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The LORD Will Not Forget His People
1O LORD,Godof vengeance,O Godof vengeance,shine forth.2Rise up, O Judge of the earth; render a reward to the proud.…

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O Lord God, to whom vengeance belongs; O God, to whom vengeance belongs, show yourself.

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God, to whom vengeance belongeth.

Deuteronomy 32:35,41,42
To mebelongeth vengeance, and recompence; their foot shall slide indue time: for the day of their calamityis at hand, and the things that shall come upon them make haste…

Isaiah 35:4
Say to themthat are of a fearful heart, Be strong, fear not: behold, your God will comewith vengeance,even Godwith a recompence; he will come and save you.

Isaiah 59:17
For he put on righteousness as a breastplate, and an helmet of salvation upon his head; and he put on the garments of vengeancefor clothing, and was clad with zeal as a cloke.

shew thyself.

Psalm 80:1
To the chief Musician upon ShoshannimEduth, A Psalm of Asaph. Give ear, O Shepherd of Israel, thou that leadest Joseph like a flock; thou that dwellestbetween the cherubims, shine forth.

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8.He teaches God's providence
12.He shows the blessedness of affliction
16.God is the defender of the afflicted.

O LORD, God of vengeance
This phrase acknowledges the LORD as the ultimate judge who enacts justice. In the biblical context, God is often seen as the defender of the oppressed and the one who avenges wrongs (Deuteronomy 32:35). The term "vengeance" here is not about personal revenge but divine retribution, emphasizing God's role in maintaining moral order. Historically, Israel relied on God to deliver them from their enemies, as seen in the narratives of the Exodus and the conquest of Canaan. This reflects a cultural understanding of God as a warrior and protector, a theme prevalent in the Psalms and prophetic literature.

O God of vengeance
The repetition underscores the certainty and importance of God's role as avenger. In Hebrew poetry, repetition is a common device to emphasize a point. This phrase reinforces the belief that God will not overlook injustice. Theologically, it connects to the New Testament teaching that vengeance belongs to God (Romans 12:19), highlighting the continuity of God's character across both Testaments. This also prefigures Christ's role in the final judgment, where He will execute justice (Revelation 19:11-16).

shine forth
This plea for God to "shine forth" is a call for His presence and action to be manifest. In the ancient Near Eastern context, light is often associated with divine presence and revelation. The imagery of shining forth suggests God's intervention in human affairs, bringing clarity and justice. This connects to other scriptures where God's light dispels darkness and reveals truth (Psalm 50:2,Isaiah 60:1). In a Christological sense, Jesus is described as the light of the world (John 8:12), embodying the ultimate revelation of God's justice and mercy.

1.The LORD (Yahweh)
The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal existence and faithfulness to His people.

2.God of Vengeance
A title for God that highlights His role as the just judge who avenges wrongs and upholds righteousness.

3.The Psalmist
The author of the psalm, traditionally attributed to David or another figure seeking God's justice.

4.The Oppressors
Implied adversaries who are committing injustices against the righteous, prompting the call for divine intervention.

5.The Righteous
Those who are suffering under oppression and are seeking God's deliverance and justice.Understanding Divine Justice
God is portrayed as a righteous judge who will ultimately right all wrongs. Believers can find comfort in knowing that God sees every injustice and will act in His perfect timing.

Trusting in God's Timing
While human justice can be flawed and delayed, God's justice is perfect and certain. Christians are encouraged to trust in God's timing and His ultimate plan for justice.

Responding to Injustice
Believers are called to respond to personal and societal injustices with faith and patience, leaving room for God's vengeance rather than taking matters into their own hands.

Reflecting God's Character
As followers of Christ, we are to reflect God's character by seeking justice, loving mercy, and walking humbly with God, as outlined inMicah 6:8.

Prayer for Justice
The psalmist's cry for God to "shine forth" is a model for believers to pray earnestly for God's justice to be revealed in the world.1.What is the meaning of Psalm 94:1?

2.How does Psalm 94:1 encourage us to trust in God's justice today?

3.What does "God of vengeance" reveal about God's character and righteousness?

4.How can we apply the call for God to "shine forth" in our lives?

5.How does Psalm 94:1 connect with Romans 12:19 about vengeance?

6.In what ways can we seek God's justice in our community?

7.How does Psalm 94:1 reflect God's role as a judge in the world?

8.Why does Psalm 94:1 emphasize vengeance as an attribute of God?

