Thematic Bible
Psalm 9:1 (show verse)
For the music director; according to the alumoth-labben style; a psalm of David. I will thank the Lord with all my heart! I will tell about all your amazing deeds!
Psalm 9:2 (show verse)
I will be happy and rejoice in you! I will sing praises to you, O sovereign One!
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Psalm 9:3 (show verse)
When my enemies turn back, they trip and are defeated before you.
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Psalm 9:4 (show verse)
For you defended my just cause; from your throne you pronounced a just decision.
Psalm 9:5 (show verse)
You terrified the nations with your battle cry; you destroyed the wicked; you permanently wiped out all memory of them.
Psalm 9:6 (show verse)
The enemy's cities have been reduced to permanent ruins; you destroyed their cities; all memory of the enemies has perished.
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Psalm 9:7 (show verse)
But the Lord rules forever; he reigns in a just manner.
Psalm 9:8 (show verse)
He judges the world fairly; he makes just legal decisions for the nations.
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Psalm 9:9 (show verse)
Consequently the Lord provides safety for the oppressed; he provides safety in times of trouble.
Psalm 9:10 (show verse)
Your loyal followers trust in you, for you, Lord, do not abandon those who seek your help.
Psalm 9:11 (show verse)
Sing praises to the Lord, who rules in Zion! Tell the nations what he has done!
Psalm 9:12 (show verse)
For the one who takes revenge against murderers took notice of the oppressed; he did not overlook their cry for help
Psalm 9:13 (show verse)
when they prayed: "Have mercy on me, Lord! See how I am oppressed by those who hate me, O one who can snatch me away from the gates of death!
Psalm 9:14 (show verse)
Then I will tell about all your praiseworthy acts; in the gates of Daughter Zion I will rejoice because of your deliverance."
Psalm 9:15 (show verse)
The nations fell into the pit they had made; their feet were caught in the net they had hidden.
Psalm 9:16 (show verse)
The Lord revealed himself; he accomplished justice; the wicked were ensnared by their own actions. (Higgaion. Selah)
Psalm 9:17 (show verse)
The wicked are turned back and sent to Sheol; this is the destiny of all the nations that ignore God,
Psalm 9:18 (show verse)
for the needy are not permanently ignored, the hopes of the oppressed are not forever dashed.
Psalm 9:19 (show verse)
Rise up, Lord! Don't let men be defiant! May the nations be judged in your presence!
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Psalm 9:20 (show verse)
Terrify them, Lord! Let the nations know they are mere mortals! (Selah)