Psalm 35:27
New International Version
May those who delight in my vindication shout for joy and gladness; may they always say, “The LORD be exalted, who delights in the well-being of his servant.”

New Living Translation
But give great joy to those who came to my defense. Let them continually say, “Great is the LORD, who delights in blessing his servant with peace!”

English Standard Version
Let those who delight in my righteousness shout for joy and be glad and say evermore, “Great is the LORD, who delights in the welfare of his servant!”

Berean Standard Bible
May those who favor my vindication shout for joy and gladness; may they always say, “Exalted be the LORD who delights in His servant’s well-being.”

King James Bible
Let them shout for joy, and be glad, that favour my righteous cause: yea, let them say continually, Let the LORD be magnified, which hath pleasure in the prosperity of his servant.

New King James Version
Let them shout for joy and be glad, Who favor my righteous cause; And let them say continually, “Let the LORD be magnified, Who has pleasure in the prosperity of His servant.”

New American Standard Bible
May those shout for joy and rejoice, who take delight in my vindication; And may they say continually, “The LORD be exalted, Who delights in the prosperity of His servant.”

NASB 1995
Let them shout for joy and rejoice, who favor my vindication; And let them say continually, “The LORD be magnified, Who delights in the prosperity of His servant.”

NASB 1977
Let them shout for joy and rejoice, who favor my vindication; And let them say continually, “The LORD be magnified, Who delights in the prosperity of His servant.”

Legacy Standard Bible
Let them shout for joy and be glad, who delight in my righteousness; And let them say continually, “Yahweh be magnified, Who delights in the peace of His slave.”

Amplified Bible
Let them shout for joy and rejoice, who favor my vindication and want what is right for me; Let them say continually, “Let the LORD be magnified, who delights and takes pleasure in the prosperity of His servant.”

Christian Standard Bible
Let those who want my vindication shout for joy and be glad; let them continually say, “The LORD be exalted. He takes pleasure in his servant’s well-being.”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Let those who want my vindication shout for joy and be glad; let them continually say,” The LORD be exalted. He takes pleasure in His servant’s well-being.”

American Standard Version
Let them shout for joy, and be glad, that favor my righteous cause: Yea, let them say continually, Jehovah be magnified, Who hath pleasure in the prosperity of his servant.

Contemporary English Version
Let all who want me to win be happy and joyful. From now on let them say, "The LORD is wonderful! God is glad when all goes well for his servant."

English Revised Version
Let them shout for joy, and be glad, that favour my righteous cause: yea, let them say continually, The LORD be magnified, which hath pleasure in the prosperity of his servant.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Let those who are happy when I am declared innocent joyfully sing and rejoice. Let them continually say, "The LORD is great. He is happy when his servant has peace."

Good News Translation
May those who want to see me acquitted shout for joy and say again and again, "How great is the LORD! He is pleased with the success of his servant."

International Standard Version
Let those who delight in my vindication shout for joy and rejoice! Let them continuously say, "Magnify the LORD, who delights in giving peace to his servant."

Majority Standard Bible
May those who favor my vindication shout for joy and gladness; may they always say, “Exalted be the LORD who delights in His servant’s well-being.”

NET Bible
May those who desire my vindication shout for joy and rejoice! May they continually say, "May the LORD be praised, for he wants his servant to be secure."

New Heart English Bible
Let them shout for joy and be glad, who favor my righteous cause. And let them say continually, "The LORD be magnified, who delights in the peace of his servant."

Webster's Bible Translation
Let them shout for joy, and be glad, that favor my righteous cause: yes, let them say continually, Let the LORD be magnified, who hath pleasure in the prosperity of his servant.

World English Bible
Let those who favor my righteous cause shout for joy and be glad. Yes, let them say continually, “May Yahweh be magnified, who has pleasure in the prosperity of his servant!”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
They sing and rejoice, who are desiring my righteousness, "" And they continually say, “YHWH is magnified, "" Who is desiring the peace of His servant.”

Young's Literal Translation
They sing and rejoice, who are desiring my righteousness, And they say continually, 'Jehovah is magnified, Who is desiring the peace of His servant.'

Smith's Literal Translation
Those delighting in my justice shall rejoice and be glad: they shall say always, Jehovah shall be magnified: he delighted in the peace of his servant.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Let them rejoice and be glad, who are well pleased with my justice, and let them say always : The Lord be magnified, who delights in the peace of his servant.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Let them exult and rejoice, who wish my justice, and let them ever say, “The Lord be magnified,” who will the peace of his servant.

