New International Version Praise be to the LORD, who has not let us be torn by their teeth. New Living Translation Praise the LORD, who did not let their teeth tear us apart! English Standard Version Blessed be the LORD, who has not given us as prey to their teeth! Berean Standard Bible Blessed be the LORD, who has not given us as prey to their teeth. Berean Literal Bible Blessed be YHWH, who has not given us as prey to their teeth! King James Bible Blessed be the LORD, who hath not given us as a prey to their teeth. New King James Version Blessed be the LORD, Who has not given us as prey to their teeth. New American Standard Bible Blessed be the LORD, Who has not given us to be torn by their teeth. NASB 1995 Blessed be the LORD, Who has not given us to be torn by their teeth. NASB 1977 Blessed be the LORD, Who has not given us to be torn by their teeth. Legacy Standard Bible Blessed be Yahweh, Who has not given us to be prey for their teeth. Amplified Bible Blessed be the LORD, Who has not given us as prey to be torn by their teeth. Berean Annotated Bible Blessed be the LORD {YHWH}, who has not given us as prey to their teeth. Christian Standard Bible Blessed be the LORD, who has not let us be ripped apart by their teeth. Holman Christian Standard Bible Praise the LORD, who has not let us be ripped apart by their teeth. American Standard Version Blessed be Jehovah, Who hath not given us as a prey to their teeth. Contemporary English Version Let's praise the LORD! He protected us from enemies who were like wild animals, English Revised Version Blessed be the LORD, who hath not given us as a prey to their teeth. GOD'S WORD® Translation Thank the LORD, who did not let them sink their teeth into us. Good News Translation Let us thank the LORD, who has not let our enemies destroy us. International Standard Version Blessed be the LORD, who did not give us as prey to their teeth. NET Bible The LORD deserves praise, for he did not hand us over as prey to their teeth. New Heart English Bible Blessed be the LORD, who has not given us as a prey to their teeth. Webster's Bible Translation Blessed be the LORD, who hath not given us as a prey to their teeth. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleBlessed be the LORD, who has not given us as prey to their teeth. World English Bible Blessed be Yahweh, who has not given us as a prey to their teeth. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionBlessed [is] YHWH who has not given us, "" [As] prey to their teeth. Berean Literal Bible Blessed be YHWH, who has not given us as prey to their teeth! Young's Literal Translation Blessed is Jehovah who hath not given us, A prey to their teeth. Smith's Literal Translation Blessed be Jehovah, who gave us not a prey to their teeth. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBlessed be the Lord, who hath not given us to be a prey to their teeth. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible Blessed is the LORD, who did not leave us to be torn by their teeth. New Revised Standard Version Blessed be the LORD, who has not given us as prey to their teeth. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBlessed be the LORD, who has not given us as a prey to their teeth. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Blessed is LORD JEHOVAH who has not given us as food for their teeth! OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Blessed be the LORD, Who hath not given us as a prey to their teeth. Brenton Septuagint Translation Blessed be the Lord, who has not given us for a prey to their teeth. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Our Help is in the Name of the LORD…5then the raging waters would have swept us away. 6Blessed be the LORD, who has not given us as prey to their teeth. 7We have escaped like a bird from the snare of the fowler; the net is torn, and we have slipped away.… Cross References Blessed be the LORD, Psalm 68:19 Blessed be the Lord, who daily bears our burden, the God of our salvation. Selah Psalm 144:1 Of David. Blessed be the LORD, my Rock, who trains my hands for war, my fingers for battle. Psalm 28:6 Blessed be the LORD, for He has heard my cry for mercy. who has not given us Psalm 41:2 The LORD will protect and preserve him; He will bless him in the land and refuse to give him over to the will of his foes. Psalm 118:18 The LORD disciplined me severely, but He has not given me over to death. 