Psalms 59:5

Arabic 2018 (الترجمة الكاثوليكيّة (اليسوعيّة))

أَمَّا هم فَيُسرِعونَ ويَتَأَهَّبون، فإِنِّي بِدونِ إِثْمٍ يا رَبُّ. فٱنهَضْ لِلِقائي وٱنظُرْ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse is a prayer to God, asking Him to act against the wicked people who are causing trouble. David, the speaker, is asking God to wake up and deal with these people who are not following God's ways.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing with your friends and one of them starts being mean and breaking the rules. You might ask your mom or dad to come and stop them. That's what David is doing here—he's asking God to step in and stop the bad people.

Historical Background

This verse is from the Book of Psalms, written by King David. It was likely written during a time when he faced opposition and persecution from enemies. The verse reflects a plea for divine intervention to deal with those who are unjust.

Living It Out Today

In today's context, this verse can apply to situations where someone feels overwhelmed by the wrongdoings of others. It encourages one to seek God's intervention and justice rather than taking matters into one's own hands.

Topics

• justice
• prayer
• divine intervention
• enemies
• trust
• hope

Related Verses

• Psalms 7:6
• Psalms 94:1
• Jeremiah 11:20
• Luke 18:7
• Revelation 6:10

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is David speaking to in Psalms 59:5?

David is speaking directly to God, addressing Him as the God of Israel and the God of hosts, asking for intervention.

What does 'be not merciful to any wicked transgressors' mean?

This phrase means that David is asking God not to show mercy to those who have done evil or broken God's laws, hoping for God's justice to prevail.

What does 'Selah' mean at the end of the verse?

'Selah' is a term often found in the Psalms, believed to be a musical or liturgical direction, possibly indicating a pause for reflection or a change in the music.

How can we apply this verse in our daily lives?

This verse encourages us to pray for God's justice and intervention in situations where we see injustice. It's about trusting God to handle the wrongs we cannot fix on our own.