New International Versionfrom the wicked who are out to destroy me, from my mortal enemies who surround me.
New Living TranslationProtect me from wicked people who attack me, from murderous enemies who surround me.
English Standard Versionfrom the wicked who do me violence, my deadly enemies who surround me.
Berean Standard Biblefrom the wicked who assail me, from my mortal enemies who surround me.
King James BibleFrom the wicked that oppress me, from my deadly enemies, who compass me about.
New King James VersionFrom the wicked who oppress me, From my deadly enemies who surround me.
New American Standard BibleFrom the wicked who deal violently with me, My deadly enemies who surround me.
NASB 1995From the wicked who despoil me, My deadly enemies who surround me.
NASB 1977From the wicked who despoil me, My deadly enemies, who surround me.
Legacy Standard BibleFrom the wicked who devastate me, My deadly enemies who surround me.
Amplified BibleFrom the wicked who despoil and deal violently with me, My deadly enemies who surround me.
Christian Standard Biblefrom the wicked who treat me violently, my deadly enemies who surround me.
Holman Christian Standard Biblefrom the wicked who treat me violently, my deadly enemies who surround me.
American Standard VersionFrom the wicked that oppress me, My deadly enemies, that compass me about.
Contemporary English VersionDon't let my brutal enemies attack from all sides and kill me.
English Revised VersionFrom the wicked that spoil me, my deadly enemies, that compass me about.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationHide me from wicked people who violently attack me, from my deadly enemies who surround me.
Good News Translationfrom the attacks of the wicked. Deadly enemies surround me;
International Standard Versionfrom the wicked who have afflicted me, from my enemies who have surrounded me.
NET BibleProtect me from the wicked men who attack me, my enemies who crowd around me for the kill.
New Heart English Biblefrom the wicked who oppress me, my deadly enemies, who surround me.
Webster's Bible TranslationFrom the wicked that oppress me, from my deadly enemies, who encompass me, Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Biblefrom the wicked who assail me, from my mortal enemies who surround me.
World English Biblefrom the wicked who oppress me, my deadly enemies, who surround me. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionFrom the face of the wicked who spoiled me, "" [From] my enemies in soul who go around against me.
Young's Literal Translation From the face of the wicked who spoiled me. Mine enemies in soul go round against me.
Smith's Literal TranslationFrom the face of the unjust that laid me waste, enemies against the soul will go round about against me. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleFrom the face of the wicked who have afflicted me. My enemies have surrounded my soul:
Catholic Public Domain Versionfrom the face of the impious who have afflicted me. My enemies have surrounded my soul.
New American Bible
from the wicked who despoil me. My ravenous enemies press upon me;
New Revised Standard Version
from the wicked who despoil me, my deadly enemies who surround me.Translations from Aramaic Lamsa Bible
From the sinners who plunder me, from the enemies of my soul who surround me.
Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
From before these sinners who plunder and the enemies of my soul who are set against me.OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917
From the wicked that oppress, My deadly enemies, that compass me about.
Brenton Septuagint Translation
from the face of the ungodly that have afflicted me: mine enemies have compassed about my soul.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context Hear My Righteous Plea… 8Keep me as the apple of Your eye; hide me in the shadow of Your wings 9fromthe wickedwhoassail me,from my mortalenemieswho surround me.10They have closed their callous hearts; their mouths speak with arrogance.…
Cross References Psalm 18:48who delivers me from my enemies. You exalt me above my foes; You rescue me from violent men.
Psalm 31:15My times are in Your hands; deliver me from my enemies and from those who pursue me.
Psalm 140:1-2For the choirmaster. A Psalm of David. Rescue me, O LORD, from evil men. Protect me from men of violence, / who devise evil in their hearts and stir up war all day long.
Psalm 7:1-2A Shiggaion of David, which he sang to the LORD concerning the words of Cush, a Benjamite. O LORD my God, I take refuge in You; save me and deliver me from all my pursuers, / or they will shred my soul like a lion and tear me to pieces with no one to rescue me.
