Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version My eyes have seen the defeat of my adversaries; my ears have heard the rout of my wicked foes. New Living Translation My eyes have seen the downfall of my enemies; my ears have heard the defeat of my wicked opponents. English Standard Version My eyes have seen the downfall of my enemies; my ears have heard the doom of my evil assailants. Berean Standard Bible My eyes see the downfall of my enemies; my ears hear the wailing of my wicked foes. King James Bible Mine eye also shall see my desire on mine enemies, and mine ears shall hear my desire of the wicked that rise up against me. New King James Version My eye also has seen my desire on my enemies; My ears hear my desire on the wicked Who rise up against me. New American Standard Bible And my eye has looked at my enemies, My ears hear of the evildoers who rise up against me. NASB 1995 And my eye has looked exultantly upon my foes, My ears hear of the evildoers who rise up against me. NASB 1977 And my eye has looked exultantly upon my foes, My ears hear of the evildoers who rise up against me. Legacy Standard Bible And my eye has looked exultantly upon my foes, My ears hear of the evildoers who rise up against me. Amplified Bible My eye has looked on my foes; My ears hear of the evildoers who rise up against me. Christian Standard Bible My eyes look at my enemies; when evildoers rise against me, my ears hear them. Holman Christian Standard Bible My eyes look down on my enemies; my ears hear evildoers when they attack me. American Standard Version Mine eye also hath seen my desire on mine enemies, Mine ears have heard my desire of the evil-doers that rise up against me. Contemporary English Version My eyes have seen, and my ears have heard the doom and destruction of my evil enemies. English Revised Version Mine eye also hath seen my desire on mine enemies, mine ears have heard my desire of the evil-doers that rise up against me. GOD'S WORD® Translation My eyes gloat over those who spy on me. My ears hear [the cries] of evildoers attacking me. Good News Translation I have seen the defeat of my enemies and heard the cries of the wicked. International Standard Version My eyes gloated over those who lie in wait for me; when those of evil intent attack me, my ears will hear. Majority Standard Bible My eyes see the downfall of my enemies; my ears hear the wailing of my wicked foes. NET Bible I gloat in triumph over those who tried to ambush me; I hear the defeated cries of the evil foes who attacked me. New Heart English Bible My eye has also seen my enemies. My ears have heard of the wicked enemies who rise up against me. Webster's Bible Translation My eye also shall see my desire on my enemies, and my ears shall hear my desire of the wicked that rise up against me. World English Bible My eye has also seen my enemies. My ears have heard of the wicked enemies who rise up against me. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd my eye looks on my enemies, "" Of those rising up against me, "" The evildoers, my ears hear. Young's Literal Translation And mine eye looketh on mine enemies, Of those rising up against me, The evil doers, do mine ears hear. Smith's Literal Translation And mine eye shall look upon mine enemies: in the risings up of the unjust against me, mine ears shall hear. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleMy eye also hath looked down upon my enemies: and my ear shall hear of the downfall of the malignant that rise up against me. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible My eyes look with glee on my wicked enemies; my ears shall hear what happens to my wicked foes. New Revised Standard Version My eyes have seen the downfall of my enemies; my ears have heard the doom of my evil assailants. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleMine eyes also shall see my desire on mine enemies, and mine ears shall hear my desire against the wicked that rise up against me. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And my eyes see among my enemies, and among the evil who stand against me my ears will hear. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Mine eye also hath gazed on them that lie in wait for me, Mine ears have heard my desire of the evil-doers that rise up against me. Brenton Septuagint Translation And mine eye has seen mine enemies, and mine ear shall hear the wicked that rise up against me. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context How Great Are Your Works…10But You have exalted my horn like that of a wild ox; with fine oil I have been anointed. 11My eyes see the downfall of my enemies; my ears hear the wailing of my wicked foes. 12The righteous will flourish like a palm tree, and grow like a cedar in Lebanon.… Cross References Psalm 91:8 You will only see it with your eyes and witness the punishment of the wicked. Psalm 37:34 Wait for the LORD and keep His way, and He will raise you up to inherit the land. When the wicked are cut off, you will see it. Psalm 54:7 For He has delivered me from every trouble, and my eyes have looked in triumph on my foes. Psalm 112:8 His heart is assured; he does not fear, until he looks in triumph on his foes. Psalm 58:10 The righteous will rejoice when they see they are avenged; they will wash their feet in the blood of the wicked. Psalm 37:36 yet he passed away and was no more; though I searched, he could not be found. Psalm 59:10 My God of loving devotion will come to meet me; God will let me stare down my foes. Psalm 27:6 Then my head will be held high above my enemies around me. At His tabernacle I will offer sacrifices with shouts of joy; I will sing and make music to the LORD. Psalm 118:7 The LORD is on my side; He is my helper. Therefore I will look in triumph on those who hate me. Psalm 92:7 that though the wicked sprout like grass, and all evildoers flourish, they