Psalms 86:10
“For thou art great, and doest wondrous things: thou art God alone.”
Psalms 86:10 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- For thou art great, and doest wondrous things: thou art God alone.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- For thou art great and dost wonderful things: thou art God alone.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- For thou art great, and doest wondrous things: Thou art God alone.
- DARBYDarby
- For thou art great, and doest wondrous things: thou art God, thou alone.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- For you are great, and do wondrous things. You are God alone.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- For great art Thou, and doing wonders, Thou art God Thyself alone.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- For you are great and do amazing things; you alone are God.
Context: Psalms 86
8Among the gods there is none like unto thee, O Lord; neither are there any works like unto thy works.
9All nations whom thou hast made shall come and worship before thee, O Lord; and shall glorify thy name.
10For thou art great, and doest wondrous things: thou art God alone.
11Teach me thy way, O LORD; I will walk in thy truth: unite my heart to fear thy name.
12I will praise thee, O Lord my God, with all my heart: and I will glorify thy name for evermore.
About Psalms 86: A Prayer for Help and Guidance
Psalm 86 is a heartfelt prayer from David, seeking God's merciful help and guidance in times of trouble. David pleads with God to hear his prayers, to forgive him for his sins, and to teach him His ways. He expresses his confidence in God's power and willingness to answer his call and protect him from his enemies. The psalm ends with David's commitment to continue seeking God's guidance and obeying His commands.
Commentary
This psalm is a powerful testament to David's deep faith in God and his reliance on Him in times of need. David's humility and reverence for God are evident throughout the prayer, as he acknowledges his own unworthiness and desperate need for God's mercy and guidance. The psalm also highlights David's trust in God's character, as he praises Him for His goodness, compassion, and faithfulness. Today, we can be encouraged by David's example to turn to God in times of trouble, to seek His guidance and wisdom, and to trust in His unfailing love and grace.