Psalms 86:14
“O God, the proud are risen against me, and the assemblies of violent men have sought after my soul; and have not set thee before them.”
Psalms 86:14 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- O God, the proud are risen against me, and the assemblies of violent men have sought after my soul; and have not set thee before them.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- O God, the wicked are risen up against me, and the assembly of the mighty have sought my soul: and they have not set thee before their eyes.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- O God, the proud are risen up against me, And a company of violent men have sought after my soul, And have not set thee before them.
- DARBYDarby
- O God, the proud are risen against me, and the assembly of the violent seek after my soul, and they have not set thee before them.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- God, the proud have risen up against me. A company of violent men have sought after my soul, and they don't hold regard for you before them.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- O God, the proud have risen up against me, And a company of the terrible sought my soul, And have not placed Thee before them,
- BPVBiblePics Version
- O God, the proud rise against me, and violent men seek my life; they do not consider you.
Context: Psalms 86
12I will praise thee, O Lord my God, with all my heart: and I will glorify thy name for evermore.
13For great is thy mercy toward me: and thou hast delivered my soul from the lowest hell.
14O God, the proud are risen against me, and the assemblies of violent men have sought after my soul; and have not set thee before them.
15But thou, O Lord, art a God full of compassion, and gracious, longsuffering, and plenteous in mercy and truth.
16O turn unto me, and have mercy upon me; give thy strength unto thy servant, and save the son of thine handmaid.
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.