Psalm 94:10
New International Version
Does he who disciplines nations not punish? Does he who teaches mankind lack knowledge?

New Living Translation
He punishes the nations—won’t he also punish you? He knows everything—doesn’t he also know what you are doing?

English Standard Version
He who disciplines the nations, does he not rebuke? He who teaches man knowledge—

Berean Standard Bible
He who admonishes the nations, does He not discipline? He who teaches man, does He lack knowledge?

King James Bible
He that chastiseth the heathen, shall not he correct? he that teacheth man knowledge, shall not he know?

New King James Version
He who instructs the nations, shall He not correct, He who teaches man knowledge?

New American Standard Bible
He who disciplines the nations, will He not rebuke, He who teaches mankind knowledge?

NASB 1995
He who chastens the nations, will He not rebuke, Even He who teaches man knowledge?

NASB 1977
He who chastens the nations, will He not rebuke, Even He who teaches man knowledge?

Legacy Standard Bible
He who disciplines the nations, will He not rebuke, Even He who teaches man knowledge?

Amplified Bible
He who instructs the nations, Does He not rebuke and punish, He who teaches man knowledge?

Christian Standard Bible
The one who instructs nations, the one who teaches mankind knowledge — does he not discipline?

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The One who instructs nations, the One who teaches man knowledge— does He not discipline?

American Standard Version
He that chastiseth the nations, shall not he correct, Even he that teacheth man knowledge?

Contemporary English Version
God instructs the nations and gives knowledge to us all. Won't he also correct us?

English Revised Version
He that chastiseth the nations, shall not he correct, even he that teacheth man knowledge?

GOD'S WORD® Translation
He disciplines nations. Do you think he can't punish? He teaches people. Do you think he doesn't know anything?

Good News Translation
He scolds the nations--won't he punish them? He is the teacher of us all--hasn't he any knowledge?

International Standard Version
The one who disciplines nations can rebuke them, can he not? The one who teaches mankind can discern, can he not?

Majority Standard Bible
He who admonishes the nations, does He not discipline? He who teaches man, does He lack knowledge?

NET Bible
Does the one who disciplines the nations not punish? He is the one who imparts knowledge to human beings!

New Heart English Bible
He who disciplines the nations, won't he punish? He who teaches man knows.

Webster's Bible Translation
He that chastiseth the heathen, shall he not correct? he that teacheth man knowledge, shall he not know?

World English Bible
He who disciplines the nations, won’t he punish? He who teaches man knows.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
He who is instructing nations, does He not reprove? He who is teaching man knowledge [is] YHWH.

Young's Literal Translation
He who is instructing nations, Doth He not reprove? He who is teaching man knowledge is Jehovah.

Smith's Literal Translation
He chastising the nations, shall he not do justice? he teaching man knowledge.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
He that chastiseth nations, shall he not rebuke: he that teacheth man knowledge?

Catholic Public Domain Version
He who chastises nations, he who teaches man knowledge, will he not rebuke?

New American Bible
Does the one who guides nations not rebuke? The one who teaches man not have knowledge?

New Revised Standard Version
He who disciplines the nations, he who teaches knowledge to humankind, does he not chastise?
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
He who chastises the nations, shall not he rebuke? He who teaches man knowledge, shall he not know?

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
He who chastises the nations, does he not rebuke, who teaches a son of man knowledge?
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
He that instructeth nations, shall not He correct? Even He that teacheth man knowledge?

Brenton Septuagint Translation
He that chastises the heathen, shall not he punish, even he that teaches man knowledge?

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The LORD Will Not Forget His People
9He who affixed the ear, can He not hear? He who formed the eye, can He not see? 10He who admonishes the nations, does He not discipline? He who teaches man, does He lack knowledge? 11The LORD knows the thoughts of man, that they are futile.…

Cross References
Proverbs 3:11-12
My son, do not reject the discipline of the LORD, and do not loathe His rebuke; / for the LORD disciplines the one He loves, as does a father the son in whom he delights.

Hebrews 12:5-6
And you have forgotten the exhortation that addresses you as sons: “My son, do not take lightly the discipline of the Lord, and do not lose heart when He rebukes you. / For the Lord disciplines the one He loves, and He chastises every son He receives.”

Job 5:17
Blessed indeed is the man whom God corrects; so do not despise the discipline of the Almighty.

Revelation 3:19
Those I love I rebuke and discipline. Therefore be earnest and repent.

Proverbs 15:10
Discipline is harsh for him who leaves the path; he who hates correction will die.

1 Corinthians 11:32
But when we are judged by the Lord, we are being disciplined so that we will not be condemned with the world.

Deuteronomy 8:5
So know in your heart that just as a man disciplines his son, so the LORD your God disciplines you.

Proverbs 19:25
Strike a mocker, and the simple will beware; rebuke the discerning man, and he will gain knowledge.

2 Timothy 3:16
All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness,

Proverbs 22:15
Foolishness is bound up in the heart of a child, but the rod of discipline drives it far from him.

Isaiah 26:9
My soul longs for You in the night; indeed, my spirit seeks You at dawn. For when Your judgments come upon the earth, the people of the world learn righteousness.

1 Corinthians 10:11
Now these things happened to them as examples and were written down as warnings for us, on whom the fulfillment of the ages has come.

Proverbs 1:7
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline.

James 1:5
Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.

Proverbs 9:9
Instruct a wise man, and he will be wiser still; teach a righteous man, and he will increase his learning.


