New International VersionHe says to himself, “Nothing will ever shake me.” He swears, “No one will ever do me harm.”
New Living TranslationThey think, “Nothing bad will ever happen to us! We will be free of trouble forever!”
English Standard VersionHe says in his heart, “I shall not be moved; throughout all generations I shall not meet adversity.”
Berean Standard BibleHe says to himself, “I will not be moved; from age to age I am free of distress.”
King James BibleHe hath said in his heart, I shall not be moved: for I shall never be in adversity.
New King James VersionHe has said in his heart, “I shall not be moved; I shall never be in adversity.”
New American Standard BibleHe says to himself, “I will not be moved; Throughout the generations I will not be in adversity.”
NASB 1995He says to himself, “I will not be moved; Throughout all generations I will not be in adversity.”
NASB 1977He says to himself, “I shall not be moved; Throughout all generations I shall not be in adversity.”
Legacy Standard BibleHe says in his heart, “I will not be shaken; From generation to generation I will not be in adversity.”
Amplified BibleHe says to himself, “I will not be moved; For throughout all generations I will not be in adversity [for nothing bad will happen to me].”
Christian Standard BibleHe says to himself, “I will never be moved — from generation to generation I will be without calamity.”
Holman Christian Standard BibleHe says to himself, “I will never be moved— from generation to generation without calamity.”
American Standard VersionHe saith in his heart, I shall not be moved; To all generations I shall not be in adversity.
Contemporary English VersionIn their hearts they say, "Nothing can hurt us! We'll always be happy and free from trouble."
English Revised VersionHe saith in his heart, I shall not be moved: to all generations I shall not be in adversity.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationHe says to himself, "Nothing can shake me. I'll never face any trouble."
Good News TranslationThey say to themselves, "We will never fail; we will never be in trouble."
International Standard VersionThey say to themselves, "We will not be moved throughout all time, and we will not experience adversity."
NET BibleHe says to himself, "I will never be upended, because I experience no calamity."
New Heart English BibleHe says in his heart, "I shall not be shaken. From generation to generation I shall not experience calamity."
Webster's Bible TranslationHe hath said in his heart, I shall not be moved: for I shall never be in adversity. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleHe says to himself, “I will not be moved; from age to age I am free of distress.”
World English BibleHe says in his heart, “I shall not be shaken. For generations I shall have no trouble.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionHe has said in his heart, “I am not moved, "" [And am] not in calamity to generation and generation.”
Young's Literal Translation He hath said in his heart, 'I am not moved,' To generation and generation not in evil.
Smith's Literal TranslationSaying in his heart, I shall not be moved: to generation and generation for not in evil. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleFor he hath said in his heart: I shall not be moved from generation to generation, and shall be without evil.
Catholic Public Domain VersionFor he has said in his heart, “I will not be disturbed: from generation to generation without evil.”
New American Bible
They say in their hearts, “We will never fall; never will we see misfortune.”
New Revised Standard Version
They think in their heart, “We shall not be moved; throughout all generations we shall not meet adversity.”Translations from Aramaic Lamsa Bible
He says in his heart, I shall not be moved from generation to generation; for he conceives evil.
Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
He has said in his heart, "I shall not move for a generation of generations"; he thinks upon evil.OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917
He saith in his heart: 'I shall not be moved, I who to all generations shall not be in adversity.'
Brenton Septuagint Translation
For he has said in his heart, I shall not be moved,continuing without evil from generation to generation.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context The Perils of the Pilgrim… 5He is secure in his ways at all times; Your lofty judgments are far from him; he sneers at all his foes. 6He saysto himself,“I will notbe moved;from ageto ageI am freeof distress.”7His mouth is full of cursing, deceit, and violence; trouble and malice are under his tongue.…
Cross References Proverbs 18:12Before his downfall a man’s heart is proud, but humility comes before honor.
Proverbs 16:18Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.
James 4:13-16Come now, you who say, “Today or tomorrow we will go to this or that city, spend a year there, carry on business, and make a profit.” / You do not even know what will happen tomorrow! What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes. / Instead, you ought to say, “If the Lord is willing, we will live and do this or that.” ...