9.How should believers reconcile God's vengeance with His love and mercy?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 94?

11.If God is truly the “God of vengeance” (Psalm 94:1), why has so much evil throughout history gone seemingly unpunished?

12.What does the Bible say about revenge and vengeance?

13.What is an imprecatory prayer?

14.What does "God of Recompense" mean?O LORD

• The psalmist begins by addressing the covenant name of God, “LORD,” the personal, faithful God who revealed Himself to Moses (Exodus 3:15).

• By calling on “LORD,” he affirms that the One who hears is both near and committed to His people (Psalm 46:1).

• This sets a relational tone: the cry for justice rises within a secure relationship with the God who “is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and abounding in loving devotion” (Psalm 145:8).

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God of vengeance

• “Vengeance” here is not petty retaliation but righteous justice. Scripture insists that “Vengeance is Mine, and retribution” (Deuteronomy 32:35).

• The title comforts the oppressed: the same God who promises salvation also promises to avenge wrongs (Nahum 1:2;Revelation 6:10).

• By naming Him “God of vengeance,” the psalmist recognizes:

– God’s authority to judge every deed (Ecclesiastes 12:14).

– God’s perfect balance of mercy and justice (Psalm 89:14).

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O God of vengeance

• The repetition intensifies the plea, reflecting urgency and deep longing for God’s intervention—much like the widow’s persistent cry for justice inLuke 18:7–8.

• It underscores the psalmist’s certainty that no one else can right the wrongs; human courts may fail, but the Supreme Judge never overlooks evil (2 Thessalonians 1:6).

• This double address also reminds listeners to leave personal revenge behind: “Beloved, do not avenge yourselves... ‘Vengeance is Mine; I will repay,’ says the Lord” (Romans 12:19).

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shine forth

• The phrase pictures God rising in radiant glory to act publicly.Psalm 50:2 echoes it: “From Zion, perfect in beauty, God shines forth.”

• The psalmist asks that God’s justice move from hidden to visible, turning darkness into light (Isaiah 60:1–2).

• When God “shines,” He:

– Exposes wickedness (John 3:19–20).

– Vindicates His people (Psalm 80:3).

– Displays His holiness so that all nations may know He alone is Lord (Ezekiel 38:23).

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summary

Psalm 94:1 is a fervent, confident call to the covenant-keeping LORD to reveal His righteous justice. By repeating “God of vengeance,” the psalmist affirms that ultimate justice belongs to God alone and asks Him to manifest it openly—to “shine forth.” This verse invites believers to rest in God’s perfect timing, trust His promise to right every wrong, and wait expectantly for His glorious, public intervention.

(1) The original is far more striking in its conciseness.God of retributions, Jehovah, God of retributions shine forth.The emphatic repetition of a phrase is a feature of this psalm. (SeePsalm 94:3;Psalm 94:23.)

Verses 1-7. -The cry for vengeance. Israel is suffering oppression - not, however, from foreign enemies, but from domestic tyrants (vers. 4-6). Innocent blood is shed; the widow and the orphan are trodden down. God, it is supposed, will not see or will not regard (ver. 7). The psalmist, therefore, cries out to God to manifest himself by taking signal vengeance on the evil doers (vers. 1, 2).Verse 1. -O Lord God, to whom vengeance belongeth (comp.Deuteronomy 32:35, "To me belongeth vengeance and recompence;" andJeremiah 51:56, where God is called "the Lord God of reeompences," as he is here - literally - "the Lord God of vengeances").O God, to whom vengeance belongeth, show thyself; or, "shine forth" - make thy justice to appear; show thyself in thy character of a God who will by no means clear the guilty (Exodus 34:7).

Parallel Commentaries ...


O LORD,
יְהוָ֑ה(Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

God
אֵל־(’êl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 410:Strength -- as adjective, mighty, the Almighty

of vengeance,
נְקָמ֥וֹת(nə·qā·mō·wṯ)
Noun - feminine plural
Strong's 5360:Avengement

O God
אֵ֖ל(’êl)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 410:Strength -- as adjective, mighty, the Almighty

of vengeance,
נְקָמ֣וֹת(nə·qā·mō·wṯ)
Noun - feminine plural
Strong's 5360:Avengement

shine forth.
הוֹפִֽיַע׃(hō·w·p̄i·ya‘)
Verb - Hifil - Imperative - masculine singular
Strong's 3313:To shine out or forth, to send out beams, cause to shine


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