Psalm 147:15
New International Version
He sends his command to the earth; his word runs swiftly.

New Living Translation
He sends his orders to the world— how swiftly his word flies!

English Standard Version
He sends out his command to the earth; his word runs swiftly.

Berean Standard Bible
He sends forth His command to the earth; His word runs swiftly.

King James Bible
He sendeth forth his commandment upon earth: his word runneth very swiftly.

New King James Version
He sends out His command to the earth; His word runs very swiftly.

New American Standard Bible
He sends His command to the earth; His word runs very swiftly.

NASB 1995
He sends forth His command to the earth; His word runs very swiftly.

NASB 1977
He sends forth His command to the earth; His word runs very swiftly.

Legacy Standard Bible
The One who sends forth His command to the earth; His word runs very swiftly,

Amplified Bible
He sends His command to the earth; His word runs very swiftly.

Christian Standard Bible
He sends his command throughout the earth; his word runs swiftly.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
He sends His command throughout the earth; His word runs swiftly.

American Standard Version
He sendeth out his commandment upon earth; His word runneth very swiftly.

Contemporary English Version
As soon as God speaks, the earth obeys.

English Revised Version
He sendeth out his commandment upon earth; his word runneth very swiftly.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
He is the one who sends his promise throughout the earth. His word travels with great speed.

Good News Translation
He gives a command to the earth, and what he says is quickly done.

International Standard Version
He sends out his command to the earth, making his word go forth quickly.

Majority Standard Bible
He sends forth His command to the earth; His word runs swiftly.

NET Bible
He sends his command through the earth; swiftly his order reaches its destination.

New Heart English Bible
He sends out his commandment to the earth. His word runs very swiftly.

Webster's Bible Translation
He sendeth forth his commandment upon earth: his word runneth very swiftly.

World English Bible
He sends out his commandment to the earth. His word runs very swiftly.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Who is sending forth His saying [on] earth, "" His word runs very speedily.

Young's Literal Translation
Who is sending forth His saying on earth, Very speedily doth His word run.

Smith's Literal Translation
Sending his word upon the earth, even till his word shall run quickly.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Who sendeth forth his speech to the earth: his word runneth swiftly.

Catholic Public Domain Version
He sends forth his eloquence to the earth. His word runs swiftly.

New American Bible
He sends his command to earth; his word runs swiftly!

New Revised Standard Version
He sends out his command to the earth; his word runs swiftly.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
He sends forth his commandment upon earth; his word runs very swiftly.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
He sends his word upon Earth and his answer runs quickly.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
He sendeth out His commandment upon earth; His word runneth very swiftly.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
He sends his oracle to the earth: his word will run swiftly.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
It is Good to Sing Praises
14He makes peace at your borders; He fills you with the finest wheat. 15He sends forth His command to the earth; His word runs swiftly. 16He spreads the snow like wool; He scatters the frost like ashes;…

Cross References
Isaiah 55:11
so My word that proceeds from My mouth will not return to Me empty, but it will accomplish what I please, and it will prosper where I send it.

Job 37:12-13
They swirl about, whirling at His direction, accomplishing all that He commands over the face of all the earth. / Whether for punishment or for His land, He accomplishes this in His loving devotion.

Hebrews 4:12
For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it pierces even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow. It judges the thoughts and intentions of the heart.

Jeremiah 23:29
“Is not My word like fire,” declares the LORD, “and like a hammer that smashes a rock?”

Genesis 1:3
And God said, “Let there be light,” and there was light.

John 1:1-3
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. / He was with God in the beginning. / Through Him all things were made, and without Him nothing was made that has been made.

Isaiah 40:8
The grass withers and the flowers fall, but the word of our God stands forever.”

Matthew 8:8
The centurion answered, “Lord, I am not worthy to have You come under my roof. But just say the word, and my servant will be healed.

2 Peter 3:5
But they deliberately overlook the fact that long ago by God’s word the heavens existed and the earth was formed out of water and by water,

Psalm 33:9
For He spoke, and it came to be; He commanded, and it stood firm.

Luke 7:7
That is why I did not consider myself worthy to come to You. But just say the word, and my servant will be healed.

Isaiah 45:23
By Myself I have sworn; truth has gone out from My mouth, a word that will not be revoked: Every knee will bow before Me, every tongue will swear allegiance.

Romans 4:17
As it is written: “I have made you a father of many nations.” He is our father in the presence of God, in whom he believed, the God who gives life to the dead and calls into being what does not yet exist.

