Psalm 29:11
New International Version
The LORD gives strength to his people; the LORD blesses his people with peace.

New Living Translation
The LORD gives his people strength. The LORD blesses them with peace.

English Standard Version
May the LORD give strength to his people! May the LORD bless his people with peace!

Berean Standard Bible
The LORD gives His people strength; the LORD blesses His people with peace.

King James Bible
The LORD will give strength unto his people; the LORD will bless his people with peace.

New King James Version
The LORD will give strength to His people; The LORD will bless His people with peace.

New American Standard Bible
The LORD will give strength to His people; The LORD will bless His people with peace.

NASB 1995
The LORD will give strength to His people; The LORD will bless His people with peace.

NASB 1977
The LORD will give strength to His people; The LORD will bless His people with peace.

Legacy Standard Bible
Yahweh will give strength to His people; Yahweh will bless His people with peace.

Amplified Bible
The LORD will give [unyielding and impenetrable] strength to His people; The LORD will bless His people with peace.

Christian Standard Bible
The LORD gives his people strength; the LORD blesses his people with peace.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The LORD gives His people strength; the LORD blesses His people with peace.

American Standard Version
Jehovah will give strength unto his people; Jehovah will bless his people with peace.

Contemporary English Version
Pray that our LORD will make us strong and give us peace.

English Revised Version
The LORD will give strength unto his people; the LORD will bless his people with peace.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The LORD will give power to his people. The LORD will bless his people with peace.

Good News Translation
The LORD gives strength to his people and blesses them with peace.

International Standard Version
The LORD will give strength to his people; the LORD will bless his people with peace.

Majority Standard Bible
The LORD gives His people strength; the LORD blesses His people with peace.

NET Bible
The LORD gives his people strength; the LORD grants his people security.

New Heart English Bible
The LORD will give strength to his people. The LORD will bless his people with peace.

Webster's Bible Translation
The LORD will give strength to his people; the LORD will bless his people with peace.

World English Bible
Yahweh will give strength to his people. Yahweh will bless his people with peace.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
YHWH gives strength to His people, "" YHWH blesses His people with peace!

Young's Literal Translation
Jehovah strength to his people giveth, Jehovah blesseth His people with peace!

Smith's Literal Translation
Jehovah will give strength to his people; he will bless his people with peace.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The Lord maketh the hood to dwell: and the Lord shall sit king for ever. The Lord will give strength to his people: the Lord will bless his people with peace.

Catholic Public Domain Version
The Lord will give virtue to his people. The Lord will bless his people in peace.

New American Bible
May the LORD give might to his people; may the LORD bless his people with peace!

New Revised Standard Version
May the LORD give strength to his people! May the LORD bless his people with peace!
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
The LORD will give strength to his people; the LORD will bless his people with peace.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
LORD JEHOVAH will give power to his people; LORD JEHOVAH will bless his people with peace.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
The LORD will give strength unto His people; The LORD will bless his people with peace.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
The Lord will give strength to his people; the Lord will bless his people with peace.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Ascribe Glory to the LORD
10The LORD sits enthroned over the flood; the LORD is enthroned as King forever. 11The LORD gives His people strength; the LORD blesses His people with peace.

Cross References
Isaiah 40:29-31
He gives power to the faint and increases the strength of the weak. / Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall. / But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint.

Philippians 4:7
And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

John 14:27
Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid.

Isaiah 26:3
You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You.

Ephesians 6:10
Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power.

2 Thessalonians 3:16
Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you.

Isaiah 9:6
For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

Romans 15:13
Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you believe in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.

2 Corinthians 12:9-10
But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly in my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest on me. / 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.

Colossians 3:15
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, for to this you were called as members of one body. And be thankful.

Isaiah 32:17-18
The work of righteousness will be peace; the service of righteousness will be quiet confidence forever. / Then my people will dwell in a peaceful place, in safe and secure places of rest.

1 Peter 5:10
And after you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to His eternal glory in Christ, will Himself restore you, secure you, strengthen you, and establish you.

Numbers 6:24-26
‘May the LORD bless you and keep you; / may the LORD cause His face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; / may the LORD lift up His countenance toward you and give you peace.’

Matthew 11:28-30
Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. / Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. / For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.”

