New International VersionBut you, Sovereign LORD, help me for your name’s sake; out of the goodness of your love, deliver me.
New Living TranslationBut deal well with me, O Sovereign LORD, for the sake of your own reputation! Rescue me because you are so faithful and good.
English Standard VersionBut you, O GOD my Lord, deal on my behalf for your name’s sake; because your steadfast love is good, deliver me!
Berean Standard BibleBut You, O GOD, the Lord, deal kindly with me for the sake of Your name; deliver me by the goodness of Your loving devotion.
King James BibleBut do thou for me, O GOD the Lord, for thy name's sake: because thy mercy is good, deliver thou me.
New King James VersionBut You, O GOD the Lord, Deal with me for Your name’s sake; Because Your mercy is good, deliver me.
New American Standard BibleBut You, GOD, the Lord, deal kindly with me for the sake of Your name; Because Your mercy is good, rescue me;
NASB 1995But You, O GOD, the Lord, deal kindly with me for Your name’s sake; Because Your lovingkindness is good, deliver me;
NASB 1977But Thou, O GOD, the Lord, deal kindly with me for Thy name’s sake; Because Thy lovingkindness is good, deliver me;
Legacy Standard BibleBut as for You, O Yahweh, O Lord, deal with me for Your name’s sake; Because Your lovingkindness is good, deliver me;
Amplified BibleBut You, O GOD, the Lord, show kindness to me, for Your name’s sake; Because Your lovingkindness (faithfulness, compassion) is good, O rescue me;
Christian Standard BibleBut you, LORD, my Lord, deal kindly with me for your name’s sake; because your faithful love is good, rescue me.
Holman Christian Standard BibleBut You, Yahweh my Lord, deal kindly with me because of Your name; deliver me because of the goodness of Your faithful love.
American Standard VersionBut deal thou with me, O Jehovah the Lord, for thy name's sake: Because thy lovingkindness is good, deliver thou me;
Contemporary English VersionBe true to your name, LORD God! Show your great kindness and rescue me.
English Revised VersionBut deal thou with me, O GOD the Lord, for thy name's sake: because thy mercy is good, deliver thou me,
GOD'S WORD® TranslationO LORD Almighty, deal with me out of the goodness of your name. Rescue me because of your mercy.
Good News TranslationBut my Sovereign LORD, help me as you have promised, and rescue me because of the goodness of your love.
International Standard VersionNow you, LORD my God, defend me for your name's sake; because your gracious love is good, deliver me!
NET BibleO sovereign LORD, intervene on my behalf for the sake of your reputation! Because your loyal love is good, deliver me!
New Heart English BibleBut deal with me, the LORD the Lord, for your name's sake, because your loving kindness is good, deliver me;
Webster's Bible TranslationBut do thou for me, O GOD the Lord, for thy name's sake: because thy mercy is good, deliver thou me. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleBut You, O GOD, the Lord, deal kindly with me for the sake of Your name; deliver me by the goodness of Your loving devotion.
World English BibleBut deal with me, Yahweh the Lord, for your name’s sake, because your loving kindness is good, deliver me; Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd You, O Lord YHWH, "" Deal with me for Your Name’s sake, "" Because Your kindness [is] good, deliver me.
Young's Literal Translation And Thou, O Jehovah Lord, Deal with me for Thy name's sake, Because Thy kindness is good, deliver me.
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd thou Jehovah my Lord do with me for sake of thy name: for good thy mercy, deliver thou me. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBut thou, O Lord, do with for thy names sake: because thy mercy is sweet. Do thou deliver me.
Catholic Public Domain VersionBut as for you, Lord, O Lord: act on my behalf for your name’s sake. For your mercy is sweet.
New American Bible
But you, LORD, are my Lord, deal kindly with me for your name’s sake; in your great mercy rescue me.
New Revised Standard Version
But you, O LORD my Lord, act on my behalf for your name’s sake; because your steadfast love is good, deliver me.Translations from Aramaic Lamsa Bible
But thou, O LORD, do good to me for thy name's sake; because thy mercy is good, deliver thou me.
Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And you, LORD JEHOVAH, work with me because of your Name; because your favor is good, save me!OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917
But Thou, O GOD the Lord, deal with me for Thy name's sake; Because Thy mercy is good, deliver Thou me.
