Psalms 144:14
That our oxen may be strong to labour; that there be no breaking in, nor going out; that there be no complaining in our streets.
Original Language Analysis
אַלּוּפֵ֗ינוּ
That our oxen
H441
אַלּוּפֵ֗ינוּ
That our oxen
Strong's:
H441
Word #:
1 of 9
familiar; a friend, also gentle; and so, a chieftain (as notable, like neat cattle)
מְֽסֻבָּ֫לִ֥ים
may be strong to labour
H5445
מְֽסֻבָּ֫לִ֥ים
may be strong to labour
Strong's:
H5445
Word #:
2 of 9
to carry (literally or figuratively), or (reflexively) be burdensome; specifically, to be gravid
פֶּ֭רֶץ
that there be no breaking in
H6556
פֶּ֭רֶץ
that there be no breaking in
Strong's:
H6556
Word #:
4 of 9
a break (literally or figuratively)
וְאֵ֣ין
H369
יוֹצֵ֑את
nor going out
H3318
יוֹצֵ֑את
nor going out
Strong's:
H3318
Word #:
6 of 9
to go (causatively, bring) out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim
וְאֵ֥ין
H369
Historical Context
Towns faced constant threats: raids, invasions, strife. "Outcry" meant violence, injustice, mourning. David prays for comprehensive peace.
Questions for Reflection
- How does this shape intercession for your community?
- What are modern equivalents of "no breaking in, nor complaining"?
- How does shalom differ from mere absence of conflict?
Analysis & Commentary
That our oxen may be strong to labour; that there be no breaking in, nor going out; that there be no complaining in our streets. Prayer for work capability and civic peace—no invasions, deportations, or distress. Comprehensive shalom encompasses security, justice, prosperity.