Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version A song of ascents. Of David. My heart is not proud, LORD, my eyes are not haughty; I do not concern myself with great matters or things too wonderful for me. New Living Translation LORD, my heart is not proud; my eyes are not haughty. I don’t concern myself with matters too great or too awesome for me to grasp. English Standard Version O LORD, my heart is not lifted up; my eyes are not raised too high; I do not occupy myself with things too great and too marvelous for me. Berean Standard Bible A song of ascents. Of David. My heart is not proud, O LORD, my eyes are not haughty. I do not aspire to great things or matters too lofty for me. King James Bible A Song of degrees of David. LORD, my heart is not haughty, nor mine eyes lofty: neither do I exercise myself in great matters, or in things too high for me. New King James Version A Song of Ascents. Of David. LORD, my heart is not haughty, Nor my eyes lofty. Neither do I concern myself with great matters, Nor with things too profound for me. New American Standard Bible A Song of Ascents, of David. LORD, my heart is not proud, nor my eyes arrogant; Nor do I involve myself in great matters, Or in things too difficult for me. NASB 1995 A Song of Ascents, of David. O LORD, my heart is not proud, nor my eyes haughty; Nor do I involve myself in great matters, Or in things too difficult for me. NASB 1977 O Lord, my heart is not proud, nor my eyes haughty; Nor do I involve myself in great matters, Or in things too difficult for me. Legacy Standard Bible A Song of Ascents. Of David. O Yahweh, my heart is not exalted, and my eyes are not raised high; And I do not involve myself in great matters, Or in matters too marvelous for me. Amplified Bible A Song of Ascents. Of David. LORD, my heart is not proud, nor my eyes haughty; Nor do I involve myself in great matters, Or in things too difficult for me. Christian Standard Bible A song of ascents. Of David. LORD, my heart is not proud; my eyes are not haughty. I do not get involved with things too great or too wondrous for me. Holman Christian Standard Bible A Davidic song of ascents. LORD, my heart is not proud; my eyes are not haughty. I do not get involved with things too great or too difficult for me. American Standard Version A Song of Ascents; of David. Jehovah, my heart is not haughty, nor mine eyes lofty; Neither do I exercise myself in great matters, Or in things too wonderful for me. Contemporary English Version I am not conceited, LORD, and I don't waste my time on impossible schemes. English Revised Version A Song of Ascents; of David. LORD, my heart is not haughty, nor mine eyes lofty; neither do I exercise myself in great matters, or in things too wonderful for me. GOD'S WORD® Translation [A song by David for going up to worship.] O LORD, my heart is not conceited. My eyes do not look down on others. I am not involved in things too big or too difficult for me. Good News Translation LORD, I have given up my pride and turned away from my arrogance. I am not concerned with great matters or with subjects too difficult for me. International Standard Version LORD, my heart is not arrogant, nor do I look haughty. I do not aspire to great things, nor concern myself with things beyond my ability. Majority Standard Bible A song of ascents. Of David. My heart is not proud, O LORD, my eyes are not haughty. I do not aspire to great things or matters too lofty for me. NET Bible A song of ascents, by David. O LORD, my heart is not proud, nor do I have a haughty look. I do not have great aspirations, or concern myself with things that are beyond me. New Heart English Bible [A Song of Ascents. By David.] LORD, my heart isn't haughty, nor my eyes lofty; nor do I concern myself with great matters, or things too wonderful for me. Webster's Bible Translation A Song of degrees of David. LORD, my heart is not haughty, nor my eyes lofty: neither do I exercise myself in great matters, or in things too high for me. World English Bible A Song of Ascents. By David. Yahweh, my heart isn’t arrogant, nor my eyes lofty; nor do I concern myself with great matters, or things too wonderful for me. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionA SONG OF THE ASCENTS. BY DAVID. YHWH, my heart has not been haughty, "" Nor have my eyes been high, "" Nor have I walked in great things, "" And in things too wonderful for me. Young's Literal Translation A Song of the Ascents, by David. Jehovah, my heart hath not been haughty, Nor have mine eyes been high, Nor have I walked in great things, And in things too wonderful for me. Smith's Literal Translation Song of ascensions to David. O Jehovah, my heart was not lifted up, and mine eyes were not exalted, and I went not in great things and in wonders above me. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleLord, my heart is not exalted: nor are my eyes lofty. Neither have I walked in great matters, nor in wonderful things above me. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible A song of ascents. Of David. LORD, my heart is not proud; nor are my eyes haughty. I do not busy myself with great matters, with things too sublime for me. New Revised Standard Version O LORD, my heart is not lifted up, my eyes are not raised too high; I do not occupy myself with things too great and too marvelous for me. