Psalms 33

The Steadfast Love of the Lord

1 Rejoice in the LORD, O ye righteousRighteous: צַדִּיק (Tzaddik). The Hebrew tzaddik (צַדִּיק) describes one who is righteous, just, or lawful—conforming to God's standard. From the root tzedek (צֶדֶק), meaning righteousness or justice.: for praise is comely for the upright. Resurrection: Psalms 135:3, 147:1. References Lord: Proverbs 15:8, Philippians 4:4. Righteousness: Psalms 32:11, 97:12, 118:15, Romans 3:10 +3

2 Praise the LORD with harp: sing unto him with the psaltery and an instrument of ten strings. Resurrection: Psalms 144:9, 1 Chronicles 25:3. References Lord: 2 Samuel 6:5, 1 Chronicles 15:28, 25:6. Sin: 1 Chronicles 15:16. Parallel theme: Psalms 92:3, Exodus 15:20, Revelation 5:8, 14:2 +5

3 Sing unto him a new song; play skilfully with a loud noise. Sin: Psalms 96:1, 98:1, 144:9, 1 Chronicles 13:8, Isaiah 42:10, Ephesians 5:19, Colossians 3:16. Parallel theme: 1 Chronicles 25:7, Revelation 5:9 +4

4 For the wordWord: דָּבָר (Davar). The Hebrew davar (דָּבָר) means word, thing, or matter—God's creative and authoritative speech. 'By the word of the LORD were the heavens made' (Psalm 33:6). of the LORD is right; and all his works are done in truth. References Lord: Psalms 119:75. Word: Psalms 12:6, 19:8, Proverbs 30:5, Romans 7:12. Truth: Psalms 96:13, Deuteronomy 32:4, Daniel 4:37. Parallel theme: Psalms 119:128, Titus 1:2 +5

5 He loveth righteousness and judgment: the earth is full of the goodness of the LORD. References Lord: Psalms 104:24, 119:64. Love: Psalms 11:7, 45:7, 99:4, Hebrews 1:9. Good: Acts 14:17. Righteousness: Matthew 5:45 +3

6 By the word of the LORDLord: יְהוָה / אֲדֹנָי (YHWH / Adonai). When 'LORD' appears in small capitals, it represents the Tetragrammaton YHWH (יְהוָה), God's personal covenant name meaning 'I AM.' When 'Lord' appears normally, it's Adonai (אֲדֹנָי), meaning 'my Lord,' emphasizing sovereignty. were the heavens made; and all the host of them by the breath of his mouth. References Lord: Genesis 2:7. Word: Hebrews 11:3, 2 Peter 3:5. Creation: Genesis 6:7, Job 33:4. Parallel theme: Psalms 33:9, Genesis 1:6, 2:1, Job 26:13, John 20:22 +5

7 He gathereth the waters of the sea together as an heap: he layeth up the depth in storehouses. Parallel theme: Exodus 15:8, Joshua 3:13, 3:16, Job 26:10, Proverbs 8:29, Jeremiah 5:22, Habakkuk 3:15 +2

8 Let all the earth fear the LORD: let all the inhabitants of the world stand in awe of him. References Lord: Psalms 22:27, Revelation 15:4. Parallel theme: Psalms 67:7, 76:7

9 For he spake, and it was done; he commanded, and it stood fast. Parallel theme: Psalms 33:6, Genesis 1:3, Hebrews 1:3, 11:3, Revelation 4:11

10 The LORD bringeth the counsel of the heathen to nought: he maketh the devices of the people of none effect. References Lord: Psalms 140:8, 2 Samuel 15:31, 17:14, Proverbs 21:30, Isaiah 44:23. Parallel theme: Psalms 9:15, 21:11, 2 Samuel 17:23, Isaiah 19:3, 44:25 +5

11 The counsel of the LORDLord: יְהוָה / אֲדֹנָי (YHWH / Adonai). When 'LORD' appears in small capitals, it represents the Tetragrammaton YHWH (יְהוָה), God's personal covenant name meaning 'I AM.' When 'Lord' appears normally, it's Adonai (אֲדֹנָי), meaning 'my Lord,' emphasizing sovereignty. standeth for ever, the thoughts of his heart to all generations. References Lord: Psalms 92:5, Proverbs 19:21, Isaiah 14:24, 14:27, Jeremiah 29:11, Lamentations 3:37. Parallel theme: Job 23:13, Isaiah 46:10, Daniel 4:37, Ephesians 1:11 +5

