Psalm 94:18
New International Version
When I said, “My foot is slipping,” your unfailing love, LORD, supported me.

New Living Translation
I cried out, “I am slipping!” but your unfailing love, O LORD, supported me.

English Standard Version
When I thought, “My foot slips,” your steadfast love, O LORD, held me up.

Berean Standard Bible
If I say, “My foot is slipping,” Your loving devotion, O LORD, supports me.

King James Bible
When I said, My foot slippeth; thy mercy, O LORD, held me up.

New King James Version
If I say, “My foot slips,” Your mercy, O LORD, will hold me up.

New American Standard Bible
If I should say, “My foot has slipped,” Your faithfulness, LORD, will support me.

NASB 1995
If I should say, “My foot has slipped,” Your lovingkindness, O LORD, will hold me up.

NASB 1977
If I should say, “My foot has slipped,” Thy lovingkindness, O LORD, will hold me up.

Legacy Standard Bible
If I should say, “My foot has stumbled,” Your lovingkindness, O Yahweh, will hold me up.

Amplified Bible
If I say, “My foot has slipped,” Your compassion and lovingkindness, O LORD, will hold me up.

Christian Standard Bible
If I say, “My foot is slipping,” your faithful love will support me, LORD.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
If I say, “My foot is slipping,” Your faithful love will support me, LORD.

American Standard Version
When I said, My foot slippeth; Thy lovingkindness, O Jehovah, held me up.

Contemporary English Version
When I felt my feet slipping, you came with your love and kept me steady.

English Revised Version
When I said, My foot slippeth; thy mercy, O LORD, held me up.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
When I said, "My feet are slipping," your mercy, O LORD, continued to hold me up.

Good News Translation
I said, "I am falling"; but your constant love, O LORD, held me up.

International Standard Version
When I say that my foot is shaking, your gracious love, LORD, will sustain me.

Majority Standard Bible
If I say, “My foot is slipping,” Your loving devotion, O LORD, supports me.

NET Bible
If I say, "My foot is slipping," your loyal love, O LORD, supports me.

New Heart English Bible
When I said, "My foot is slipping." Your loving kindness, LORD, held me up.

Webster's Bible Translation
When I said, My foot slippeth; thy mercy, O LORD, held me up.

World English Bible
When I said, “My foot is slipping!” Your loving kindness, Yahweh, held me up.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
If I have said, “My foot has slipped,” "" Your kindness, O YHWH, supports me.

Young's Literal Translation
If I have said, 'My foot hath slipped,' Thy kindness, O Jehovah, supporteth me.

Smith's Literal Translation
If I said, My foot wavered; thy mercy, O Jehovah, upheld me.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
If I said: My foot is moved: thy mercy, O Lord, assisted me.

Catholic Public Domain Version
If ever I said, “My foot is slipping,” then your mercy, O Lord, assisted me.

New American Bible
When I say, “My foot is slipping,” your mercy, LORD, holds me up.

New Revised Standard Version
When I thought, “My foot is slipping,” your steadfast love, O LORD, held me up.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
When I said, My foot slips, thy mercy, O LORD, held me up.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
I said, "My feet have slipped, and your grace, LORD JEHOVAH, has supported me.”
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
If I say: 'My foot slippeth', Thy mercy, O LORD, holdeth me up.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
If I said, My foot has been moved;

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The LORD Will Not Forget His People
17Unless the LORD had been my helper, I would soon have dwelt in the abode of silence. 18If I say, “My foot is slipping,” Your loving devotion, O LORD, supports me. 19When anxiety overwhelms me, Your consolation delights my soul.…

Cross References
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.

Deuteronomy 31:8
The LORD Himself goes before you; He will be with you. He will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid or discouraged.”

Hebrews 13:5
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.”

Psalm 37:24
Though he falls, he will not be overwhelmed, for the LORD is holding his hand.

Isaiah 41:13
For I am the LORD your God, who takes hold of your right hand and tells you: Do not fear, I will help you.

Matthew 14:30-31
But when he saw the strength of the wind, he was afraid and, beginning to sink, cried out, “Lord, save me!” / Immediately Jesus reached out His hand and took hold of Peter. “You of little faith,” He said, “why did you doubt?”

Psalm 73:2
But as for me, my feet had almost stumbled; my steps had nearly slipped.

2 Corinthians 12:9
But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly in my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest on me.

