2 Samuel 22:31
New International Version
“As for God, his way is perfect: The LORD’s word is flawless; he shields all who take refuge in him.

New Living Translation
“God’s way is perfect. All the LORD’s promises prove true. He is a shield for all who look to him for protection.

English Standard Version
This God—his way is perfect; the word of the LORD proves true; he is a shield for all those who take refuge in him.

Berean Standard Bible
As for God, His way is perfect; the word of the LORD is flawless. He is a shield to all who take refuge in Him.

King James Bible
As for God, his way is perfect; the word of the LORD is tried: he is a buckler to all them that trust in him.

New King James Version
As for God, His way is perfect; The word of the LORD is proven; He is a shield to all who trust in Him.

New American Standard Bible
“As for God, His way is blameless; The word of the LORD is refined; He is a shield to all who take refuge in Him.

NASB 1995
“As for God, His way is blameless; The word of the LORD is tested; He is a shield to all who take refuge in Him.

NASB 1977
“As for God, His way is blameless; The word of the LORD is tested; He is a shield to all who take refuge in Him.

Legacy Standard Bible
As for God, His way is blameless; The word of Yahweh is tried; He is a shield to all who take refuge in Him.

Amplified Bible
“As for God, His way is blameless and perfect; The word of the LORD is tested. He is a shield to all those who take refuge and trust in Him.

Christian Standard Bible
God—his way is perfect; the word of the LORD is pure. He is a shield to all who take refuge in him.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
God—His way is perfect; the word of the LORD is pure. He is a shield to all who take refuge in Him.

American Standard Version
As for God, his way is perfect: The word of Jehovah is tried; He is a shield unto all them that take refuge in him.

Contemporary English Version
Your way is perfect, LORD, and your word is correct. You are a shield for those who run to you for help.

English Revised Version
As for God, his way is perfect: the word of the LORD is tried; he is a shield unto all them that trust in him.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
God's way is perfect! The promise of the LORD has proven to be true. He is a shield to all those who take refuge in him.

Good News Translation
This God--how perfect are his deeds, how dependable his words! He is like a shield for all who seek his protection.

International Standard Version
This God! His way is perfect! What the LORD declares proves true. He shields everyone who flees for protection to him!

Majority Standard Bible
As for God, His way is perfect; the word of the LORD is flawless. He is a shield to all who take refuge in Him.

NET Bible
The one true God acts in a faithful manner; the LORD's promise is reliable; he is a shield to all who take shelter in him.

New Heart English Bible
As for God, his way is perfect. The word of the LORD is pure. He is a shield to all those who take refuge in him.

Webster's Bible Translation
As for God, his way is perfect; the word of the LORD is tried: he is a buckler to all them that trust in him.

World English Bible
As for God, his way is perfect. Yahweh’s word is tested. He is a shield to all those who take refuge in him.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
God—His way [is] perfect, "" The saying of YHWH is tried, "" He [is] a shield to all those trusting in Him.

Young's Literal Translation
God! Perfect is His way, The saying of Jehovah is tried, A shield He is to all those trusting in Him.

Smith's Literal Translation
The Strong One, blameless his way The saying of Jehovah purified, A shield to all trusting in him.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
God, his way is immaculate, the word of the Lord is tried by fire: he is the shield of all that trust in him.

Catholic Public Domain Version
God, his way is immaculate; the eloquence of the Lord is an exacting fire. He is the shield of all who hope in him.

New American Bible
God’s way is unerring; the LORD’s promise is tried and true; he is a shield for all who trust in him.

New Revised Standard Version
This God—his way is perfect; the promise of the LORD proves true; he is a shield for all who take refuge in him.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
As for God, his way is perfect; the word of the LORD is tried; he succors all who trust in him.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
God whose way is without blemish; the word of LORD JEHOVAH is proven and he helps all who trust upon him
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
As for God, His way is perfect; The word of the LORD is tried; He is a shield unto all them that take refuge in Him.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
As for the Mighty One, his way is blameless: the word of the Lord is strong and tried in the fire: he is a protector to all that put their trust in him.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
David's Song of Deliverance
30For in You I can charge an army; with my God I can scale a wall. 31As for God, His way is perfect; the word of the LORD is flawless. He is a shield to all who take refuge in Him. 32For who is God besides the LORD? And who is the Rock except our God?…

Cross References
Psalm 18:30
As for God, His way is perfect; the word of the LORD is flawless. He is a shield to all who take refuge in Him.

Proverbs 30:5
Every word of God is flawless; He is a shield to those who take refuge in Him.

Deuteronomy 32:4
He is the Rock, His work is perfect; all His ways are just. A God of faithfulness without injustice, righteous and upright is He.

Psalm 12:6
The words of the LORD are flawless, like silver refined in a furnace, like gold purified sevenfold.

Psalm 19:7-9
The Law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the LORD is trustworthy, making wise the simple. / The precepts of the LORD are right, bringing joy to the heart; the commandments of the LORD are radiant, giving light to the eyes. / The fear of the LORD is pure, enduring forever; the judgments of the LORD are true, being altogether righteous.

Isaiah 55:11
so My word that proceeds from My mouth will not return to Me empty, but it will accomplish what I please, and it will prosper where I send it.

