Psalms 21:4
“He asked life of thee, and thou gavest it him, even length of days for ever and ever.”
Psalms 21:4 in 8 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- He asked life of thee, and thou gavest it him, even length of days for ever and ever.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- He asked life of thee: and thou hast given him length of days for ever and ever.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- He asked life of thee, thou gavest it him, Even length of days for ever and ever.
- DARBYDarby
- He asked life of thee; thou gavest it him, length of days for ever and ever.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- He asked life of you, you gave it to him, even length of days forever and ever.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- Life he hath asked from Thee, Thou hast given to him ; length of days, Age-during ; and for ever.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- He asked life of thee, and thou gavest it him, even length of days for ever and ever.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- He asked life of thee, and thou gavest it him, even length of days for ever and ever.
Context: Psalms 21
2Thou hast given him his heart's desire, and hast not withholden the request of his lips. Selah.
3For thou preventest him with the blessings of goodness: thou settest a crown of pure gold on his head.
4He asked life of thee, and thou gavest it him, even length of days for ever and ever.
5His glory is great in thy salvation: honour and majesty hast thou laid upon him.
6For thou hast made him most blessed for ever: thou hast made him exceeding glad with thy countenance.
About Psalms 21: The Blessedness of Trusting in God
Psalm 21 celebrates the victorious reign of a king who trusts in God. The psalmist praises God for hearing his prayers, granting him success, and blessing him with abundant joy and a long life. He proclaims that the king's enemies will be defeated and that God's name will be exalted forever.
Commentary
Psalm 21 is a hymn of praise and thanksgiving for God's faithfulness to the king who trusts in Him. Throughout the psalm, there is a repeated emphasis on the blessings that come from trusting in God. The psalmist recognizes that the king's success is due to God's favor and acknowledges that it is God who provides him with strength, victory, and life.The psalm also reminds us that God is a just judge who punishes the wicked and protects the righteous. Those who oppose the king and seek his downfall will be defeated by God's power, and their plans will come to nothing. In contrast, those who trust in God can rejoice in His salvation and experience His blessings in their lives.As we read Psalm 21, we can be encouraged to put our trust in God and to seek His will in all that we do. Like the king in this psalm, we can experience the joy and peace that come from living in faithful obedience to God. Let us praise Him for His goodness and trust in His unfailing love.