New International VersionFor the director of music. Of David. A psalm. You have searched me, LORD, and you know me.
New Living TranslationO LORD, you have examined my heart and know everything about me.
English Standard VersionO LORD, you have searched me and known me!
Berean Standard BibleFor the choirmaster. A Psalm of David. O LORD, You have searched me and known me.
King James BibleTo the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. O LORD, thou hast searched me, and known me.
New King James VersionFor the Chief Musician. A Psalm of David. O LORD, You have searched me and known me.
New American Standard BibleFor the music director. A Psalm of David. LORD, You have searched me and known me.
NASB 1995For the choir director. A Psalm of David. O LORD, You have searched me and known me.
NASB 1977O Lord, Thou hast searched me and known me.
Legacy Standard BibleFor the choir director. Of David. A Psalm. O Yahweh, You have searched me and known me.
Amplified BibleTo the Chief Musician. A Psalm of David. O LORD, you have searched me [thoroughly] and have known me.
Christian Standard BibleFor the choir director. A psalm of David. LORD, you have searched me and known me.
Holman Christian Standard BibleFor the choir director. A Davidic psalm. LORD, You have searched me and known me.
American Standard VersionFor the Chief Musician. A Psalm of David. O Jehovah, thou hast searched me, and known me.
Contemporary English VersionYou have looked deep into my heart, LORD, and you know all about me.
English Revised VersionFor the Chief Musician. A Psalm of David. LORD, thou hast searched me, and known me.
GOD'S WORD® Translation[For the choir director; a psalm by David.] O LORD, you have examined me, and you know me.
Good News TranslationLORD, you have examined me and you know me.
International Standard VersionLORD, you have examined me; you have known me.
NET BibleFor the music director, a psalm of David. O LORD, you examine me and know.
New Heart English Bible[For the Chief Musician. A Psalm by David.] LORD, you have searched me, and you know me.
Webster's Bible TranslationTo the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. O LORD, thou hast searched me, and known me. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleFor the choirmaster. A Psalm of David. O LORD, You have searched me and known me.
World English BibleFor the Chief Musician. A Psalm by David. Yahweh, you have searched me, and you know me. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionTO THE OVERSEER. A PSALM OF DAVID. YHWH, You have searched me, and know.
Young's Literal Translation To the Overseer. -- A Psalm by David. Jehovah, Thou hast searched me, and knowest.
Smith's Literal TranslationTo the overseer, to David a chanting. O Jehovah thou didst search me, and thou wilt know. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleLord, thou hast proved me, and known me:
Catholic Public Domain VersionUnto the end. A Psalm of David. O Lord, you have examined me, and you have known me.
New American Bible
For the leader. A psalm of David. LORD, you have probed me, you know me:
New Revised Standard Version
O LORD, you have searched me and known me.Translations from Aramaic Lamsa Bible
O LORD, thou hast searched me and known me.
Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
LORD JEHOVAH, you have searched me and you have known me.OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917
For the Leader. A Psalm of David. O LORD, Thou hast searched me, and known me.
Brenton Septuagint Translation
For the end, a Psalm of David.O Lord, thou hast proved me, and known me.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context You Have Searched Me and Known Me1For the choirmaster.A Psalmof David. O LORD,You have searched meand known me.2You know when I sit and when I rise; You understand my thoughts from afar.…
Cross References Jeremiah 17:10I, the LORD, search the heart; I examine the mind to reward a man according to his way, by what his deeds deserve.
Hebrews 4:13Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight; everything is uncovered and exposed before the eyes of Him to whom we must give account.
Proverbs 15:3The eyes of the LORD are in every place, observing the evil and the good.
1 Samuel 16:7But the LORD said to Samuel, “Do not consider his appearance or height, for I have rejected him; the LORD does not see as man does. For man sees the outward appearance, but the LORD sees the heart.”
Job 31:4Does He not see my ways and count my every step?
Matthew 10:30And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered.
1 Chronicles 28:9As for you, Solomon my son, know the God of your father and serve Him wholeheartedly and with a willing mind, for the LORD searches every heart and understands the intent of every thought. If you seek Him, He will be found by you; but if you forsake Him, He will reject you forever.
Romans 8:27And He who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God.
John 2:24-25But Jesus did not entrust Himself to them, for He knew them all. / He did not need any testimony about man, for He knew what was in a man.
Isaiah 46:9-10Remember what happened long ago, for I am God, and there is no other; I am God, and there is none like Me. / I declare the end from the beginning, and from ancient times what is still to come. I say, ‘My purpose will stand, and all My good pleasure I will accomplish.’
Acts 1:24And they prayed, “Lord, You know everyone’s heart. Show us which of these two You have chosen
1 John 3:20Even if our hearts condemn us, God is greater than our hearts, and He knows all things.
Job 34:21For His eyes are on the ways of a man, and He sees his every step.
Luke 12:7And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. So do not be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.
Proverbs 5:21For a man’s ways are before the eyes of the LORD, and the LORD examines all his paths.
