Jeremiah 20:13
New International Version
Sing to the LORD! Give praise to the LORD! He rescues the life of the needy from the hands of the wicked.

New Living Translation
Sing to the LORD! Praise the LORD! For though I was poor and needy, he rescued me from my oppressors.

English Standard Version
Sing to the LORD; praise the LORD! For he has delivered the life of the needy from the hand of evildoers.

Berean Standard Bible
Sing to the LORD! Praise the LORD! For He rescues the life of the needy from the hands of evildoers.

King James Bible
Sing unto the LORD, praise ye the LORD: for he hath delivered the soul of the poor from the hand of evildoers.

New King James Version
Sing to the LORD! Praise the LORD! For He has delivered the life of the poor From the hand of evildoers.

New American Standard Bible
Sing to the LORD, praise the LORD! For He has saved the soul of the needy one From the hand of evildoers.

NASB 1995
Sing to the LORD, praise the LORD! For He has delivered the soul of the needy one From the hand of evildoers.

NASB 1977
Sing to the LORD, praise the LORD! For He has delivered the soul of the needy one From the hand of evildoers.

Legacy Standard Bible
Sing to Yahweh, praise Yahweh! For He has delivered the soul of the needy one From the hand of evildoers.

Amplified Bible
Sing to the LORD! Praise the LORD! For He has rescued the life of the needy one From the hand of evildoers.

Christian Standard Bible
Sing to the LORD! Praise the LORD, for he rescues the life of the needy from evil people.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Sing to the LORD! Praise the LORD, for He rescues the life of the needy from the hand of evil people.

American Standard Version
Sing unto Jehovah, praise ye Jehovah; for he hath delivered the soul of the needy from the hand of evil-doers.

Contemporary English Version
I sing praises to you, LORD. You rescue the oppressed from the wicked.

English Revised Version
Sing unto the LORD, praise ye the LORD: for he hath delivered the soul of the needy from the hand of evil-doers.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Sing to the LORD! Praise the LORD! He has rescued the lives of needy people from the power of wicked people.

Good News Translation
Sing to the LORD! Praise the LORD! He rescues the oppressed from the power of evil people.

International Standard Version
Sing to the LORD, give praise to the LORD! For he saves the life of the poor from the hand of the wicked.

Majority Standard Bible
Sing to the LORD! Praise the LORD! For He rescues the life of the needy from the hands of evildoers.

NET Bible
Sing to the LORD! Praise the LORD! For he rescues the oppressed from the clutches of evildoers.

New Heart English Bible
Sing to the LORD, praise the LORD; for he has delivered the soul of the needy from the hand of evildoers.

Webster's Bible Translation
Sing to the LORD, praise ye the LORD: for he hath delivered the soul of the poor from the hand of evil-doers.

World English Bible
Sing to Yahweh! Praise Yahweh, for he has delivered the soul of the needy from the hand of evildoers.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Sing to YHWH, praise YHWH, "" For He has delivered the soul of the needy "" From the hand of evildoers.

Young's Literal Translation
Sing ye to Jehovah, praise Jehovah, For He hath delivered the soul of the needy From the hand of evil doers.

Smith's Literal Translation
Sing ye to Jehovah, praise ye Jehovah: for he delivered the soul of the needy from the hand of those doing evil.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Sing ye to the Lord, praise the Lord: because he hath delivered the soul of the poor out of the hand of the wicked.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Sing to the Lord! Praise the Lord! For he has freed the soul of the poor from the hand of the wicked.

New American Bible
Sing to the LORD, praise the LORD, For he has rescued the life of the poor from the power of the evildoers!

New Revised Standard Version
Sing to the LORD; praise the LORD! For he has delivered the life of the needy from the hands of evildoers.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Sing to the LORD; praise the LORD; for he has delivered the life of the poor from the hand of evildoers.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Praise LORD JEHOVAH! Praise LORD JEHOVAH who has saved the soul of the poor from the hand of the evil doers!
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Sing unto the LORD, Praise ye the LORD; For He hath delivered the soul of the needy From the hand of evil-doers.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Sing ye to the Lord, sing praise to him: for he has rescued the soul of the poor from the hand of evil-doers.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Jeremiah's Complaint
12O LORD of Hosts, who examines the righteous, who sees the heart and mind, let me see Your vengeance upon them, for to You I have committed my cause. 13Sing to the LORD! Praise the LORD! For He rescues the life of the needy from the hands of evildoers. 14Cursed be the day I was born! May the day my mother bore me never be blessed.…

Cross References
Psalm 109:30-31
With my mouth I will thank the LORD profusely; I will praise Him in the presence of many. / For He stands at the right hand of the needy one, to save him from the condemners of his soul.

Psalm 18:48-49
who delivers me from my enemies. You exalt me above my foes; You rescue me from violent men. / Therefore I will praise You, O LORD, among the nations; I will sing praises to Your name.

Psalm 35:9-10
Then my soul will rejoice in the LORD and exult in His salvation. / All my bones will exclaim, “Who is like You, O LORD, who delivers the afflicted from the aggressor, the poor and needy from the robber?”

Psalm 40:1-3
For the choirmaster. A Psalm of David. I waited patiently for the LORD; He inclined to me and heard my cry. / He lifted me up from the pit of despair, out of the miry clay; He set my feet upon a rock, and made my footsteps firm. / He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God. Many will see and fear and put their trust in the LORD.

Psalm 69:30-33
I will praise God’s name in song and exalt Him with thanksgiving. / And this will please the LORD more than an ox, more than a bull with horns and hooves. / The humble will see and rejoice. You who seek God, let your hearts be revived! ...

Psalm 71:23-24
When I sing praise to You my lips will shout for joy, along with my soul, which You have redeemed. / My tongue will indeed proclaim Your righteousness all day long, for those who seek my harm are disgraced and confounded.