1 Kings 18:36-38
At the time of the evening sacrifice, Elijah the prophet approached the altar and said, “O LORD, God of Abraham, Isaac, and Israel, let it be known this day that You are God in Israel and that I am Your servant and have done all these things at Your command. / Answer me, O LORD! Answer me, so that this people will know that You, the LORD, are God, and that You have turned their hearts back again.” / Then the fire of the LORD fell and consumed the sacrifice, the wood, the stones, and the dust, and it licked up the water in the trench.

Ezekiel 12:25
because I, the LORD, will speak whatever word I speak, and it will be fulfilled without delay. For in your days, O rebellious house, I will speak a message and bring it to pass, declares the Lord GOD.’”


Treasury of Scripture

He sends forth his commandment on earth: his word runs very swiftly.

sendeth

Psalm 33:9
For he spake, and it was done; he commanded, and it stood fast.

Psalm 107:20,25
He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions…

Job 34:29
When he giveth quietness, who then can make trouble? and when he hideth his face, who then can behold him? whether it be done against a nation, or against a man only:

his word

Psalm 68:11
The Lord gave the word: great was the company of those that published it.

2 Thessalonians 3:1
Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may have free course, and be glorified, even as it is with you:

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Psalm 147
1. The prophet exhorts to praise God for his care of the church
4. His power and wisdom
6. His mercy
7. His providence
12. To praise him for his blessings upon the kingdom
15. For his power over the elements
19. And for his ordinances in the church














He sends forth
This phrase emphasizes the active role of God in the world. The Hebrew root for "sends forth" is "שָׁלַח" (shalach), which conveys the idea of dispatching or extending something with purpose. In the biblical context, this reflects God's sovereign authority and intentionality. Just as a king sends forth decrees, God sends His commands with power and authority, underscoring His control over creation and history.

His command
The term "command" in Hebrew is "אִמְרָה" (imrah), which can also be translated as "word" or "utterance." This highlights the power and effectiveness of God's spoken word. In the creation narrative, God speaks the universe into existence, demonstrating that His commands are not mere suggestions but are imbued with creative and transformative power. This reflects the belief in the inerrancy and authority of Scripture, as God's commands are seen as absolute and binding.

to the earth
The phrase "to the earth" indicates the scope and reach of God's command. The Hebrew word "אֶרֶץ" (eretz) can mean "land" or "earth," signifying the entirety of the world. This suggests that God's authority and influence are not limited to a specific region or people but extend universally. It reflects the biblical theme of God's sovereignty over all creation, affirming that His will is enacted throughout the entire earth.

His word
"Word" here is translated from the Hebrew "דָּבָר" (dabar), which carries a sense of matter, thing, or decree. In the biblical tradition, God's word is not just a collection of sounds or letters but a dynamic force that accomplishes His purposes. This is seen in the prophetic literature, where God's word is depicted as a living and active agent that brings about change and fulfillment of His promises.

runs swiftly
The imagery of God's word running swiftly conveys a sense of urgency and efficiency. The Hebrew verb "רוּץ" (ruts) means to run or move quickly. This suggests that God's purposes are carried out without delay and with precision. It reflects the belief that God's plans are executed in His perfect timing, and nothing can hinder or slow down His divine will. This assurance provides comfort and hope, knowing that God's word is active and effective in the world.

(15) Psalms 33 is still in the poet's thought, and Psalm 147:6-7 especially; but some extraordinary season of frost seems to have kindled his inspiration, so that he not only elaborates but improves on his model. The word of God is personified as a messenger who runs swiftly forth to do his bidding, at first in binding the earth and sheaves up with frost, and then (Psalm 147:18) in suddenly thawing and releasing them.

Verse 15. - He sendeth forth his commandment upon earth. Heavy crops, good harvests, abundant food, result from God's providential ordering of his world, to which he gives commands that are obeyed instantly, since his word runneth very swiftly.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
He sends forth
הַשֹּׁלֵ֣חַ (haš·šō·lê·aḥ)
Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 7971: To send away, for, out

His command
אִמְרָת֣וֹ (’im·rā·ṯōw)
Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 565: Utterance, speech, word

to
עַד־ (‘aḏ-)
Preposition
Strong's 5704: As far as, even to, up to, until, while

the earth;
אָ֑רֶץ (’ā·reṣ)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 776: Earth, land

His word
דְּבָרֽוֹ׃ (də·ḇā·rōw)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 1697: A word, a matter, thing, a cause

runs
יָר֥וּץ (yā·rūṣ)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 7323: To run

swiftly.
מְ֝הֵרָ֗ה (mə·hê·rāh)
Adverb
Strong's 4120: A hurry, promptly


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