Psalm 64:9
New International Version
All people will fear; they will proclaim the works of God and ponder what he has done.

New Living Translation
Then everyone will be afraid; they will proclaim the mighty acts of God and realize all the amazing things he does.

English Standard Version
Then all mankind fears; they tell what God has brought about and ponder what he has done.

Berean Standard Bible
Then all mankind will fear and proclaim the work of God; so they will ponder what He has done.

King James Bible
And all men shall fear, and shall declare the work of God; for they shall wisely consider of his doing.

New King James Version
All men shall fear, And shall declare the work of God; For they shall wisely consider His doing.

New American Standard Bible
Then all people will fear, And they will declare the work of God, And will consider what He has done.

NASB 1995
Then all men will fear, And they will declare the work of God, And will consider what He has done.

NASB 1977
Then all men will fear, And will declare the work of God, And will consider what He has done.

Legacy Standard Bible
Then all men will fear, And they will declare the work of God, And will consider what He has done.

Amplified Bible
Then all men will fear [God’s judgment]; They will declare the work of God, And they will consider and wisely acknowledge what He has done.

Christian Standard Bible
Then everyone will fear and will tell about God’s work, for they will understand what he has done.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Then everyone will fear and will tell about God’s work, for they will understand what He has done.

American Standard Version
And all men shall fear; And they shall declare the work of God, And shall wisely consider of his doing.

Contemporary English Version
They will be afraid and say, "Look at what God has done and keep it all in mind."

English Revised Version
And all men shall fear; and they shall declare the work of God, and shall wisely consider of his doing.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Everyone will be afraid and conclude, "This is an act of God!" They will learn from what he has done.

Good News Translation
They will all be afraid; they will think about what God has done and tell about his deeds.

International Standard Version
Everyone was gripped with fear and acknowledged God's deeds, understanding what he had done.

Majority Standard Bible
Then all mankind will fear and proclaim the work of God; so they will ponder what He has done.

NET Bible
and all people will fear. They will proclaim what God has done, and reflect on his deeds.

New Heart English Bible
All humankind shall be afraid. They shall declare the work of God, and shall wisely ponder what he has done.

Webster's Bible Translation
And all men shall fear, and shall declare the work of God; for they shall wisely consider of his doing.

World English Bible
All mankind shall be afraid. They shall declare the work of God, and shall wisely ponder what he has done.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And all men fear, and declare the work of God, "" And they have wisely considered His deed.

Young's Literal Translation
And all men fear, and declare the work of God, And His deed they have considered wisely.

Smith's Literal Translation
And all men shall fear, and they shall announce the work of God: and they shall look at his doing.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
and every man was afraid. And they declared the works of God: and understood his doings.

Catholic Public Domain Version
and every man was afraid. And they announced the works of God, and they understood his acts.

New American Bible
Every person fears and proclaims God’s actions, they ponder his deeds.

New Revised Standard Version
Then everyone will fear; they will tell what God has brought about, and ponder what he has done.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And all men shall fear, and shall declare the work of God; for they shall wisely consider the work of his hands.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And all the children of men will be afraid and they will show the works of God, and they will consider the work of his hands.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And all men fear; And they declare the work of God, And understand His doing.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and every man was alarmed, and they related the works of God, and understood his deeds.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Hurtful Tongue
8They will be made to stumble, their own tongues turned against them. All who see will shake their heads. 9Then all mankind will fear and proclaim the work of God; so they will ponder what He has done. 10Let the righteous rejoice in the LORD and take refuge in Him; let all the upright in heart exult.…

Cross References
Psalm 40:3
He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God. Many will see and fear and put their trust in the LORD.

Psalm 52:6-7
The righteous will see and fear; they will mock the evildoer, saying, / “Look at the man who did not make God his refuge, but trusted in the abundance of his wealth and strengthened himself by destruction.”

Psalm 126:2-3
Then our mouths were filled with laughter, our tongues with shouts of joy. Then it was said among the nations, “The LORD has done great things for them.” / The LORD has done great things for us; we are filled with joy.

Isaiah 52:10
The LORD has bared His holy arm in the sight of all the nations; all the ends of the earth will see the salvation of our God.

Isaiah 66:18
“And I, knowing their deeds and thoughts, am coming to gather all nations and tongues, and they will come and see My glory.

Jeremiah 33:9
So this city will bring Me renown, joy, praise, and glory before all the nations of the earth, who will hear of all the good I do for it. They will tremble in awe because of all the goodness and prosperity that I will provide for it.

Ezekiel 38:23
I will magnify and sanctify Myself, and I will reveal Myself in the sight of many nations. Then they will know that I am the LORD.

Habakkuk 3:2
O LORD, I have heard the report of You; I stand in awe, O LORD, of Your deeds. Revive them in these years; make them known in these years. In Your wrath, remember mercy!

Zephaniah 3:19-20
Behold, at that time, I will deal with all who afflict you. I will save the lame and gather the scattered; and I will appoint praise and fame for the disgraced throughout the earth. / At that time I will bring you in; yes, at that time I will gather you. For I will give you fame and praise among all the peoples of the earth when I restore your captives before your very eyes,” says the LORD.

Acts 2:11
both Jews and converts to Judaism; Cretans and Arabs—we hear them declaring the wonders of God in our own tongues!”