Treasury of Scripture

He that chastises the heathen, shall not he correct? he that teaches man knowledge, shall not he know?

chastiseth

Psalm 9:5
Thou hast rebuked the heathen, thou hast destroyed the wicked, thou hast put out their name for ever and ever.

Psalm 10:16
The LORD is King for ever and ever: the heathen are perished out of his land.

Psalm 44:2
How thou didst drive out the heathen with thy hand, and plantedst them; how thou didst afflict the people, and cast them out.

he correct.

Isaiah 10:5,6
O Assyrian, the rod of mine anger, and the staff in their hand is mine indignation…

Amos 3:2
You only have I known of all the families of the earth: therefore I will punish you for all your iniquities.

Habakkuk 1:12
Art thou not from everlasting, O LORD my God, mine Holy One? we shall not die. O LORD, thou hast ordained them for judgment; and, O mighty God, thou hast established them for correction.

teacheth man

Psalm 25:8,9
Good and upright is the LORD: therefore will he teach sinners in the way…

Psalm 119:66
Teach me good judgment and knowledge: for I have believed thy commandments.

Job 35:11
Who teacheth us more than the beasts of the earth, and maketh us wiser than the fowls of heaven?

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He who admonishes the nations
This phrase highlights God's sovereignty over all nations, emphasizing His role as a moral authority. Throughout the Old Testament, God is depicted as the judge of nations, as seen in the prophetic books like Isaiah and Jeremiah. The admonishment of nations can be seen in historical events such as the fall of Babylon and the Assyrian Empire, where God's judgment was executed. This phrase underscores the belief that God holds all nations accountable to His standards, reflecting His universal authority and justice.

Does He not discipline?
Discipline is a recurring theme in Scripture, often associated with God's love and desire for correction and growth, as seen in Proverbs 3:11-12. The discipline of God is not punitive but corrective, aiming to bring about repentance and righteousness. Hebrews 12:5-11 further elaborates on this, explaining that God's discipline is a sign of His fatherly love. This phrase reassures believers that God's actions are purposeful and aimed at the ultimate good of His people.

He who teaches man
God as a teacher is a central theme in the Bible, with wisdom literature like Proverbs and Ecclesiastes emphasizing the importance of divine instruction. The role of God as a teacher is also evident in the life of Jesus Christ, who taught with authority and imparted divine wisdom to His followers. This phrase suggests that God imparts knowledge and understanding to humanity, guiding them in truth and righteousness.

Does He lack knowledge?
This rhetorical question affirms God's omniscience, a fundamental attribute of His nature. Scriptures such as Psalm 139 and Isaiah 40:28 highlight God's infinite understanding and knowledge. The question challenges any notion that God could be unaware or uninformed, reinforcing the belief that His judgments and teachings are based on perfect knowledge. This assurance of God's omniscience provides comfort to believers, knowing that He is fully aware of all circumstances and needs.

Persons / Places / Events
1. God (Yahweh)
The central figure in this verse, God is portrayed as the ultimate teacher and disciplinarian, emphasizing His omniscience and authority over nations and individuals.

2. Nations
Refers to the collective groups of people across the earth. In the context of this Psalm, nations are subject to God's admonishment and discipline, highlighting His sovereignty over all human affairs.

3. Man (Humanity)
Represents individual human beings who are recipients of God's teaching and discipline. This underscores the personal relationship between God and each person.
Teaching Points
God's Sovereignty Over Nations
God is not only concerned with individuals but also with entire nations. His discipline extends to all levels of human society, reminding us of His ultimate authority.

The Purpose of Divine Discipline
God's discipline is not punitive but corrective. It is designed to guide us back to righteousness and align us with His will.

The Omniscience of God
God, who teaches man, possesses complete knowledge. We can trust His guidance and correction because He knows what is best for us.

Personal Growth Through Correction
Embrace God's discipline as an opportunity for personal growth. It is a sign of His love and commitment to our spiritual development.

Responding to God's Teaching
Be open to learning from God in all circumstances. His teachings are rooted in His infinite wisdom and are meant to lead us to a deeper understanding of His truth.(10) He that chastiseth.--Or, He who instructeth. The thought to some extent anticipates St. Paul's teaching about the divine education of the heathen, in Romans 1.

Verse 10. - He that chastiseth the heathen, shall not he correct? i.e. if God does not leave even the heathen without rebukes and chastisements, shall he not much more punish those among his own people who do amiss? He that teacheth man knowledge, shall not he know? Our version supposes an ellipse, which it fills up with great boldness, producing a very excellent sense. But the insertion made does not appear necessary (see the Revised Version).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
He who admonishes
הֲיֹסֵ֣ר (hă·yō·sêr)
Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3256: To discipline, chasten, admonish

the nations,
גּ֭וֹיִם (gō·w·yim)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 1471: A foreign nation, a Gentile, a troop of animals, a flight of locusts

does He not
הֲלֹ֣א (hă·lō)
Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808: Not, no

discipline?
יוֹכִ֑יחַ (yō·w·ḵî·aḥ)
Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3198: To be right, reciprocal, to argue, to decide, justify, convict

He who teaches
הַֽמְלַמֵּ֖ד (ham·lam·mêḏ)
Article | Verb - Piel - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 3925: To exercise in, learn

man,
אָדָ֣ם (’ā·ḏām)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 120: Ruddy, a human being

does He [lack] knowledge?
דָּֽעַת׃ (dā·‘aṯ)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 1847: Knowledge


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