Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version But may all who seek you rejoice and be glad in you; may those who long for your saving help always say, “The LORD is great!” New Living Translation But may all who search for you be filled with joy and gladness in you. May those who love your salvation repeatedly shout, “God is great!” English Standard Version May all who seek you rejoice and be glad in you! May those who love your salvation say evermore, “God is great!” Berean Standard Bible May all who seek You rejoice and be glad in You; may those who love Your salvation always say, “Let God be magnified!” King James Bible 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. New King James Version Let all those who seek You rejoice and be glad in You; And let those who love Your salvation say continually, “Let God be magnified!” New American Standard Bible May all who seek You rejoice and be glad in You; And may those who love Your salvation say continually, “May God be exalted!” NASB 1995 Let all who seek You rejoice and be glad in You; And let those who love Your salvation say continually, “Let God be magnified.” NASB 1977 Let all who seek Thee rejoice and be glad in Thee; And let those who love Thy salvation say continually, “Let God be magnified.” Legacy Standard Bible Let those be joyful and glad in You All who seek You And let them say continually, “Let God be magnified,” Those who love Your salvation. Amplified Bible May all those who seek You [as life’s first priority] rejoice and be glad in You; May those who love Your salvation say continually, “Let God be magnified!” Christian Standard Bible Let all who seek you rejoice and be glad in you; let those who love your salvation continually say, “God is great! ” Holman Christian Standard Bible Let all who seek You rejoice and be glad in You; let those who love Your salvation continually say, “God is great!” American Standard Version 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. Contemporary English Version Let your worshipers celebrate and be glad because of you. They love your saving power, so let them always say, "God is wonderful!" English Revised Version 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. GOD'S WORD® Translation Let all who seek you rejoice and be glad because of you. Let those who love your salvation continually say, "God is great!" Good News Translation May all who come to you be glad and joyful. May all who are thankful for your salvation always say, "How great is God!" International Standard Version Let those who seek you greatly rejoice in you. Let those who love your deliverance say, "May God be continuously exalted." NET Bible May all those who seek you be happy and rejoice in you! May those who love to experience your deliverance say continually, "May God be praised!" New Heart English Bible Let all those who seek you rejoice and be glad in you. Let those who love your salvation continually say, "Let God be exalted." Webster's Bible Translation 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. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleMay all who seek You rejoice and be glad in You; may those who love Your salvation always say, “Let God be magnified!” World English Bible Let all those who seek you rejoice and be glad in you. Let those who love your salvation continually say, “Let God be exalted!” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionLet all those seeking You rejoice and be glad in You, "" And let those loving Your salvation "" Continually say, “God is magnified.” Young's Literal Translation Let all those seeking Thee joy and be glad in Thee, And let those loving Thy salvation Say continually, 'God is magnified.' Smith's Literal Translation All seeking thee shall rejoice and be glad in thee, and they shall say always, God shall be magnified; they loving thy salvation. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleLet all that seek thee rejoice and be glad in thee; and let such as love thy salvation say always: The Lord be magnified. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible But may all who seek you rejoice and be glad in you, Those who long for your help always say, “God be glorified!” New Revised Standard Version Let all who seek you rejoice and be glad in you. Let those who love your salvation say evermore, “God is great!” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleLet all those that seek thee rejoice and be glad in thee; and let such as love thy salvation say continually, Let God be magnified. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated All who seek you will rejoice in you and those who love your salvation will always say, "God is great!" OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Let all those that seek Thee rejoice and be glad in Thee; And let such as love Thy salvation say continually: 'Let God be magnified.' Brenton Septuagint Translation Let all that seek thee exult and be glad in thee: and let those that love thy salvation say continually, Let God be magnified. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Hurry, O LORD, to Help Me…3May those who say, “Aha, aha!” retreat because of their shame. 4May all who seek You rejoice and be glad in You; may those who love Your salvation always say, “Let God be magnified!” 5But I am poor and needy; hurry to me, O God. You are my help and my deliverer; O LORD, do not delay.… 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 35:27 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.” Philippians 4:4 Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Isaiah 25:9 And in that day it will be said, “Surely this is our God; we have waited for Him, and He has saved us. This is the LORD for whom we have waited. Let us rejoice and be glad in His salvation.” Psalm 97:12 Rejoice in the LORD, you righteous ones, and praise His holy name. Psalm 105:3 Glory in His holy name; let the hearts of those who seek the LORD rejoice. Psalm 32:11 Be glad in the LORD and rejoice, O righteous ones; shout for joy, all you upright in heart. 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 68:3 But the righteous will be glad and rejoice before God; they will celebrate with joy. 1 Thessalonians 5:16 Rejoice at all times. Nehemiah 8:10 Then Nehemiah told them, “Go and eat what is rich, drink what is sweet, and send out portions to those who have nothing prepared, since today is holy to our Lord. Do not grieve, for the joy of the LORD is your strength.” Romans 12:12 Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, persistent in prayer. Psalm 33:1 Rejoice in the LORD, O righteous ones; it is fitting for the upright to praise Him. Psalm 64:10 Let the righteous rejoice in the LORD and take refuge in Him; let all the upright in heart exult. Psalm 149:2 Let Israel rejoice in their Maker; let the children of Zion rejoice in their King. Treasury of Scripture Let all those that seek you rejoice and be glad in you: and let such as love your salvation say continually, Let God be magnified. Psalm 5:11 But let all those that put their trust in thee rejoice: let them ever shout for joy, because thou defendest them: let them also that love thy name be joyful in thee. Psalm 35:27 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. 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. Jump to Previous Always Continually Evermore Exalted Glad Great Joy Love Magnified Rejoice Salvation Seek SeekingJump to Next Always Continually Evermore Exalted Glad Great Joy Love Magnified Rejoice Salvation Seek SeekingPsalm 70 1. David solicits God to the speedy destruction of the wicked, 4. and preservation of the godly May all who seek You rejoice and be glad in You; This phrase emphasizes the joy and fulfillment found in seeking God. In biblical context, seeking God is often associated with a sincere pursuit of His presence and will, as seen in passages like Jeremiah 29:13, "You will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart." The call to rejoice and be glad reflects the deep satisfaction and happiness that comes from a relationship with God, a theme echoed in Philippians 4:4, "Rejoice in the Lord always." Historically, the Israelites experienced joy in God's deliverance and presence, such as during the Exodus and the return from Babylonian exile. This joy is not merely emotional but is rooted in the assurance of God's faithfulness and salvation. may those who love Your salvation always say, “Let God be magnified!” Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidTraditionally attributed as the author of this Psalm, David is expressing a plea for God's deliverance and the joy of those who seek God. 2. Seekers of God Individuals who actively pursue a relationship with God and desire His presence in their lives. 3. Lovers of Salvation Those who cherish and are grateful for the salvation provided by God, often expressing this through praise and worship. 4. God The central figure in this verse, whose magnification and glorification are the ultimate goals of the seekers and lovers of salvation. 5. Jerusalem While not directly mentioned in this verse, it is often the setting for David's psalms and a place of worship and praise. Teaching Points The Joy of Seeking GodSeeking God is not a burdensome task but a source of joy and gladness. As believers, we are encouraged to find delight in our pursuit of God. The Love of Salvation Loving God's salvation means cherishing the gift of grace and redemption. This love should naturally lead to expressions of praise and gratitude. Magnifying God in Our Lives To magnify God is to make His presence and glory known in our lives. This involves living in a way that reflects His greatness and goodness to others. The Community of Believers The verse highlights the collective joy and praise of those who seek God. Being part of a community of believers can enhance our spiritual journey and encourage us in our faith. Consistency in Praise The call to "always say, 'Let God be magnified!'" suggests a lifestyle of consistent praise and acknowledgment of God's sovereignty and goodness. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Psalm 70:4?2. How can we "rejoice and be glad" in God's salvation daily? 3. What does it mean to "seek You" according to Psalm 70:4? 4. How does Psalm 70:4 connect with Philippians 4:4 about rejoicing in the Lord? 5. In what ways can we proclaim "God is great" in our community? 6. How can Psalm 70:4 inspire our prayers for others seeking God? 7. How does Psalm 70:4 encourage believers to find joy in seeking God? 8. What historical context influenced the writing of Psalm 70:4? 9. How does Psalm 70:4 reflect the overall theme of trust in the Psalms? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 70? 11. What are the key themes in the Psalms of David? 12. Psalm 62:9 suggests all people are 'nothing' in comparison to God--how does this align with other passages like Genesis 1:27 that emphasize human value? 13. If the Lord is described as 'a sun' in Psalm 84:11, how does this symbolism align with the biblical prohibition against sun worship? 14. What do Bible verses say about happiness? What Does Psalm 70:4 Mean May all who seek YouSeeking God is a deliberate pursuit, not a casual interest. Scripture consistently promises that those who earnestly seek the Lord will find Him (Jeremiah 29:13; Matthew 7:7–8). David’s petition here assumes two truths: • God desires to be found (Isaiah 55:6). • Every person is invited to become a seeker (Acts 17:27). The verse therefore sets a wide welcome: anyone—regardless of background—who turns their heart toward God is included in this prayer. Rejoice and be glad in You The outcome of genuine seeking is joy rooted in God Himself, not in circumstances. Similar language appears in Psalm 16:11, “In Your presence is fullness of joy,” and Philippians 4:4, “Rejoice in the Lord always.” David links the act of seeking to an experiential delight that is: • Centered in God’s character (Psalm 34:8). • Sustained even in trouble (Habakkuk 3:17–18). Thus, rejoicing is not a polite smile but a deep, Spirit-given gladness that springs from relationship. May those who love Your salvation Here David narrows the focus from seekers in general to those who have already tasted God’s rescuing work. To “love” salvation means more than receiving it; it means cherishing and celebrating it (Psalm 13:5). Evidence of that love includes: • Gratitude for past deliverance (Exodus 15:1–2). • Confidence in ongoing deliverance (2 Timothy 4:18). • Zeal to see others experience the same salvation (Romans 1:16). Always say, “Let God be magnified!” Those who treasure God’s salvation naturally magnify Him—making His greatness visible and unmistakable. David calls for perpetual praise, echoing Psalm 34:3, “Magnify the LORD with me.” To “always say” implies: • Praise that is verbal and public (Hebrews 13:15). • Praise that is consistent, not occasional (1 Thessalonians 5:18). • Praise that directs attention away from self and toward God’s glory (John 3:30). summary Psalm 70:4 moves from invitation to overflow: everyone who seeks the Lord is welcomed; seekers discover joy in God; those who already cherish His salvation deepen in love; and that love erupts in continual, God-exalting praise. The verse invites us to stay on that trajectory—seeking, rejoicing, loving, and magnifying—so that our lives become living echoes of “Let God be magnified!” (4) For a reward of . . .--Psalm 40:14, "and put to shame." The change is probably a copyist's error.Verse 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. Psalm 40:16 has, "Let the Lord be magnified."Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew May allכָּֽל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every who seek You מְבַ֫קְשֶׁ֥יךָ (mə·ḇaq·še·ḵā) Verb - Piel - Participle - masculine plural construct | second person masculine singular Strong's 1245: To search out, to strive after rejoice יָ֘שִׂ֤ישׂוּ (yā·śî·śū) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 7797: To be bright, cheerful and be glad וְיִשְׂמְח֨וּ ׀ (wə·yiś·mə·ḥū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 8055: To brighten up, be, blithe, gleesome in You; בְּךָ֗ (bə·ḵā) Preposition | second person masculine singular Strong's Hebrew may those who love אֹ֝הֲבֵ֗י (’ō·hă·ḇê) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct Strong's 157: To have affection f Your salvation יְשׁוּעָתֶֽךָ׃ (yə·šū·‘ā·ṯe·ḵā) Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine singular Strong's 3444: Something saved, deliverance, aid, victory, prosperity ever 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 “Let God אֱלֹהִ֑ים (’ĕ·lō·hîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative be magnified!” יִגְדַּ֣ל (yiḡ·dal) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1431: To grow up, become great Links Psalm 70:4 NIVPsalm 70:4 NLT Psalm 70:4 ESV Psalm 70:4 NASB Psalm 70:4 KJV Psalm 70:4 BibleApps.com Psalm 70:4 Biblia Paralela Psalm 70:4 Chinese Bible Psalm 70:4 French Bible Psalm 70:4 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Psalm 70:4 Let all those who seek you rejoice (Psalm Ps Psa.) |
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