Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Our help is in the name of the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth. New Living Translation Our help is from the LORD, who made heaven and earth. English Standard Version Our help is in the name of the LORD, who made heaven and earth. Berean Standard Bible Our help is in the name of the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth. King James Bible Our help is in the name of the LORD, who made heaven and earth. New King James Version Our help is in the name of the LORD, Who made heaven and earth. New American Standard Bible Our help is in the name of the LORD, Who made heaven and earth. NASB 1995 Our help is in the name of the LORD, Who made heaven and earth. NASB 1977 Our help is in the name of the LORD, Who made heaven and earth. Legacy Standard Bible Our help is in the name of Yahweh, Who made heaven and earth. Amplified Bible Our help is in the name of the LORD, Who made heaven and earth. Christian Standard Bible Our help is in the name of the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth. Holman Christian Standard Bible Our help is in the name of Yahweh, the Maker of heaven and earth. American Standard Version Our help is in the name of Jehovah, Who made heaven and earth. Contemporary English Version The LORD made heaven and earth, and he is the one who sends us help. English Revised Version Our help is in the name of the LORD, who made heaven and earth. GOD'S WORD® Translation Our help is in the name of the LORD, the maker of heaven and earth. Good News Translation Our help comes from the LORD, who made heaven and earth. International Standard Version Our help is in the name of the LORD, the maker of heaven and earth. NET Bible Our deliverer is the LORD, the Creator of heaven and earth. New Heart English Bible Our help is in the name of the LORD, who made heaven and earth. Webster's Bible Translation Our help is in the name of the LORD, who made heaven and earth. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleOur help is in the name of the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth. World English Bible Our help is in Yahweh’s name, who made heaven and earth. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionOur help [is] in the Name of YHWH, "" Maker of the heavens and earth! Young's Literal Translation Our help is in the name of Jehovah, Maker of the heavens and earth! Smith's Literal Translation Our help is in the name of Jehovah; he made the heavens and the earth. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleOur help is in the name of the Lord, who made heaven and earth. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible Our help is in the name of the LORD, the maker of heaven and earth. New Revised Standard Version Our help is in the name of the LORD, who made heaven and earth. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleOur help is in the name of the LORD, who made heaven and earth. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And our help is in The Name of LORD JEHOVAH, he who made Heaven and Earth! OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Our help is in the name of the LORD, Who made heaven and earth. Brenton Septuagint Translation Our help is in the name of the Lord, who made heaven and earth. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Our Help is in the Name of the LORD…7We have escaped like a bird from the snare of the fowler; the net is torn, and we have slipped away. 8Our help is in the name of the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth. Cross References Psalm 121:2 My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth. Psalm 146:5-6 Blessed is he whose help is the God of Jacob, whose hope is in the LORD his God, / the Maker of heaven and earth, the sea, and everything in them. He remains faithful forever. Genesis 1:1 In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. Isaiah 40:28 Do you not know? Have you not heard? The LORD is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He will not grow tired or weary; His understanding is beyond searching out. Acts 17:24 The God who made the world and everything in it is the Lord of heaven and earth and does not live in temples made by human hands. John 1:3 Through Him all things were made, and without Him nothing was made that has been made. Nehemiah 9:6 You alone are the LORD. You created the heavens, the highest heavens with all their host, the earth and all that is on it, the seas and all that is in them. You give life to all things, and the host of heaven worships You. Colossians 1:16 For in Him all things were created, things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities. All things were created through Him and for Him. Revelation 4:11 “Worthy are You, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for You created all things; by Your will they exist and were created.” Hebrews 1:10 And: “In the beginning, O Lord, You laid the foundations of the earth, and the heavens are the work of Your hands. Jeremiah 10:12 