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleLORD, my heart is not haughty, nor mine eyes lofty; neither do I deal in great matters, nor in things too high for me. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated LORD JEHOVAH, my heart is not lifted up, neither are my eyes lifted up, neither have I walked in a pretense of things greater than I. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917A Song of Ascents; of David. LORD, my heart is not haughty, nor mine eyes lofty; Neither do I exercise myself in things too great, or in things too wonderful for me. Brenton Septuagint Translation A Song of Degrees. O Lord, my heart is not exalted, neither have mine eyes been haughtily raised: neither have I exercised myself in great matters, nor in things too wonderful for me. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context I Have Stilled My Soul1A song of ascents. Of David. My heart is not proud, O LORD, my eyes are not haughty. I do not aspire to great things or matters too lofty for me. 2Surely I have stilled and quieted my soul; like a weaned child with his mother, like a weaned child is my soul within me.… Cross References Matthew 18:4 Therefore, whoever humbles himself like this little child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven. Philippians 2:3 Do nothing out of selfish ambition or empty pride, but in humility consider others more important than yourselves. James 4:6 But He gives us more grace. This is why it says: “God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.” 1 Peter 5:5 Young men, in the same way, submit yourselves to your elders. And all of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, “God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.” Romans 12:16 Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but associate with the lowly. Do not be conceited. Luke 14:11 For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and the one who humbles himself will be exalted.” Luke 18:14 I tell you, this man, rather than the Pharisee, went home justified. For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but the one who humbles himself will be exalted.” 1 Corinthians 13:4 Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. Ephesians 4:2 with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, Colossians 3:12 Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with hearts of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Proverbs 16:19 It is better to be lowly in spirit among the humble than to divide the spoil with the proud. Proverbs 18:12 Before his downfall a man’s heart is proud, but humility comes before honor. Proverbs 21:4 Haughty eyes and a proud heart—the guides of the wicked—are sin. Isaiah 57:15 For thus says the One who is high and lifted up, who inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy: “I dwell in a high and holy place, and with the oppressed and humble in spirit, to restore the spirit of the lowly and revive the heart of the contrite. Micah 6:8 He has shown you, O man, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you but to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God? Treasury of Scripture Lord, my heart is not haughty, nor my eyes lofty: neither do I exercise myself in great matters, or in things too high for me. A Song of Degrees. Psalm 122:1 A Song of degrees of David. I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the LORD. Psalm 124:1 A Song of degrees of David. If it had not been the LORD who was on our side, now may Israel say; Psalm 133:1 A Song of degrees of David. Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! my heart Numbers 12:3 (Now the man Moses was very meek, above all the men which were upon the face of the earth.) Deuteronomy 17:20 That his heart be not lifted up above his brethren, and that he turn not aside from the commandment, to the right hand, or to the left: to the end that he may prolong his days in his kingdom, he, and his children, in the midst of Israel. 1 Samuel 16:13,18,22 Then Samuel took the horn of oil, and anointed him in the midst of his brethren: and the Spirit of the LORD came upon David from that day forward. So Samuel rose up, and went to Ramah… neither Psalm 78:70-72 He chose David also his servant, and took him from the sheepfolds: … Jeremiah 17:16 As for me, I have not hastened from being a pastor to follow thee: neither have I desired the woeful day; thou knowest: that which came out of my lips was right before thee. Jeremiah 45:5 And seekest thou great things for thyself? seek them not: for, behold, I will bring evil upon all flesh, saith the LORD: but thy life will I give unto thee for a prey in all places whither thou goest. exercise. Psalm 139:6 Such knowledge is too wonderful for me; it is high, I cannot attain unto it. Job 42:3 Who is he that hideth counsel without knowledge? therefore have I uttered that I understood not; things too wonderful for me, which I knew not. Romans 11:33 O the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God! how unsearchable