Psalms 18:24
“Therefore hath the LORD recompensed me according to my righteousness, according to the cleanness of my hands in his eyesight.”
Psalms 18:24 in 8 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- Therefore hath the LORD recompensed me according to my righteousness, according to the cleanness of my hands in his eyesight.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- And the Lord will reward me according to my justice; and according to the cleanness of my hands before his eyes.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- Therefore hath Jehovah recompensed me according to my righteousness, According to the cleanness of my hands in his eyesight.
- DARBYDarby
- And Jehovah hath recompensed me according to my righteousness, according to the cleanness of my hands in his sight.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- Therefore Yahweh has rewarded me according to my righteousness, according to the cleanness of my hands in his eyesight.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- And Jehovah doth return to me, According to my righteousness, According to the cleanness of my hands, Over-against his eyes.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Therefore hath the LORD recompensed me according to my righteousness, according to the cleanness of my hands in his eyesight.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Therefore hath the LORD recompensed me according to my righteousness, according to the cleanness of my hands in his eyesight.
Context: Psalms 18
22For all his judgments were before me, and I did not put away his statutes from me.
23I was also upright before him, and I kept myself from mine iniquity.
24Therefore hath the LORD recompensed me according to my righteousness, according to the cleanness of my hands in his eyesight.
25With the merciful thou wilt shew thyself merciful; with an upright man thou wilt shew thyself upright;
26With the pure thou wilt shew thyself pure; and with the froward thou wilt shew thyself froward.
About Psalms 18: David's Song of Deliverance
Psalm 18 is a beautiful expression of David's gratitude to God for delivering him from his enemies. Through vivid imagery and heartfelt words, David gives thanks to God for being his rock, his fortress, and his savior in times of trouble. He remembers the terror he faced and the depths of despair he experienced, but he also remembers how God rescued him and brought him to a place of safety and security.
Commentary
This psalm is a powerful testimony to the faithfulness of God and the way that he delivers his people from danger. It shows David's deep trust in God and his commitment to following him no matter what. It also highlights the importance of praising God and giving thanks for his goodness, even in the midst of trials and difficulties. Ultimately, Psalm 18 reminds us that God is our protector and our source of strength, and that we can trust him to help us overcome any obstacle we face.