1 Samuel 23:14 And David stayed in the wilderness strongholds and in the hill country of the Wilderness of Ziph. Day after day Saul searched for him, but God would not deliver David into his hand. as prey to their teeth. Proverbs 30:14 there is a generation whose teeth are swords and whose jaws are knives, devouring the oppressed from the earth and the needy from among men. Psalm 57:4 My soul is among the lions; I lie down with ravenous beasts—with men whose teeth are spears and arrows, whose tongues are sharp swords. Psalm 58:6 O God, shatter their teeth in their mouths; O LORD, tear out the fangs of the lions. Exodus 18:10 Jethro declared, “Blessed be the LORD, who has delivered you from the hand of the Egyptians and of Pharaoh, and who has delivered the people from the hand of the Egyptians. 2 Corinthians 1:10 He has delivered us from such a deadly peril, and He will deliver us. In Him we have placed our hope that He will yet again deliver us, Daniel 6:27 He delivers and rescues; He performs signs and wonders in the heavens and on the earth, for He has rescued Daniel from the power of the lions.” 2 Timothy 4:17-18 But the Lord stood by me and strengthened me, so that through me the message would be fully proclaimed, and all the Gentiles would hear it. So I was delivered from the mouth of the lion. / And the Lord will rescue me from every evil action and bring me safely into His heavenly kingdom. To Him be the glory forever and ever. Amen. Psalm 91:3 Surely He will deliver you from the snare of the fowler, and from the deadly plague. Acts 12:11 Then Peter came to himself and said, “Now I know for sure that the Lord has sent His angel and rescued me from Herod’s grasp and from everything the Jewish people were anticipating.” Psalm 34:19 Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the LORD delivers him from them all. Treasury of Scripture Blessed be the LORD, who has not given us as a prey to their teeth. who hath not Psalm 17:9 From the wicked that oppress me, from my deadly enemies, who compass me about. Psalm 118:13 Thou hast thrust sore at me that I might fall: but the LORD helped me. Psalm 145:5,6 I will speak of the glorious honour of thy majesty, and of thy wondrous works… Jump to Previous Blessed Praise Prey Teeth Torn WoundedJump to Next Blessed Praise Prey Teeth Torn WoundedPsalm 124 1. The church blesses God for a miraculous deliveranceBlessed be the LORD, David calls God’s people to praise the covenant Lord whose power and goodness have preserved them. Israel’s worship repeatedly blesses the LORD in grateful recognition that every rescue comes from His hand (Psalm 103:1–2; Psalm 124:1–5). Psa 68:19 Blessed be the Lord, who daily bears our burden… who has not given us The LORD did not abandon His people to the designs of their enemies. Israel’s history—from deliverance at the Red Sea to protection amid hostile nations—testifies that God sovereignly restrains those who would destroy His people. His preserving care ultimately finds its fullest assurance in Christ, who keeps His sheep and gives them eternal life (John 10:27–29). Psa 41:2 The LORD will protect and preserve him; He will bless him… as prey to their teeth. Violent enemies are pictured as predators ready to tear apart defenseless prey. The image recalls the real danger Israel faced from surrounding nations and also portrays the spiritual hostility believers endure in a fallen world. The devil seeks to devour, but God provides refuge and strength for those who trust Him (1 Peter 5:8–9). Pro 30:14 there is a generation whose teeth are swords… Persons / Places / Events 1. The LORD (Yahweh)The covenant-keeping God of Israel, who is praised for His protection and deliverance. 2. The Psalmist (David) Traditionally attributed to King David, who often wrote psalms of thanksgiving and deliverance. 3. Israel The nation that experienced God's deliverance from various enemies throughout its history. 4. Enemies (Metaphorical Teeth) Represents the threats and dangers faced by Israel, often depicted as wild animals ready to devour. 5. Deliverance Event While not specified, this psalm reflects a general theme of God’s deliverance from peril, possibly recalling events like the Exodus or battles against surrounding nations. Teaching Points God’s Sovereign ProtectionGod is actively involved in the lives of His people, providing protection from both physical and spiritual dangers. Recognition of Divine Intervention It is important to acknowledge and give thanks for God’s deliverance in our lives, recognizing His hand in our safety and well-being. Trust in God’s Faithfulness Just as God delivered Israel, He remains faithful to His promises and will deliver us from our adversaries. Spiritual Warfare Awareness Believers must be aware of the spiritual battles they face and rely on God’s strength and protection. Praise as a Response to Deliverance Our response to God’s deliverance should be one of praise and thanksgiving, acknowledging His power and mercy. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Psalm 124:6?2. How does Psalm 124:6 inspire gratitude for God's protection in your life? 3. What does "not given us as prey" reveal about God's deliverance? 4. How can Psalm 124:6 strengthen your trust in God's sovereignty today? 5. Which other scriptures emphasize God's protection like Psalm 124:6 does? 6. How can you apply the message of Psalm 124:6 in daily challenges? 7. How does Psalm 124:6 reflect God's protection in times of danger? 8. What historical events might Psalm 124:6 be referencing? 9. How does Psalm 124:6 challenge our understanding of divine intervention? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 124? What Does Psalm 124:6 Mean Blessed be the LORD• The psalmist starts with worship, not worry. Before mentioning enemies, David places God at the center: “Bless the LORD, O my soul” (Psalm 103:1). • Praising first reminds us the battle is already under God’s control, echoing “Blessed be the name of the LORD now and forevermore” (Psalm 113:2). • New-Testament believers follow the same pattern: “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ” (Ephesians 1:3). The reflex of a rescued heart is gratitude. who has not given us • David credits God alone for Israel’s survival; it was never luck or military genius. “The horse is prepared for the day of battle, but victory rests with the LORD” (Proverbs 21:31). • God’s sovereignty means He actively withholds His people from destruction (John 10:28, “no one will snatch them out of My hand”). • Notice the past-tense certainty. Just as Joshua could say, “Not one of all the LORD’s good promises to Israel failed” (Joshua 21:45), we look back at the cross and empty tomb as completed rescue missions. as prey • “Prey” paints a vivid picture of helplessness. Israel was cornered, but God stepped in. Psalm 44:22 admits, “For Your sake we face death all day long; we are considered as sheep to be slaughtered.” • The church also recognizes real spiritual predators: “Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion seeking someone to devour” (1 Peter 5:8). • The phrase reminds us God does more than soothe fears—He keeps the enemy from ever getting a bite. to their teeth • Teeth symbolize an enemy’s power to destroy (Psalm 57:4, “Their teeth are spears and arrows”). God broke that power: “My God sent His angel and shut the lions’ mouths” (Daniel 6:22). • Ultimately Christ fulfills this deliverance: He disarmed the rulers and authorities, “triumphing over them by the cross” (Colossians 2:15). • Because God intervenes, believers can sing with David, “He rescues me from my powerful enemy” (Psalm 18:17). summary Psalm 124:6 celebrates a concrete rescue. David blesses the LORD for personally preventing His people from becoming easy pickings for brutal foes. The verse invites believers today to thank God first, trust His sovereign hold, remember our helplessness apart from Him, and rest in the broken teeth of every enemy through Christ’s decisive victory. Verse 6. - Blessed be the Lord, who hath not given us as a prey to their teeth. We are not devoured - we are not "swallowed up" - thanks to the interposition of the merciful and gracious Lord, to whom therefore praise and blessing are due.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Blessedבָּר֥וּךְ (bā·rūḵ) Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - masculine singular Strong's 1288: To kneel, to bless God, man, to curse [be] the LORD, יְהוָ֑ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel who has not שֶׁלֹּ֥א (šel·lō) Pronoun - relative | Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no given us נְתָנָ֥נוּ (nə·ṯā·nā·nū) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular | first person common plural Strong's 5414: To give, put, set as prey טֶ֝֗רֶף (ṭe·rep̄) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2964: Something torn, a fragment, a fresh leaf, prey, food to their teeth. לְשִׁנֵּיהֶֽם׃ (lə·šin·nê·hem) Preposition-l | Noun - cdc | third person masculine plural Strong's 8127: A tooth, ivory, a cliff Additonal Resources Psalm 124:6 Blue Letter BiblePsalm 124:6 Bible Gateway Psalm 124:6 Bible.com Psalm 124:6 NIV |
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