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they will proclaim the works of God and ponder what he has done.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/64.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Then everyone will be afraid; they will proclaim the mighty acts of God and realize all the amazing things he does.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/64.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Then all mankind fears; they tell what God has brought about and ponder what he has done.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/64.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then all mankind will fear and proclaim the work of God; so they will ponder what He has done.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/64.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And all men shall fear, and shall declare the work of God; for they shall wisely consider of his doing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/64.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />All men shall fear, And shall declare the work of God; For they shall wisely consider His doing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/64.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then all people will fear, And they will declare the work of God, And will consider what He has done.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/64.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Then all men will fear, And they will declare the work of God, And will consider what He has done.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/64.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Then all men will fear, And will declare the work of God, And will consider what He has done.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/64.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Then all men will fear, And they will declare the work of God, And will consider what He has done.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/64.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Then all men will fear [God’s judgment]; They will declare the work of God, And they will consider <i>and</i> wisely acknowledge what He has done.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/64.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then everyone will fear and will tell about God’s work, for they will understand what he has done.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/64.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then everyone will fear and will tell about God&#8217s work, for they will understand what He has done. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/64.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And all men shall fear; And they shall declare the work of God, And shall wisely consider of his doing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/64.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />They will be afraid and say, "Look at what God has done and keep it all in mind." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/64.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And all men shall fear; and they shall declare the work of God, and shall wisely consider of his doing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/64.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Everyone will be afraid and conclude, "This is an act of God!" They will learn from what he has done.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/64.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />They will all be afraid; they will think about what God has done and tell about his deeds. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/64.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Everyone was gripped with fear and acknowledged God's deeds, understanding what he had done.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/64.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then all mankind will fear and proclaim the work of God; so they will ponder what He has done.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/64.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />and all people will fear. They will proclaim what God has done, and reflect on his deeds. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/64.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />All humankind shall be afraid. They shall declare the work of God, and shall wisely ponder what he has done.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/64.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And all men shall fear, and shall declare the work of God; for they shall wisely consider of his doing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/64.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />All mankind shall be afraid. They shall declare the work of God, and shall wisely ponder what he has done. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/64.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And all men fear, and declare the work of God, "" And they have wisely considered His deed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/64.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And all men fear, and declare the work of God, And His deed they have considered wisely.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/64.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And all men shall fear, and they shall announce the work of God: and they shall look at his doing.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/64.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />and every man was afraid. And they declared the works of God: and understood his doings. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/64.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 63:10>and every man was afraid. And they announced the works of God, and they understood his acts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/64.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Every person fears and proclaims God’s actions, they ponder his deeds. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/64.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Then everyone will fear; they will tell what God has brought about, and ponder what he has done.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/64.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And all men shall fear, and shall declare the work of God; for they shall wisely consider the work of his hands.