Psalms 83:15

Arabic 2018 (الترجمة الكاثوليكيّة (اليسوعيّة))

وكما تُحرِقُ النَّارُ الغابة، ويُضرِمُ اللَّهيبُ الجِبال،

What Does This Mean?

This verse is a prayer asking God to use His power to scare and chase away those who are causing trouble. The speaker is asking God to use His strength to protect them from their enemies.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing a game where you're being chased by someone who's not very nice. You might wish for a big, strong superhero to come and blow them away with a gust of wind. That's what this verse is asking God to do - to scare the bad guys away with a big storm.

Historical Background

Psalm 83 was likely written by Asaph, a temple musician and prophet, during a time when Israel was facing threats from neighboring nations. The psalm is a prayer for deliverance from these enemies.

Living It Out Today

In a modern context, this verse can be applied to a scenario where a person feels overwhelmed by a difficult situation or adversary. It reminds us to pray for God's intervention and protection, trusting that He can handle any challenge.

Topics

• prayer
• deliverance
• enemies
• God's power
• protection
• trust

Related Verses

• Exodus 14:24
• Job 27:21
• Psalm 18:11
• Jeremiah 51:16
• Revelation 11:19

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the speaker in this verse?

The speaker is someone praying to God, likely a leader or a prophet of Israel, asking for divine intervention against their enemies.

What does 'persecute them with thy tempest' mean?

It means asking God to use His power, like a storm, to chase and scare away the enemies causing trouble.

How can this verse be used in a personal prayer?

One can use this verse to pray for God's protection and intervention against personal challenges or adversaries, trusting in His power to deliver.

What are the themes of Psalm 83?

The themes include prayer for deliverance, trust in God's power, and seeking protection against enemies.