Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The King is mighty, he loves justice— you have established equity; in Jacob you have done what is just and right. New Living Translation Mighty King, lover of justice, you have established fairness. You have acted with justice and righteousness throughout Israel. English Standard Version The King in his might loves justice. You have established equity; you have executed justice and righteousness in Jacob. Berean Standard Bible The mighty King loves justice. You have established equity; You have exercised justice and righteousness in Jacob. King James Bible The king's strength also loveth judgment; thou dost establish equity, thou executest judgment and righteousness in Jacob. New King James Version The King’s strength also loves justice; You have established equity; You have executed justice and righteousness in Jacob. New American Standard Bible The strength of the King loves justice; You have established order; You have executed justice and righteousness in Jacob. NASB 1995 The strength of the King loves justice; You have established equity; You have executed justice and righteousness in Jacob. NASB 1977 And the strength of the King loves justice; Thou hast established equity; Thou hast executed justice and righteousness in Jacob. Legacy Standard Bible The strength of the King loves justice; You have established equity; You have done justice and righteousness in Jacob. Amplified Bible The strength of the King loves justice and righteous judgment; You have established fairness; You have executed justice and righteousness in Jacob (Israel). Christian Standard Bible The mighty King loves justice. You have established fairness; you have administered justice and righteousness in Jacob. Holman Christian Standard Bible The mighty King loves justice. You have established fairness; You have administered justice and righteousness in Jacob. American Standard Version The king's strength also loveth justice; Thou dost establish equity; Thou executest justice and righteousness in Jacob. Contemporary English Version You are our mighty King, a lover of fairness, who sees that justice is done everywhere in Israel. English Revised Version The king's strength also loveth judgment; thou dost establish equity, thou executest judgment and righteousness in Jacob. GOD'S WORD® Translation The king's strength is that he loves justice. You have established fairness. You have done what is fair and right for Jacob. Good News Translation Mighty king, you love what is right; you have established justice in Israel; you have brought righteousness and fairness. International Standard Version A mighty king who loves justice, you have established fairness. You have exercised justice and righteousness over Jacob. Majority Standard Bible The mighty King loves justice. You have established equity; You have exercised justice and righteousness in Jacob. NET Bible The king is strong; he loves justice. You ensure that legal decisions will be made fairly; you promote justice and equity in Jacob. New Heart English Bible The King's strength also loves justice. You do establish equity. You execute justice and righteousness in Jacob. Webster's Bible Translation The king's strength also loveth judgment; thou dost establish equity, thou executest judgment and righteousness in Jacob. World English Bible The King’s strength also loves justice. You establish equity. You execute justice and righteousness in Jacob. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd the strength of the king "" Has loved judgment, "" You have established uprightness; Judgment and righteousness in Jacob, "" You have done. Young's Literal Translation And the strength of the king Hath loved judgment, Thou -- Thou hast established uprightness; Judgment and righteousness in Jacob, Thou -- Thou hast done. Smith's Literal Translation And the king's strength loved judgment; thou didst prepare uprightnesses, thou didst judgment and justice in Jacob. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims Bibleand the king's honour loveth judgment. Thou hast prepared directions: thou hast done judgment and justice in Jacob. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible O mighty king, lover of justice, you have established fairness; you have created just rule in Jacob. New Revised Standard Version Mighty King, lover of justice, you have established equity; you have executed justice and righteousness in Jacob. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe king's might also loves judgment; thou dost establish equity, thou executest judgment and righteousness in Jacob. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated For the strength of the King loves justice; you have prepared integrity and judgment and you have performed righteousness in Jacob. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917The strength also of the king who loveth justice-- Thou hast established equity, Thou hast executed justice and righteousness in Jacob. Brenton Septuagint Translation And the king's honour loves judgment; thou hast prepared equity, thou hast wrought judgment and justice in Jacob. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The LORD Reigns…3Let them praise Your great and awesome name—He is holy! 4The mighty King loves justice. You have established equity; You have exercised justice and righteousness in Jacob. 5Exalt the LORD our God, and worship at His footstool; He is holy!… Cross References Isaiah 9:7 Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish and sustain it with justice and righteousness from that time and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of Hosts will accomplish this. Jeremiah 23:5 Behold, the days are coming, declares the LORD, when I will raise up for David a righteous Branch, and He will reign wisely as King and will administer justice and righteousness in the land. 2 Samuel 23:3 The God of Israel spoke; the Rock of Israel said to me, ‘He who rules the people with justice, who rules in the fear of God, Isaiah 11:4-5 but with righteousness He will judge the poor, and with equity He will decide for the lowly of the earth. He will strike the earth with the rod of His mouth and slay the wicked with the breath of His lips. / Righteousness will be the belt around His hips, and faithfulness the sash around His waist. Psalm 45:6-7 Your throne, O God, endures forever and ever, and justice is the scepter of Your kingdom. / You have loved righteousness and hated wickedness; therefore God, your God, has anointed you above your companions with the oil of joy. Proverbs 16:12 Wicked behavior is detestable for kings, for a throne is established through righteousness. Isaiah 32:1 Behold, a king will reign in righteousness, and princes will rule with justice. Jeremiah 33:15 In those days and at that time I will cause to sprout for David a righteous Branch, and He will administer justice and righteousness in the land. 1 Kings 10:9 Blessed be the LORD your God, who has delighted in you to set you on the throne of Israel. Because of the LORD’s eternal love for Israel, He has made you king to carry out justice and righteousness.” Psalm 72:1-2 Of Solomon. Endow the king with Your justice, O God, and the son of the king with Your righteousness. / May he judge Your people with righteousness and Your afflicted with justice. Hebrews 1:8-9 But about the Son He says: “Your throne, O God, endures forever and ever, and justice is the scepter of Your kingdom. / You have loved righteousness and hated wickedness; therefore God, Your God, has anointed You above Your companions with the oil of joy.” Revelation 19:11 Then I saw heaven standing open, and there before me was a white horse. And its rider is called Faithful and True. With righteousness He judges and wages war. Matthew 12:18 “Here is My Servant, whom I have chosen, My beloved, in whom My soul delights. I will put My Spirit on Him, and He will proclaim justice to the nations. Luke 1:33 and He will reign over the house of Jacob forever. His kingdom will never end!” Romans 1:3-4 regarding His Son, who was a descendant of David according to the flesh, / and who through the Spirit of holiness was declared with power to be the Son of God by His resurrection from the dead: Jesus Christ our Lord. Treasury of Scripture The king's strength also loves judgment; you do establish equity, you execute judgment and righteousness in Jacob. strength Psalm 45:6,7 Thy throne, O God, is for ever and ever: the sceptre of thy kingdom is a right sceptre… Psalm 72:1,2 A Psalm for Solomon. Give the king thy judgments, O God, and thy righteousness unto the king's son… Deuteronomy 32:3,4 Because I will publish the name of the LORD: ascribe ye greatness unto our God… thou dost Isaiah 9:7 Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgment and with justice from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will perform this. Isaiah 42:4 He shall not fail nor be discouraged, till he have set judgment in the earth: and the isles shall wait for his law. Isaiah 61:11 For as the earth bringeth forth her bud, and as the garden causeth the things that are sown in it to spring forth; so the Lord GOD will cause righteousness and praise to spring forth before all the nations. executest Deuteronomy 10:18 He doth execute the judgment of the fatherless and widow, and loveth the stranger, in giving him food and raiment. Jude 1:15 To execute judgment upon all, and to convince all that are ungodly among them of all their ungodly deeds which they have ungodly committed, and of all their hard speeches which ungodly sinners have spoken against him. Jump to Previous Decisions Equity Establish Established Execute Executed Jacob Judging Judgment Justice King's Loved Loves Mighty Power Right Righteousness Rightly Strength Thou True. Uprightness UsedJump to Next Decisions Equity Establish Established Execute Executed Jacob Judging