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/64.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And all the children of men will be afraid and they will show the works of God, and they will consider the work of his hands.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/64.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And all men fear; And they declare the work of God, And understand His doing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/64.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />and every man was alarmed, and they related the works of God, and understood his deeds.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/64-9.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nFaD2oDhKPc?start=7499" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/psalms/64.htm">The Hurtful Tongue</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">8</span>They will be made to stumble, their own tongues turned against them. All who see will shake their heads. <span class="reftext">9</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3605.htm" title="3605: kāl- (N-msc) -- The whole, all. Or kowl; from kalal; properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every.">Then all</a> <a href="/hebrew/120.htm" title="120: ’ā·ḏām (N-ms) -- Man, mankind. From 'adam; ruddy i.e. A human being.">mankind</a> <a href="/hebrew/3372.htm" title="3372: way·yî·rə·’ū (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp) -- To fear, to revere, caus, to frighten. A primitive root; to fear; morally, to revere; caus. To frighten.">will fear</a> <a href="/hebrew/5046.htm" title="5046: way·yag·gî·ḏū (Conj-w:: V-Hifil-ConsecImperf-3mp) -- To be conspicuous. ">and proclaim</a> <a href="/hebrew/6467.htm" title="6467: pō·‘al (N-msc) -- Doing, deed, work. From pa'al; an act or work.">the work</a> <a href="/hebrew/430.htm" title="430: ’ĕ·lō·hîm (N-mp) -- Plural of 'elowahh; gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used of the supreme God">of God;</a> <a href="/hebrew/7919.htm" title="7919: hiś·kî·lū (V-Hifil-Perf-3cp) -- To be, circumspect, intelligent. A primitive root; to be circumspect and hence, intelligent.">so they will ponder</a> <a href="/hebrew/4639.htm" title="4639: ū·ma·‘ă·śê·hū (Conj-w:: N-msc:: 3ms) -- A deed, work. From asah; an action; generally, a transaction; abstractly, activity; by implication, a product or property.">what He has done.</a> </span><span class="reftext">10</span>Let the righteous rejoice in the LORD and take refuge in Him; let all the upright in heart exult.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/40-3.htm">Psalm 40:3</a></span><br />He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God. Many will see and fear and put their trust in the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/52-6.htm">Psalm 52:6-7</a></span><br />The righteous will see and fear; they will mock the evildoer, saying, / “Look at the man who did not make God his refuge, but trusted in the abundance of his wealth and strengthened himself by destruction.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/126-2.htm">Psalm 126:2-3</a></span><br />Then our mouths were filled with laughter, our tongues with shouts of joy. Then it was said among the nations, “The LORD has done great things for them.” / The LORD has done great things for us; we are filled with joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/52-10.htm">Isaiah 52:10</a></span><br />The LORD has bared His holy arm in the sight of all the nations; all the ends of the earth will see the salvation of our God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/66-18.htm">Isaiah 66:18</a></span><br />“And I, knowing their deeds and thoughts, am coming to gather all nations and tongues, and they will come and see My glory.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/33-9.htm">Jeremiah 33:9</a></span><br />So this city will bring Me renown, joy, praise, and glory before all the nations of the earth, who will hear of all the good I do for it. They will tremble in awe because of all the goodness and prosperity that I will provide for it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/38-23.htm">Ezekiel 38:23</a></span><br />I will magnify and sanctify Myself, and I will reveal Myself in the sight of many nations. Then they will know that I am the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/habakkuk/3-2.htm">Habakkuk 3:2</a></span><br />O LORD, I have heard the report of You; I stand in awe, O LORD, of Your deeds. Revive them in these years; make them known in these years. In Your wrath, remember mercy!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/zephaniah/3-19.htm">Zephaniah 3:19-20</a></span><br />Behold, at that time, I will deal with all who afflict you. I will save the lame and gather the scattered; and I will appoint praise and fame for the disgraced throughout the earth. / At that time I will bring you in; yes, at that time I will gather you. For I will give you fame and praise among all the peoples of the earth when I restore your captives before your very eyes,” says the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/2-11.htm">Acts 2:11</a></span><br />both Jews and converts to Judaism; Cretans and Arabs—we hear them declaring the wonders of God in our own tongues!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/4-16.htm">Acts 4:16</a></span><br />“What shall we do with these men?” they asked. “It is clear to everyone living in Jerusalem that a remarkable miracle has occurred through them, and we cannot deny it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/13-12.htm">Acts 13:12</a></span><br />When the proconsul saw what had happened, he believed, for he was astonished at the teaching about the Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/15-9.htm">Romans 15:9</a></span><br />so that the Gentiles may glorify God for His mercy. As it is written: “Therefore I will praise You among the Gentiles; I will sing hymns to Your name.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/14-25.htm">1 Corinthians 14:25</a></span><br />and the secrets of his heart will be made known. So he will fall facedown and worship God, proclaiming, “God is truly among you!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/2-14.htm">2 Corinthians 2:14</a></span><br />But thanks be to God, who always leads us triumphantly as captives in Christ and through us spreads everywhere the fragrance of the knowledge of Him.