Psalms 105:22
“To bind his princes at his pleasure; and teach his senators wisdom.”
Psalms 105:22 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- To bind his princes at his pleasure; and teach his senators wisdom.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- That he might instruct his princes as himself, and teach his ancients wisdom.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- To bind his princes at his pleasure, And teach his elders wisdom.
- DARBYDarby
- To bind his princes at his pleasure, and teach his elders wisdom.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- to discipline his princes at his pleasure, and to teach his elders wisdom.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- To bind his chiefs at his pleasure, And his elders he maketh wise.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- To bind his princes at his pleasure and teach his elders wisdom.
Context: Psalms 105
20The king sent and loosed him; even the ruler of the people, and let him go free.
21He made him lord of his house, and ruler of all his substance:
22To bind his princes at his pleasure; and teach his senators wisdom.
23Israel also came into Egypt; and Jacob sojourned in the land of Ham.
24And he increased his people greatly; and made them stronger than their enemies.
About Psalms 105: Remembering God's Faithfulness
Psalm 105 is a reminder of God's faithfulness throughout history. The psalmist retells the stories of God's covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and how God protected and provided for the Israelites during their time in Egypt and their journey to the Promised Land. The psalmist encourages readers to give thanks and praise to God for all that He has done.
Commentary
Psalm 105 serves as a testimony to God's steadfast love and commitment to His people. It reminds us of the power of remembering our history and God's faithfulness. We can find comfort and strength in knowing that God has been faithful to His promises throughout history and will continue to be faithful in our lives today. This psalm inspires us to reflect and give thanks for the ways God has shown His love and grace to us. It also encourages us to have faith in the Lord as we face our own trials and challenges, knowing that God is always with us and will never forsake us.