Isaiah 47:7-8You said, ‘I will be queen forever.’ You did not take these things to heart or consider their outcome. / So now hear this, O lover of luxury who sits securely, who says to herself, ‘I am, and there is none besides me. I will never be a widow or know the loss of children.’
Luke 12:19-20Then I will say to myself, “You have plenty of good things laid up for many years. Take it easy. Eat, drink, and be merry!”’ / But God said to him, ‘You fool! This very night your life will be required of you. Then who will own what you have accumulated?’
Revelation 18:7-8As much as she has glorified herself and lived in luxury, give her the same measure of torment and grief. In her heart she says, ‘I sit as queen; I am not a widow and will never see grief.’ / Therefore her plagues will come in one day—death and grief and famine—and she will be consumed by fire, for mighty is the Lord God who judges her.”
Zephaniah 1:12And at that time I will search Jerusalem with lamps and punish the men settled in complacency, who say to themselves, ‘The LORD will do nothing, either good or bad.’
Job 21:14-15Yet they say to God: ‘Leave us alone! For we have no desire to know Your ways. / Who is the Almighty, that we should serve Him, and what would we gain if we pray to Him?’
1 Thessalonians 5:3While people are saying, “Peace and security,” destruction will come upon them suddenly, like labor pains on a pregnant woman, and they will not escape.
Isaiah 56:12“Come, let me get the wine, let us imbibe the strong drink, and tomorrow will be like today, only far better!”
Ezekiel 28:2“Son of man, tell the ruler of Tyre that this is what the Lord GOD says: Your heart is proud, and you have said, ‘I am a god; I sit in the seat of gods in the heart of the sea.’ Yet you are a man and not a god, though you have regarded your heart as that of a god.
Matthew 24:48-51But suppose that servant is wicked and says in his heart, ‘My master will be away a long time.’ / And he begins to beat his fellow servants and to eat and drink with drunkards. / The master of that servant will come on a day he does not expect and at an hour he does not anticipate. ...
2 Peter 3:4“Where is the promise of His coming?” they will ask. “Ever since our fathers fell asleep, everything continues as it has from the beginning of creation.”
Jeremiah 48:11Moab has been at ease from youth, settled like wine on its dregs; he has not been poured from vessel to vessel or gone into exile. So his flavor has remained the same, and his aroma is unchanged.
Daniel 4:30-31the king exclaimed, “Is this not Babylon the Great, which I myself have built as a royal residence by the might of my power and for the glory of my majesty?” / While the words were still in the king’s mouth, a voice came from heaven: “It is decreed to you, King Nebuchadnezzar, that the kingdom has departed from you.
Treasury of Scripture He has said in his heart, I shall not be moved: for I shall never be in adversity. said Psalm 11:1 To the chief Musician,A Psalm of David. In the LORD put I my trust: how say ye to my soul, Fleeas a bird to your mountain? Psalm 14:1 To the chief Musician,A Psalm of David. The fool hath said in his heart,There is no God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works,there is none that doeth good. Matthew 24:48 But and if that evil servant shall say in his heart, My lord delayeth his coming; not Psalm 15:5He that putteth not out his money to usury, nor taketh reward against the innocent. He that doeth thesethings shall never be moved. Psalm 30:6 And in my prosperity I said, I shall never be moved. Ecclesiastes 8:11 Because sentence against an evil work is not executed speedily, therefore the heart of the sons of men is fully set in them to do evil. never. Jump to Previous AdversityAlwaysEvilGenerationGenerationsHappyHeartI'llMeetMovedShakeShakenThinksThroughoutTroubleJump to Next AdversityAlwaysEvilGenerationGenerationsHappyHeartI'llMeetMovedShakeShakenThinksThroughoutTroublePsalm 10 1.David complains of the wicked12.He prays for remedy16.He professes his confidenceHe says to himselfThis phrase indicates a self-assured inner dialogue, reflecting the mindset of the wicked. In biblical context, self-talk often reveals the heart's true condition ( Psalm 14:1). The wicked's confidence is rooted in pride and self-reliance, contrasting with the righteous who depend on God ( Proverbs 3:5-6). “I will not be moved;
This expression of confidence suggests a belief in personal invincibility. Biblically, being "moved" often refers to stability and security (Psalm 16:8). The wicked's false sense of security is a recurring theme, as seen in the parable of the rich fool (Luke 12:16-21), who also believed in his own permanence. from age to age
This phrase implies a belief in enduring stability across generations. Historically, many ancient cultures, including those surrounding Israel, believed in the permanence of their own power and legacy. This contrasts with the biblical teaching that only God is eternal (Psalm 90:2). I am free of distress.”