Psalm 22:12-13Many bulls surround me; strong bulls of Bashan encircle me. / They open their jaws against me like lions that roar and maul.
Psalm 27:2When the wicked came upon me to devour my flesh, my enemies and foes stumbled and fell.
Psalm 56:2My enemies pursue me all day long, for many proudly assail me.
Psalm 59:1-2For the choirmaster. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” A Miktam of David, when Saul sent men to watch David’s house in order to kill him. Deliver me from my enemies, O my God; protect me from those who rise against me. / Deliver me from workers of iniquity, and save me from men of bloodshed.
Psalm 64:1-2For the choirmaster. A Psalm of David. Hear, O God, my voice of complaint; preserve my life from dread of the enemy. / Hide me from the scheming of the wicked, from the mob of workers of iniquity,
Psalm 71:10-11For my enemies speak against me, and those who lie in wait for my life conspire, / saying, “God has forsaken him; pursue him and seize him, for there is no one to rescue him.”
Psalm 86:14The arrogant rise against me, O God; a band of ruthless men seeks my life; they have no regard for You.
Psalm 109:3They surround me with hateful words and attack me without cause.
Proverbs 1:11-12If they say, “Come along, let us lie in wait for blood, let us ambush the innocent without cause, / let us swallow them alive like Sheol, and whole like those descending into the Pit.
Isaiah 59:7Their feet run to evil; they are swift to shed innocent blood. Their thoughts are sinful thoughts; ruin and destruction lie in their wake.
Jeremiah 18:18Then some said, “Come, let us make plans against Jeremiah, for the law will never be lost to the priest, nor counsel to the wise, nor an oracle to the prophet. Come, let us denounce him and pay no heed to any of his words.”
Treasury of Scripture From the wicked that oppress me, from my deadly enemies, who compass me about. oppress me [Heb. 1 Chronicles 17:9 Also I will ordain a place for my people Israel, and will plant them, and they shall dwell in their place, and shall be moved no more; neither shall the children of wickedness waste them any more, as at the beginning, deadly enemies [Heb. Psalm 7:5 Let the enemy persecute my soul, and takeit; yea, let him tread down my life upon the earth, and lay mine honour in the dust. Selah. Psalm 35:4,7,12 Let them be confounded and put to shame that seek after my soul: let them be turned back and brought to confusion that devise my hurt… 1 Samuel 24:11 Moreover, my father, see, yea, see the skirt of thy robe in my hand: for in that I cut off the skirt of thy robe, and killed thee not, know thou and see thatthere is neither evil nor transgression in mine hand, and I have not sinned against thee; yet thou huntest my soul to take it. Jump to Previous AssailCompassDeadlyDeathDesiringDespoilDestroyEncompassEnemiesEvil-DoersFaceMortalOppressRoundSoulSpoiledSurroundViolentWickedJump to Next AssailCompassDeadlyDeathDesiringDespoilDestroyEncompassEnemiesEvil-DoersFaceMortalOppressRoundSoulSpoiledSurroundViolentWickedPsalm 17 1.David, in confidence of his integrity, craves defense of God against his enemies10.He shows their pride, craft, and eagerness13.He prays against them in confidence of his hopefrom the wicked who assail meThis phrase highlights the psalmist's plea for protection against those who are morally corrupt and actively seeking to harm him. The term "wicked" is often used in the Psalms to describe individuals who live in opposition to God's laws and righteousness. In the historical context of David's life, this could refer to various adversaries, including King Saul, who pursued David out of jealousy and fear. The word "assail" suggests a relentless and aggressive attack, indicating the severity of the threat. Biblically, the wicked are often portrayed as those who reject God's authority, as seen in Psalm 1:1, which contrasts the way of the righteous with the path of sinners. This plea for deliverance is a common theme in the Psalms, reflecting the ongoing spiritual battle between good and evil. from my mortal enemies who surround me
