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Psalms 4:3
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Know that the Lord has set apartthe faithful for himself;the Lord will hear when I call to him.
But know that the LORD has set apart for himself him who is godly: The LORD will hear when I call to him.
But know that the Lord hath set apart him that is godly for himself: the Lord will hear when I call unto him.
But know that the Lord has set apart the godly for himself; the Lord hears when I call to him.
You know that the Lord has chosen for himself those who are loyal to him. The Lord listens when I pray to him.
Realize that the Lord shows the godly special favor; the Lord responds when I cry out to him.
But know that the LORD has set apart for Himself [and dealt wonderfully with] the godly man [the one of honorable character and moral courage—the one who does right]. The LORD hears and responds when I call to Him.
But know that the LORD has set apart the godly person for Himself; The LORD hears when I call to Him.
But know that Yahweh has set apart for himself him who is godly: Yahweh will hear when I call to him.
For be ye sure that the Lorde hath chosen to himselfe a godly man: the Lorde will heare when I call vnto him.
But know that Yahweh has set apart the holy one for Himself;Yahweh hears when I call to Him.
Know that the LORD has set apart the godly for Himself; the LORD will hear when I call to Him.
The Lord has chosen everyone who is faithful to be his very own, and he answers my prayers.
Men of rank, how long will you shame my honor, love what is vain, chase after lies? (Selah)
But know that Jehovah hath set apart the pious [man] for himself: Jehovah will hear when I call unto him.
You can be sure that anyone who serves the Lord faithfully is special to him. The Lord listens when I pray to him.
But know that the LORD has set apart for himself him that is wonderful; the LORD will hear when I call to him.
Remember that the Lord has chosen the righteous for his own, and he hears me when I call to him.
But know that Yahweh has set apart for himself the faithful one. Yahweh hears when I call to him.
But know that Jehovah has set apart the godly for Himself. Jehovah hears when I call to Him.
Sela Knowe this, that the LORDE dealeth maruelously with his saynte: and when I call vpon the LORDE, he heareth me.
But know that Jehovah hath set apart for himself him that is godly: Jehovah will hear when I call unto him.
See how the Lord has made great his mercy for me; the Lord will give ear to my cry.
O ye sons of men, how long shall my glory be put to shame, in that ye love vanity, and seek after falsehood? Selah
But know that the Lord hath set apart him that is godly, for himselfe: the Lord will heare when I call vnto him.
For ye must know that God hath chosen to him selfe a godly [man]: God wyl heare when I call vnto hym.
But know ye that the Lord has done wondrous things for his holy one: the Lord will hear me when I cry to him.
But know that the LORD hath set apart him that is godly for himself: the LORD will hear when I call unto him.
And wite ye, that the Lord hath maad merueilous his hooli man; the Lord schal here me, whanne Y schal crye to hym.
But know that Yahweh has set apart for himself him that is godly: Yahweh will hear when I call to him.
But know that the LORD hath set apart him that is godly for himself: the LORD will hear when I call to him.
But know that the Lord has set apart [fn] for Himself him who is godly;The Lord will hear when I call to Him.
You can be sure of this: The Lord set apart the godly for himself. The Lord will answer when I call to him.
Know that the Lord has set apart him who is God-like for Himself. The Lord hears when I call to Him.
But know that the Lord has set apart the faithful for himself; the Lord hears when I call to him.
Know ye, then, that Yahweh hath set apart the man of lovingkindness for himself: Yahweh, will hear, when I cry to him.
(4-4) Know ye also that the Lord hath made his holy one wonderful: the Lord will hear me when I shall cry unto him.
And know ye that Jehovah Hath separated a saintly one to Himself. Jehovah heareth in my calling to Him.
Look at this: look Who got picked by God ! He listens the split second I call to him.
But know that the Lord has set apart the godly man for Himself; The Lord hears when I call to Him.
Contextual Overview
Bible Verse Review
from Treasury of Scripure Knowledge
that the: Exodus 33:16, Ephesians 2:10, 2 Thessalonians 2:13, 2 Thessalonians 2:14, 2 Timothy 2:19, 1 Peter 2:9, 2 Peter 2:9
for: Titus 2:14
the Lord: Psalms 34:15, Psalms 55:16, Psalms 55:17, Psalms 56:9, Psalms 91:14, Psalms 91:15, John 15:16
Reciprocal: Genesis 15:12 - horror Psalms 3:3 - my Psalms 32:6 - godly Psalms 65:4 - choosest Psalms 86:2 - Preserve Isaiah 43:21 - General Daniel 1:9 - General Micah 7:7 - my God Titus 2:12 - godly
Cross-References
Now Adam knew Eve his wife, and she conceived and bore Cain, saying, "I have gotten a man with the help of the LORD."
And now you are cursed from the ground, which has opened its mouth to receive your brother's blood from your hand.
All the best of the oil, and all the best of the wine and of the grain, the first fruits of what they give to the LORD, I give to you.