The wicked's claim of being free from trouble highlights their ignorance of divine justice. Throughout scripture, distress is often a tool used by God to bring people to repentance (Psalm 119:67). The belief in being free from distress is a delusion, as ultimate peace and security are found only in God (John 16:33). Persons / Places / Events 1. The Wicked ManThe primary subject of this verse, representing those who live in arrogance and self-reliance, believing they are invincible and beyond accountability. 2. The PsalmistTraditionally attributed to David, the psalmist observes and laments the behavior and mindset of the wicked. 3. GodImplicit in the text as the ultimate judge and authority, contrasting the self-assured wicked with divine justice. 4. The OppressedThough not directly mentioned in this verse, they are the victims of the wicked's arrogance and are central to the broader context of the psalm. 5. The Context of DistressThe broader setting of the psalm, where the wicked believe they are free from trouble, while the righteous suffer. Teaching Points The Folly of ArroganceThe wicked man's belief that he will "never be moved" reflects a dangerous arrogance. This mindset ignores the reality of God's sovereignty and the transient nature of human life. The Illusion of SecurityThe phrase "from age to age I am free of distress" highlights the false sense of security that comes from relying on one's own strength and resources rather than on God. God's Sovereignty and JusticeDespite the wicked's confidence, the broader biblical account assures us that God is just and will hold the arrogant accountable. Believers are encouraged to trust in God's ultimate justice. The Call to HumilityThis verse serves as a reminder for believers to cultivate humility, recognizing our dependence on God and the fleeting nature of earthly power and security. Trust in God's DeliveranceWhile the wicked may seem secure, believers are called to place their trust in God's deliverance and protection, knowing that He sees and will act in His perfect timing. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 10
What is the meaning of "I shall not be moved"?
What are intrusive thoughts?
Why do you feel abandoned when God is with you?
What are the different types of prayer?(6) I shall not.--The meaning of the verse is clear, but the construction is involved. Literally, I shall not be moved to generation and generation, which not in evil.The LXX. and Vulg. omit the relative altogether. The best rendering is, "I shall never be moved at any time: I who am without ill." Verse 6. - He hath said in his heart, I shall not be moved (comp. Psalm 30:6). The idea of continuance is instinctive in the human mind. "The thing that has been, it is that which shall be" ( Ecclesiastes 1:9). We expect the sun to rise each day, solely because in the past it has always risen (see Butler's 'Analogy,' part 1. ch. 1.). The wicked man, who has always prospered, expects to prosper in the future; he has no anticipation of coming change; he supposes that his "house will continue for ever, and his dwelling-place to all generations' ( Psalm 49:11); he thinks that "to-morrow will be as to-day, and much more abundant" ( Isaiah 56:12). For I shall never be in adversity; rather, unto generation and generation, I am he who will be exempt from calamity. The wicked man has no thought of dying - he will be prosperous, he thinks, age after age.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew He saysאָמַ֣ר(’ā·mar)Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 559:To utter, sayto himself,בְּ֭לִבּוֹ(bə·lib·bōw)Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 3820:The heart, the feelings, the will, the intellect, centre“I shall notבַּל־(bal-)Adverb
Strong's 1077:A failure, nothing, not at all, lestbe moved;אֶמּ֑וֹט(’em·mō·wṭ)Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - first person common singular
Strong's 4131:To waver, to slip, shake, fallfrom ageלְדֹ֥ר(lə·ḏōr)Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1755:A revolution of time, an age, generation, a dwellingto ageוָ֝דֹ֗ר(wā·ḏōr)Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1755:A revolution of time, an age, generation, a dwellingI am freeלֹֽא־(lō-)Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808:Not, noof distress.”בְרָֽע׃(ḇə·rā‘)Preposition-b | Adjective - masculine singular
Strong's 7451:Bad, evil
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