will be forever destroyed. Proverbs 29:16 When the wicked thrive, rebellion increases; but the righteous will see their downfall. Isaiah 66:24 “As they go forth, they will see the corpses of the men who have rebelled against Me; for their worm will never die, their fire will never be quenched, and they will be a horror to all mankind.” Malachi 4:3 Then you will trample the wicked, for they will be ashes under the soles of your feet on the day I am preparing,” says the LORD of Hosts. Luke 10:19 Behold, I have given you authority to tread on snakes and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy. Nothing will harm you. 2 Thessalonians 1:6 After all, it is only right for God to repay with affliction those who afflict you, Treasury of Scripture My eye also shall see my desire on my enemies, and my ears shall hear my desire of the wicked that rise up against me. Psalm 37:34 Wait on the LORD, and keep his way, and he shall exalt thee to inherit the land: when the wicked are cut off, thou shalt see it. Psalm 54:7 For he hath delivered me out of all trouble: and mine eye hath seen his desire upon mine enemies. Psalm 59:10 The God of my mercy shall prevent me: God shall let me see my desire upon mine enemies. Jump to Previous Adversaries Assailants Defeat Desire Doom Downfall Ears Enemies Evil Evildoers Evil-Doers Eye Eyes Fate Foes Gazed Haters Hear Heard Lie News Rise Rising Trouble Wait WickedJump to Next Adversaries Assailants Defeat Desire Doom Downfall Ears Enemies Evil Evildoers Evil-Doers Eye Eyes Fate Foes Gazed Haters Hear Heard Lie News Rise Rising Trouble Wait WickedPsalm 92 1. The prophet exhorts to praise God4. For his great works 6. For his judgments on the wicked 10. And for his goodness to the godly. My eyes see the downfall of my enemies; This phrase reflects a theme of divine justice and vindication. In the biblical context, the psalmist expresses confidence in God's ability to bring about the defeat of those who oppose righteousness. The imagery of "seeing" suggests a personal witness to God's intervention. Historically, the Israelites often faced numerous enemies, and this assurance would have been a source of comfort. Theologically, this can be connected to the broader biblical narrative where God consistently delivers His people, as seen in the Exodus (Exodus 14:30-31) and the conquest of Canaan (Joshua 21:44-45). The phrase also foreshadows the ultimate victory over evil, as prophesied in Revelation 20:10, where the final defeat of Satan and his forces is depicted. my ears hear the wailing of my wicked foes. Persons / Places / Events 1. PsalmistThe author of Psalm 92, traditionally attributed to David, who expresses gratitude and praise to God for His works and justice. 2. Enemies Those who oppose the psalmist, representing the wicked and those who stand against God's people. 3. Wicked Foes Individuals who act in opposition to God's will and righteousness, often causing harm or distress to the faithful. 4. Downfall The defeat or destruction of the psalmist's enemies, symbolizing God's justice and protection over His people. 5. Wailing The cries of distress from the wicked, indicating their recognition of defeat and the consequences of their actions. Teaching Points God's Justice is InevitableTrust that God will bring justice in His perfect timing. The downfall of the wicked is a testament to His righteousness. Maintain a Heart of Compassion While witnessing the downfall of enemies, remember to pray for their repentance and transformation. Rejoice in God's Protection Celebrate God's protection and deliverance in your life, recognizing His hand in overcoming adversities. Focus on Righteous Living Instead of fixating on the downfall of others, strive to live a life that honors God and reflects His love. Trust in God's Sovereignty Even when facing opposition, trust that God is in control and will ultimately vindicate His people.(11) Mine eye also.--Better, And my eye looked upon (was able to look without fear) my insidious foes, and for their rising against me as villains my ears listened (without alarm).Verse 11. - Mine eye also shall see my desire on mine enemies (comp. Psalm 54:7; Psalm 59:10). The "desire" is probably that expressed in Psalm 91:13. And mine ears shall hear my desire of the wicked that rise up against me. This is an unusual phrase, but sufficiently intelligible. Triumph over enemies is perceived both by the eye and by the ear. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew My eyesעֵינִ֗י (‘ê·nî) Noun - common singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 5869: An eye, a fountain see the downfall וַתַּבֵּ֥ט (wat·tab·bêṭ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 5027: To scan, look intently at, to regard of my enemies; בְּשׁ֫וּרָ֥י (bə·šū·rāy) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common singular Strong's 7790: Perhaps enemy when evildoers מְרֵעִ֗ים (mə·rê·‘îm) Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 7489: To spoil, to make, good for, nothing, bad attack בַּקָּמִ֖ים (baq·qā·mîm) Preposition-b, Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 6965: To arise, stand up, stand me, עָלַ֥י (‘ā·lay) Preposition | first person common singular Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against my ears אָזְנָֽי׃ (’ā·zə·nāy) Noun - fdc | first person common singular Strong's 241: Broadness, the ear are open. תִּשְׁמַ֥עְנָה (tiš·ma‘·nāh) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person feminine plural Strong's 8085: To hear intelligently Links Psalm 92:11 NIVPsalm 92:11 NLT Psalm 92:11 ESV Psalm 92:11 NASB Psalm 92:11 KJV Psalm 92:11 BibleApps.com Psalm 92:11 Biblia Paralela Psalm 92:11 Chinese Bible Psalm 92:11 French Bible Psalm 92:11 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Psalm 92:11 My eye has also seen my enemies (Psalm Ps Psa.) |
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