The LORD made the earth by His power; He established the world by His wisdom and stretched out the heavens by His understanding. Job 38:4-7 Where were you when I laid the foundations of the earth? Tell Me, if you have understanding. / Who fixed its measurements? Surely you know! Or who stretched a measuring line across it? / On what were its foundations set, or who laid its cornerstone, ... Isaiah 45:12 It is I who made the earth and created man upon it. It was My hands that stretched out the heavens, and I ordained all their host. Romans 11:36 For from Him and through Him and to Him are all things. To Him be the glory forever! Amen. 1 Corinthians 8:6 yet for us there is but one God, the Father, from whom all things came and for whom we exist. And there is but one Lord, Jesus Christ, through whom all things came and through whom we exist. Treasury of Scripture Our help is in the name of the LORD, who made heaven and earth. Psalm 115:15 Ye are blessed of the LORD which made heaven and earth. Psalm 121:2 My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth. Psalm 134:3 The LORD that made heaven and earth bless thee out of Zion. Jump to Previous Ascents Earth Heaven Heavens Help Maker Psalm SongJump to Next Ascents Earth Heaven Heavens Help Maker Psalm SongPsalm 124 1. The church blesses God for a miraculous deliveranceOur help is in the name of the LORD This phrase emphasizes reliance on God for assistance and deliverance. The "name of the LORD" signifies His character, authority, and power. In biblical times, a name represented the essence of a person. The Israelites often called upon the name of the LORD in times of trouble, reflecting their trust in His covenant faithfulness. This phrase connects to other scriptures such as Proverbs 18:10, which describes the name of the LORD as a strong tower, and Acts 4:12, which speaks of salvation found in no other name but Jesus. The invocation of God's name underscores His role as a protector and deliverer, themes prevalent throughout the Psalms. the Maker of heaven and earth Persons / Places / Events 1. The LORD (Yahweh)The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal existence and faithfulness to His people. 2. Heaven and Earth Represents the entirety of creation, highlighting God's sovereignty and creative power. 3. The Psalmist (David) Traditionally attributed to King David, who often expressed reliance on God amidst trials. 4. Israel The nation often depicted in the Psalms as relying on God's deliverance and protection. 5. Enemies of Israel Though not explicitly mentioned in this verse, the context of Psalm 124 involves deliverance from adversaries. Teaching Points Dependence on GodRecognize that true help and deliverance come from God alone, not from human strength or wisdom. God's Sovereignty Trust in God's control over all creation, knowing that He is the Maker of heaven and earth and holds all power. Covenant Relationship Embrace the personal relationship with God, who is not only Creator but also the covenant-keeping LORD who cares for His people. Faith in Trials In times of trouble, remember that God is our helper, and His name is a strong tower for those who seek refuge in Him. Worship and Praise Respond to God's help and creative power with worship, acknowledging His greatness and faithfulness. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 124Psalm 124:8 credits God as Maker of heaven and earth, seemingly conflicting with scientific models for the universe’s origins. How do believers harmonize these views? What does 'My help comes from the Lord' mean? What is life's purpose? In Psalm 134:3, how does claiming God as creator of heaven and earth align with scientific explanations for the universe's origins?(8) Who made.--See Note on Psalm 121:2.Verse 8. - Our help is in the Name of the Lord. "Our help is," and has always been, "in the Name" - i.e. in the manifested might - "of the Lord." It is he that has been "on our side," that has "helped" us, saved us, and delivered us. Who made heaven and earth (comp. Psalm 121:2; Psalm 134:3).
Hebrew Our helpעֶ֭זְרֵנוּ (‘ez·rê·nū) Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common plural Strong's 5828: A help, helper is in the name בְּשֵׁ֣ם (bə·šêm) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 8034: A name of the LORD, יְהוָ֑ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel the Maker עֹ֝שֵׂ֗ה (‘ō·śêh) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular construct Strong's 6213: To do, make of heaven שָׁמַ֥יִם (šā·ma·yim) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 8064: Heaven, sky and earth. וָאָֽרֶץ׃ (wā·’ā·reṣ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 776: Earth, land Links Psalm 124:8 NIVPsalm 124:8 NLT Psalm 124:8 ESV Psalm 124:8 NASB Psalm 124:8 KJV Psalm 124:8 BibleApps.com Psalm 124:8 Biblia Paralela Psalm 124:8 Chinese Bible Psalm 124:8 French Bible Psalm 124:8 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Psalm 124:8 Our help is in the name (Psalm Ps Psa.) |
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