Psalms 115:17
“The dead praise not the LORD, neither any that go down into silence.”
Psalms 115:17 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- The dead praise not the LORD, neither any that go down into silence.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- The dead shall not praise thee, O Lord: nor any of them that go down to hell.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- The dead praise not Jehovah, Neither any that go down into silence;
- DARBYDarby
- The dead praise not Jah, neither any that go down into silence;
- WEBThe World English Bible
- The dead don't praise Yah, neither any who go down into silence;
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- The dead praise not Jah, Nor any going down to silence.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- The dead praise not the Lord, neither any that go down into silence.
Context: Psalms 115
15Ye are blessed of the LORD which made heaven and earth.
16The heaven, even the heavens, are the LORD'S: but the earth hath he given to the children of men.
17The dead praise not the LORD, neither any that go down into silence.
18But we will bless the LORD from this time forth and for evermore. Praise the LORD.
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.