New American Bible
But let those who favor my just cause shout for joy and be glad. May they ever say, “Exalted be the LORD who delights in the peace of his loyal servant.”

New Revised Standard Version
Let those who desire my vindication shout for joy and be glad, and say evermore, “Great is the LORD, who delights in the welfare of his servant.”
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Let them who are pleased with my victory shout for joy and be glad; yea, let them say continually, The LORD be magnified who has pleasure in the peace of his servant,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Those who seek my victory will praise and rejoice and they will say at all times, "Great is LORD JEHOVAH who is pleased in the peace of his Servant!"
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Let them shout for joy, and be glad, that delight in my righteousness; Yea, let them say continually: 'Magnified be the LORD, Who delighteth in the peace of His servant.'

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Let them that rejoice in my righteousness exult and be glad: and let them say continually, The Lord be magnified, who desire the peace of his servant.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
Contend with My Opponents
26May those who gloat in my distress be ashamed and confounded; may those who exalt themselves over me be clothed in shame and reproach. 27May those who favor my vindication shout for joy and gladness; may they always say, “Exalted be the LORD who delights in His servant’s well-being.” 28Then my tongue will proclaim Your righteousness and Your praises all day long.…

Cross References
Psalm 40:16
May all who seek You rejoice and be glad in You; may those who love Your salvation always say, “The LORD be magnified!”

Psalm 70:4
May all who seek You rejoice and be glad in You; may those who love Your salvation always say, “Let God be magnified!”

Psalm 68:3
But the righteous will be glad and rejoice before God; they will celebrate with joy.

Psalm 5:11
But let all who take refuge in You rejoice; let them ever shout for joy. May You shelter them, that those who love Your name may rejoice in You.

Psalm 32:11
Be glad in the LORD and rejoice, O righteous ones; shout for joy, all you upright in heart.

Psalm 97:12
Rejoice in the LORD, you righteous ones, and praise His holy name.

Psalm 149:4
For the LORD takes pleasure in His people; He adorns the afflicted with salvation.

Isaiah 61:10
I will rejoice greatly in the LORD, my soul will exult in my God; for He has clothed me with garments of salvation and wrapped me in a robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom wears a priestly headdress, as a bride adorns herself with her jewels.

Isaiah 65:18
But be glad and rejoice forever in what I create; for I will create Jerusalem to be a joy and its people to be a delight.

Zephaniah 3:14-17
Sing for joy, O Daughter of Zion; shout aloud, O Israel! Be glad and rejoice with all your heart, O Daughter of Jerusalem! / The LORD has taken away your punishment; He has turned back your enemy. Israel’s King, the LORD, is among you; no longer will you fear any harm. / On that day they will say to Jerusalem: “Do not fear, O Zion; do not let your hands fall limp. ...

Philippians 4:4
Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!

Romans 12:15
Rejoice with those who rejoice; weep with those who weep.

1 Thessalonians 5:16
Rejoice at all times.

Luke 1:46-47
Then Mary said: “My soul magnifies the Lord, / and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior!

John 16:24
Until now you have not asked for anything in My name. Ask and you will receive, so that your joy may be complete.


Treasury of Scripture

Let them shout for joy, and be glad, that favor my righteous cause: yes, let them say continually, Let the LORD be magnified, which has pleasure in the prosperity of his servant.

shout

Psalm 40:16
Let all those that seek thee rejoice and be glad in thee: let such as love thy salvation say continually, The LORD be magnified.

Psalm 68:3
But let the righteous be glad; let them rejoice before God: yea, let them exceedingly rejoice.

Psalm 132:9,16
Let thy priests be clothed with righteousness; and let thy saints shout for joy…

righteous cause [heb.

Proverbs 8:18
Riches and honour are with me; yea, durable riches and righteousness.

say

Psalm 70:4
Let all those that seek thee rejoice and be glad in thee: and let such as love thy salvation say continually, Let God be magnified.

which

Psalm 149:4
For the LORD taketh pleasure in his people: he will beautify the meek with salvation.