Judgment Justice King's Loved Loves Mighty Power Right Righteousness Rightly Strength Thou True. Uprightness UsedPsalm 99 1. The prophet, setting forth the kingdom of God in Zion5. Exhorts all, by the example of their forefathers, to worship God at his holy hill The mighty King loves justice. This phrase emphasizes God's sovereign rule and His inherent love for justice. In the biblical context, God is often depicted as a King who governs with fairness and righteousness. The term "mighty King" reflects His omnipotence and authority over all creation. Justice is a central theme throughout Scripture, as seen in passages like Isaiah 61:8, where God declares His love for justice. This love for justice is not merely a preference but a fundamental aspect of His character, influencing how He interacts with humanity. The concept of justice in the ancient Near East was crucial, as kings were expected to uphold laws and ensure fairness among their people. This phrase also foreshadows the coming of Jesus Christ, who embodies divine justice and will ultimately establish His kingdom of righteousness. You have established equity; You have exercised justice and righteousness in Jacob. Persons / Places / Events 1. The Mighty KingRefers to God, who is sovereign and rules with justice and righteousness. 2. Jacob Represents the nation of Israel, God's chosen people, through whom He exercises His justice and righteousness. 3. Justice and Righteousness Central themes in God's character and His dealings with humanity, particularly with Israel. Teaching Points God's Love for JusticeGod’s love for justice is foundational to His character. As believers, we are called to reflect this attribute in our lives by advocating for fairness and equity in our communities. Establishing Equity God has established equity, meaning fairness and impartiality, in His dealings with humanity. We are encouraged to pursue equity in our relationships and societal structures. Justice and Righteousness in Our Lives Just as God exercises justice and righteousness, we are to live out these principles in our daily actions, ensuring that our decisions and behaviors align with God’s standards. Role of Believers in Society As followers of Christ, we are to be agents of justice and righteousness, influencing our society positively and standing against injustice. Reflecting God's Character Our lives should mirror God’s character, demonstrating His love for justice and righteousness in all we do, thereby drawing others to Him.Verse 4. - The King's strength also loveth judgment. "The king" is here the Lord, Jehovah (see Psalm 98:3). His "strength," or might, "loves," and is always combined with, right (comp. Isaiah 61:8, "I the Lord love judgment"). Thou dost establish equity. The pronoun is emphatic: "Thou, even thou" - nearly equivalent to "thou only" - "dost establish equity." Thou - again emphatic - "thou, even thou" - executest judgment and righteousness in Jacob; i.e. governest thy people Israel with strict and absolute justice. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew The mightyוְעֹ֥ז (wə·‘ōz) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 5797: Strength, might King מֶלֶךְ֮ (me·leḵ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king loves אָ֫הֵ֥ב (’ā·hêḇ) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 157: To have affection f justice. מִשְׁפָּ֪ט (miš·pāṭ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4941: A verdict, a sentence, formal decree, divine law, penalty, justice, privilege, style You אַ֭תָּה (’at·tāh) Pronoun - second person masculine singular Strong's 859: Thou and thee, ye and you have established כּוֹנַ֣נְתָּ (kō·w·nan·tā) Verb - Piel - Perfect - second person masculine singular Strong's 3559: To be erect equity; מֵישָׁרִ֑ים (mê·šā·rîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 4339: Evenness, prosperity, concord, straightness, rectitude You אַתָּ֬ה (’at·tāh) Pronoun - second person masculine singular Strong's 859: Thou and thee, ye and you have exercised עָשִֽׂיתָ׃ (‘ā·śî·ṯā) Verb - Qal - Perfect - second person masculine singular Strong's 6213: To do, make justice מִשְׁפָּ֥ט (miš·pāṭ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4941: A verdict, a sentence, formal decree, divine law, penalty, justice, privilege, style and righteousness וּ֝צְדָקָ֗ה (ū·ṣə·ḏā·qāh) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 6666: Rightness, subjectively, objectively in Jacob. בְּיַעֲקֹ֤ב ׀ (bə·ya·‘ă·qōḇ) Preposition-b | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3290: Jacob -- a son of Isaac, also his desc Links Psalm 99:4 NIVPsalm 99:4 NLT Psalm 99:4 ESV Psalm 99:4 NASB Psalm 99:4 KJV Psalm 99:4 BibleApps.com Psalm 99:4 Biblia Paralela Psalm 99:4 Chinese Bible Psalm 99:4 French Bible Psalm 99:4 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Psalm 99:4 The King's strength also loves justice (Psalm Ps Psa.) |
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