Psalm 5:11
New International Version
But let all who take refuge in you be glad; let them ever sing for joy. Spread your protection over them, that those who love your name may rejoice in you.

New Living Translation
But let all who take refuge in you rejoice; let them sing joyful praises forever. Spread your protection over them, that all who love your name may be filled with joy.

English Standard Version
But let all who take refuge in you rejoice; let them ever sing for joy, and spread your protection over them, that those who love your name may exult in you.

Berean Standard Bible
But let all who take refuge in You rejoice; let them ever shout for joy. May You shelter them, that those who love Your name may rejoice in You.

King James Bible
But let all those that put their trust in thee rejoice: let them ever shout for joy, because thou defendest them: let them also that love thy name be joyful in thee.

New King James Version
But let all those rejoice who put their trust in You; Let them ever shout for joy, because You defend them; Let those also who love Your name Be joyful in You.

New American Standard Bible
But rejoice, all who take refuge in You, Sing for joy forever! And may You shelter them, That those who love Your name may rejoice in You.

NASB 1995
But let all who take refuge in You be glad, Let them ever sing for joy; And may You shelter them, That those who love Your name may exult in You.

NASB 1977
But let all who take refuge in Thee be glad, Let them ever sing for joy; And mayest Thou shelter them, That those who love Thy name may exult in Thee.

Legacy Standard Bible
But let all who take refuge in You be glad, Let them ever sing for joy; And may You shelter them, That those who love Your name may exult in You.

Amplified Bible
But let all who take refuge and put their trust in You rejoice, Let them ever sing for joy; Because You cover and shelter them, Let those who love Your name be joyful and exult in You.

Christian Standard Bible
But let all who take refuge in you rejoice; let them shout for joy forever. May you shelter them, and may those who love your name boast about you.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
But let all who take refuge in You rejoice; let them shout for joy forever. May You shelter them, and may those who love Your name boast about You.

American Standard Version
But let all those that take refuge in thee rejoice, Let them ever shout for joy, because thou defendest them: Let them also that love thy name be joyful in thee.

Contemporary English Version
Let all who run to you for protection always sing joyful songs. Provide shelter for those who truly love you and let them rejoice.

English Revised Version
But let all those that put their trust in thee rejoice, let them ever shout for joy, because thou defendest them: let them also that love thy name be joyful in thee.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
But let all who take refuge in you rejoice. Let them sing with joy forever. Protect them, and let those who love your name triumph in you.

Good News Translation
But all who find safety in you will rejoice; they can always sing for joy. Protect those who love you; because of you they are truly happy.

International Standard Version
Let all those who take refuge in you rejoice! Let them shout for joy forever, and may you protect them. Let those who love your name exult in you.

Majority Standard Bible
But let all who take refuge in You rejoice; let them ever shout for joy. May You shelter them, that those who love Your name may rejoice in You.

NET Bible
But may all who take shelter in you be happy! May they continually shout for joy! Shelter them so that those who are loyal to you may rejoice!

New Heart English Bible
But let all those who take refuge in you rejoice. Let them always shout for joy, because you defend them. Let them also who love your name be joyful in you.

Webster's Bible Translation
But let all those that put their trust in thee rejoice: let them ever shout for joy, because thou defendest them: let them also that love thy name be joyful in thee.

World English Bible
But let all those who take refuge in you rejoice. Let them always shout for joy, because you defend them. Let them also who love your name be joyful in you.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And all trusting in You rejoice, "" They sing for all time, and You cover them over, "" And those loving Your Name exult in You.

Young's Literal Translation
And rejoice do all trusting in Thee, To the age they sing, and Thou coverest them over, And those loving Thy name exult in Thee.

Smith's Literal Translation
And all they putting trust in thee shall rejoice forever: they shall shout for joy, and thou wilt cover over them: and they loving thy name shall exult in thee.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
But let all them be glad that hope in thee: they shall rejoice for ever, and thou shalt dwell in them. And all they that love thy name shall glory in thee:

Catholic Public Domain Version
But let all those who hope in you rejoice. They will exult in eternity, and you will dwell in them. And all those who love your name will glory in you.

New American Bible
Then all who trust in you will be glad and forever shout for joy. You will protect them and those will rejoice in you who love your name.

