Psalms 46:5
“God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God shall help her, and that right early.”
Psalms 46:5 in 8 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God shall help her, and that right early.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- God is in the midst thereof, it shall not be moved: God will help it in the morning early.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God will help her, and that right early.
- DARBYDarby
- God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God shall help her at the dawn of the morning.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- God is in her midst. She shall not be moved. God will help her at dawn.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- God is in her midst ; she is not moved, God doth help her at the turn of the morn!
- BPVBiblePics Version
- God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God shall help her, and that right early.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God shall help her, and that right early.
Context: Psalms 46
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.
6The heathen raged, the kingdoms were moved: he uttered his voice, the earth melted.
7The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah.
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.