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Psalms Chapter 20 (WBT)

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Psalms 20: Trusting the Name of the LORD
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1 To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. The LORD hear thee in the day of trouble; the name of the God of Jacob defend thee.

2 \\20:1\\To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. The LORD hear thee in the day of trouble; the name of the God of Jacob defend thee.

3 \\20:2\\Send thee help from the sanctuary, and strengthen thee out of Zion.

4 \\20:3\\Remember all thy offerings, and accept thy burnt-sacrifice. Selah.

5 \\20:4\\Grant thee according to thy own heart, and fulfill all thy counsel.

6 \\20:5\\We will rejoice in thy salvation, and in the name of our God we will set up our banners: the LORD fulfill all thy petitions.

7 \\20:6\\Now I know that the LORD saveth his anointed; he will hear him from his holy heaven with the saving strength of his right hand.

8 \\20:7\\Some trust in chariots, and some in horses: but we will remember the name of the LORD our God.

9 \\20:8\\They are brought down and fallen: but we are raised, and stand upright.

10 \\20:9\\Save, LORD: let the king hear us when we call.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the main theme of Psalm 20?
Psalm 20 is a prayer of intercession for the king before battle, asking the LORD to answer him, send help, and grant victory, closing with the declaration 'Some trust in chariots, and some in horses: but we will remember the name of the LORD our God' (v.7).
What does verse 7 mean by trusting in chariots and horses?
It contrasts military strength with trust in God, a theme also found in Isaiah 31:1, which likewise warns against relying on horses and chariots instead of the LORD.
How does the psalm end?
It closes with a short plea in verse 9: 'Save, LORD: let the king hear us when we call.'

Today's Verse

And Jacob journeyed to Succoth, and built him a house, and made booths for his cattle: therefore the name of the place is called Succoth.

Genesis 33:17 | ASV

Verse Of The Day

Its most quoted line contrasts trust in chariots and horses with trust in the name of the LORD, an idea reinforced in Isaiah 31:1, closing with the cry 'Save, LORD' before the victory song of Psalms 21.