New Revised Standard Version
But let all who take refuge in you rejoice; let them ever sing for joy. Spread your protection over them, so that those who love your name may exult in you.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
But let all those that put their trust in thee rejoice; they shall glorify thee forever, and thou shalt dwell among them; and all they that love thy name shall be strengthened by thee.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
All who hope in you will rejoice, and to eternity they will praise you, and you will dwell in them, and all who love your name will be strengthened in you.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
So shall all those that take refuge in Thee rejoice, They shall ever shout for joy, And Thou shalt shelter them; Let them also that love Thy name exult in Thee.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
But let all that trust on thee be glad in thee: they shall exult for ever, and thou shalt dwell among them; and all that love thy name shall rejoice in thee.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Give Ear to My Words
10Declare them guilty, O God; let them fall by their own devices. Drive them out for their many transgressions, for they have rebelled against You. 11But let all who take refuge in You rejoice; let them ever shout for joy. May You shelter them, that those who love Your name may rejoice in You. 12For surely You, O LORD, bless the righteous; You surround them with the shield of Your favor.…

Cross References
Philippians 4:4
Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!

Nehemiah 8:10
Then Nehemiah told them, “Go and eat what is rich, drink what is sweet, and send out portions to those who have nothing prepared, since today is holy to our Lord. Do not grieve, for the joy of the LORD is your strength.”

Isaiah 12:2
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.”

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.

Psalm 16:11
You have made known to me the path of life; You will fill me with joy in Your presence, with eternal pleasures at Your right hand.

John 16:22
So also you have sorrow now, but I will see you again and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy.

Psalm 32:11
Be glad in the LORD and rejoice, O righteous ones; shout for joy, all you upright in heart.

1 Thessalonians 5:16
Rejoice at all times.

Psalm 9:2
I will be glad and rejoice in You; I will sing praise to Your name, O Most High.

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.

Psalm 33:1
Rejoice in the LORD, O righteous ones; it is fitting for the upright to praise Him.

1 Peter 1:8
Though you have not seen Him, you love Him; and though you do not see Him now, you believe in Him and rejoice with an inexpressible and glorious joy,

Psalm 40:16
May all who seek You rejoice and be glad in You; may those who love Your salvation always say, “The LORD be magnified!”

Zephaniah 3:17
The LORD your God is among you; He is mighty to save. He will rejoice over you with gladness; He will quiet you with His love; He will rejoice over you with singing.”

Psalm 64:10
Let the righteous rejoice in the LORD and take refuge in Him; let all the upright in heart exult.


Treasury of Scripture

But let all those that put their trust in you rejoice: let them ever shout for joy, because you defend them: let them also that love your name be joyful in you.

But

Psalm 35:27
Let them shout for joy, and be glad, that favour my righteous cause: yea, let them say continually, Let the LORD be magnified, which hath pleasure in the prosperity of his servant.

Psalm 40:16
Let all those that seek thee rejoice and be glad in thee: let such as love thy salvation say continually, The LORD be magnified.

Psalm 58:10
The righteous shall rejoice when he seeth the vengeance: he shall wash his feet in the blood of the wicked.

shout

Psalm 47:1-5
To the chief Musician, A Psalm for the sons of Korah. O clap your hands, all ye people; shout unto God with the voice of triumph…

Psalm 65:13
The pastures are clothed with flocks; the valleys also are covered over with corn; they shout for joy, they also sing.

Job 38:7
When the morning stars sang together, and all the sons of God shouted for joy?

defendest.

Psalm 69:36
The seed also of his servants shall inherit it: and they that love his name shall dwell therein.

Romans 8:28
And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.

1 Corinthians 2:9
But as it is written, Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him.

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Psalm 5
1. David prays, and professes his study in prayer
4. God favors not the wicked
7. David, professing his faith, prays to God to guide him
10. to destroy his enemies
11. and to preserve the godly














But let all who take refuge in You
The phrase "take refuge" comes from the Hebrew root "חָסָה" (chasah), which conveys the idea of seeking shelter or protection. In ancient times, cities had strongholds or fortresses where people would flee for safety during attacks. Spiritually, this implies a deep trust and reliance on God as a protector and provider. The psalmist invites all believers to find their security and peace in God, emphasizing that true safety is found not in worldly structures but in the divine presence.

