Psalms 46:3
“Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof. Selah.”
Psalms 46:3 in 8 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof. Selah.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- Their waters roared and were troubled: the mountains were troubled with his strength.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, Though the mountains tremble with the swelling thereof. Selah
- DARBYDarby
- Though the waters thereof roar and foam, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof. Selah.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- though its waters roar and are troubled, though the mountains tremble with their swelling. Selah.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- Roar ; troubled are its waters, Mountains they shake in its pride. Selah.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof. Selah.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof. Selah.
Context: Psalms 46
1To the chief Musician for the sons of Korah, A Song upon Alamoth.God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
2Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea;
3Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof. Selah.
4There is a river, the streams whereof shall make glad the city of God, the holy place of the tabernacles of the most High.
5God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God shall help her, and that right early.
About Psalms 46: The Strength and Refuge of God in Times of Trouble
Psalm 46 acknowledges God as the ultimate source of strength and refuge, even in the midst of chaos and disaster. The Psalmist reassures us that no matter what happens, we can trust God to protect us and be with us.
Commentary
In Psalm 46, the Psalmist encourages us to trust in God, despite the chaos and turmoil around us. The image of God as a "refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble" reminds us that God is always there to protect us and guide us through difficult times. The Psalmist also assures us that even if the earth trembles and the mountains fall, God's power and presence will not falter. This message can be especially comforting in times of upheaval or uncertainty, as it reminds us that we are not alone and that God is always with us. Ultimately, Psalm 46 is a powerful testament to the strength and faithfulness of God in the face of adversity.