Brenton Septuagint Translation
But thou, O Lord, Lord, dealmercifully with me, for thy name's sake: for thy mercy is good.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context The Song of the Slandered… 20May this be the LORD’s reward to my accusers, to those who speak evil against me. 21But You,O GOD,the Lord,dealkindly with mefor the sake ofYour name;deliver mebythe goodnessof Your loving devotion.22For I am poor and needy; my heart is wounded within me.…
Cross References Isaiah 43:25I, yes I, am He who blots out your transgressions for My own sake and remembers your sins no more.
Isaiah 63:7I will make known the LORD’s loving devotion and His praiseworthy acts, because of all that the LORD has done for us—the many good things for the house of Israel according to His great compassion and loving devotion.
Isaiah 63:9In all their distress, He too was afflicted, and the Angel of His Presence saved them. In His love and compassion He redeemed them; He lifted them up and carried them all the days of old.
Isaiah 54:8In a surge of anger I hid My face from you for a moment, but with everlasting kindness I will have compassion on you,” says the LORD your Redeemer.
Isaiah 41:10Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.
Isaiah 41:13For I am the LORD your God, who takes hold of your right hand and tells you: Do not fear, I will help you.
Isaiah 40:11He tends His flock like a shepherd; He gathers the lambs in His arms and carries them close to His heart. He gently leads the nursing ewes.
Isaiah 30:18Therefore the LORD longs to be gracious to you; therefore He rises to show you compassion, for the LORD is a just God. Blessed are all who wait for Him.
Isaiah 12:2Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. For the LORD GOD is my strength and my song, and He also has become my salvation.”
Isaiah 1:18“Come now, let us reason together,” says the LORD. “Though your sins are like scarlet, they will be as white as snow; though they are as red as crimson, they will become like wool.
Romans 8:31-32What then shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? / He who did not spare His own Son but gave Him up for us all, how will He not also, along with Him, freely give us all things?
Romans 8:37No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.
Romans 5:8But God proves His love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
Romans 3:24and are justified freely by His grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus.
Romans 2:4Or do you disregard the riches of His kindness, tolerance, and patience, not realizing that God’s kindness leads you to repentance?
Treasury of Scripture But do you for me, O GOD the Lord, for your name's sake: because your mercy is good, deliver you me. but do Psalm 25:11 For thy name's sake, O LORD, pardon mine iniquity; for itis great. Psalm 31:3 For thouart my rock and my fortress; therefore for thy name's sake lead me, and guide me. Psalm 69:29 But Iam poor and sorrowful: let thy salvation, O God, set me up on high. they mercy Psalm 36:7-9 How excellentis thy lovingkindness, O God! therefore the children of men put their trust under the shadow of thy wings… Psalm 63:3 Because thy lovingkindnessis better than life, my lips shall praise thee. Psalm 86:5,15 For thou, Lord,art good, and ready to forgive; and plenteous in mercy unto all them that call upon thee… Jump to Previous BehalfDealDeliverGoodGoodnessHelpKindlyKindnessLovingMercyName'sSakeSovereignSteadfastJump to Next BehalfDealDeliverGoodGoodnessHelpKindlyKindnessLovingMercyName'sSakeSovereignSteadfastPsalm 109 1.David complains of his slanderous enemies16.He shows their sin21.Complaining of his own misery, he prays for help29.He promises thankfulnessBut You, O GOD, the Lord,This phrase acknowledges the sovereignty and authority of God, emphasizing His position as the ultimate ruler. The use of "O GOD, the Lord" reflects a deep reverence and recognition of God's power and majesty. In the Hebrew text, the name used here is "Yahweh," which is the covenant name of God, highlighting His eternal and unchanging nature. This invocation sets the tone for a plea that is both personal and rooted in a relationship with the divine. deal kindly with me
The request for God to "deal kindly" is a plea for grace and mercy. In the cultural context of ancient Israel, kindness (or "chesed" in Hebrew) is a covenantal term that implies loyalty and steadfast love. This reflects the psalmist's reliance on God's faithful character, as seen throughout the Old Testament, where God's kindness is often linked to His covenant promises to Israel. for the sake of Your name;
The appeal to God's name underscores the importance of His reputation and character. In biblical times, a name was more than just an identifier; it represented one's essence and authority. The psalmist is invoking God's name as a basis for his request, suggesting that God's actions are tied to His own honor and glory. This is consistent with other scriptures, such asEzekiel 36:22, where God acts for the sake of His holy name. deliver me by the goodness of Your loving devotion.
