Psalms 83:5

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

تَآمَرَ هَؤُلَاءِ صَفًّا وَاحِدًا، وَتَعَاهَدُوا ضِدَّكَ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse from Psalms 83:5 tells us that a group of people have come together with a shared goal to fight against God. It's part of a psalm where the author is expressing concern about the enemies of God and His people.

Explained for Children

Imagine a group of kids deciding to gang up on another kid at recess. They all agree to do it together. This verse is like that, but it's about people who decided to team up against God.

Historical Background

This psalm was written by Asaph, a Levite and a musician in the temple, during a time when Israel faced threats from neighboring nations. The psalm expresses the author's distress about these enemies uniting against God and His people.

Living It Out Today

In today's world, we might see this verse as a reminder that unity against us can be powerful, but God is always stronger. For example, if a group of coworkers gossips against you, remember to trust in God's strength over their unity.

Topics

• unity
• enemies of God
• prayer for deliverance
• trust in God
• threats against God's people
• conflict

Related Verses

• Psalms 2:2
• Genesis 11:6
• Isaiah 8:9
• Matthew 12:25
• Revelation 16:14

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is 'they' in Psalms 83:5?

'They' refers to the enemies of God and His people, who have come together to fight against God.

What does 'confederate against thee' mean?

It means that these enemies have made an agreement to unite and work together against God.

How can we apply this verse to our lives?

We can apply this verse by remembering that while our enemies may unite against us, God is always stronger and we should trust in His power.

What historical event might this verse be referring to?

This verse likely refers to historical conflicts where neighboring nations united against Israel, threatening God's people and His work through them.