Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version You made my enemies turn their backs in flight, and I destroyed my foes. New Living Translation You placed my foot on their necks. I have destroyed all who hated me. English Standard Version You made my enemies turn their backs to me, those who hated me, and I destroyed them. Berean Standard Bible You have made my enemies retreat before me; I destroyed those who hated me. King James Bible Thou hast also given me the necks of mine enemies, that I might destroy them that hate me. New King James Version You have also given me the necks of my enemies, So that I destroyed those who hated me. New American Standard Bible “You have also made my enemies turn their backs to me, And I destroyed those who hated me. NASB 1995 “You have also made my enemies turn their backs to me, And I destroyed those who hated me. NASB 1977 “Thou hast also made my enemies turn their backs to me, And I destroyed those who hated me. Legacy Standard Bible You have also made my enemies turn their backs to me, And I destroyed those who hated me. Amplified Bible “You have also made my enemies turn their backs to me [in retreat], And I destroyed those who hated me. Christian Standard Bible You have made my enemies retreat before me; I annihilate those who hate me. Holman Christian Standard Bible You have made my enemies retreat before me; I annihilate those who hate me. American Standard Version Thou hast also made mine enemies turn their backs unto me, That I might cut off them that hate me. Contemporary English Version You made my enemies run, and I killed them. English Revised Version Thou hast also made mine enemies turn their backs unto me, that I might cut off them that hate me. GOD'S WORD® Translation You made my enemies turn their backs to me, and I destroyed those who hated me. Good News Translation You make my enemies run from me; I destroy those who hate me. International Standard Version You made my enemies turn and run— that is, those who hate me— and I destroyed them! Majority Standard Bible You have made my enemies retreat before me; I destroyed those who hated me. NET Bible You make my enemies retreat; I destroy those who hate me. New Heart English Bible You have also made my enemies turn their backs to me, that I might cut off those who hate me. Webster's Bible Translation Thou hast also given me the necks of my enemies, that I might destroy them that hate me. World English Bible You have also made my enemies turn their backs to me, that I might cut off those who hate me. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd my enemies—You give to me the neck, "" Those hating me—and I cut them off. Young's Literal Translation And mine enemies -- Thou givest to me the neck, Those hating me -- and I cut them off. Smith's Literal Translation And the neck of mine enemies wilt thou give to me Those hating me, and I will cut them off. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleMy enemies thou hast made to turn their back to me: them that hated me, and I shall destroy them. Catholic Public Domain Version You have caused my enemies to turn their back to me; they have hatred for me, and I shall destroy them. New American Bible My foes you put to flight before me; those who hated me I destroyed. New Revised Standard Version You made my enemies turn their backs to me, those who hated me, and I destroyed them. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThou hast also made mine enemies to bend their necks to me, that I might silence those that hate me. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the necks of my enemies you have converted to me and I shall stop my haters OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Thou hast also made mine enemies turn their backs unto me; Yea, them that hate me, that I might cut them off. Brenton Septuagint Translation And thou hast caused mine enemies to flee before me, even them that hated me, and thou hast slain them. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context David's Song of Deliverance…40You have armed me with strength for battle; You have subdued my foes beneath me. 41You have made my enemies retreat before me; I put an end to those who hated me. 42They looked, but there was no one to save them—to the LORD, but He did not answer.… Cross References Psalm 18:40 You have made my enemies retreat before me; I destroyed those who hated me. Deuteronomy 28:7 The LORD will cause the enemies who rise up against you to be defeated before you. They will march out against you in one direction but flee from you in seven. Joshua 10:24-25 When they had brought the kings to Joshua, he summoned all the men of Israel and said to the army commanders who had accompanied him, “Come here and put your feet on the necks of these kings.” So the commanders came forward and put their feet on their necks. / “Do not be afraid or discouraged,” Joshua said. “Be strong and courageous, for the LORD will do this to all the enemies you fight.” Psalm 44:5 Through You we repel our foes; through Your name we trample our enemies. Psalm 110:1 A Psalm of David. The LORD said to my Lord: “Sit at My right hand until I make Your enemies a footstool for Your feet.” Isaiah 63:3 “I have trodden the winepress alone, and no one from the nations was with Me. I trampled them in My anger and trod them down in My fury; their blood spattered My garments, and all My clothes were stained. Micah 7:10 Then my enemy will see and will be covered with shame—she who said to me, “Where is the LORD your God?” My eyes will see her; at that time she will be trampled like mud in the streets. Luke 20:43 until I make Your enemies a footstool for Your feet.”’ Romans 16:20 The God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. 