Psalm 71:4
New International Version
Deliver me, my God, from the hand of the wicked, from the grasp of those who are evil and cruel.

New Living Translation
My God, rescue me from the power of the wicked, from the clutches of cruel oppressors.

English Standard Version
Rescue me, O my God, from the hand of the wicked, from the grasp of the unjust and cruel man.

Berean Standard Bible
Deliver me, O my God, from the hand of the wicked, from the grasp of the unjust and ruthless.

King James Bible
Deliver me, O my God, out of the hand of the wicked, out of the hand of the unrighteous and cruel man.

New King James Version
Deliver me, O my God, out of the hand of the wicked, Out of the hand of the unrighteous and cruel man.

New American Standard Bible
Save me, my God, from the hand of the wicked, From the grasp of the wrongdoer and the ruthless,

NASB 1995
Rescue me, O my God, out of the hand of the wicked, Out of the grasp of the wrongdoer and ruthless man,

NASB 1977
Rescue me, O my God, out of the hand of the wicked, Out of the grasp of the wrongdoer and ruthless man,

Legacy Standard Bible
Protect me, O my God, out of the hand of the wicked, Out of the grasp of the unrighteous and ruthless man,

Amplified Bible
Rescue me, O my God, from the hand of the wicked (godless), From the grasp of the unrighteous and ruthless man.

Christian Standard Bible
Deliver me, my God, from the power of the wicked, from the grasp of the unjust and oppressive.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Deliver me, my God, from the power of the wicked, from the grasp of the unjust and oppressive.

American Standard Version
Rescue me, O my God, out of the hand of the wicked, Out of the hand of the unrighteous and cruel man.

Contemporary English Version
Come and save me, LORD God, from vicious and cruel and brutal enemies!

English Revised Version
Rescue me, O my God, out of the hand of the wicked, out of the hand of the unrighteous and cruel man.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
My God, free me from the hands of a wicked person, from the grasp of one who is cruel and unjust.

Good News Translation
My God, rescue me from wicked people, from the power of cruel and evil people.

International Standard Version
My God, deliver me from the power of the wicked and the grasp of ruthless practicers of evil.

Majority Standard Bible
Deliver me, O my God, from the hand of the wicked, from the grasp of the unjust and ruthless.

NET Bible
My God, rescue me from the power of the wicked, from the hand of the cruel oppressor!

New Heart English Bible
Rescue me, my God, from the hand of the wicked, from the hand of the unrighteous and cruel man.

Webster's Bible Translation
Deliver me, O my God, from the hand of the wicked, from the hand of the unrighteous and cruel man.

World English Bible
Rescue me, my God, from the hand of the wicked, from the hand of the unrighteous and cruel man.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
O my God, cause me to escape "" From the hand of the wicked, "" From the hand of the perverse and violent.

Young's Literal Translation
O my God, cause me to escape From the hand of the wicked, From the hand of the perverse and violent.

Smith's Literal Translation
My God, deliver me from the hand of the unjust one, from the hand of him transgressing, and the violent one.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Deliver me, O my God, out of the hand of the sinner, and out of the hand of the transgressor of the law and of the unjust.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Rescue me, O my God, from the hand of the sinner, and from the hand of the unjust and those who act against the law.

New American Bible
My God, rescue me from the hand of the wicked, from the clutches of the evil and violent.

New Revised Standard Version
Rescue me, O my God, from the hand of the wicked, from the grasp of the unjust and cruel.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Deliver me, O God, out of the hand of the wicked, out of the hand of the unrighteous and cruel man.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
God, save me from the hand of the wicked and from the evil hand of The Evil One.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
O my God, rescue me out of the hand of the wicked, Out of the grasp of the unrighteous and ruthless man.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Deliver me, O my God, from the hand of the sinner, from the hand of the transgressor and unjust man.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
In You, O LORD, I Have Taken Refuge
3Be my rock of refuge, where I can always go. Give the command to save me, for You are my rock and my fortress. 4Deliver me, O my God, from the hand of the wicked, from the grasp of the unjust and ruthless. 5For You are my hope, O Lord GOD, my confidence from my youth.…

Cross References
Psalm 31:1-2
For the choirmaster. A Psalm of David. In You, O LORD, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame; save me by Your righteousness. / Incline Your ear to me; come quickly to my rescue. Be my rock of refuge, the stronghold of my deliverance.

Psalm 140:1-2
For the choirmaster. A Psalm of David. Rescue me, O LORD, from evil men. Protect me from men of violence, / who devise evil in their hearts and stir up war all day long.

Psalm 18:48
who delivers me from my enemies. You exalt me above my foes; You rescue me from violent men.

Psalm 59:1-2
For the choirmaster. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” A Miktam of David, when Saul sent men to watch David’s house in order to kill him. Deliver me from my enemies, O my God; protect me from those who rise against me. / Deliver me from workers of iniquity, and save me from men of bloodshed.

Psalm 7:1
A Shiggaion of David, which he sang to the LORD concerning the words of Cush, a Benjamite. O LORD my God, I take refuge in You; save me and deliver me from all my pursuers,

Psalm 17:8-9
Keep me as the apple of Your eye; hide me in the shadow of Your wings / from the wicked who assail me, from my mortal enemies who surround me.

Psalm 35:1-2
Of David. Contend with my opponents, O LORD; fight against those who fight against me. / Take up Your shield and buckler; arise and come to my aid.

