Psalm 89:26
New International Version
He will call out to me, ‘You are my Father, my God, the Rock my Savior.’

New Living Translation
And he will call out to me, ‘You are my Father, my God, and the Rock of my salvation.’

English Standard Version
He shall cry to me, ‘You are my Father, my God, and the Rock of my salvation.’

Berean Standard Bible
He will call to Me, ‘You are my Father, my God, the Rock of my salvation.’

King James Bible
He shall cry unto me, Thou art my father, my God, and the rock of my salvation.

New King James Version
He shall cry to Me, ‘You are my Father, My God, and the rock of my salvation.’

New American Standard Bible
“He will call to Me, ‘You are my Father, My God, and the rock of my salvation.’

NASB 1995
“He will cry to Me, ‘You are my Father, My God, and the rock of my salvation.’

NASB 1977
“He will cry to Me, ‘Thou art my Father, My God, and the rock of my salvation.’

Legacy Standard Bible
He will call to Me, ‘You are my Father, My God, and the rock of my salvation.’

Amplified Bible
“He will cry to Me, ‘You are my Father, My God, and the rock of my salvation.’

Christian Standard Bible
He will call to me, ‘You are my Father, my God, the rock of my salvation.’

Holman Christian Standard Bible
He will call to Me, ‘You are my Father, my God, the rock of my salvation.’

American Standard Version
He shall cry unto me, Thou art my Father, My God, and the rock of my salvation.

Contemporary English Version
He will say to me, 'You are my Father and my God, as well as the mighty rock where I am safe.'

English Revised Version
He shall cry unto me, Thou art my father, my God, and the rock of my salvation.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
He will call out to me, 'You are my Father, my God, and the rock of my salvation.'

Good News Translation
He will say to me, 'You are my father and my God; you are my protector and savior.'

International Standard Version
He will announce to me 'You are my father, my God, and the rock of my salvation.'

Majority Standard Bible
He will call to Me, ‘You are my Father, my God, the Rock of my salvation.’

NET Bible
He will call out to me, 'You are my father, my God, and the protector who delivers me.'

New Heart English Bible
He will call to me, 'You are my Father, my God, and the rock of my salvation.'

Webster's Bible Translation
He shall cry to me, Thou art my father, my God, and the rock of my salvation.

World English Bible
He will call to me, ‘You are my Father, my God, and the rock of my salvation!’
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
He proclaims to Me: “You [are] my Father, "" My God, and the rock of my salvation.”

Young's Literal Translation
He proclaimeth me: 'Thou art my Father, My God, and the rock of my salvation.'

Smith's Literal Translation
He shall call me, Thou my father, my God, and the Rock of my salvation,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
He shall cry out to me: Thou art my father: my God, and the support of my salvation.

Catholic Public Domain Version
He will invoke me: “You are my father, my God, and the support of my salvation.”

New American Bible
He shall cry to me, ‘You are my father, my God, the Rock of my salvation!’

New Revised Standard Version
He shall cry to me, ‘You are my Father, my God, and the Rock of my salvation!’
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
He shall cry to me, Thou art my father, my God, and my mighty Saviour.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
He will cry to me: 'You are my Father, my God and my mighty Savior'!
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
He shall call unto Me: Thou art my Father, My God, and the rock of my salvation.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
He shall call upon me, saying, Thou art my Father, my God, and the helper of my salvation.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
I Will Sing of His Love Forever
25I will set his hand over the sea, and his right hand upon the rivers. 26He will call to Me, ‘You are my Father, my God, the Rock of my salvation.’ 27I will indeed appoint him as My firstborn, the highest of the kings of the earth.…

Cross References
2 Samuel 7:14
I will be his Father, and he will be My son. When he does wrong, I will discipline him with the rod of men and with the blows of the sons of men.

1 Chronicles 17:13
I will be his Father, and he will be My son. And I will never remove My loving devotion from him as I removed it from your predecessor.

Hebrews 1:5
For to which of the angels did God ever say: “You are My Son; today I have become Your Father”? Or again: “I will be His Father, and He will be My Son”?

2 Corinthians 6:18
And: “I will be a Father to you, and you will be My sons and daughters, says the Lord Almighty.”

John 20:17
“Do not cling to Me,” Jesus said, “for I have not yet ascended to the Father. But go and tell My brothers, ‘I am ascending to My Father and your Father, to My God and your God.’”

Romans 8:15
For you did not receive a spirit of slavery that returns you to fear, but you received the Spirit of adoption to sonship, by whom we cry, “Abba! Father!”

Galatians 4:6
And because you are sons, God sent the Spirit of His Son into our hearts, crying out, “Abba, Father!”

Matthew 6:9
So then, this is how you should pray: ‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name.

John 1:12
But to all who did receive Him, to those who believed in His name, He gave the right to become children of God—

John 14:6
Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.

Isaiah 63:16
Yet You are our Father, though Abraham does not know us and Israel does not acknowledge us. You, O LORD, are our Father; our Redeemer from Everlasting is Your name.

Jeremiah 31:9
They will come with weeping, and by their supplication I will lead them; I will make them walk beside streams of waters, on a level path where they will not stumble. For I am Israel’s Father, and Ephraim is My firstborn.”