Treasury of Scripture O lord, you have searched me, and known me. A. thou hast Psalm 139:23
Search me, O God, and know my heart: try me, and know my thoughts: Psalm 11:4,5
The LORDis in his holy temple, the LORD'S throneis in heaven: his eyes behold, his eyelids try, the children of men… Psalm 17:3
Thou hast proved mine heart; thou hast visitedme in the night; thou hast tried me,and shalt find nothing; I am purposedthat my mouth shall not transgress. Jump to Previous ChiefChoirmasterDavidDirectorLeaderMusicMusicianMusic-MakerOverseerPsalmSearchedSearchingSecretsJump to Next ChiefChoirmasterDavidDirectorLeaderMusicMusicianMusic-MakerOverseerPsalmSearchedSearchingSecretsPsalm 139 1.David praises God for his all-seeing providence17.And for this infinite mercies19.He defies the wicked23.He prays for sincerityFor the choirmaster.This phrase indicates that the psalm was intended for public worship and was to be directed by the choirmaster, a leader in the musical aspect of temple worship. The role of the choirmaster was significant in ancient Israel, as music was a central part of worship. This reflects the organized and communal nature of worship in the temple, as seen in 1 Chronicles 15:16-22, where David appoints Levites to lead in song. A Psalm of David.
David, the second king of Israel, is traditionally credited with writing many of the Psalms. His life experiences, from shepherd to king, provide a rich backdrop for his writings. David's psalms often reflect his personal relationship with God, his struggles, and his triumphs. This attribution connects the psalm to a historical figure known for his deep faith and complex life, as detailed in 1 and 2 Samuel. O LORD,
The use of "LORD" in all capitals signifies the Hebrew name Yahweh, the covenant name of God revealed to Moses inExodus 3:14. This name emphasizes God's eternal existence and His personal relationship with His people. It is a reminder of God's faithfulness and His role as the sovereign ruler of Israel. You have searched me
The concept of God searching an individual implies a deep and thorough understanding. In the Hebrew context, this searching is not merely observational but involves a profound knowledge of one's innermost being. This reflects the belief in God's omniscience, as seen inJeremiah 17:10, where God searches the heart and tests the mind. and known me.
To be known by God is to be fully understood and accepted. This knowledge is intimate and personal, suggesting a relationship that goes beyond mere acquaintance. In the biblical context, being known by God is a source of comfort and assurance, as seen inJohn 10:14, where Jesus, the Good Shepherd, knows His sheep. This phrase underscores the personal nature of God's care and attention to His people. Persons / Places / Events 1. David- Traditionally attributed as the author of Psalm 139, David was the second king of Israel, known for his deep relationship with God and his poetic contributions to the Book of Psalms. 2. The LORD (Yahweh)- The covenant name of God used in the Old Testament, emphasizing His eternal existence and His personal relationship with His people. 3. The Psalmist's Reflection- This event is a personal reflection and prayer, where the psalmist acknowledges God's intimate knowledge of him. Teaching Points God's OmniscienceGod's knowledge of us is complete and perfect. He knows our thoughts, actions, and intentions. This should bring comfort, knowing that we are fully known and loved by our Creator. Personal Relationship with GodThe use of "O LORD" signifies a personal relationship. We are invited to engage with God personally, knowing that He is intimately aware of our lives. Self-ExaminationSince God has searched and known us, we are encouraged to examine our own hearts and lives in light of His knowledge. This can lead to repentance and growth in holiness. Security in God's KnowledgeKnowing that God understands us completely can provide security and peace, especially in times of uncertainty or self-doubt. Invitation to TransparencySince God already knows us fully, we are invited to be transparent with Him in our prayers and daily walk, holding nothing back. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 139
Does God truly understand your innermost intentions?
Does He understand us?
If God is omniscient, how can humans have free will without Him predestining their choices?
Psalm 139:1–4: How does God’s complete foreknowledge of every thought and word align with genuine human free will?(1) Searched . . .--Comp. Psalm 44:21, "shall not God search this out." The word is used of mining operations, Job 28:3; of exploring a country, Judges 18:2. Verse 1. - O Lord, thou hast searched me; rather, hast searched me out; i. e. examined into all my thoughts and feelings (comp. Psalm 17:3). And known me; i. e. arrived at a full knowledge of my spiritual condition.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew For the choirmaster.לַ֭מְנַצֵּחַ(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 Psalmמִזְמ֑וֹר(miz·mō·wr)Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4210:Instrumental music, a poem set to notesof David.לְדָוִ֣ד(lə·ḏā·wiḏ)Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1732:David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of JesseO LORD,יְהוָ֥ה(Yah·weh)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of IsraelYou have searched meחֲ֝קַרְתַּ֗נִי(ḥă·qar·ta·nî)Verb - Qal - Perfect - second person masculine singular | first person common singular
Strong's 2713:To penetrate, to examine intimatelyand known me.וַתֵּדָֽע׃(wat·tê·ḏā‘)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - second person masculine singular
Strong's 3045:To know
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