1 Chronicles 16:11
Seek out the LORD and His strength; seek His face always.


Treasury of Scripture

The LORD will give strength to his people; the LORD will bless his people with peace.

give

Psalm 28:8,9
The LORD is their strength, and he is the saving strength of his anointed…

Psalm 68:35
O God, thou art terrible out of thy holy places: the God of Israel is he that giveth strength and power unto his people. Blessed be God.

Psalm 84:7
They go from strength to strength, every one of them in Zion appeareth before God.

bless

Psalm 72:3,7
The mountains shall bring peace to the people, and the little hills, by righteousness…

Numbers 6:24-27
The LORD bless thee, and keep thee: …

Isaiah 9:6,7
For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counseller, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace…

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Psalm 29
1. David exhorts princes to give glory to God
3. by reason of is power
11. and protection of his people














The LORD
The term "LORD" in this verse is derived from the Hebrew "Yahweh," the covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal, self-existent nature. This name is deeply rooted in the history of Israel, signifying God's unchanging faithfulness and His role as the sovereign ruler over all creation. In the context of Psalm 29, which is a psalm of David, the use of "LORD" underscores the majesty and power of God as the one who commands the forces of nature and is worthy of worship and reverence.

gives strength
The Hebrew word for "strength" is "oz," which conveys might, power, and fortitude. This strength is not merely physical but encompasses spiritual and moral fortitude. In the historical context of Israel, strength from the LORD was essential for overcoming enemies and enduring trials. Spiritually, this strength empowers believers to live righteously and to stand firm in faith. The assurance that the LORD gives strength is a profound comfort, reminding believers that they are not left to rely on their own abilities but can draw from the inexhaustible power of God.

to His people
"His people" refers to those who are in a covenant relationship with God. In the Old Testament, this primarily referred to the nation of Israel, chosen by God to be His special possession. However, from a New Testament perspective, "His people" extends to all who have faith in Jesus Christ, encompassing both Jews and Gentiles. This phrase highlights the personal and communal relationship God has with His followers, assuring them of His care and provision.

The LORD blesses
The word "blesses" comes from the Hebrew "barak," which means to kneel, to praise, or to endow with favor. God's blessing is an act of grace, bestowing favor and goodness upon His people. In the biblical narrative, blessings often include prosperity, peace, and protection. This divine blessing is not earned but is a gift from God, reflecting His love and generosity towards His people.

His people with peace
The Hebrew word for "peace" is "shalom," a rich term that encompasses wholeness, completeness, and well-being. It is not merely the absence of conflict but the presence of harmony and fulfillment in all aspects of life. In the ancient Near Eastern context, peace was a rare and precious commodity, often disrupted by war and strife. The promise of peace from the LORD assures His people of His sovereign control and His desire for their ultimate good. In the New Testament, this peace is fulfilled in Jesus Christ, who reconciles humanity to God and brings inner peace to believers.

(11) The Lord will give.--This verse appears to have been a liturgic addition, to give the poem a religious tone. (See Introduction.)

Verse 11. - The Lord will give strength unto his people. The Lord, who shows his strength in the thunderstorm, will be able, and assuredly will be willing, to "give strength to his people" - to impart to them some of that power and might which he so abundantly possesses. Then they, partaking in his strength, need not fear the attacks of any adversaries. Struggle and contention will, by his good providence, be one day brought to an end; and ultimately the Lord will bless his people with peace - will give them the "rest which remaineth to the people of God" (Hebrews 3:9), the perfect peace which "passeth all understanding" (Philippians 4:7).



Parallel Commentaries ...


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

gives
יִתֵּ֑ן (yit·tên)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5414: To give, put, set

His people
לְעַמּ֣וֹ (lə·‘am·mōw)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock

strength;
עֹ֭ז (‘ōz)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5797: Strength, might

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

blesses
יְבָרֵ֖ךְ (yə·ḇā·rêḵ)
Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1288: To kneel, to bless God, man, to curse

His people
עַמּ֣וֹ (‘am·mōw)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock

with peace.
בַשָּׁלֽוֹם׃ (ḇaš·šā·lō·wm)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 7965: Safe, well, happy, friendly, welfare, health, prosperity, peace


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