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Psalms, 21

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0. To the choirmaster. A Psalm of David.

1. [For the choirmaster Psalm Of David] Yahweh, the king rejoices in your power; How your saving help fills him with joy!

1. In thy strength the king rejoices, O LORD; and in thy help how greatly he exults!

2. You have granted him his heart's desire, not denied him the prayer of his lips.Pause

2. Thou hast given him his heart's desire, and hast not withheld the request of his lips. [Selah]

3. For you come to meet him with blessings of prosperity, put a crown of pure gold on his head.

3. For thou dost meet him with goodly blessings; thou dost set a crown of fine gold upon his head.

4. He has asked for life, you have given it him, length of days for ever and ever.

4. He asked life of thee; thou gavest it to him, length of days for ever and ever.

5. Great his glory through your saving help; you invest him with splendour and majesty.

5. His glory is great through thy help; splendor and majesty thou dost bestow upon him.

6. You confer on him everlasting blessings, you gladden him with the joy of your presence.

6. Yea, thou dost make him most blessed for ever; thou dost make him glad with the joy of thy presence.

7. For the king puts his trust in Yahweh; the faithful love of the Most High will keep him from falling.

7. For the king trusts in the LORD; and through the steadfast love of the Most High he shall not be moved.

8. Your hand will reach all your enemies, your right hand all who hate you.

8. Your hand will find out all your enemies; your right hand will find out those who hate you.

9. You will hurl them into a blazing furnace on the day when you appear; Yahweh will engulf them in his anger, and fire will devour them.

9. You will make them as a blazing oven when you appear. The LORD will swallow them up in his wrath; and fire will consume them.

10. You will purge the earth of their descendants, the human race of their posterity.

10. You will destroy their offspring from the earth, and their children from among the sons of men.

11. They have devised evil against you but, plot as they may, they will not succeed,

11. If they plan evil against you, if they devise mischief, they will not succeed.

12. since you will make them turn tail, by shooting your arrows in their faces.

12. For you will put them to flight; you will aim at their faces with your bows.

13. Rise, Yahweh, in your power! We will sing and make music in honour of your strength.

13. Be exalted, O LORD, in thy strength! We will sing and praise thy power.



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Footnotes:

21:1-2 - The psalmist extols the king's joy in the victories God grants him. This highlights the importance of trusting in God as a source of strength and triumph, reflecting the relationship between faith and success (see also Psalm 20:7 and Philippians 4:13).

21:3-5 - God answers the king's desire with blessings of longevity and glory. This demonstrates God's faithfulness in answering the prayers of the righteous and His willingness to bless those who seek Him (see also Psalm 91:15-16 and 1 John 5:14-15).

21:6-7 - The king's reliance on God is emphasized, showing that his trust is not in human strength but in divine protection. This reflects the importance of faith in times of adversity (see also Proverbs 3:5-6 and Psalm 46:1).

21:8-10 - The psalmist declares that the king's enemies will be defeated. This message emphasizes God's judgment on the wicked and His justice in protecting the righteous (see also Psalm 37:9-10 and Romans 12:19).

21:11-13 - The psalm concludes with a cry for continued strength and protection, acknowledging God's sovereignty. This serves as a reminder of the need for perseverance in prayer and dependence on God (see also Psalm 31:14-15 and Hebrews 4:16).

Verses related to Psalms, 21:

Psalm 21 celebrates the king's victory. How does God respond to the prayers of His anointed? This hymn of gratitude exalts divine power and faithfulness, recognizing the blessings bestowed upon the king. The text emphasizes themes such as God's sovereignty, His kindness to the faithful and triumph over enemies. Psalm 21 also foreshadows Christ's eternal kingship and His final victory. Consider with us five biblical passages that illuminate the enduring principles of this joyful psalm.

2 Samuel 7:29: "Now therefore may it please you to bless the family of your servant, so that they may continue in your presence forever; because you, O Sovereign Lord, have spoken it, and with your blessing the family of your servant will be blessed forever." - This verse reflects the theme of Psalm 21 about God's blessings on the king, who is seen as representing the people.

Revelation 19:12: "His eyes are like flames of fire, and on his head are many crowns and a name written, which no one knows except himself." - The image of the crown in this verse echoes Psalm 21:3, where God places a crown of pure gold on the king's head.

Ephesians 1:3: "Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with all spiritual blessings in the heavenly realms in Christ." - This verse reflects the theme of divine blessings present in Psalm 21.

1 Peter 3:12: "For the eyes of the Lord are upon the righteous, and his ears are attentive to their prayer, but the face of the Lord is against those who do evil." - This verse echoes the theme of Psalm 21 about God favoring the righteous and opposing the wicked.

Isaiah 26:11: "Lord, your hand is raised, but they do not see it. May they see your zeal for your people, and be ashamed; May the fire reserved for your adversaries consume them." - This passage reflects divine judgment against enemies, a theme present at the end of Psalm 21.

FAQ:

What does Psalm 21 say about the king's victory?

Psalm 21 celebrates the king's victory as a blessing from God, who grants him strength, wisdom, and success in his battles. God answers his prayers, and the crowned one is blessed with long life. (Psalm 21:1-7)

How does Psalm 21 describe divine protection?

The Psalm highlights how God protects and gives victory to the king. He uses his strength to defeat his enemies and protect his people. (Psalm 21:8-13)

What does the king ask God for in Psalm 21?

The king asks God for more life, blessings, and continued victory over his enemies, affirming that his trust is in God. (Psalm 21:4-6)

How is God's justice highlighted in Psalm 21?

God's justice is shown in His response to the king's enemies, bringing judgment and destruction to those who oppose His will. (Psalm 21:8-12)

What is the focus of Psalm 21?

The focus of Psalm 21 is gratitude for the victory and blessings received from God, with the king acknowledging that his strength and victory come from God. (Psalm 21:1-13)


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