1 Corinthians 15:25 For He must reign until He has put all His enemies under His feet. Hebrews 1:13 Yet to which of the angels did God ever say: “Sit at My right hand until I make Your enemies a footstool for Your feet”? Hebrews 10:13 Since that time, He waits for His enemies to be made a footstool for His feet, Exodus 23:27 I will send My terror ahead of you and throw into confusion every nation you encounter. I will make all your enemies turn and run. Deuteronomy 7:24 He will hand their kings over to you, and you will wipe out their names from under heaven. No one will be able to stand against you; you will annihilate them. Joshua 21:44 And the LORD gave them rest on every side, just as He had sworn to their fathers. None of their enemies could stand against them, for the LORD delivered all their enemies into their hand. Treasury of Scripture You have also given me the necks of my enemies, that I might destroy them that hate me. necks Genesis 49:8 Judah, thou art he whom thy brethren shall praise: thy hand shall be in the neck of thine enemies; thy father's children shall bow down before thee. Exodus 23:27 I will send my fear before thee, and will destroy all the people to whom thou shalt come, and I will make all thine enemies turn their backs unto thee. Joshua 10:24 And it came to pass, when they brought out those kings unto Joshua, that Joshua called for all the men of Israel, and said unto the captains of the men of war which went with him, Come near, put your feet upon the necks of these kings. And they came near, and put their feet upon the necks of them. I might Psalm 21:8,9 Thine hand shall find out all thine enemies: thy right hand shall find out those that hate thee… Luke 19:14,27 But his citizens hated him, and sent a message after him, saying, We will not have this man to reign over us… 2 Thessalonians 1:8,9 In flaming fire taking vengeance on them that know not God, and that obey not the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ: … Jump to Previous Backs Cut Destroy Destroyed Enemies Flight Foes Givest Hate Hated Haters Hating Neck Necks Turn TurnedJump to Next Backs Cut Destroy Destroyed Enemies Flight Foes Givest Hate Hated Haters Hating Neck Necks Turn Turned2 Samuel 22 1. David's psalm of thanksgiving for God's deliverance and blessingsYou have made my enemies retreat before me; This phrase reflects the divine intervention and support that David experienced throughout his life, particularly in battles. The context of 2 Samuel 22 is a song of praise and thanksgiving by David, acknowledging God's deliverance from his enemies. Historically, David faced numerous adversaries, including King Saul, the Philistines, and other surrounding nations. The retreat of enemies signifies not just a physical withdrawal but also a spiritual victory, as God is portrayed as the ultimate warrior who fights on behalf of His people. This theme is echoed in other scriptures, such as Exodus 14:14, where God fights for Israel, and in the New Testament, where believers are encouraged to stand firm in the Lord (Ephesians 6:10-13). I destroyed those who hated me. Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidThe author of this song of praise, David is reflecting on God's deliverance and faithfulness throughout his life, particularly in battles against his enemies. 2. Enemies These are the adversaries that David faced throughout his life, including King Saul, the Philistines, and other hostile nations or individuals who opposed him. 3. God's Deliverance The overarching event in this passage is God's intervention in David's battles, granting him victory over his enemies. 4. Israel The nation over which David was king, often facing threats from surrounding nations and internal strife. 5. Song of Praise This chapter is a song of thanksgiving and praise to God for His deliverance and protection, paralleling Psalm 18. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty in BattlesRecognize that God is in control of all circumstances, including the battles we face, whether physical or spiritual. Trust in God's Deliverance Like David, we should trust in God's ability to deliver us from our enemies and challenges. Gratitude for God's Faithfulness Cultivate a heart of gratitude for God's past deliverances, which strengthens our faith for future challenges. Spiritual Warfare Understand that our battles are not just physical but spiritual, and we must rely on God's strength and armor. Victory Through God Acknowledge that true victory comes through God's power and not our own strength or abilities. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew You have madeתַּ֥תָּה (tat·tāh) Verb - Qal - Perfect - second person masculine singular Strong's 5414: To give, put, set my enemies וְאֹ֣יְבַ֔י (wə·’ō·yə·ḇay) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct | first person common singular Strong's 341: Hating, an adversary retreat עֹ֑רֶף (‘ō·rep̄) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 6203: The nape, back of the neck, the back before me; לִּ֖י (lî) Preposition | first person common singular Strong's Hebrew I put an end וָאַצְמִיתֵֽם׃ (wā·’aṣ·mî·ṯêm) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - first person common singular | third person masculine plural Strong's 6789: To put an end to, exterminate to those who hated me. מְשַׂנְאַ֖י (mə·śan·’ay) Verb - Piel - Participle - masculine plural construct | first person common singular Strong's 8130: To hate Links 2 Samuel 22:41 NIV2 Samuel 22:41 NLT 2 Samuel 22:41 ESV 2 Samuel 22:41 NASB 2 Samuel 22:41 KJV 2 Samuel 22:41 BibleApps.com 2 Samuel 22:41 Biblia Paralela 2 Samuel 22:41 Chinese Bible 2 Samuel 22:41 French Bible 2 Samuel 22:41 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Samuel 22:41 You have also made my enemies turn (2Sa iiSam 2 Sam ii sam) |
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