rejoice
The Hebrew word for "rejoice" is "שָׂמַח" (samach), which means to be glad or joyful. This joy is not merely an emotional response but a profound state of being that arises from the assurance of God's protection and love. In the context of the psalm, rejoicing is a natural outcome of taking refuge in God, highlighting the transformative power of divine security that turns fear into joy.

let them ever shout for joy
The phrase "shout for joy" is derived from the Hebrew "רָנַן" (ranan), which means to cry out or sing joyfully. This expression of joy is not silent or subdued but exuberant and vocal. Historically, such shouts were common in celebrations and victories, suggesting that those who trust in God experience a victory over their fears and adversities. The word "ever" indicates the perpetual nature of this joy, suggesting that it is not fleeting but enduring, rooted in the eternal nature of God's protection.

May You shelter them
The word "shelter" comes from the Hebrew "סָכַךְ" (sakak), meaning to cover or protect. This imagery evokes the idea of God as a protective covering, much like a mother bird shielding her young under her wings. In biblical times, the concept of shelter was vital for survival against harsh elements and enemies. Spiritually, it signifies God's encompassing care and the intimate relationship between the believer and the divine.

that those who love Your name
In Hebrew culture, a name was more than a label; it represented the essence and character of a person. To "love Your name" implies a deep reverence and affection for God's character and attributes. This love is not passive but active, manifesting in worship, obedience, and a desire to honor God in all aspects of life. It reflects a personal and covenantal relationship with God, where His name is cherished and revered.

may rejoice in You
The repetition of "rejoice" underscores the central theme of joy in God's presence. The phrase "in You" emphasizes that this joy is not based on external circumstances but is found in the relationship with God Himself. It is a joy that transcends situations, rooted in the assurance of God's unchanging nature and His faithful promises. This joy is both a gift and a response, a reflection of the believer's trust and love for God.

(11) Rejoice.--From root meaning primarily bright. Proverbs 13:9 : "The light of the righteous rejoiceth."

Shield.--Heb., tsinnah. The long large shield fit for a giant (1Samuel 17:7; 1Samuel 17:41), which could protect the whole body.

Luther, when asked at Augsburg where he should find shelter if his patron, the Elector of Saxony, should desert him, replied, "under the shield of heaven." The image is finely elaborated in Browning's Instans Tyrannus:--

"When sudden--How think ye the end?

Did I say without friend?

Say, rather, from marge to blue marge, . . .

Verse 11. - But let all those that put their trust in thee rejoice. David is fond of contrasts. Here he sots the lot of the righteous over against that of the wicked. While the wicked "fall," and are "cast out," or "thrust down' to hell, the righteous "rejoice " - nay, ever shout for joy, displaying their feelings in the true Oriental manner. Because thou defendest them. There is no "because" in the original. The passage runs on without any change of construction, "Let all those that put their trust in thee rejoice; let them ever shout for joy, and do thou defend them; and let them that love thy Name be joyful in thee."

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
But let all
כָל־ (ḵāl)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

who take refuge
ח֪וֹסֵי (ḥō·w·sê)
Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct
Strong's 2620: To flee for, protection, to confide in

in You
בָ֡ךְ (ḇāḵ)
Preposition | second person masculine singular
Strong's Hebrew

rejoice;
וְיִשְׂמְח֨וּ (wə·yiś·mə·ḥū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 8055: To brighten up, be, blithe, gleesome

let them ever shout for joy.
יְ֭רַנֵּנוּ (yə·ran·nê·nū)
Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 7442: To give a ringing cry

May You shelter
וְתָסֵ֣ךְ (wə·ṯā·sêḵ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive imperfect - second person masculine singular
Strong's 5526: To entwine as a, screen, to fence in, cover over, protect

them,
עָלֵ֑ימוֹ (‘ā·lê·mōw)
Preposition | third person masculine plural
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

that those who love
אֹהֲבֵ֥י (’ō·hă·ḇê)
Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct
Strong's 157: To have affection f

Your name
שְׁמֶֽךָ׃ (šə·me·ḵā)
Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 8034: A name

may rejoice
וְֽיַעְלְצ֥וּ (wə·ya‘·lə·ṣū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 5970: To jump for, joy, exult

in You.
בְ֝ךָ֗ (ḇə·ḵā)
Preposition | second person masculine singular
Strong's Hebrew


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