Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version I would hurry to my place of shelter, far from the tempest and storm.” New Living Translation How quickly I would escape— far from this wild storm of hatred. English Standard Version I would hurry to find a shelter from the raging wind and tempest.” Berean Standard Bible I would hurry to my shelter, far from this raging tempest.” King James Bible I would hasten my escape from the windy storm and tempest. New King James Version I would hasten my escape From the windy storm and tempest.” New American Standard Bible “I would hurry to my place of refuge From the stormy wind and heavy gale.” NASB 1995 “I would hasten to my place of refuge From the stormy wind and tempest.” NASB 1977 “I would hasten to my place of refuge From the stormy wind and tempest.” Legacy Standard Bible I would hasten to my place of refuge From the stormy wind and tempest.” Amplified Bible “I would hurry to my refuge [my tranquil shelter far away] From the stormy wind and from the tempest.” Christian Standard Bible I would hurry to my shelter from the raging wind and the storm.” Holman Christian Standard Bible I would hurry to my shelter from the raging wind and the storm.” American Standard Version I would haste me to a shelter From the stormy wind and tempest. Contemporary English Version I would quickly find shelter from howling winds and raging storms. English Revised Version I would haste me to a shelter from the stormy wind and tempest. GOD'S WORD® Translation I would hurry to find shelter from the raging wind and storm." Good News Translation I would hurry and find myself a shelter from the raging wind and the storm. International Standard Version I want to deliver myself quickly from this windstorm and tempest." Majority Standard Bible I would hurry to my shelter, far from this raging tempest.? NET Bible I will hurry off to a place that is safe from the strong wind and the gale." New Heart English Bible "I would hurry to a shelter from the stormy wind and storm." Webster's Bible Translation I would hasten my escape from the windy storm and tempest. World English Bible “I would hurry to a shelter from the stormy wind and storm.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionI hurry escape for myself, "" From a rushing wind, from a whirlwind. Young's Literal Translation I hasten escape for myself, From a rushing wind, from a whirlwind. Smith's Literal Translation I will hasten escape to me from the rushing wind, from the storm. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleI waited for him that hath saved me from pusillanimity of spirit, and a storm. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible “I would soon find a shelter from the raging wind and storm.” New Revised Standard Version I would hurry to find a shelter for myself from the raging wind and tempest.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleI would wait for him that will save me from the windy storm and the tempest. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And I had waited for him who delivers me from the wind of hurricanes. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917I would haste me to a shelter From the stormy wind and tempest.' Brenton Septuagint Translation I waited for him that should deliver me from distress of spirit and tempest. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Cast Your Burden upon the LORD…7How far away I would flee! In the wilderness I would remain. Selah 8I would hurry to my shelter, far from this raging tempest.” 9O Lord, confuse and confound their speech, for I see violence and strife in the city.… Cross References Matthew 11:28-30 Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. / Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. / For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.” Isaiah 40:31 But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint. 1 Peter 5:7 Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you. Philippians 4:6-7 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. / And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Psalm 27:5 For in the day of trouble He will hide me in His shelter; He will conceal me under the cover of His tent; He will set me high upon a rock. Psalm 91:1-2 He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. / I will say to the LORD, “You are my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, / who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God. 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. Isaiah 26:3-4 You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You. / Trust in the LORD forever, because GOD the LORD is the Rock eternal. Psalm 46:1-3 For the choirmaster. Of the sons of Korah. According to Alamoth. A song. God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble. / Therefore we will not fear, though the earth is transformed and the mountains are toppled into the depths of the seas, / though their waters roar and foam and the mountains quake in the surge. Selah Hebrews 4:9-11 There remains, then, a Sabbath rest for the people of God. / For whoever enters God’s rest also rests from his own work, just as God did from His. / Let us, therefore, make every effort to enter that rest, so that no one will fall by following the same pattern of disobedience. Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, to give you a future and a hope. Romans 8:28 And we know that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose. Psalm 34:17-19 The righteous cry out, and the LORD hears; He delivers them from all their troubles. / The LORD is near to the brokenhearted; He saves the contrite in spirit. / Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the LORD delivers him from them all. 2 Thessalonians 3:16 Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you. Treasury of Scripture I would hasten my escape from the windy storm and tempest. the winds storm. Psalm 18:4 The sorrows of death compassed me, and the floods of ungodly men made me afraid. Isaiah 17:12,13 Woe to the multitude of many people, which make a noise like the noise of the seas; and to the rushing of nations, that make a rushing like the rushing of mighty waters! … Matthew 7:25-27 And the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat upon that house; and it fell not: for it was founded upon a rock… Jump to Previous Cover Driving Escape Far Find Haste Hasten Hurry Quickly Raging Refuge Rushing Shelter Storm Stormy Tempest Violent Whirlwind Wind WindyJump to Next Cover Driving Escape Far Find Haste Hasten Hurry Quickly Raging Refuge Rushing Shelter Storm Stormy Tempest Violent Whirlwind Wind WindyPsalm 55 1. David in his prayer complains of his fearful case9. He prays against his enemies, of whose wickedness and treachery he complains 16. He comforts himself in God's preservation oh him, and confusion of his enemies I would hurry away The phrase "I would hurry away" reflects a deep desire for escape and relief from overwhelming distress. In the Hebrew text, the verb used here conveys a sense of urgency and swiftness. This urgency is not just physical but emotional and spiritual, indicating a longing for immediate deliverance from the trials faced. Historically, this reflects the human condition of seeking refuge from life's burdens, a theme prevalent throughout the Psalms. The psalmist's yearning to flee is a metaphor for seeking God's peace and protection, reminding believers of the importance of turning to God in times of trouble. to a place of shelter far from the tempest and storm Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidTraditionally attributed as the author of Psalm 55, David is expressing his deep desire to escape from his troubles and find refuge. 2. Jerusalem The city where David often faced political and personal turmoil, possibly the setting for his plea for escape. 3. Enemies Though not named in this specific verse, the context of the psalm suggests David is surrounded by adversaries, possibly including his own son Absalom or close friends who betrayed him. 4. Shelter Symbolic of a place of safety and peace, representing God's protection. 5. Raging Tempest A metaphor for the chaos and danger David is experiencing, possibly reflecting both external threats and internal turmoil. Teaching Points Seeking Refuge in GodJust as David longed for a shelter from his troubles, believers are encouraged to seek refuge in God during times of distress. This involves turning to prayer, scripture, and the community of faith for support. Understanding Spiritual Storms Recognize that spiritual and emotional storms are part of the Christian journey. Identifying these "tempests" in our lives helps us to rely more fully on God's protection and guidance. The Power of Metaphor The imagery of a "raging tempest" can help us articulate our struggles and fears. Using biblical metaphors in prayer can deepen our communication with God. The Importance of Speed in Seeking God David's desire to "hurry" to his shelter suggests urgency in seeking God's presence. In times of trouble, we should not delay in turning to God for help. Community as Shelter While God is our ultimate refuge, He often provides shelter through the community of believers. Engaging with others in the faith can provide practical support and encouragement.Verse 8. - I would hasten my escape from the windy storm and tempest. As doves fly from storm and tempest to their nests in the rocks, so the psalmist would fain haste away from the passions and perils of the city to some safe refuge in the wilds. What he here anticipates, he afterwards accomplished, when he fled from Absalom over Jordan (2 Samuel 15:14). Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew I would hurryאָחִ֣ישָׁה (’ā·ḥî·šāh) Verb - Hifil - Imperfect Cohortative - first person common singular Strong's 2363: To hurry, to be eager with excitement, enjoyment to my shelter מִפְלָ֣ט (mip̄·lāṭ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4655: An escape or (place of) escape far from לִ֑י (lî) Preposition | first person common singular Strong's Hebrew this raging מֵר֖וּחַ (mê·rū·aḥ) Preposition-m | Noun - common singular Strong's 7307: Wind, breath, exhalation, life, anger, unsubstantiality, a region of the sky, spirit tempest.” מִסָּֽעַר׃ (mis·sā·‘ar) Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5591: A hurricane Links Psalm 55:8 NIVPsalm 55:8 NLT Psalm 55:8 ESV Psalm 55:8 NASB Psalm 55:8 KJV Psalm 55:8 BibleApps.com Psalm 55:8 Biblia Paralela Psalm 55:8 Chinese Bible Psalm 55:8 French Bible Psalm 55:8 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Psalm 55:8 I would hurry to a shelter (Psalm Ps Psa.) |
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