The phrase "mortal enemies" emphasizes the life-threatening nature of the opposition faced by the psalmist. These are not just spiritual adversaries but physical ones who pose a real danger to his life. The imagery of being "surrounded" suggests a situation of entrapment or siege, where escape seems impossible. This can be seen in the historical context of David's life, where he often found himself encircled by enemies, such as during his flight from Saul or in battles with surrounding nations. Theologically, this reflects the believer's experience of feeling overwhelmed by the forces of evil in the world. The concept of being surrounded by enemies is echoed in other scriptures, such asPsalm 22:12-13, where David describes being encircled by fierce adversaries. This also foreshadows the experiences of Jesus Christ, who was surrounded by those who sought His life, ultimately leading to His crucifixion. The plea for deliverance from mortal enemies underscores the need for divine intervention and protection, a theme that resonates throughout the biblical narrative. Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidThe author of this Psalm, David is expressing his plea for protection from his enemies. He is often seen as a type of Christ, representing the righteous sufferer. 2. The WickedThese are the adversaries of David, representing those who oppose God's people and His purposes. They are characterized by their hostility and intent to harm. 3. EnemiesSpecifically referred to as "mortal enemies," these are individuals or groups who pose a significant threat to David's life and well-being. 4. SurroundingThis term indicates the sense of being encircled or besieged, highlighting the intensity of the threat David feels. 5. GodImplicit in the text as the one to whom David cries out for deliverance and protection from his enemies. Teaching Points Dependence on God for ProtectionJust as David sought God's protection from his enemies, believers today are encouraged to rely on God for safety and deliverance in times of trouble. Recognition of Spiritual WarfareUnderstanding that our battles are not only physical but also spiritual, as seen in the New Testament, helps believers to pray and act with discernment. Prayer as a WeaponDavid's example of turning to God in prayer when surrounded by enemies teaches us the importance of prayer as a powerful tool in facing life's challenges. Trust in God's SovereigntyDespite being surrounded by threats, David's trust in God's sovereignty serves as a model for believers to have faith in God's ultimate control over their circumstances. Community and SupportRecognizing that we are not alone in our struggles, believers are encouraged to seek support and prayer from their faith community, just as David had his mighty men and followers. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 17
Where is the historical or archaeological evidence for the specific persecutions mentioned in Psalm 17:9–12?
What is the Bible's perspective on hate?
What is the biblical perspective on snakes?
Psalm 9:6 states the enemy is 'come to a perpetual end,' yet evil persists globally; how can this be reconciled?(9) Deadly.--Literally, with the soul,or life,or better, as in the Syriac, "against the life," and so deadly.Others take it adverbially with the verb, "eagerly compass." Verse 9. - From the wicked that oppress me; or, lay me waste - treat me as invaders treat an enemy's territory (see Isaiah 15:1). From my deadly enemies, who compass me about; literally, my enemies in soul - those who in heart and mind are wholly set against me. When hunted by Saul upon the mountains, David was often "compassed about" with foes ( 1 Samuel 23:14, 15, 26; 1 Samuel 26:20).
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew fromמִפְּנֵ֣י(mip·pə·nê)Preposition-m | Noun - common plural construct
Strong's 6440:The facethe wickedרְ֭שָׁעִים(rə·šā·‘îm)Adjective - masculine plural
Strong's 7563:Wrong, an, bad personwhoז֣וּ(zū)Pronoun - relative
Strong's 2098:This, which, whoassail me,שַׁדּ֑וּנִי(šad·dū·nî)Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural | first person common singular
Strong's 7703:To deal violently with, despoil, devastate, ruinfrom my mortalבְּ֝נֶ֗פֶשׁ(bə·ne·p̄eš)Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 5315:A soul, living being, life, self, person, desire, passion, appetite, emotionenemiesאֹיְבַ֥י(’ō·yə·ḇay)Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct | first person common singular
Strong's 341:Hating, an adversarywho surround me.יַקִּ֥יפוּ(yaq·qî·p̄ū)Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 5362:To strike, to knock together, surround, circulate
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