Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version “they have greatly oppressed me from my youth, but they have not gained the victory over me. New Living Translation From my earliest youth my enemies have persecuted me, but they have never defeated me. English Standard Version “Greatly have they afflicted me from my youth, yet they have not prevailed against me. Berean Standard Bible many a time they have persecuted me from my youth, but they have not prevailed against me. King James Bible Many a time have they afflicted me from my youth: yet they have not prevailed against me. New King James Version “Many a time they have afflicted me from my youth; Yet they have not prevailed against me. New American Standard Bible “Many times they have attacked me from my youth up; Yet they have not prevailed against me. NASB 1995 “Many times they have persecuted me from my youth up; Yet they have not prevailed against me. NASB 1977 “Many times they have persecuted me from my youth up; Yet they have not prevailed against me. Legacy Standard Bible “Many times they have assailed me from my youth up; Yet they have not prevailed against me. Amplified Bible “Many times they have persecuted me from my youth, Yet they have not prevailed against me. Christian Standard Bible since my youth they have often attacked me, but they have not prevailed against me. Holman Christian Standard Bible Since my youth they have often attacked me, but they have not prevailed against me. American Standard Version Many a time have they afflicted me from my youth up: Yet they have not prevailed against me. Contemporary English Version "Since the time I was young, enemies have often attacked! But they have not defeated me, English Revised Version Many a time have they afflicted me from my youth up: yet they have not prevailed against me. GOD'S WORD® Translation "From the time I was young, people have attacked me, but they have never overpowered me. Good News Translation "Ever since I was young, my enemies have persecuted me cruelly, but they have not overcome me. International Standard Version "Since my youth they have often persecuted me, yet they haven't defeated me. Majority Standard Bible many a time they have persecuted me from my youth, but they have not prevailed against me. NET Bible "Since my youth they have often attacked me, but they have not defeated me. New Heart English Bible many times they have afflicted me from my youth up, yet they have not prevailed against me. Webster's Bible Translation Many a time have they afflicted me from my youth: yet they have not prevailed against me. World English Bible many times they have afflicted me from my youth up, yet they have not prevailed against me. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionOften they distressed me from my youth, "" Yet they have not prevailed over me. Young's Literal Translation Often they distressed me from my youth, Yet they have not prevailed over me. Smith's Literal Translation Much they pressed me from my youth: also they shall not prevail against me. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleOften have they fought against me from my youth: but they could not prevail over me. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible Viciously have they attacked me from my youth, yet they have not prevailed against me. New Revised Standard Version “often have they attacked me from my youth, yet they have not prevailed against me. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleMy oppressors have been many from my youth, yet they have not prevailed against me. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated My torturers have increased from my youth and they have not prevailed over my power. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Much have they afflicted me from my youth up; But they have not prevailed against me. Brenton Septuagint Translation Many a time have they warred against me from my youth: and yet they prevailed not against me. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Cords of the Wicked1A song of ascents. Many a time they have persecuted me from my youth—let Israel now declare— 2many a time they have persecuted me from my youth, but they have not prevailed against me. 3The plowmen plowed over my back; they made their furrows long.… Cross References Exodus 1:12 But the more they were oppressed, the more they multiplied and flourished; so the Egyptians came to dread the Israelites. 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 We are hard pressed on all sides, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; / persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed. Romans 8:37 No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us. Isaiah 50:7 Because the Lord GOD helps Me, I have not been disgraced; therefore I have set My face like flint, and I know that I will not be put to shame. 2 Timothy 3:11 my persecutions, and the sufferings that came upon me in Antioch, Iconium, and Lystra. What persecutions I endured! Yet the Lord rescued me from all of them. 2 Corinthians 1:10 He has delivered us from such a deadly peril, and He will deliver us. In Him we have placed our hope that He will yet again deliver us, Acts 14:22 strengthening the souls of the disciples and encouraging them to continue in the faith. “We must endure many hardships to enter the kingdom of God,” they said. John 16:33 I have told you these things so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take courage; I have overcome the world!” 