Acts 4:16
“What shall we do with these men?” they asked. “It is clear to everyone living in Jerusalem that a remarkable miracle has occurred through them, and we cannot deny it.

Acts 13:12
When the proconsul saw what had happened, he believed, for he was astonished at the teaching about the Lord.

Romans 15:9
so that the Gentiles may glorify God for His mercy. As it is written: “Therefore I will praise You among the Gentiles; I will sing hymns to Your name.”

1 Corinthians 14:25
and the secrets of his heart will be made known. So he will fall facedown and worship God, proclaiming, “God is truly among you!”

2 Corinthians 2:14
But thanks be to God, who always leads us triumphantly as captives in Christ and through us spreads everywhere the fragrance of the knowledge of Him.


Treasury of Scripture

And all men shall fear, and shall declare the work of God; for they shall wisely consider of his doing.

fear

Psalm 40:3
And he hath put a new song in my mouth, even praise unto our God: many shall see it, and fear, and shall trust in the LORD.

Psalm 53:5
There were they in great fear, where no fear was: for God hath scattered the bones of him that encampeth against thee: thou hast put them to shame, because God hath despised them.

Psalm 119:20
My soul breaketh for the longing that it hath unto thy judgments at all times.

they

Psalm 58:11
So that a man shall say, Verily there is a reward for the righteous: verily he is a God that judgeth in the earth.

Psalm 107:42,43
The righteous shall see it, and rejoice: and all iniquity shall stop her mouth…

Isaiah 5:12
And the harp, and the viol, the tabret, and pipe, and wine, are in their feasts: but they regard not the work of the LORD, neither consider the operation of his hands.

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Psalm 64
1. David prays for deliverance, complaining of his enemies
7. He promises himself to see such an evident destruction of his enemies,
10. as the righteous shall rejoice at it.














Then all mankind will fear
This phrase begins with the Hebrew word "אָז" (az), meaning "then" or "at that time," indicating a future event or realization. The phrase "all mankind" translates from "כָּל־אָדָם" (kol adam), emphasizing the universality of the response. The word "fear" comes from "יִירָאוּ" (yira'u), which can mean to be afraid, but also to stand in awe or reverence. In the context of Psalm 64, this fear is not merely terror but a profound recognition of God's power and justice. Historically, the fear of the Lord is a recurring theme in the Bible, often associated with wisdom and the beginning of knowledge (Proverbs 9:10). This fear leads to a deeper understanding and respect for God's sovereignty and righteousness.

and will proclaim the work of God
The Hebrew root for "proclaim" is "וְיַגִּידוּ" (v'yaggidu), which means to declare or make known. This suggests an active response to witnessing God's deeds. The "work of God" refers to His actions, particularly His judgments and deliverances. Throughout the Bible, God's works are often a cause for testimony and praise among His people. In the historical context of Israel, recounting God's mighty acts was a way to teach future generations about His faithfulness and power (Psalm 78:4). This proclamation is not just verbal but a testimony to God's intervention in human affairs, encouraging others to recognize His hand in the world.

so they will ponder what He has done
The word "ponder" comes from the Hebrew "וְיָבִינוּ" (v'yavinu), meaning to understand or consider deeply. This implies a thoughtful reflection on God's actions, leading to insight and comprehension. The phrase "what He has done" underscores the importance of recognizing and meditating on God's deeds. In the scriptural context, pondering God's works is an invitation to grow in faith and understanding. It encourages believers to see beyond the immediate and to trust in God's ultimate plan and purpose. This reflection is a spiritual exercise that deepens one's relationship with God, fostering a heart of gratitude and trust in His divine wisdom and timing.

(9) For they shall wisely consider.--Rather, And they understand his work.

Verse 9. - And all men shall fear, and shall declare the work of God. The fate of David's enemies shall cause widespread fear and alarm. Men shall perceive God's hand in it, and shall be led, in consequence, to declare "God's work." The tragic ends of Ahithophel and Absalom were certainly well calculated to impress the minds of men generally, and to strike awe into the hearts of those who had looked with indifference, or even, perhaps, with satisfaction, on the political troubles. For they shall wisely consider of his doing; rather, for they shall understand his operation. They shall understand, i.e., that God is on the side of the righteous, and, when danger presses, will interpose on their behalf, to the terrible discomfiture of the wicked.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Then all
כָּל־ (kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

mankind
אָ֫דָ֥ם (’ā·ḏām)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 120: Ruddy, a human being

will fear
וַיִּֽירְא֗וּ (way·yî·rə·’ū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 3372: To fear, to revere, caus, to frighten

and proclaim
וַ֭יַּגִּידוּ (way·yag·gî·ḏū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 5046: To be conspicuous

the work
פֹּ֥עַל (pō·‘al)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 6467: Doing, deed, work

of God;
אֱלֹהִ֗ים (’ĕ·lō·hîm)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative

so they will ponder
הִשְׂכִּֽילוּ׃ (hiś·kî·lū)
Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 7919: To be, circumspect, intelligent

what He has done.
וּֽמַעֲשֵׂ֥הוּ (ū·ma·‘ă·śê·hū)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 4639: An action, a transaction, activity, a product, property


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