Psalms 3:4
“I cried unto the LORD with my voice, and he heard me out of his holy hill. Selah.”
Psalms 3:4 in 8 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- I cried unto the LORD with my voice, and he heard me out of his holy hill. Selah.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- I have cried to the Lord with my voice: and he hath heard me from his holy hill.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- I cry unto Jehovah with my voice, And he answereth me out of his holy hill. Selah
- DARBYDarby
- With my voice will I call to Jehovah, and he will answer me from the hill of his holiness. Selah.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- I cry to Yahweh with my voice, and he answers me out of his holy hill. Selah.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- My voice is unto Jehovah: I call: And He answereth me from his holy hill, Selah.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- I cried unto the LORD with my voice, and he heard me out of his holy hill. Selah.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- I cried unto the LORD with my voice, and he heard me out of his holy hill. Selah.
Context: Psalms 3
2Many there be which say of my soul, There is no help for him in God. Selah.
3But thou, O LORD, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of mine head.
4I cried unto the LORD with my voice, and he heard me out of his holy hill. Selah.
5I laid me down and slept; I awaked; for the LORD sustained me.
6I will not be afraid of ten thousands of people, that have set themselves against me round about.
About Psalms 3: Trust in God's Protection
In Psalm 3, David expressed his confidence and trust in the Lord amidst a time of great turmoil and uncertainty. Despite the threats and attacks from his enemies, David relied on God's steadfast love and salvation to protect him. He proclaimed that the Lord was his shield and source of hope, and ultimately, he will not be afraid.
Commentary
Psalm 3 is a powerful reminder that our trust and faith should always be placed in God, even in the midst of difficult circumstances. Just like David, we may face challenges and opposition from those around us, but we can find comfort and security in the Lord. As we read this psalm, we can learn to trust in God's provision and protection, knowing that He will never leave us nor forsake us. Let us take comfort in the words of David, "Salvation belongs to the Lord; your blessing be on your people!" (Psalm 3:8)