Matthew 5:48
Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.

Matthew 7:24-25
Therefore everyone who hears these words of Mine and acts on them is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. / The rain fell, the torrents raged, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because its foundation was on the rock.

Romans 12:2
Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God.

1 Corinthians 1:9
God, who has called you into fellowship with His Son Jesus Christ our Lord, is faithful.

1 Corinthians 10:13
No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; He will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, He will also provide an escape, so that you can stand up under it.

2 Corinthians 1:20
For all the promises of God are “Yes” in Christ. And so through Him, our “Amen” is spoken to the glory of God.

Ephesians 6:16
In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.

Philippians 1:6
being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.

Philippians 2:15
so that you may be blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and perverse generation, in which you shine as lights in the world


Treasury of Scripture

As for God, his way is perfect; the word of the LORD is tried: he is a buckler to all them that trust in him.

his way

Deuteronomy 32:4
He is the Rock, his work is perfect: for all his ways are judgment: a God of truth and without iniquity, just and right is he.

Daniel 4:37
Now I Nebuchadnezzar praise and extol and honour the King of heaven, all whose works are truth, and his ways judgment: and those that walk in pride he is able to abase.

Matthew 5:48
Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect.

the word

Psalm 12:6
The words of the LORD are pure words: as silver tried in a furnace of earth, purified seven times.

Psalm 18:30
As for God, his way is perfect: the word of the LORD is tried: he is a buckler to all those that trust in him.

Psalm 119:140
Thy word is very pure: therefore thy servant loveth it.

tried.

2 Samuel 22:3
The God of my rock; in him will I trust: he is my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my high tower, and my refuge, my saviour; thou savest me from violence.

Psalm 35:2
Take hold of shield and buckler, and stand up for mine help.

Psalm 91:4
He shall cover thee with his feathers, and under his wings shalt thou trust: his truth shall be thy shield and buckler.

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2 Samuel 22
1. David's psalm of thanksgiving for God's deliverance and blessings














As for God
This phrase sets the focus on the divine nature and character of God. In Hebrew, the word for God here is "El," which emphasizes His might and power. This introduction serves to remind the reader of the supreme authority and sovereignty of God, distinguishing Him from all other beings. Historically, this acknowledgment of God's supremacy was crucial for Israel, a nation surrounded by polytheistic cultures. It is a call to recognize the one true God who is above all.

His way is perfect
The Hebrew word for "way" is "derek," which can mean a path or journey. "Perfect" is translated from "tamim," meaning complete or without blemish. This phrase assures us that God's actions and plans are flawless and complete. In a world where human plans often fail, this is a profound reminder of the reliability and perfection of God's guidance. It encourages believers to trust in God's path, knowing it leads to ultimate good.

the word of the LORD
Here, "word" is "imrah" in Hebrew, signifying a command or promise. "LORD" is "Yahweh," the covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal and unchanging nature. This phrase highlights the power and authority of God's spoken and written word. Throughout history, God's word has been a source of guidance, comfort, and correction for His people. It is a reminder of the divine promises that are steadfast and true.

is flawless
The term "flawless" comes from the Hebrew "tsaraph," meaning refined or tested. This suggests that God's word has been proven true and reliable through time and experience. Just as precious metals are refined to remove impurities, God's word stands pure and trustworthy. This assurance is vital for believers who rely on Scripture as the foundation of their faith and life.

He is a shield
The imagery of a shield, "magen" in Hebrew, conveys protection and defense. In ancient times, a shield was essential for a warrior's survival in battle. This metaphor illustrates God's role as a protector for those who trust in Him. It reassures believers that God is actively guarding and defending them against spiritual and physical dangers.

to all who take refuge in Him
"Take refuge" is derived from the Hebrew "chacah," meaning to seek shelter or trust. This phrase invites all individuals to find safety and security in God's presence. Historically, cities of refuge in Israel provided safety for those in danger, symbolizing God's protection. This promise is inclusive, offering divine protection to anyone who chooses to trust in God, emphasizing His grace and mercy available to all.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
[As for] God,
הָאֵ֖ל (hā·’êl)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 410: Strength -- as adjective, mighty, the Almighty

His way
דַּרְכּ֑וֹ (dar·kōw)
Noun - common singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 1870: A road, a course of life, mode of action

is perfect;
תָּמִ֣ים (tā·mîm)
Adjective - masculine singular
Strong's 8549: Entire, integrity, truth

the word
אִמְרַ֤ת (’im·raṯ)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 565: Utterance, speech, word

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

is flawless.
צְרוּפָ֔ה (ṣə·rū·p̄āh)
Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - feminine singular
Strong's 6884: To smelt, refine, test

He
ה֔וּא (hū)
Pronoun - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are

is a shield
מָגֵ֣ן (mā·ḡên)
Noun - common singular
Strong's 4043: A shield, a protector, the scaly hide of the crocodile

to all
לְכֹ֖ל (lə·ḵōl)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

who take refuge
הַחֹסִ֥ים (ha·ḥō·sîm)
Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural
Strong's 2620: To flee for, protection, to confide in

in Him.
בּֽוֹ׃ (bōw)
Preposition | third person masculine singular
Strong's Hebrew


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