Psalm 46:11
New International Version
The LORD Almighty is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress.

New Living Translation
The LORD of Heaven’s Armies is here among us; the God of Israel is our fortress. Interlude

English Standard Version
The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress. Selah

Berean Standard Bible
The LORD of Hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress. Selah

King James Bible
The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah.

New King James Version
The LORD of hosts is with us; The God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah

New American Standard Bible
The LORD of armies is with us; The God of Jacob is our stronghold. Selah

NASB 1995
The LORD of hosts is with us; The God of Jacob is our stronghold. Selah.

NASB 1977
The LORD of hosts is with us; The God of Jacob is our stronghold. Selah.

Legacy Standard Bible
Yahweh of hosts is with us; The God of Jacob is our stronghold. Selah.

Amplified Bible
The LORD of hosts is with us; The God of Jacob is our stronghold [our refuge, our high tower]. Selah.

Christian Standard Bible
The LORD of Armies is with us; the God of Jacob is our stronghold. Selah

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Yahweh of Hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our stronghold. Selah

American Standard Version
Jehovah of hosts is with us; The God of Jacob is our refuge. [Selah

Contemporary English Version
The LORD All-Powerful is with us. The God of Jacob is our fortress.

English Revised Version
The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The LORD of Armies is with us. The God of Jacob is our stronghold. [Selah]

Good News Translation
The LORD Almighty is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge.

International Standard Version
The LORD of the heavenly armies is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Interlude

Majority Standard Bible
The LORD of Hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress. Selah

NET Bible
The LORD who commands armies is on our side! The God of Jacob is our protector! (Selah)

New Heart English Bible
The LORD of hosts is with us. The God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah.

Webster's Bible Translation
The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah.

World English Bible
Yahweh of Armies is with us. The God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
YHWH of hosts [is] with us, "" The God of Jacob [is] a tower for us! Selah.

Young's Literal Translation
Jehovah of hosts is with us, A tower for us is the God of Jacob! Selah.

Smith's Literal Translation
Jehovah of armies is with us; the God of Jacob a height for us. Silence.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The Lord of armies is with us: the God of Jacob is our protector.

Catholic Public Domain Version
The Lord of hosts is with us. The God of Jacob is our supporter.

New American Bible
The LORD of hosts is with us; our stronghold is the God of Jacob. Selah

New Revised Standard Version
The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
LORD JEHOVAH of hosts is with us, and our helper is the God of Jacob.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
The LORD of hosts is with us; The God of Jacob is our high tower. Selah

Brenton Septuagint Translation
The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our helper.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
God is Our Refuge and Strength
10“Be still and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted over the earth.” 11The LORD of Hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress. Selah

Cross References
Isaiah 8:10
Devise a plan, but it will be thwarted; state a proposal, but it will not happen. For God is with us.”

Isaiah 41:10
Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.

Isaiah 43:2
When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you go through the rivers, they will not overwhelm you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be scorched; the flames will not set you ablaze.

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.”

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.”

Deuteronomy 31:6
Be strong and courageous; do not be afraid or terrified of them, for it is the LORD your God who goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you.”

Joshua 1:9
Have I not commanded you to be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.”

2 Chronicles 20:17
You need not fight this battle. Take up your positions, stand firm, and see the salvation of the LORD on your behalf, O Judah and Jerusalem. Do not be afraid or discouraged. Go out and face them tomorrow, for the LORD is with you.’”

Exodus 14:14
The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still.”

Psalm 27:1
Of David. The LORD is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life—whom shall I dread?

Psalm 118:6
The LORD is on my side; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?

Romans 8:31
What then shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?

Matthew 28:20
and teaching them to obey all that I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”

Hebrews 13:5-6
Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, for God has said: “Never will I leave you, never will I forsake you.” / So we say with confidence: “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?”

John 14:27
Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid.


Treasury of Scripture

The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah.

the God

Psalm 46:1,7
To the chief Musician for the sons of Korah, A Song upon Alamoth. God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble…

Psalm 48:3
God is known in her palaces for a refuge.

Deuteronomy 33:27
The eternal God is thy refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms: and he shall thrust out the enemy from before thee; and shall say, Destroy them.

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The LORD of Hosts
This phrase, "The LORD of Hosts," is a powerful title for God, emphasizing His supreme command over all heavenly and earthly armies. The Hebrew term "Yahweh Sabaoth" conveys God's sovereignty and omnipotence. Historically, this title reassured Israel of God's protection and strength, especially during times of war or distress. It reminds believers today of God's ultimate authority and His ability to marshal all forces for His divine purposes.

is with us
The phrase "is with us" underscores the intimate presence of God among His people. The Hebrew word "Immanuel," meaning "God with us," echoes this sentiment. This assurance of God's presence is a recurring theme throughout Scripture, providing comfort and courage. It reflects the covenant relationship between God and His people, promising that He will never leave nor forsake them, as seen in Deuteronomy 31:6.

The God of Jacob
Referring to "The God of Jacob" connects the present to the patriarchal past, highlighting God's faithfulness across generations. Jacob, later named Israel, represents the chosen lineage through which God's promises were fulfilled. This phrase reassures believers of God's unchanging nature and His commitment to His covenant people, as He was with Jacob, so He is with us.

is our fortress
The imagery of "is our fortress" conveys a sense of security and refuge. The Hebrew word "misgav" suggests a high, safe place, a stronghold against enemies. In ancient times, fortresses were vital for protection against invaders. Spiritually, this metaphor assures believers that God is their ultimate protector, a safe haven amidst life's storms, echoing the sentiments of Psalm 18:2.

Selah
The term "Selah" is often interpreted as a pause or interlude, inviting reflection on the preceding words. While its exact meaning is debated, it serves as a prompt to meditate on the truth and power of God's presence and protection. In the context of worship, it encourages believers to pause and consider the magnitude of God's promises and His unwavering faithfulness.

Verse 11. - The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our Refuge (see the comment on ver. 7).



Parallel Commentaries ...


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

of Hosts
צְבָא֣וֹת (ṣə·ḇā·’ō·wṯ)
Noun - common plural
Strong's 6635: A mass of persons, reg, organized for, war, a campaign

is with us;
עִמָּ֑נוּ (‘im·mā·nū)
Preposition | first person common plural
Strong's 5973: With, equally with

the God
אֱלֹהֵ֖י (’ĕ·lō·hê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative

of Jacob
יַעֲקֹ֣ב (ya·‘ă·qōḇ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3290: Jacob -- a son of Isaac, also his desc

is our fortress.
מִשְׂגָּֽב־ (miś·gāḇ-)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4869: A secure height, retreat, stronghold

Selah
סֶֽלָה׃ (se·lāh)
Interjection
Strong's 5542: Suspension, pause


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