12 Blessed is the nation whose GodGod: אֱלֹהִים (Elohim). The Hebrew Elohim (אֱלֹהִים) is a plural form denoting majesty and fullness of deity. Though grammatically plural, it takes singular verbs when referring to the one true God, suggesting the Trinity's plurality within unity. is the LORD; and the people whom he hath chosen for his own inheritance. References God: Psalms 144:15. References Lord: Deuteronomy 33:29. Blessing: Psalms 65:4. Parallel theme: John 15:16, Ephesians 1:4, Titus 2:14, 1 Peter 2:9 +2

13 The LORD looketh from heavenHeaven: שָׁמַיִם (Shamayim). The Hebrew shamayim (שָׁמַיִם) means heaven or sky—God's dwelling place and the realm above earth. 'The heaven, even the heavens, are the LORD's' (Psalm 115:16), yet 'the heaven of heavens cannot contain Him' (1 Kings 8:27).; he beholdeth all the sons of men. References Lord: Psalms 11:4, 14:2, 102:19, 2 Chronicles 16:9, Proverbs 15:3. Parallel theme: Psalms 53:2, Job 28:24, Hebrews 4:13 +3

14 From the place of his habitation he looketh upon all the inhabitants of the earth. Parallel theme: 1 Kings 8:39

15 He fashioneth their hearts alike; he considereth all their works. Parallel theme: Psalms 44:21, Jeremiah 32:19, Hosea 7:2, 1 Corinthians 4:5

16 There is no king saved by the multitude of an host: a mighty man is not delivered by much strength. Salvation: Psalms 44:3. Parallel theme: Exodus 14:28, 2 Chronicles 20:23, Jeremiah 9:23

17 An horse is a vain thing for safety: neither shall he deliver any by his great strength. Parallel theme: Psalms 20:7, 147:10, Proverbs 21:31, Isaiah 30:16, Hosea 14:3

18 Behold, the eye of the LORD is upon them that fear him, upon them that hope in his mercy; References Lord: 1 Peter 3:12. Grace: Psalms 13:5, 52:8, 147:11. Hope: Hebrews 6:18. Parallel theme: Job 36:7

19 To deliver their soul from death, and to keep them alive in famine. Parallel theme: Psalms 37:3, 37:19, 91:10, Proverbs 10:3, Isaiah 33:16, John 10:28, 10:30, Acts 12:11 +3

20 Our soul waiteth for the LORDLord: יְהוָה / אֲדֹנָי (YHWH / Adonai). When 'LORD' appears in small capitals, it represents the Tetragrammaton YHWH (יְהוָה), God's personal covenant name meaning 'I AM.' When 'Lord' appears normally, it's Adonai (אֲדֹנָי), meaning 'my Lord,' emphasizing sovereignty.: he is our help and our shield. References Lord: Psalms 27:14, Isaiah 8:17, 40:31. Parallel theme: 1 Chronicles 5:20

21 For our heart shall rejoice in him, because we have trusted in his holyHoly: קָדוֹשׁ (Qadosh). The Hebrew qadosh (קָדוֹשׁ) means holy or set apart—separated from common use for God's purposes. God is 'the Holy One of Israel,' utterly distinct from creation in moral perfection. name. Faith: Psalms 13:5, 28:7. Holy: 1 Chronicles 16:10, Revelation 4:8. Parallel theme: Isaiah 25:9, Zechariah 10:7, John 16:22 +2

22 Let thy mercyMercy: רַחֲמִים (Rachamim). The Hebrew rachamim (רַחֲמִים) derives from 'womb' (rechem), suggesting tender, maternal compassion. God's mercies are 'new every morning' (Lamentations 3:23), showing His compassionate nature., O LORD, be upon us, according as we hope in thee. Grace: Psalms 13:5, 32:10, 119:76. Hope: Psalms 119:49. Parallel theme: Matthew 9:29