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And all men shall fear, and shall declare the work of God; for they shall wisely consider of his doing.</p><p class="hdg">fear</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/40-3.htm">Psalm 40:3</a></b></br> And he hath put a new song in my mouth, <i>even</i> praise unto our God: many shall see <i>it</i>, and fear, and shall trust in the LORD.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/53-5.htm">Psalm 53:5</a></b></br> There were they in great fear, <i>where</i> no fear was: for God hath scattered the bones of him that encampeth <i>against</i> thee: thou hast put <i>them</i> to shame, because God hath despised them.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/119-20.htm">Psalm 119:20</a></b></br> My soul breaketh for the longing <i>that it hath</i> unto thy judgments at all times.</p><p class="hdg">they</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/58-11.htm">Psalm 58:11</a></b></br> So that a man shall say, Verily <i>there is</i> a reward for the righteous: verily he is a God that judgeth in the earth.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/107-42.htm">Psalm 107:42,43</a></b></br> The righteous shall see <i>it</i>, and rejoice: and all iniquity shall stop her mouth… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/5-12.htm">Isaiah 5:12</a></b></br> And the harp, and the viol, the tabret, and pipe, and wine, are in their feasts: but they regard not the work of the LORD, neither consider the operation of his hands.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/55-9.htm">Acts</a> <a href="/psalms/56-11.htm">Afraid</a> <a href="/psalms/50-22.htm">Consider</a> <a href="/psalms/44-22.htm">Considered</a> <a href="/psalms/51-15.htm">Declare</a> <a href="/job/33-17.htm">Deed</a> <a href="/psalms/64-4.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/psalms/33-13.htm">Mankind</a> <a href="/psalms/58-2.htm">Ponder</a> <a href="/psalms/52-9.htm">Proclaim</a> <a href="/psalms/41-6.htm">Public</a> <a href="/psalms/64-6.htm">Thought</a> <a href="/psalms/53-2.htm">Wisdom</a> <a href="/psalms/58-5.htm">Wisely</a> <a href="/psalms/62-12.htm">Work</a> <a href="/psalms/54-5.htm">Works</a> <a href="/psalms/46-8.htm">Wrought</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/65-5.htm">Acts</a> <a href="/psalms/65-8.htm">Afraid</a> <a href="/psalms/74-20.htm">Consider</a> <a href="/psalms/73-17.htm">Considered</a> <a href="/psalms/66-16.htm">Declare</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-14.htm">Deed</a> <a href="/psalms/66-16.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/psalms/73-5.htm">Mankind</a> <a href="/psalms/119-95.htm">Ponder</a> <a href="/psalms/68-11.htm">Proclaim</a> <a href="/psalms/68-11.htm">Public</a> <a href="/psalms/69-33.htm">Thought</a> <a href="/psalms/73-24.htm">Wisdom</a> <a href="/psalms/94-8.htm">Wisely</a> <a href="/psalms/66-3.htm">Work</a> <a href="/psalms/65-5.htm">Works</a> <a href="/psalms/68-28.htm">Wrought</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 64</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/64-1.htm">David prays for deliverance, complaining of his enemies</a></span><br><span class="reftext">7. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/64-7.htm">He promises himself to see such an evident destruction of his enemies, </a></span><br><span class="reftext">10. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/64-10.htm">as the righteous shall rejoice at it.</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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The fear mentioned here is not merely terror but a reverential awe. Throughout Scripture, the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom (<a href="/proverbs/9-10.htm">Proverbs 9:10</a>). This fear is a response to witnessing God's righteous acts, often seen in the context of His deliverance of the righteous and judgment of the wicked. Historically, when God acted decisively, such as during the Exodus, surrounding nations feared Him (<a href="/exodus/15-14.htm">Exodus 15:14-16</a>).<p><b>and proclaim the work of God;</b><br>Proclaiming God's work involves acknowledging His deeds and declaring them to others. This is a call to testify about God's interventions and mighty acts. In the biblical narrative, God's works are often recounted in songs and psalms, serving as a reminder of His faithfulness and power (<a href="/psalms/105.htm">Psalm 105:1-5</a>). The proclamation is not just for the Israelites but for all nations, pointing to the universal scope of God's sovereignty.<p><b>so they will ponder what He has done.</b><br>Pondering implies deep reflection and consideration. This phrase encourages meditation on God's actions, leading to a greater understanding of His character and purposes. In the Hebrew tradition, meditation on God's works and law is a key aspect of spiritual life (<a href="/psalms/1-2.htm">Psalm 1:2</a>). This reflection can lead to repentance, worship, and a deeper relationship with God. The acts of God, whether in creation, history, or personal life, are meant to draw people closer to Him and reveal His glory.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/m/mankind.htm">Mankind</a></b><br>Refers to all people, emphasizing the universal impact of God's actions.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>The central figure whose works are being proclaimed and pondered.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_works_of_god.htm">The Works of God</a></b><br>The mighty acts and judgments of God that lead to reverence and reflection among people.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_universal_impact_of_god's_works.htm">The Universal Impact of God's Works</a></b><br>God's actions are not limited to a specific group but are meant to be recognized by all humanity. This calls us to share testimonies of God's work in our lives, encouraging others to see and fear Him.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_fear_of_the_lord.htm">The Fear of the Lord</a></b><br>The fear mentioned here is a reverent awe, not terror. It is a recognition of God's power and majesty, leading to worship and obedience. We should cultivate a healthy fear of the Lord in our daily lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/proclaiming_god's_deeds.htm">Proclaiming God's Deeds</a></b><br>As believers, we are called to proclaim what God has done. This involves sharing our personal experiences of His faithfulness and pointing others to His mighty works in Scripture.