And after a while the brook dried up, because there was no rain in the land.
While this was taking place I was not in Jerusalem, for in the thirty-second year of Ar-ta-xerx'es king of Babylon I went to the king. And after some time I asked leave of the king
Gill's Notes on the Bible
But know,.... Take notice of it, consider it, be assured of the truth, of it; it may be depended upon as fact,
that the Lord hath set apart him that is godly for himself: which may be understood of David himself, an holy good man; a man after God's own heart; whom the Lord chose, and in a marvellous manner separated from the rest of his brethren; took him from the sheepfold, and set him upon the throne of Israel, for the glory of his great name; and therefore the attempts of his enemies against him would be without success: and also of the Messiah, God's Holy One, whom he has chosen out from among the people to be their Saviour and Redeemer, to the glory of his grace; wherefore the work of the Lord has prospered in his hands: and likewise of all the saints, and of their election; which act is expressed by their being set apart, or separated from others, who are called the rest; and which is a marvellous act of grace: for the word may be rendered, "he hath wonderfully set apart" n. It is an amazing instance of grace that God should make one to differ from another, and separate them from their mother's womb, and call them by his grace. The object of this act is "him that is godly", or "holy" o: not that any are set apart or chosen by God for their godliness, or holiness; for they are chosen through sanctification of the Spirit, and not because they were or it was foreseen they would be holy. Holiness, faith, godliness, and good works, are the fruits of election, and not the causes of it: but the word ×ס××, rendered "godly", signifies "good" and "merciful" p; and designs one, that God is good, and gracious, and merciful unto; who is an object of his free grace and favour; and therefore he chooses and sets him apart of his own grace and mercy, and according to his sovereign will and pleasure: and that "for himself"; for his own use and service, for his praise and honour, and to the glory of his grace; which is his grand end in predestination, election, and in all spiritual blessings. And now all attempts against such persons are in vain; all charges against them are of no avail; all methods, whether by open force of persecutors, or by the cunning of false teachers, that lie in wait to deceive, to prevail against them, prove failures: and God will avenge his elect, that cry unto him day and night; as follows;
the Lord will hear when I call unto him; and deliver out of the hands of enemies, and cut them off: wherefore it is a vain thing for men to set themselves against Christ and his people.
n So Ainsworth. ×פ×× "mirificavit", V. L. "mirabilem effecit", Gejerus o ×ס×× "sanctum", V. L. Muis, De Dieu. p "Eum quem benigne acceperit", Junius Tremellius "beneficiarium", Gejerus, Michaelis; "gratia vel favore a Deo affectum", Hammond.
Barnes' Notes on the Bible
But know - This is addressed to those whom, in the previous verse, he had called the âsons of men;â that is, his foes. This is designed to show them that their opposition to him must be vain, since God had determined to set him apart for his own service, and would, therefore, hear his prayer for relief and protection.
That the Lord hath set apart - That Yahweh had done this; that is, that he had designated him to accomplish a certain work, or that he regarded him as an instrument to perform it. He would, therefore, protect him whom he had thus appointed; and their efforts were really directed against Yahweh himself, and must be vain.
Him that is godly for himself - For his own purposes, or to accomplish his own designs. The reference is here undoubtedly to the psalmist himself; that is, to David. The word âgodly,â as applied to himself, is probably used in contrast with his enemies as being engaged in wicked designs, to wit, in rebellion, and in seeking to dispossess him of his lawful throne. The psalmist felt that his cause was a righteous cause, that he had done nothing to deserve this treatment at their hands; and that he had been originally exalted to the throne because God regarded him as a friend of himself and of his cause; and because he knew that he would promote the interests of that cause. The word here rendered âgodly,â ×ס×× chaÌsıÌyd, is derived from ××¡× chesed, which means desire, ardor, zeal; and then kindness, benignity, love toward God or man. Here the word properly denotes one who has love to God, or one who is truly pious; and it is correctly rendered âgodly.â Compare Psalms 30:4-5; Psalms 31:23; Psalms 37:28. The idea is, that as God had appointed him for his own great purposes, the real aim of the rebels was to oppose Yahweh; and the purposes in which they were engaged could not, therefore, be successful.
The Lord will hear when I call unto him - As I am engaged in his service; as I am appointed to accomplish a certain purpose for him, I may confidently believe that he will hear me, and will deliver me out of their hands. Is not this always the true ground of encouragement to pray - that if God has a purpose to accomplish by us he will hear our prayer, and save us from danger, and deliver us out of the hand of our enemies? And should not this be the main design in our prayers - that God âwouldâ thus spare us that we may accomplish the work which he has given us to do?
Clarke's Notes on the Bible
Verse Psalms 4:3. The Lord hath set apart him that is godly — ×ס×× chasid, the pious, benevolent man. He has marked such, and put them aside as his own property. "This merciful man, this feeling, tender-hearted man, is my own property; touch not a hair of his head!"