The plea for deliverance is grounded in God's "loving devotion," a term that conveys His steadfast love and faithfulness. This reflects a trust in God's character as one who rescues and redeems. The concept of deliverance is central to the biblical narrative, seen in the Exodus story and fulfilled in the ultimate deliverance through Jesus Christ. The psalmist's request is not based on personal merit but on God's inherent goodness and covenantal love, which is a recurring theme throughout the Psalms and the broader biblical text. Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidTraditionally attributed as the author of Psalm 109, David is expressing a plea for divine intervention against his adversaries. 2. God (Yahweh)The central figure to whom David directs his plea, emphasizing His sovereignty and loving devotion. 3. EnemiesThough not named, they are the adversaries causing distress to David, prompting his call for God's intervention. Teaching Points God's SovereigntyRecognize that God is in control and can act on our behalf according to His will and purpose. Appeal to God's CharacterWhen in distress, we can appeal to God's nature—His loving devotion and goodness—as the basis for our prayers. Trust in Divine JusticeTrust that God will deliver justice in His time and way, rather than taking matters into our own hands. Prayer as a Response to AdversityUse prayer as a primary response to challenges, seeking God's intervention and deliverance. Living for God's Name's SakeOur actions and prayers should reflect a desire to honor God's name and character. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 109
Is His Word prioritized over His Name?
What are the key themes in the Psalms of David?
What archaeological or historical records support or refute the idea of multiple divine beings implied in Psalm 82?
What does it mean to praise God?(21) Do thou for me.--It is almost impossible in English to retain the emphasis of this appeal, made still more emphatic by the sudden change from imprecation on an enemy to prayer for mercy towards self. Verses 21-29. - The psalmist now turns to God in prolonged prayer, setting forth his needs (vers. 22-25), and entreating for help (ver. 26), deliverance (ver. 21), blessing (ver. 28), and triumph over his enemies (ver. 29). Verse 21. - But do thou for me; or, "deal thou with me" (see the Revised Version). O God the Lord; literally, Jehovah the Lord, as in Psalm 68:20; Psalm 140:7; Psalm 141:8; Habakkuk 3:19. For thy Name's sake; i.e. suitably to thy Name - according to thy historically manifested attributes. Because thy mercy is good, deliver thou me. A variant echo of the preceding clause (comp. Psalm 69:16).
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew But You,וְאַתָּ֤ה ׀(wə·’at·tāh)Conjunctive waw | Pronoun - second person masculine singular
Strong's 859:Thou and thee, ye and youO GOD,יְה֘וִ֤ה(Yah·weh)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3069:YHWHthe Lord,אֲדֹנָ֗י(’ă·ḏō·nāy)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 136:The Lorddealעֲֽשֵׂה־(‘ăśêh-)Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular
Strong's 6213:To do, makekindly with meאִ֭תִּי(’it·tî)Preposition | first person common singular
Strong's 854:Nearness, near, with, by, at, amongfor the sake ofלְמַ֣עַן(lə·ma·‘an)Preposition
Strong's 4616:Purpose -- intentYour name;שְׁמֶ֑ךָ(šə·me·ḵā)Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 8034:A namedeliver meהַצִּילֵֽנִי׃(haṣ·ṣî·lê·nî)Verb - Hifil - Imperative - masculine singular | first person common singular
Strong's 5337:To strip, plunder, deliver oneself, be delivered, snatch away, deliverbyכִּי־(kî-)Conjunction
Strong's 3588:A relative conjunctionthe goodnessט֥וֹב(ṭō·wḇ)Adjective - masculine singular
Strong's 2896:Pleasant, agreeable, goodof Your loving devotion.חַ֝סְדְּךָ֗(ḥas·də·ḵā)Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 2617:Kindness, piety, reproof, beauty
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