Psalms 9:15
“The heathen are sunk down in the pit that they made: in the net which they hid is their own foot taken.”
Psalms 9:15 in 8 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- The heathen are sunk down in the pit that they made: in the net which they hid is their own foot taken.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- I will rejoice in thy salvation: the Gentiles have stuck fast in the destruction which they have prepared. Their foot hath been taken in the very snare which they hid.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- The nations are sunk down in the pit that they made: In the net which they hid is their own foot taken.
- DARBYDarby
- The nations are sunk down in the pit that they made; in the net that they hid is their own foot taken.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- The nations have sunk down in the pit that they made. In the net which they hid, their own foot is taken.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- Sunk have nations in a pit they made, In a net that they hid hath their foot been captured.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- The nations have sunk down in the pit they made; their own foot is caught in the net they hid.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- The nations have sunk down in the pit they made; their own foot is caught in the net they hid.
Context: Psalms 9
13Have mercy upon me, O LORD; consider my trouble which I suffer of them that hate me, thou that liftest me up from the gates of death:
14That I may shew forth all thy praise in the gates of the daughter of Zion: I will rejoice in thy salvation.
15The heathen are sunk down in the pit that they made: in the net which they hid is their own foot taken.
16The LORD is known by the judgment which he executeth: the wicked is snared in the work of his own hands. Higgaion. Selah.
17The wicked shall be turned into hell, and all the nations that forget God.
About Psalms 9: Praising God for Justice
Psalm 9 expresses the psalmist's gratitude and trust in God's unwavering justice. The psalmist praises God for His deliverance from enemies and calls on all people to acknowledge His glory and righteousness. The psalm recognizes that God's judgments are fair and that the wicked will ultimately receive their due punishment.
Commentary
Psalm 9 is a beautiful expression of faith in God's justice. It reminds us that no matter how powerful or cruel our enemies may seem, God is the ultimate judge and will ensure that justice is served. This psalm encourages us to trust in God's wisdom and sovereignty, even when we face difficult circumstances or injustice. It also reminds us to give thanks and praise to God for His protection and deliverance. Overall, Psalm 9 offers a powerful message of hope and assurance that God is with us and will never abandon us.