New International VersionFor the director of music. A psalm of David. In you, LORD, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame; deliver me in your righteousness.
New Living TranslationO LORD, I have come to you for protection; don’t let me be disgraced. Save me, for you do what is right.
English Standard VersionIn you, O LORD, do I take refuge; let me never be put to shame; in your righteousness deliver me!
Berean Standard BibleFor the choirmaster. A Psalm of David. In You, O LORD, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame; save me by Your righteousness.
King James BibleTo the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. In thee, O LORD, do I put my trust; let me never be ashamed: deliver me in thy righteousness.
New King James VersionTo the Chief Musician. A Psalm of David. In You, O LORD, I put my trust; Let me never be ashamed; Deliver me in Your righteousness.
New American Standard BibleFor the music director. A Psalm of David. In You, LORD, I have taken refuge; Let me never be put to shame; In Your righteousness rescue me.
NASB 1995For the choir director. A Psalm of David. In You, O LORD, I have taken refuge; Let me never be ashamed; In Your righteousness deliver me.
NASB 1977In Thee, O LORD, I have taken refuge; Let me never be ashamed; In Thy righteousness deliver me.
Legacy Standard BibleFor the choir director. A Psalm of David. In You, O Yahweh, I have taken refuge; Let me never be ashamed; In Your righteousness protect me.
Amplified BibleTo the Chief Musician. A Psalm of David. In You, O LORD, I have placed my trust and taken refuge; Let me never be ashamed; In Your righteousness rescue me.
Christian Standard BibleFor the choir director. A psalm of David. LORD, I seek refuge in you; let me never be disgraced. Save me by your righteousness.
Holman Christian Standard BibleFor the choir director. A Davidic psalm. LORD, I seek refuge in You; let me never be disgraced. Save me by Your righteousness.
American Standard VersionFor the Chief Musician. A Psalm of David. In thee, O Jehovah, do I take refuge; Let me never be put to shame: Deliver me in thy righteousness.
Contemporary English VersionI come to you, LORD, for protection. Don't let me be ashamed. Do as you have promised and rescue me.
English Revised VersionFor the Chief Musician. A Psalm of David. In thee, O LORD, do I put my trust; let me never be ashamed: deliver me in thy righteousness.
GOD'S WORD® Translation[For the choir director; a psalm by David.] I have taken refuge in you, O LORD. Never let me be put to shame. Save me because of your righteousness.
Good News TranslationI come to you, LORD, for protection; never let me be defeated. You are a righteous God; save me, I pray!
International Standard VersionIn you, LORD, I have taken refuge. Let me never be ashamed. Because you are righteous, deliver me!
NET BibleFor the music director; a psalm of David. In you, O LORD, I have taken shelter! Never let me be humiliated! Vindicate me by rescuing me!
New Heart English Bible[For the Chief Musician. A Psalm by David.] In you, LORD, I take refuge. Let me never be disappointed. Deliver me in your righteousness.
Webster's Bible TranslationTo the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. In thee, O LORD, do I put my trust; let me never be ashamed: deliver me in thy righteousness. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleFor the choirmaster. A Psalm of David. In You, O LORD, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame; save me by Your righteousness.
World English BibleFor the Chief Musician. A Psalm by David. In you, Yahweh, I take refuge. Let me never be disappointed. Deliver me in your righteousness. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionTO THE OVERSEER. A PSALM OF DAVID. In You, O YHWH, I have trusted, "" Do not let me be ashamed for all time, "" In Your righteousness deliver me.
Young's Literal Translation To the Overseer. -- A Psalm of David. In Thee, O Jehovah, I have trusted, Let me not be ashamed to the age, In Thy righteousness deliver me.
Smith's Literal TranslationTo the overseer, chanting of David. In thee, O Jehovah, I put my trust, I shall not be ashamed forever: in thy justice deliver me. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleUnto the end, a psalm for David, in an ecstasy. In thee, O Lord, have I hoped, Iet me never be confounded: deliver me in thy justice.
Catholic Public Domain VersionUnto the end. A Psalm of David according to an ecstasy.In you, Lord, I have hoped; let me never be confounded. In your justice, deliver me.
New American Bible
For the leader. A psalm of David. [2] In you, LORD, I take refuge; let me never be put to shame. In your righteousness deliver me;
New Revised Standard Version
In you, O LORD, I seek refuge; do not let me ever be put to shame; in your righteousness deliver me.Translations from Aramaic Lamsa Bible
IN thee, O LORD, do I put my trust; let me never be ashamed; deliver me in thy righteousness.
Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
I have hoped in you, LORD JEHOVAH; I shall never be disappointed; deliver me in your righteousness!OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917
For the Leader. A Psalm of David. In thee, O LORD, have I taken refuge; let me never be ashamed; Deliver me in Thy righteousness.
Brenton Septuagint Translation
For the end, a Psalm of David,an utterance of extreme fear. O Lord, I have hoped in thee; let me never be ashamed: deliver me in thy righteousness and rescue me.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context Into Your Hands I Commit My Spirit1For the choirmaster.A Psalmof David. In You,O LORD,I have taken refuge;let me neverbe put to shame;save meby Your righteousness.2Incline Your ear to me; come quickly to my rescue. Be my rock of refuge, the stronghold of my deliverance.…
Cross References Psalm 71:1In You, O LORD, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame.
Psalm 25:20Guard my soul and deliver me; let me not be put to shame, for I take refuge in You.
Psalm 7:1A 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,
Psalm 18:2The LORD is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer. My God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.
Psalm 34:22The LORD redeems His servants, and none who take refuge in Him will be condemned.
Isaiah 45:17But Israel will be saved by the LORD with an everlasting salvation; you will not be put to shame or humiliated, to ages everlasting.
Isaiah 54:17No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and you will refute every tongue that accuses you. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their vindication is from Me,” declares the LORD.
Proverbs 18:10The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.
2 Samuel 22:31As for God, His way is perfect; the word of the LORD is flawless. He is a shield to all who take refuge in Him.
Isaiah 26:4Trust in the LORD forever, because GOD the LORD is the Rock eternal.
Romans 10:11It is just as the Scripture says: “Anyone who believes in Him will never be put to shame.”
1 Peter 2:6For it stands in Scripture: “See, I lay in Zion a stone, a chosen and precious cornerstone; and the one who believes in Him will never be put to shame.”
2 Timothy 1:12For this reason, even though I suffer as I do, I am not ashamed; for I know whom I have believed, and I am convinced that He is able to guard what I have entrusted to Him for that day.
Romans 9:33as it is written: “See, I lay in Zion a stone of stumbling and a rock of offense; and the one who believes in Him will never be put to shame.”
1 Peter 4:19So then, those who suffer according to God’s will should entrust their souls to their faithful Creator and continue to do good.
Treasury of Scripture In you, O LORD, do I put my trust; let me never be ashamed: deliver me in your righteousness. A. Psalm 22:4,5 Our fathers trusted in thee: they trusted, and thou didst deliver them… Psalm 25:2 O my God, I trust in thee: let me not be ashamed, let not mine enemies triumph over me. Psalm 71:1,2 In thee, O LORD, do I put my trust: let me never be put to confusion… deliver Psalm 7:8,9 The LORD shall judge the people: judge me, O LORD, according to my righteousness, and according to mine integritythat is in me… Psalm 43:1 Judge me, O God, and plead my cause against an ungodly nation: O deliver me from the deceitful and unjust man. Psalm 143:1,11,12 A Psalm of David. Hear my prayer, O LORD, give ear to my supplications: in thy faithfulness answer me,and in thy righteousness… Jump to Previous AgeAshamedChiefChoirmasterDavidDeliverDirectorDisappointedHopeLeaderMusicMusicianMusic-MakerOverseerPsalmRefugeRighteousnessSafeSeekShameShamedTrustTrustedJump to Next AgeAshamedChiefChoirmasterDavidDeliverDirectorDisappointedHopeLeaderMusicMusicianMusic-MakerOverseerPsalmRefugeRighteousnessSafeSeekShameShamedTrustTrustedPsalm 31 1.David, showing his confidence in God, craves his help7.He rejoices in his mercy9.He prays in his calamity19.He praises God for his goodnessFor the choirmaster.This phrase indicates that the psalm was intended for public worship and was to be directed by the choirmaster, a leader of music in the temple. The role of the choirmaster was significant in ancient Israelite worship, as music was a central part of their religious expression. This suggests that the psalm was not only a personal prayer but also a communal expression of faith. A Psalm of David.
David, the second king of Israel, is traditionally credited with writing many of the psalms. His life experiences, including his time as a shepherd, warrior, and king, deeply influenced his writings. This attribution connects the psalm to a historical figure known for his deep relationship with God, his leadership, and his poetic skill. David's psalms often reflect his personal struggles and triumphs, making them relatable to believers. In You, O LORD, I have taken refuge;
This phrase emphasizes trust and reliance on God for protection and safety. The concept of God as a refuge is a recurring theme in the Psalms, symbolizing a place of safety amidst life's storms. The use of "LORD" (YHWH) highlights the covenantal relationship between God and His people. This trust in God as a refuge is echoed in other scriptures, such asPsalm 46:1 andProverbs 18:10. let me never be put to shame;
Shame in the biblical context often refers to public disgrace or dishonor. David's plea reflects a desire for vindication and the preservation of his honor. In ancient Near Eastern culture, honor and shame were significant social values. This request for protection from shame is a call for God to uphold His covenant promises and to demonstrate His faithfulness. save me by Your righteousness.
