jehovah our God.

Psalms 20:7 stands as a powerful declaration of faith, contrasting human reliance on material strength with an unwavering trust in God. This verse is central to a psalm that is essentially a prayer for victory in battle, likely offered for King David before a significant military engagement.

Context of Psalms 20:7

Psalm 20 is a communal prayer, likely recited by the people or priests for their king as he prepared for war. The preceding verses express hope that the LORD will answer the king in the day of trouble, defend him, send him help from the sanctuary, and remember all his offerings (Psalms 20:1-3). The psalm builds to this pivotal statement in verse 7, which articulates the true source of their confidence, not in the visible instruments of war, but in the invisible, yet all-powerful, God.

Key Themes and Messages

  • Trust in God vs. Human Strength: The primary message is the stark contrast between trusting in worldly power ("chariots" and "horses") and placing one's reliance entirely on God. Chariots and horses represented the ultimate military advantage in ancient warfare, symbolizing human technological and strategic might. Yet, the psalmist declares these are insufficient foundations for true security.
  • The Sovereignty and Power of God: This verse underscores God's supreme authority over all earthly powers. No matter how formidable human forces appear, they are always subordinate to the almighty power of the LORD.
  • The Significance of "The Name of the LORD": To "remember the name of the LORD our God" is more than just recalling a title. In Hebrew thought, the "name" (`shem`) of God signifies His revealed character, His attributes, His power, His covenant faithfulness, and His very presence. It encapsulates all that God is. It's a commitment to rely on His nature and His promises, not just His existence.
  • Faith in the Face of Adversity: The verse serves as a powerful reminder that in times of crisis, our ultimate hope and help come from God alone, not from our resources, strategies, or human allies.

Linguistic Insights

The Hebrew word for "chariots" (`rekeb`) and "horses" (`sus`) refer to the military hardware of the day. The phrase "the name of the LORD" uses `YHWH` (Yahweh), God's personal covenantal name, translated as `LORD` in the KJV. This emphasizes God's unique, unchangeable, and faithful character, particularly in His relationship with His people. Remembering His name means actively bringing to mind His past acts of deliverance and His promises, drawing strength from His very being.

Practical Application

For believers today, the message of Psalms 20:7 remains profoundly relevant. We may not face chariots and horses, but we often place our confidence in modern equivalents:

  • Financial Security: Relying on wealth or investments rather than God's provision.
  • Human Wisdom: Trusting in our intellect, education, or strategic planning more than divine guidance.
  • Technological Advancement: Believing that technology or human ingenuity can solve all problems, apart from God.
  • Political Power: Placing ultimate hope in governments, leaders, or policies.

This verse calls us to examine where our true trust lies. In times of personal struggle, national crisis, or global uncertainty, our ultimate confidence should be in the name of the LORD our God. It reminds us to prioritize spiritual reliance over material dependence, knowing that God's power far surpasses any earthly strength.

Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • Isaiah 31:1

    ¶ Woe to them that go down to Egypt for help; and stay on horses, and trust in chariots, because [they are] many; and in horsemen, because they are very strong; but they look not unto the Holy One of Israel, neither seek the LORD!

  • Jeremiah 17:5

    ¶ Thus saith the LORD; Cursed [be] the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD.

  • Proverbs 21:31

    The horse [is] prepared against the day of battle: but safety [is] of the LORD.

  • Psalms 33:16

    There is no king saved by the multitude of an host: a mighty man is not delivered by much strength.

  • Psalms 33:17

    An horse [is] a vain thing for safety: neither shall he deliver [any] by his great strength.

  • 2 Chronicles 32:8

    With him [is] an arm of flesh; but with us [is] the LORD our God to help us, and to fight our battles. And the people rested themselves upon the words of Hezekiah king of Judah.

  • 2 Chronicles 14:11

    And Asa cried unto the LORD his God, and said, LORD, [it is] nothing with thee to help, whether with many, or with them that have no power: help us, O LORD our God; for we rest on thee, and in thy name we go against this multitude. O LORD, thou [art] our God; let not man prevail against thee.

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