are his judgments, and his ways past finding out! Jump to Previous Ascents Concern David Degrees Difficult Exercise Eyes Great Haughty Heart High Involve Lofty Marvelous Matters Over-Hard Part Proud Raised Song Undertakings WonderfulJump to Next Ascents Concern David Degrees Difficult Exercise Eyes Great Haughty Heart High Involve Lofty Marvelous Matters Over-Hard Part Proud Raised Song Undertakings WonderfulPsalm 131 1. David professing his humility3. Exhorts Israel to trust in God A song of ascents. This phrase indicates that Psalm 131 is part of the Songs of Ascents, a collection of Psalms (120-134) traditionally sung by Hebrew pilgrims as they ascended to Jerusalem for the three major feasts: Passover, Pentecost, and Tabernacles. The ascent is both a physical journey to the elevated city of Jerusalem and a spiritual journey towards God. The Songs of Ascents emphasize themes of trust, humility, and reliance on God, which are central to this Psalm. Of David. My heart is not proud, O LORD, my eyes are not haughty. I do not aspire to great things or matters too lofty for me. Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidTraditionally attributed as the author of this psalm, David was the second king of Israel, known for his humility and reliance on God despite his royal status. 2. Israel The nation to whom the psalm is addressed, representing the collective people of God who are called to humility and trust in the Lord. 3. Jerusalem While not directly mentioned in this verse, Jerusalem is often the setting for David's psalms, symbolizing the spiritual center of Israel. Teaching Points Humility Before GodRecognize that true humility involves acknowledging our limitations and dependence on God, as David exemplifies by not aspiring to matters too lofty. Guarding Against Pride Be vigilant in examining our hearts for pride and haughtiness, understanding that these attitudes can distance us from God. Contentment in Our Calling Embrace the roles and responsibilities God has given us without striving for positions or tasks beyond His calling for us. Trust in God's Sovereignty Trust that God knows what is best for us, and rest in His plans rather than our own ambitions. Cultivating a Childlike Faith Approach God with the simplicity and trust of a child, as David models in his relationship with the Lord.Verse 1. - Lord, my heart is not haughty; or, "not lifted up" (comp. 2 Chronicles 26:16; 2 Chronicles 32:25). Not unduly elated by the prosperity that thou hast bestowed on me. Nor mine eyes lofty (comp. Psalm 101:5), "Pride," as Hengstenberg says, "has its seat in the heart, and betrays itself especially in the eyes." Neither do I exercise myself in great matters, or in things too high for me; literally, too wonderful (comp. Psalm 139:6, "Such knowledge is too wonderful for me: it is high: I cannot attain unto it"). The speculative debates of so-called "wise men" concerning the deep things of God's moral government are probably glanced at (see Job 42:3). Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew A Songשִׁ֥יר (šîr) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 7892: A song, singing of Ascents. הַֽמַּֽעֲל֗וֹת (ham·ma·‘ă·lō·wṯ) Article | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 4609: Elevation, the act, the condition, a climactic progression Of David. לְדָ֫וִ֥ד (lə·ḏā·wiḏ) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse My heart לִ֭בִּי (lib·bî) Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 3820: The heart, the feelings, the will, the intellect, centre is not לֹא־ (lō-) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no proud, גָבַ֣הּ (ḡā·ḇah) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1361: To soar, be lofty, to be haughty O LORD, יְהוָ֤ה ׀ (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel my eyes עֵינַ֑י (‘ê·nay) Noun - cdc | first person common singular Strong's 5869: An eye, a fountain are not וְלֹא־ (wə·lō-) Conjunctive waw | Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no haughty. רָמ֣וּ (rā·mū) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural Strong's 7311: To be high actively, to rise, raise I do not וְלֹֽא־ (wə·lō-) Conjunctive waw | Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no aspire הִלַּ֓כְתִּי ׀ (hil·laḵ·tî) Verb - Piel - Perfect - first person common singular Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk to great matters בִּגְדֹל֖וֹת (biḡ·ḏō·lō·wṯ) Preposition-b | Adjective - feminine plural Strong's 1419: Great, older, insolent or things too lofty וּבְנִפְלָא֣וֹת (ū·ḇə·nip̄·lā·’ō·wṯ) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Verb - Nifal - Participle - feminine plural Strong's 6381: To separate, distinguish, to be, great, difficult, wonderful for me. מִמֶּֽנִּי׃ (mim·men·nî) Preposition | first person common singular Strong's 4480: A part of, from, out of Links Psalm 131:1 NIVPsalm 131:1 NLT Psalm 131:1 ESV Psalm 131:1 NASB Psalm 131:1 KJV Psalm 131:1 BibleApps.com Psalm 131:1 Biblia Paralela Psalm 131:1 Chinese Bible Psalm 131:1 French Bible Psalm 131:1 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Psalm 131:1 A Song of Ascents (Psalm Ps Psa.) |
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