Psalm 43:1
Vindicate me, O God, and plead my case against an ungodly nation; deliver me from deceitful and unjust men.

Psalm 64:1-2
For the choirmaster. A Psalm of David. Hear, O God, my voice of complaint; preserve my life from dread of the enemy. / Hide me from the scheming of the wicked, from the mob of workers of iniquity,

Psalm 142:6
Listen to my cry, for I am brought quite low. Rescue me from my pursuers, for they are too strong for me.

Isaiah 49:25
Indeed, this is what the LORD says: “Even the captives of the mighty will be taken away, and the plunder of the tyrant will be retrieved; I will contend with those who contend with you, and I will save your children.

Jeremiah 15:21
I will deliver you from the hand of the wicked and redeem you from the grasp of the ruthless.”

2 Samuel 22:49
who frees me from my enemies. You exalt me above my foes; You rescue me from violent men.

2 Timothy 4:18
And the Lord will rescue me from every evil action and bring me safely into His heavenly kingdom. To Him be the glory forever and ever. Amen.

Romans 15:31
Pray that I may be delivered from the unbelievers in Judea, and that my service in Jerusalem may be acceptable to the saints there,


Treasury of Scripture

Deliver me, O my God, out of the hand of the wicked, out of the hand of the unrighteous and cruel man.

out of the

Psalm 17:8,9,13
Keep me as the apple of the eye, hide me under the shadow of thy wings, …

Psalm 59:1,2
To the chief Musician, Altaschith, Michtam of David; when Saul sent, and they watched the house to kill him. Deliver me from mine enemies, O my God: defend me from them that rise up against me…

Psalm 140:1-4
To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. Deliver me, O LORD, from the evil man: preserve me from the violent man; …

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Psalm 71
1. David, in confidence of faith, and experience of God's favor, prays both for himself,
10. and against the enemies of his soul
14. He promises constancy
17. He prays for perseverance
19. He praises God, and promises to do it cheerfully














Deliver me
The phrase "Deliver me" is a heartfelt plea for rescue and salvation. In Hebrew, the word used here is "הַצִּילֵנִי" (hatzileni), which comes from the root "נצל" (natsal), meaning to snatch away, rescue, or save. This word is often used in the context of God intervening to save His people from danger or distress. The psalmist's cry for deliverance reflects a deep trust in God's power and willingness to save. Historically, this plea resonates with the many instances in the Old Testament where God delivered Israel from their enemies, reinforcing the belief in God's protective nature.

O my God
The phrase "O my God" is a personal address to the divine, emphasizing a relationship between the psalmist and God. The Hebrew word for God here is "אֱלֹהַי" (Elohai), which is a possessive form of "אֱלֹהִים" (Elohim), indicating a personal God who is intimately involved in the life of the believer. This personal invocation underscores the psalmist's reliance on God as a personal protector and savior, highlighting the covenant relationship between God and His people.

from the hand of the wicked
The phrase "from the hand of the wicked" refers to being saved from the power or control of evil people. The Hebrew word for "hand" is "יָד" (yad), which often symbolizes power or control. The "wicked" (רָשָׁע, rasha) are those who act in opposition to God's will, often causing harm or injustice. This phrase reflects the psalmist's desire to be freed from the influence and oppression of those who do not follow God's ways. It is a common theme in the Psalms, where the righteous seek God's intervention against the wicked.

from the grasp of the unjust and ruthless
The phrase "from the grasp of the unjust and ruthless" further elaborates on the nature of the threat faced by the psalmist. The word "grasp" (כַּף, kaph) is another term for hand, emphasizing control or domination. The "unjust" (עָוֶל, avel) are those who pervert justice, while the "ruthless" (חֹמֵץ, chomets) are those who are cruel and oppressive. This plea highlights the psalmist's need for divine intervention against those who are morally corrupt and oppressive. It reflects a broader biblical theme of God's justice and His role as the defender of the oppressed.

(4-6) These verses are manifestly founded on Psalm 31:8-10; but the variations are more marked than usual, and indicate a definite purpose of adaptation rather than copying.

Verse 4. - Deliver me, O my God, out of the hand of the wicked, out of the hand (rather, grasp) of the unrighteous and cruel man. it is characteristic of David to single out from his adversaries an individual man, from whom he especially asks to be delivered (comp. Psalm 13:2; Psalm 17:13; Psalm 18:17, 48; Psalm 35:8; Psalm 41:6, 9, 11; Psalm 55:13, 14, etc.).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Deliver me,
פַּ֭לְּטֵנִי (pal·lə·ṭê·nî)
Verb - Piel - Imperative - masculine singular | first person common singular
Strong's 6403: To slip out, escape, to deliver

O my God,
אֱ‍ֽלֹהַ֗י (’ĕlō·hay)
Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common singular
Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative

from the hand
מִיַּ֣ד (mî·yaḏ)
Preposition-m | Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 3027: A hand

of the wicked,
רָשָׁ֑ע (rā·šā‘)
Adjective - masculine singular
Strong's 7563: Wrong, an, bad person

from the grasp
מִכַּ֖ף (mik·kap̄)
Preposition-m | Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 3709: Hollow or flat of the hand, palm, sole (of the foot), a pan

of the unjust
מְעַוֵּ֣ל (mə·‘aw·wêl)
Verb - Piel - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 5765: To act wrongfully

and ruthless.
וְחוֹמֵץ׃‪‬ (wə·ḥō·w·mêṣ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 2556: To be pungent, in taste, in color


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