Psalm 103:1-4
Of David. Bless the LORD, O my soul; all that is within me, bless His holy name. / Bless the LORD, O my soul, and do not forget all His kind deeds— / He who forgives all your iniquities and heals all your diseases, ...

Psalm 118:14-15
The LORD is my strength and my song, and He has become my salvation. / Shouts of joy and salvation resound in the tents of the righteous: “The right hand of the LORD performs with valor!

Isaiah 12:1-2
In that day you will say: “O LORD, I will praise You. Although You were angry with me, Your anger has turned away, and You have comforted me. / Surely 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 25:1
O LORD, You are my God! I will exalt You; I will praise Your name. For You have worked wonders—plans formed long ago—in perfect faithfulness.

Isaiah 61:10
I will rejoice greatly in the LORD, my soul will exult in my God; for He has clothed me with garments of salvation and wrapped me in a robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom wears a priestly headdress, as a bride adorns herself with her jewels.

Exodus 15:1-2
Then Moses and the Israelites sang this song to the LORD: “I will sing to the LORD, for He is highly exalted. The horse and rider He has thrown into the sea. / The LORD is my strength and my song, and He has become my salvation. He is my God, and I will praise Him, my father’s God, and I will exalt Him.

2 Samuel 22:49-50
who frees me from my enemies. You exalt me above my foes; You rescue me from violent men. / Therefore I will praise You, O LORD, among the nations; I will sing praises to Your name.

Luke 1:46-47
Then Mary said: “My soul magnifies the Lord, / and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior!

Luke 1:68-75
“Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel, because He has visited and redeemed His people. / He has raised up a horn of salvation for us in the house of His servant David, / as He spoke through His holy prophets, those of ages past, ...


Treasury of Scripture

Sing to the LORD, praise you the LORD: for he has delivered the soul of the poor from the hand of evildoers.

for.

Psalm 34:6
This poor man cried, and the LORD heard him, and saved him out of all his troubles.

Psalm 35:9-11
And my soul shall be joyful in the LORD: it shall rejoice in his salvation…

Psalm 69:33
For the LORD heareth the poor, and despiseth not his prisoners.

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Jeremiah 20
1. Pashur, smiting Jeremiah, receives a new name, and a fearful doom.
7. Jeremiah complains of contempt;
10. of treachery;
14. and of his birth.














Sing to the LORD!
The Hebrew word for "sing" is "שִׁירוּ" (shiru), which is a call to vocalize joy and worship. In the context of ancient Israel, singing was a communal activity, often accompanied by instruments, and was a primary means of expressing devotion and gratitude to God. This phrase is an imperative, urging believers to lift their voices in acknowledgment of God's sovereignty and goodness. Singing to the LORD is an act of worship that transcends mere words, engaging the heart and spirit in a profound expression of faith.

Praise the LORD!
The Hebrew word for "praise" is "הַלְלוּ" (halelu), from which we derive "Hallelujah," meaning "Praise Yahweh." This phrase is a call to glorify God, recognizing His majesty and power. In the historical context, praising God was not only a personal act but also a public declaration of His deeds and character. It serves as a reminder of the importance of acknowledging God's role in our lives and the world, reinforcing the community's faith and trust in Him.

For He rescues the life of the needy
The word "rescues" comes from the Hebrew "נָצַל" (natsal), meaning to deliver or save. This phrase highlights God's role as a deliverer and protector, particularly for those who are vulnerable or oppressed. The "needy" refers to those who are poor, afflicted, or in distress, emphasizing God's compassion and justice. Throughout Scripture, God is portrayed as a defender of the marginalized, and this verse reaffirms His commitment to their well-being. It is a powerful reminder of God's active involvement in the lives of His people, offering hope and assurance of His saving power.

from the hands of the wicked
The "hands" symbolize power and control, and the "wicked" refers to those who act in opposition to God's will, often oppressing or harming others. In the ancient Near Eastern context, the wicked were those who violated the covenantal laws and moral codes established by God. This phrase underscores the reality of evil in the world and the ongoing struggle between righteousness and wickedness. However, it also affirms God's ultimate authority and ability to deliver His people from evil forces. It serves as a reassurance that, despite the presence of wickedness, God's justice will prevail, and He will protect and vindicate His faithful ones.

(13) Sing unto the Lord . . .--It was as though heaviness had endured for a night, and joy had come in the morning. As with so many of the Psalms (Psalm 22:22 is, perhaps, the most striking parallel), what began in a cry De profundis ends in a Hallelujah.

Verse 13. - In the confidence of faith Jeremiah sees himself already delivered. He writes in the style of the psalmists, who constantly pass from the language of prayer to that of fruition.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Sing
שִׁ֚ירוּ (·rū)
Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural
Strong's 7891: To sing

to the LORD!
לַֽיהוָ֔ה (Yah·weh)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

Praise
הַֽלְל֖וּ (hal·lū)
Verb - Piel - Imperative - masculine plural
Strong's 1984: To shine

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

For
כִּ֥י (kî)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction

He rescues
הִצִּ֛יל (hiṣ·ṣîl)
Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5337: To strip, plunder, deliver oneself, be delivered, snatch away, deliver

the life
נֶ֥פֶשׁ (ne·p̄eš)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 5315: A soul, living being, life, self, person, desire, passion, appetite, emotion

of the needy
אֶבְי֖וֹן (’eḇ·yō·wn)
Adjective - masculine singular
Strong's 34: In want, needy, poor

from the hands
מִיַּ֥ד (mî·yaḏ)
Preposition-m | Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 3027: A hand

of evildoers.
מְרֵעִֽים׃ (mə·rê·‘îm)
Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine plural
Strong's 7489: To spoil, to make, good for, nothing, bad


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