Psalms 57:4
“My soul is among lions: and I lie even among them that are set on fire, even the sons of men, whose teeth are spears and arrows, and their tongue a sharp sword.”
Psalms 57:4 in 8 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- My soul is among lions: and I lie even among them that are set on fire, even the sons of men, whose teeth are spears and arrows, and their tongue a sharp sword.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- and he hath delivered my soul from the midst of the young lions. I slept troubled. The sons of men, whose teeth are weapons and arrows, and their tongue a sharp sword.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- My soul is among lions; I lie among them that are set on fire, Even the sons of men, whose teeth are spears and arrows, And their tongue a sharp sword.
- DARBYDarby
- My soul is in the midst of lions; I lie down among them that breathe out flames, the sons of men, whose teeth are spears and arrows, and their tongue a sharp sword.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- My soul is among lions. I lie among those who are set on fire, even the sons of men, whose teeth are spears and arrows, and their tongue a sharp sword.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- My soul is in the midst of lions, I lie down among flames ; sons of men, Their teeth are a spear and arrows, And their tongue a sharp sword.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- My soul is surrounded by lions; I lie among those who are set ablaze, the sons of men whose teeth are like spears and arrows, and their tongues like sharp swords.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- My soul is surrounded by lions; I lie among those who are set ablaze, the sons of men whose teeth are like spears and arrows, and their tongues like sharp swords.
Context: Psalms 57
2I will cry unto God most high; unto God that performeth all things for me.
3He shall send from heaven, and save me from the reproach of him that would swallow me up. Selah. God shall send forth his mercy and his truth.
4My soul is among lions: and I lie even among them that are set on fire, even the sons of men, whose teeth are spears and arrows, and their tongue a sharp sword.
5Be thou exalted, O God, above the heavens; let thy glory be above all the earth.
6They have prepared a net for my steps; my soul is bowed down: they have digged a pit before me, into the midst whereof they are fallen themselves. Selah.
About Psalms 57: A Cry for Mercy in a Time of Trouble
In Psalm 57, David pleads for God's mercy and protection during a time of great distress. He declares his trust in God's faithfulness and praises Him for His steadfast love and faithfulness. David ends the psalm with a declaration of his intention to praise and thank God among the nations.
Commentary
This psalm is a beautiful and powerful expression of trust in God in times of trouble. David's trust in God's faithfulness and love is evident throughout the psalm, even as he faces his enemies and danger. His declaration of God's greatness and his intention to praise Him in all situations is a powerful reminder of the importance of trusting in God's goodness and sovereignty, no matter what we face. This psalm is a poignant reminder of God's love and faithfulness to His people, and His promise to be with us always, even in the midst of difficult circumstances.