Psalm 55:22
Cast your burden upon the LORD and He will sustain you; He will never let the righteous be shaken.

1 Peter 5:7
Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you.

Psalm 121:3
He will not allow your foot to slip; your Protector will not slumber.

Isaiah 46:4
Even to your old age, I will be the same, and I will bear you up when you turn gray. I have made you, and I will carry you; I will sustain you and deliver you.

Philippians 4:13
I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.

Psalm 18:35
You have given me Your shield of salvation; Your right hand upholds me, and Your gentleness exalts me.

John 10:28-29
I give them eternal life, and they will never perish. No one can snatch them out of My hand. / My Father who has given them to Me is greater than all. No one can snatch them out of My Father’s hand.


Treasury of Scripture

When I said, My foot slips; your mercy, O LORD, held me up.

my foot

Psalm 17:5
Hold up my goings in thy paths, that my footsteps slip not.

Psalm 37:23,24
The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his way…

Psalm 38:16
For I said, Hear me, lest otherwise they should rejoice over me: when my foot slippeth, they magnify themselves against me.

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Psalm 94
1. The prophet, calling for justice, complains of tyranny and impiety.
8. He teaches God's providence
12. He shows the blessedness of affliction
16. God is the defender of the afflicted.














If I say
This phrase introduces a hypothetical or conditional statement, indicating a moment of introspection or self-reflection. In the Hebrew text, the word used here is "אָמַרְתִּי" (amarti), which is a form of the verb "to say." This reflects the psalmist's internal dialogue, a common feature in the Psalms where the writer often speaks to themselves or to God, expressing their innermost thoughts and struggles. It sets the stage for a personal confession or realization, inviting the reader to consider their own moments of doubt or fear.

My foot is slipping
The imagery of a "slipping foot" is a metaphor for instability or danger. In the Hebrew, "מָטָה" (matah) conveys the idea of wavering or tottering. This phrase captures a moment of vulnerability, where the psalmist feels as though they are losing their footing in life, whether due to external pressures or internal struggles. Historically, the metaphor of slipping is used throughout the Bible to describe a loss of security or a fall into sin or trouble, emphasizing the human condition of frailty and the need for divine support.

Your loving devotion
The term "loving devotion" is translated from the Hebrew word "חֶסֶד" (chesed), which is rich in meaning, encompassing love, mercy, kindness, and faithfulness. This word is central to the Old Testament's depiction of God's character, highlighting His covenantal love and unwavering commitment to His people. In the context of this verse, it underscores the assurance that God's steadfast love is a source of stability and support, even when one's own strength fails.

O LORD
The use of "LORD" in all capital letters indicates the translation of the divine name "YHWH" (Yahweh), the personal name of God revealed to Moses. This name signifies God's eternal presence and unchanging nature. By invoking this name, the psalmist acknowledges the personal and covenantal relationship they have with God, who is both transcendent and intimately involved in the lives of His people.

will support me
The phrase "will support me" comes from the Hebrew "יִסְעָדֵנִי" (yis'adeni), which means to uphold, sustain, or support. This assurance of divine support is a recurring theme in the Psalms, where God is often depicted as a rock, fortress, or refuge. The psalmist expresses confidence that despite their own instability, God's strength and faithfulness will provide the necessary support to prevent them from falling. This reflects a deep trust in God's providential care and His ability to uphold those who rely on Him.

Verse 18. - When I said, My foot slippeth; thy mercy, O Lord, held me up. Another respect in which the godly, even though suffering affliction, are blessed. God upholds their tottering feet, and, when they are in danger, keeps them from falling.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
If
אִם־ (’im-)
Conjunction
Strong's 518: Lo!, whether?, if, although, Oh that!, when, not

I say,
אָ֭מַרְתִּי (’ā·mar·tî)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 559: To utter, say

“My foot
רַגְלִ֑י (raḡ·lî)
Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 7272: A foot, a step, the pudenda

is slipping,”
מָ֣טָה (mā·ṭāh)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 4131: To waver, to slip, shake, fall

Your loving devotion,
חַסְדְּךָ֥ (ḥas·də·ḵā)
Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 2617: Kindness, piety, reproof, beauty

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

will support me.
יִסְעָדֵֽנִי׃ (yis·‘ā·ḏê·nî)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular | first person common singular
Strong's 5582: To support, sustain, stay


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