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/reflecting_on_god's_actions.htm">Reflecting on God's Actions</a></b><br>Pondering God's works leads to deeper understanding and appreciation of His character. We should regularly meditate on His deeds, allowing them to transform our hearts and minds.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_64.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 64</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_psalm_64_9_align_with_suffering.htm">How does the confident expectation in Psalm 64:9 align with the countless instances of righteous people suffering without apparent deliverance? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_fear_abandonment_in_old_age.htm">In Psalm 71:9, why does the psalmist fear abandonment in old age if God's presence is said to be constant elsewhere in the Bible?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_reconcile_psalm_19_with_contradictions.htm">In Psalm 19:7-9, the law of the Lord is described as perfect and altogether righteous. How do we reconcile this with other biblical passages that appear contradictory or ethically problematic?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_do_faithful_believers_suffer.htm">Psalm 9:10 promises protection for those who seek God; why do many believers still suffer abandonment or persecution despite faithfulness?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/64.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(9) <span class= "bld">For they shall wisely consider.</span>--Rather, <span class= "ital">And they understand his work.</span><p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/64.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 9.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">And all men shall fear, and shall</span> <span class="cmt_word">declare the work of God.</span> The fate of David's enemies shall cause widespread fear and alarm. Men shall perceive God's hand in it, and shall be led, in consequence, to declare "God's work." The tragic ends of Ahithophel and Absalom were certainly well calculated to impress the minds of men generally, and to strike awe into the hearts of those who had looked with indifference, or even, perhaps, with satisfaction, on the political troubles. <span class="cmt_word">For they shall wisely consider of his doing;</span> rather, <span class="accented">for they shall understand his operation</span>. They shall understand, <span class="accented">i</span>.<span class="accented">e.</span>, that God is on the side of the righteous, and, when danger presses, will interpose on their behalf, to the terrible discomfiture of the wicked. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/64-9.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Then all</span><br /><span class="heb">כָּל־</span> <span class="translit">(kāl-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3605.htm">Strong's 3605: </a> </span><span class="str2">The whole, all, any, every</span><br /><br /><span class="word">mankind</span><br /><span class="heb">אָ֫דָ֥ם</span> <span class="translit">(’ā·ḏām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_120.htm">Strong's 120: </a> </span><span class="str2">Ruddy, a human being</span><br /><br /><span class="word">will fear</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיִּֽירְא֗וּ</span> <span class="translit">(way·yî·rə·’ū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3372.htm">Strong's 3372: </a> </span><span class="str2">To fear, to revere, caus, to frighten</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and proclaim</span><br /><span class="heb">וַ֭יַּגִּידוּ</span> <span class="translit">(way·yag·gî·ḏū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5046.htm">Strong's 5046: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be conspicuous</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the work</span><br /><span class="heb">פֹּ֥עַל</span> <span class="translit">(pō·‘al)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6467.htm">Strong's 6467: </a> </span><span class="str2">Doing, deed, work</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of God;</span><br /><span class="heb">אֱלֹהִ֗ים</span> <span class="translit">(’ĕ·lō·hîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_430.htm">Strong's 430: </a> </span><span class="str2">gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative</span><br /><br /><span class="word">so they will ponder</span><br /><span class="heb">הִשְׂכִּֽילוּ׃</span> <span class="translit">(hiś·kî·lū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person common plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7919.htm">Strong's 7919: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be, circumspect, intelligent</span><br /><br /><span class="word">what He has done.</span><br /><span class="heb">וּֽמַעֲשֵׂ֥הוּ</span> <span class="translit">(ū·ma·‘ă·śê·hū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4639.htm">Strong's 4639: </a> </span><span class="str2">An action, a transaction, activity, a product, property</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/64-9.htm">Psalm 64:9 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/64-9.htm">Psalm 64:9 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/64-9.htm">Psalm 64:9 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/64-9.htm">Psalm 64:9 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/64-9.htm">Psalm 64:9 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/64-9.htm">Psalm 64:9 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/64-9.htm">Psalm 64:9 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/64-9.htm">Psalm 64:9 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/64-9.htm">Psalm 64:9 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/64-9.htm">Psalm 64:9 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/64-9.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 64:9 All mankind shall be afraid (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/64-8.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 64:8"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 64:8" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/64-10.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 64:10"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 64:10" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>