Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version May those who say to me, “Aha! Aha!” turn back because of their shame. New Living Translation Let them be horrified by their shame, for they said, “Aha! We’ve got him now!” English Standard Version Let them turn back because of their shame who say, “Aha, Aha!” Berean Standard Bible May those who say, “Aha, aha!” retreat because of their shame. King James Bible Let them be turned back for a reward of their shame that say, Aha, aha. New King James Version Let them be turned back because of their shame, Who say, “Aha, aha!” New American Standard Bible May those who say, “Aha, aha!” be turned back Because of their shame. NASB 1995 Let those be turned back because of their shame Who say, “Aha, aha!” NASB 1977 Let those be turned back because of their shame Who say, “Aha, aha!” Legacy Standard Bible Let those turn back because of their shame Who say, “Aha, aha!” Amplified Bible Let them be turned back because of their shame and disgrace Who say, “Aha, aha!” Christian Standard Bible Let those who say, “Aha, aha! ” retreat because of their shame. Holman Christian Standard Bible Let those who say, “Aha, aha!” retreat because of their shame. American Standard Version Let them be turned back by reason of their shame That say, Aha, aha. Contemporary English Version Embarrass and shame those who say, "We told you so!" English Revised Version Let them be turned back by reason of their shame that say, Aha, Aha. GOD'S WORD® Translation Let those who say, "Aha! Aha!" be turned back because of their own shame. Good News Translation May those who make fun of me be dismayed by their defeat. International Standard Version May those who say "Aha! Aha!" be turned back because of their shameful deeds. Majority Standard Bible May those who say, ?Aha, aha!? retreat because of their shame. NET Bible May those who say, "Aha! Aha!" be driven back and disgraced! New Heart English Bible Let them be turned back because of their shame who say to me, "Aha. Aha." Webster's Bible Translation Let them be turned back for a reward of their shame that say, Aha, aha. World English Bible Let them be turned because of their shame who say, “Aha! Aha!” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionLet them turn back because of their shame, "" Who are saying, “Aha, aha.” Young's Literal Translation Let them turn back because of their shame, Who are saying, 'Aha, aha.' Smith's Literal Translation They shall be turned back for a reward of their shame, saying, Aha! Aha. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleLet them be turned backward, and blush for shame that desire evils to me: Let them be presently turned away blushing for shame that say to me: 'T is well, 't is well. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible Let those who say “Aha!” turn back in their shame. New Revised Standard Version Let those who say, “Aha, Aha!” turn back because of their shame. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleLet them be confounded by their recurring shame that say to me, Aha, aha! Peshitta Holy Bible Translated They will be ashamed in the repetition of their disgrace who say against me, "Aha, aha!" OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Let them be turned back by reason of their shame That say: 'Aha, aha.' Brenton Septuagint Translation Let them that say to me, Aha, aha, be turned back and put to shame immediately. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Hurry, O LORD, to Help Me…2May those who seek my life be ashamed and confounded; may those who wish me harm be repelled and humiliated. 3May those who say, “Aha, aha!” retreat because of their shame. 4May all who seek You rejoice and be glad in You; may those who love Your salvation always say, “Let God be magnified!”… Cross References Psalm 35:4 May those who seek my life be disgraced and put to shame; may those who plan to harm me be driven back and confounded. Psalm 40:14 May those who seek my life be ashamed and confounded; may those who wish me harm be repelled and humiliated. Psalm 71:13 May the accusers of my soul be ashamed and consumed; may those who seek my harm be covered with scorn and disgrace. Psalm 35:26 May those who gloat in my distress be ashamed and confounded; may those who exalt themselves over me be clothed in shame and reproach. Psalm 83:17 May they be ever ashamed and terrified; may they perish in disgrace. Isaiah 41:11 Behold, all who rage against you will be ashamed and disgraced; those who contend with you will be reduced to nothing and will perish. Job 8:22 Your enemies will be clothed in shame, and the tent of the wicked will be no more.” Jeremiah 17:18 Let my persecutors be put to shame, but do not let me be put to shame. Let them be terrified, but do not let me be terrified. Bring upon them the day of disaster and shatter them with double destruction. Lamentations 3:64-66 You will pay them back what they deserve, O LORD, according to the work of their hands. / Put a veil of anguish over their hearts; may Your curse be upon them! / You will pursue them in anger and exterminate them from under Your heavens, O LORD. Ezekiel 35:15 As you rejoiced when the inheritance of the house of Israel became desolate, so will I do to you. You will become a desolation, O Mount Seir, and so will all of Edom. Then they will know that I am the LORD. Matthew 27:39-44 And those who passed by heaped abuse on Him, shaking their heads / and saying, “You who are going to destroy the temple and rebuild it in three days, save Yourself! If You are the Son of God, come down from the cross!” / In