Jeremiah 32:40,41
And I will make an everlasting covenant with them, that I will not turn away from them, to do them good; but I will put my fear in their hearts, that they shall not depart from me…

Zephaniah 3:14,17
Sing, O daughter of Zion; shout, O Israel; be glad and rejoice with all the heart, O daughter of Jerusalem…

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Psalm 35
1. David prays for his own safety, and his enemies' confusion
11. He complains of their wrongful dealing
22. Thereby he incites God against them














Let them shout for joy and be glad
This phrase calls the faithful to express exuberant joy and gladness. The Hebrew word for "shout for joy" is "רָנַן" (ranan), which conveys a sense of jubilant singing or shouting. Historically, this expression of joy was often associated with victory or deliverance, reflecting a deep-seated gratitude and celebration of God's intervention. The call to "be glad" further emphasizes a state of inner happiness and contentment, rooted in the assurance of God's justice and protection.

who favor my vindication
The term "vindication" in Hebrew is "צְדָקָה" (tsedaqah), which can also mean righteousness or justice. This phrase refers to those who support or take pleasure in the psalmist's righteous cause. In a broader scriptural context, it highlights the communal aspect of faith, where believers are encouraged to support one another in their pursuit of justice and righteousness, trusting that God will ultimately vindicate the righteous.

may they always say
The word "always" suggests a continual, unwavering declaration. It implies a steadfastness in faith and a perpetual acknowledgment of God's goodness. This constancy is a testament to the enduring nature of God's promises and the believer's commitment to proclaiming His praise.

‘The LORD be magnified
To "magnify" the LORD, from the Hebrew "גָּדַל" (gadal), means to make great or exalt. This phrase is a call to elevate God's name and character above all else, recognizing His supreme authority and majesty. Historically, magnifying the LORD was a central aspect of worship, reflecting a deep reverence and awe for His divine nature.

who delights in the well-being of His servant.’
The word "delights" comes from the Hebrew "חָפֵץ" (chaphets), indicating pleasure or desire. This phrase underscores God's benevolent nature and His active interest in the prosperity and welfare of His servants. The "well-being" or "peace" (שָׁלוֹם, shalom) of His servant encompasses not just physical health, but also spiritual and emotional wholeness. This assurance of God's delight in the prosperity of His people is a source of profound comfort and encouragement, affirming His loving care and provision.

Verse 27. - Let them shout for joy, and be glad, that favour my righteous cause. When David's enemies are "ashamed and put to confusion" (ver. 26), his friends will naturally "shout for joy, and be glad." This they will do, partly, out of sympathy; partly because their own interests are bound up with those of their leader. Had Saul captured David when he "hunted him upon the mountains," the fate of David's followers would have been death or exile. Yea, let them say continually, Let the Lord be magnified, which hath pleasure in the prosperity of his servant; literally, in the peace of his servant. God desires that David's present troubles should cease, and that he should enjoy a time of rest and tranquillity. This was granted him, to some extent, at Ziklag (1 Samuel 27:4-7), but more fully when he came into his kingdom (2 Samuel 5:1-16).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
May those who favor
חֲפֵצֵ֪י (ḥă·p̄ê·ṣê)
Adjective - masculine plural construct
Strong's 2655: Delighting in, having pleasure in

my vindication
צִ֫דְקִ֥י (ṣiḏ·qî)
Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 6664: The right, equity, prosperity

shout for joy
יָרֹ֣נּוּ (yā·rōn·nū)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 7442: To give a ringing cry

and gladness;
וְיִשְׂמְחוּ֮ (wə·yiś·mə·ḥū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 8055: To brighten up, be, blithe, gleesome

may they always
תָ֭מִיד (ṯā·mîḏ)
Adverb
Strong's 8548: Continuance, constant, ellipt, the regular, sacrifice

say,
וְיֹאמְר֣וּ (wə·yō·mə·rū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 559: To utter, say

“Exalted be
יִגְדַּ֣ל (yiḡ·dal)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1431: To grow up, become great

the LORD
יְהוָ֑ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

who delights
הֶ֝חָפֵ֗ץ (he·ḥā·p̄êṣ)
Article | Adjective - masculine singular
Strong's 2655: Delighting in, having pleasure in

in His servant’s
עַבְדּֽוֹ׃ (‘aḇ·dōw)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 5650: Slave, servant

well-being.”
שְׁל֣וֹם (šə·lō·wm)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 7965: Safe, well, happy, friendly, welfare, health, prosperity, peace


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