2 Corinthians 12:10 That is why, for the sake of Christ, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong. Romans 5:3-5 Not only that, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; / perseverance, character; and character, hope. / And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out His love into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, whom He has given us. James 1:2-4 Consider it pure joy, my brothers, when you encounter trials of many kinds, / because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. / Allow perseverance to finish its work, so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. 1 Peter 4:12-13 Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial that has come upon you, as though something strange were happening to you. / But rejoice that you share in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed at the revelation of His glory. Isaiah 41:10 Do 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 54:17 No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and you will refute every tongue that accuses you. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their vindication is from Me,” declares the LORD. Jeremiah 1:19 They will fight against you but will never overcome you, since I am with you to deliver you,” declares the LORD. Treasury of Scripture Many a time have they afflicted me from my youth: yet they have not prevailed against me. yet they have Psalm 34:19 Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of them all. Psalm 118:13 Thou hast thrust sore at me that I might fall: but the LORD helped me. Psalm 125:1 A Song of degrees. They that trust in the LORD shall be as mount Zion, which cannot be removed, but abideth for ever. Jump to Previous Afflicted Distressed Gained Great Greatly Often Oppressed Overcome Persecuted Prevailed Sorely Time Times Troubles Victory Young YouthJump to Next Afflicted Distressed Gained Great Greatly Often Oppressed Overcome Persecuted Prevailed Sorely Time Times Troubles Victory Young YouthPsalm 129 1. An exhortation to praise God for saving Israel in their great afflictions5. The haters of the church are cursed many a time they have persecuted me from my youth This phrase reflects the enduring struggles and afflictions faced by the people of Israel throughout their history. The "youth" of Israel can be seen as the early days of the nation, beginning with the patriarchs and extending through the period of slavery in Egypt. The repeated persecution highlights the persistent opposition from surrounding nations and internal challenges. This theme of suffering is echoed in the lives of many biblical figures, such as Joseph, who was sold into slavery by his brothers, and David, who faced numerous adversaries. The phrase also resonates with the experiences of the early Christian church, which faced persecution from both Jewish and Roman authorities. Theologically, this can be seen as a foreshadowing of the suffering servant motif found in Isaiah 53, which Christians interpret as a prophecy of Jesus Christ's own persecution and suffering. but they have not prevailed against me Persons / Places / Events 1. IsraelThe nation of Israel is often seen as the speaker in this Psalm, representing the collective experience of the Jewish people who have faced persecution throughout history. 2. Persecutors These are the unnamed adversaries who have oppressed Israel repeatedly. They symbolize the forces of evil and opposition against God's people. 3. Youth This term refers to the early history of Israel, possibly alluding to the time of their enslavement in Egypt or other early adversities faced by the nation. Teaching Points Perseverance Through TrialsThe history of Israel teaches us the importance of perseverance. Despite repeated persecution, they endured. As believers, we are called to remain steadfast in our faith, trusting that God will sustain us. God's Faithfulness The phrase "but they have not prevailed against me" highlights God's faithfulness. No matter how severe the trials, God ensures that His people are not overcome. We can trust in His promises and protection. Spiritual Warfare The ongoing struggle against persecution is a reminder of the spiritual warfare believers face. We must be vigilant and equipped with the armor of God to stand firm against the enemy. Hope in Deliverance Just as Israel was delivered from their oppressors, we have hope in Christ for ultimate deliverance from sin and death. This hope should inspire us to live boldly for Him.Verse 2. - Many a time have they afflicted me from my youth. The repetition emphasizes the fact of Israel's long and bitter suffering. Yet they have not prevailed against me. Israel has not been given as a prey to the heathen's teeth (Psalm 124:6). She is still a nation, unsubdued; she holds her own; the struggle is not ended. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew many a timeרַ֭בַּת (rab·baṯ) Adjective - feminine singular construct Strong's 7227: Much, many, great they have persecuted me צְרָר֣וּנִי (ṣə·rā·rū·nî) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural | first person common singular Strong's 6887: To bind, tie up, be restricted, narrow, scant, or cramped from my youth, מִנְּעוּרָ֑י (min·nə·‘ū·rāy) Preposition-m | Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common singular Strong's 5271: Youth, the state, the persons but גַּ֝ם (gam) Conjunction Strong's 1571: Assemblage, also, even, yea, though, both, and they have not לֹא־ (lō-) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no prevailed יָ֥כְלוּ (yā·ḵə·lū) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural Strong's 3201: To be able, have power against me. לִֽי׃ (lî) Preposition | first person common singular Strong's Hebrew Links Psalm 129:2 NIVPsalm 129:2 NLT Psalm 129:2 ESV Psalm 129:2 NASB Psalm 129:2 KJV Psalm 129:2 BibleApps.com Psalm 129:2 Biblia Paralela Psalm 129:2 Chinese Bible Psalm 129:2 French Bible Psalm 129:2 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Psalm 129:2 Many times they have afflicted me (Psalm Ps Psa.) |
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