Deuteronomy 32:6
Is this how you repay the LORD, O foolish and senseless people? Is He not your Father and Creator? Has He not made you and established you?

Isaiah 64:8
But now, O LORD, You are our Father; we are the clay, and You are the potter; we are all the work of Your hand.

Malachi 1:6
“A son honors his father, and a servant his master. But if I am a father, where is My honor? And if I am a master, where is your fear of Me?” says the LORD of Hosts to you priests who despise My name. “But you ask, ‘How have we despised Your name?’


Treasury of Scripture

He shall cry to me, You are my father, my God, and the rock of my salvation.

thou

2 Samuel 7:14
I will be his father, and he shall be my son. If he commit iniquity, I will chasten him with the rod of men, and with the stripes of the children of men:

1 Chronicles 22:10
He shall build an house for my name; and he shall be my son, and I will be his father; and I will establish the throne of his kingdom over Israel for ever.

Matthew 26:39,42
And he went a little further, and fell on his face, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me: nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt

God

Psalm 43:4
Then will I go unto the altar of God, unto God my exceeding joy: yea, upon the harp will I praise thee, O God my God.

Mark 15:34
And at the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying, Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani? which is, being interpreted, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?

rock

Psalm 18:46
The LORD liveth; and blessed be my rock; and let the God of my salvation be exalted.

Psalm 62:2,6,7
He only is my rock and my salvation; he is my defence; I shall not be greatly moved…

Psalm 95:1
O come, let us sing unto the LORD: let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation.

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Psalm 89
1. The psalmist praises God for his covenant
5. For his wonderful power
15. For the care of his church
19. For his favor to the kingdom of David
38. Then complaining of contrary events
46. He expostulates, prays, and blesses God.














He will call out to Me
This phrase signifies a personal and intimate relationship between the speaker and God. The Hebrew root for "call out" is "קָרָא" (qara), which implies a vocal and earnest appeal. In the context of the Psalms, this calling out is not just a casual mention but a deep, heartfelt cry for connection and assistance. Historically, calling upon the Lord was a common practice among the Israelites, reflecting their dependence on God for guidance and deliverance. This phrase underscores the importance of prayer and communication with God, emphasizing that He is always ready to listen to His people.

‘You are my Father
The term "Father" here is derived from the Hebrew word "אָב" (av), which denotes not only a biological parent but also a figure of authority, protection, and provision. In the ancient Near Eastern context, calling God "Father" was a profound declaration of trust and recognition of His sovereignty and care. This phrase highlights the covenant relationship between God and His people, where God is seen as a loving and guiding parent. It also foreshadows the New Testament revelation of God as Father through Jesus Christ, deepening the understanding of God's personal and relational nature.

my God
The word "God" in Hebrew is "אֱלֹהִים" (Elohim), a plural form that denotes majesty and power. This term is used throughout the Old Testament to describe the one true God, emphasizing His supreme authority and divine nature. By calling God "my God," the speaker is expressing a personal allegiance and devotion. This phrase reflects the monotheistic belief central to the Israelite faith, distinguishing their worship from the polytheistic practices of surrounding nations. It is a declaration of faith and reliance on God's omnipotence and faithfulness.

the Rock of my salvation!’
The metaphor of "Rock" comes from the Hebrew word "צוּר" (tsur), symbolizing strength, stability, and refuge. In ancient times, rocks were seen as unmovable and enduring, providing shelter and protection. This imagery is used throughout the Psalms to describe God's unchanging and reliable nature. "Salvation" in Hebrew is "יֵשׁוּעָה" (yeshuah), meaning deliverance or rescue. Together, this phrase conveys the assurance that God is the steadfast source of deliverance and safety for His people. It inspires confidence and hope, reminding believers of God's unwavering support and the ultimate salvation found in Him.

(26) He shall cry.--This verse is interesting in view of the theological development in the psalter. We might think that the poet was referring to an actual psalm of David, with whom the expression, "My God, the rock of my salvation," was familiar (see Psalm 18:1-2, &c.), were it not for the word "Father," a title for the Divine Being which the national religion did not frame till the exile period (Jeremiah 3:4; Jeremiah 3:19; Isaiah 63:16).

Verse 26. - He shall cry unto me, Thou art my Father (comp. 2 Samuel 7:14). My God, and the Rock of my salvation (see 2 Samuel 22:2, 3, 47).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
He
ה֣וּא (hū)
Pronoun - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are

will call to Me,
יִ֭קְרָאֵנִי (yiq·rā·’ê·nî)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular | first person common singular
Strong's 7121: To call, proclaim, read

‘You
אָ֑תָּה (’āt·tāh)
Pronoun - second person masculine singular
Strong's 859: Thou and thee, ye and you

are my Father,
אָ֣בִי (’ā·ḇî)
Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 1: Father

my God,
אֵ֝לִ֗י (’ê·lî)
Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 410: Strength -- as adjective, mighty, the Almighty

the rock
וְצ֣וּר (wə·ṣūr)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 6697: A cliff, a rock, boulder, a refuge, an edge

of my salvation.’
יְשׁוּעָתִֽי׃ (yə·šū·‘ā·ṯî)
Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 3444: Something saved, deliverance, aid, victory, prosperity


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