The appeal to God's righteousness underscores His moral perfection and justice. David is not relying on his own merit but on God's character to deliver him. This reflects a deep understanding of God's nature as just and faithful. The concept of salvation through God's righteousness is further developed in the New Testament, where it is fulfilled in the person and work of Jesus Christ, as seen inRomans 3:21-26. Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidTraditionally attributed as the author of this psalm, David often sought refuge in God during times of distress and danger. 2. The LORD (Yahweh)The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal presence and faithfulness to His people. 3. RefugeA metaphorical place of safety and protection, often used in the Psalms to describe God's protective care. 4. ShameIn the Hebrew context, shame is a state of dishonor or disgrace, often associated with defeat or failure. 5. RighteousnessGod's moral perfection and justice, which is the basis for His saving actions. Teaching Points Trust in God's ProtectionJust as David sought refuge in God, believers today are encouraged to trust in God's protection amidst life's challenges. Understanding RighteousnessGod's righteousness is not only about His moral perfection but also His faithfulness to save and deliver His people. Avoiding Shame through FaithBy placing our trust in God, we can avoid the spiritual shame that comes from relying on our own strength. Prayer for DeliveranceLike David, we should pray for God's deliverance, acknowledging our dependence on His righteousness. Living without FearKnowing that God is our refuge allows us to live confidently, without fear of shame or disgrace. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 31
Psalm 31:1 refers to God as a “refuge,” so why do historical records still depict David facing ongoing military defeats?
In light of biblical accounts where the righteous do suffer (e.g., Job), does Psalm 91 contradict other Scriptures regarding God's protection?
Is only God truly good?
How should we respond to acts of abuse?(1) The words of this verse are interesting as being the last words of Xavier, and as concluding the Te Deum.Psalm 31:1-3 occur again with slight variations inPsalm 71:1-3. Let me never.--Literally,let me not for ever be ashamed. Verse 1. - In thee, O Lord, do I put my trust. If prayer to God for aid in a special time of trouble is the main object of the psalm, the expression of full trust in God is a secondary object, and is maintained throughout (see vers. 3-8, 14, 19-21, 24). Notwithstanding the extremity of his danger, his belief is firm in the coming overthrow of his enemies, and in his own deliverance and restoration. Let me never be ashamed (comp. ver. 17, where the idea is expanded). David's enemies having come to an open rupture with him, and appealed to arms ( 2 Samuel 15:10-12; 2 Samuel 17:24-26), one party or the other must of necessity be put to shame. Here he prays that it may not be himself; in ver. 17 he goes a step further, and asks that the shame may fall upon his enemies. Deliver me in thy righteousness. Seeing that my cause is the righteous one.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew For the choirmaster.לַמְנַצֵּ֗חַ(lam·naṣ·ṣê·aḥ)Preposition-l, Article | Verb - Piel - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 5329:To glitter from afar, to be eminent, to be permanentA Psalmמִזְמ֥וֹר(miz·mō·wr)Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4210:Instrumental music, a poem set to notesof David.לְדָוִֽד׃(lə·ḏā·wiḏ)Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1732:David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of JesseIn You,בְּךָ֖(bə·ḵā)Preposition | second person masculine singular
Strong's HebrewO LORD,יְהוָ֣ה(Yah·weh)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of IsraelI take refuge;חָ֭סִיתִי(ḥā·sî·ṯî)Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 2620:To flee for, protection, to confide inlet me neverאַל־(’al-)Adverb
Strong's 408:Notbe put to shame;אֵב֣וֹשָׁה(’ê·ḇō·wō·šāh)Verb - Qal - Imperfect Cohortative - first person common singular
Strong's 954:To pale, to be ashamed, to be disappointed, delayedsave meפַלְּטֵֽנִי׃(p̄al·lə·ṭê·nî)Verb - Piel - Imperative - masculine singular | first person common singular
Strong's 6403:To slip out, escape, to deliverby Your righteousness.בְּצִדְקָתְךָ֥(bə·ṣiḏ·qā·ṯə·ḵā)Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 6666:Rightness, subjectively, objectively
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