the same way, the chief priests, scribes, and elders mocked Him, saying, ... Luke 23:35-39 The people stood watching, and the rulers sneered at Him, saying, “He saved others; let Him save Himself if He is the Christ of God, the Chosen One.” / The soldiers also mocked Him and came up to offer Him sour wine. / “If You are the King of the Jews,” they said, “save Yourself!” ... Mark 15:29-32 And those who passed by heaped abuse on Him, shaking their heads and saying, “Aha! You who are going to destroy the temple and rebuild it in three days, / come down from the cross and save Yourself!” / In the same way, the chief priests and scribes mocked Him among themselves, saying, “He saved others, but He cannot save Himself! ... Romans 12:19 Do not avenge yourselves, beloved, but leave room for God’s wrath. For it is written: “Vengeance is Mine; I will repay, says the Lord.” 2 Timothy 4:14 Alexander the coppersmith did great harm to me. The Lord will repay him according to his deeds. Treasury of Scripture Let them be turned back for a reward of their shame that say, Aha, aha. back Psalm 40:15 Let them be desolate for a reward of their shame that say unto me, Aha, aha. Acts 1:18 Now this man purchased a field with the reward of iniquity; and falling headlong, he burst asunder in the midst, and all his bowels gushed out. Aha, aha. Psalm 35:21,25 Yea, they opened their mouth wide against me, and said, Aha, aha, our eye hath seen it… Proverbs 24:17,18 Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth: … Ezekiel 25:3 And say unto the Ammonites, Hear the word of the Lord GOD; Thus saith the Lord GOD; Because thou saidst, Aha, against my sanctuary, when it was profaned; and against the land of Israel, when it was desolate; and against the house of Judah, when they went into captivity; Jump to Previous Aha Appalled Reason Reward Shame Turn TurnedJump to Next Aha Appalled Reason Reward Shame Turn TurnedPsalm 70 1. David solicits God to the speedy destruction of the wicked, 4. and preservation of the godly May those who say, “Aha, aha!” This phrase captures the mocking and derisive attitude of David's enemies. In biblical times, expressions like "Aha, aha!" were used to convey scorn and triumph over someone else's misfortune. This taunt is also seen in Psalm 40:15, indicating a recurring theme of adversaries seeking to humiliate the righteous. The repetition of "Aha" emphasizes the intensity of their mockery. In the broader biblical narrative, such mockery is often directed at God's people, reflecting the spiritual battle between righteousness and wickedness. This phrase can also be seen as a type of the mockery Jesus faced during His crucifixion, as recorded in Matthew 27:39-44, where onlookers derided Him. retreat because of their shame. Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidTraditionally attributed as the author of Psalm 70, David is expressing a plea for God's deliverance from his enemies. 2. Enemies of David The individuals who seek to harm David and take pleasure in his distress, often characterized by their mocking and scornful attitude. 3. Jerusalem While not directly mentioned in this verse, Jerusalem is often the backdrop for David's psalms, representing the center of worship and God's presence. 4. God The ultimate deliverer and protector whom David calls upon for help and vindication. 5. The Psalmist's Community The broader community of believers who would have used this psalm in worship, identifying with David's plea for divine intervention. Teaching Points The Power of WordsWords can wound deeply, and the mocking "Aha, aha!" reflects the destructive power of scorn. Believers should be mindful of their speech, using words to build up rather than tear down. God as Defender David's plea for his enemies to retreat in shame underscores the belief that God is the ultimate defender of the righteous. Trust in God's justice is paramount. Responding to Mockery When faced with ridicule, believers are encouraged to respond with grace and leave vindication to God, reflecting Christ-like behavior. Shame and Repentance The shame of the enemies can lead to repentance. Believers should pray for their adversaries, hoping for their transformation rather than their downfall. Community Support The psalmist's cry is not just personal but communal. Believers should support one another in prayer and encouragement, especially when facing opposition.Verse 3. - Let them be turned back for a reward of their shame. Psalm 40:15 has, "Let them be desolate," but this difference seems to arise from a corruption. That say, Aha, aha! Psalm 40:15 has, "that say to me, Aha, aha!" which is better. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew May those who say,הָ֝אֹמְרִ֗ים (hā·’ō·mə·rîm) Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 559: To utter, say “Aha, הֶ֘אָ֥ח ׀ (he·’āḥ) Interjection Strong's 1889: Aha! aha!” הֶאָֽח׃ (he·’āḥ) Interjection Strong's 1889: Aha! retreat יָ֭שׁוּבוּ (yā·šū·ḇū) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 7725: To turn back, in, to retreat, again because of עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against their shame. בָּשְׁתָּ֑ם (bā·šə·tām) Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 1322: Shame, shameful thing Links Psalm 70:3 NIVPsalm 70:3 NLT Psalm 70:3 ESV Psalm 70:3 NASB Psalm 70:3 KJV Psalm 70:3 BibleApps.com Psalm 70:3 Biblia Paralela Psalm 70:3 Chinese Bible Psalm 70:3 French Bible Psalm 70:3 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Psalm 70:3 Let them be turned because of their (Psalm Ps Psa.) |
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