Psalms 115:11
“Ye that fear the LORD, trust in the LORD: he is their help and their shield.”
Psalms 115:11 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- Ye that fear the LORD, trust in the LORD: he is their help and their shield.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- They that fear the Lord hath hoped in the Lord: he is their helper and their protector.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- Ye that fear Jehovah, trust in Jehovah: He is their help and their shield.
- DARBYDarby
- Ye that fear Jehovah, confide in Jehovah: he is their help and their shield.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- You who fear Yahweh, trust in Yahweh! He is their help and their shield.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- Ye fearing Jehovah, trust in Jehovah, 'Their help and their shield is He.'
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Ye that fear the Lord, trust in the Lord: He is their help and their shield.
Context: Psalms 115
9O Israel, trust thou in the LORD: he is their help and their shield.
10O house of Aaron, trust in the LORD: he is their help and their shield.
11Ye that fear the LORD, trust in the LORD: he is their help and their shield.
12The LORD hath been mindful of us: he will bless us; he will bless the house of Israel; he will bless the house of Aaron.
13He will bless them that fear the LORD, both small and great.
About Psalms 115: The Sovereignty of God and the Folly of Idol Worship
Psalm 115 emphasizes the unique power and authority of God, who is contrasted with the lifeless idols worshipped by the nations. The psalmist praises God for His steadfast love and faithfulness to His people, and encourages them to trust in His protection and provision. The psalm concludes with a call to all the nations to recognize the supremacy of the true and living God.
Commentary
The message of Psalm 115 resonates throughout the ages, as the temptation to worship false gods or put our trust in worldly idols continues to plague humanity. The psalmist reminds us that God alone is worthy of our worship and devotion, for He is the Creator and Sustainer of all things. In contrast, idols are the work of human hands, with no power to save or deliver. The psalmist encourages us to put our faith in the living God, who hears our prayers and blesses us with His abundant goodness. This psalm reminds us to assess our own lives and reflect upon whether we are truly placing our trust in the right place.