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I have fled to you for refuge.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/143.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Deliver me from my enemies, O LORD; I flee to You for refuge.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/143.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Deliver me, O LORD, from mine enemies: I flee unto thee to hide me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/143.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Deliver me, O LORD, from my enemies; In You I take shelter.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/143.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Save me, LORD, from my enemies; I take refuge in You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/143.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Deliver me, O LORD, from my enemies; I take refuge in You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/143.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Deliver me, O LORD, from my enemies; I take refuge in Thee.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/143.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Deliver me from my enemies, O Yahweh, I have concealed <i>myself</i> in You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/143.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Rescue me, O LORD, from my enemies; I take refuge in You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/143.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Rescue me from my enemies, LORD; I come to you for protection.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/143.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Rescue me from my enemies, LORD; I come to You for protection. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/143.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Deliver me, O Jehovah, from mine enemies: I flee unto thee to hide me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/143.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Please rescue me from my enemies, LORD! I come to you for safety. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/143.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Deliver me, O LORD, from mine enemies: I flee unto thee to hide me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/143.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Rescue me from my enemies, O LORD. I come to you for protection.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/143.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />I go to you for protection, LORD; rescue me from my enemies. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/143.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Deliver me from my enemies, LORD. I have taken refuge in you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/143.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Deliver me from my enemies, O LORD; I flee to You for refuge.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/143.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Rescue me from my enemies, O LORD! I run to you for protection. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/143.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Deliver me, LORD, from my enemies. I run to you for refuge.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/143.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Deliver me, O LORD, from my enemies: I flee to thee to hide me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/143.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Deliver me, Yahweh, from my enemies. I flee to you to hide me. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/143.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Deliver me from my enemies, O YHWH, "" Near You I am covered.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/143.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Deliver me from mine enemies, O Jehovah, Near Thee I am covered.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/143.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Deliver me from mine enemies, O Jehovah: to thee I covered myself.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/143.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Deliver me from my enemies, O Lord, to thee have I fled: <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/143.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 142:9>O Lord, rescue me from my enemies. I have fled to you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/143.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Rescue me, LORD, from my foes, for I seek refuge in you. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/143.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Save me, O LORD, from my enemies; I have fled to you for refuge.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/143.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Deliver me, O LORD, from mine enemies, and teach me to do thy will.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/143.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Save me from my enemies!<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/143.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Deliver me from mine enemies, O LORD; With Thee have I hidden myself.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/143.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Deliver me from mine enemies, O Lord; for I have fled to thee for refuge.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/143-9.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=17715" 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/143.htm">I Stretch Out My Hands to You</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">8</span>Let me hear Your loving devotion in the morning, for I have put my trust in You. Teach me the way I should walk, for to You I lift up my soul. <span class="reftext">9</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/5337.htm" title="5337: haṣ·ṣî·lê·nî (V-Hifil-Imp-ms:: 1cs) -- To strip, plunder, deliver oneself, be delivered, snatch away, deliver. ">Deliver me</a> <a href="/hebrew/341.htm" title="341: mê·’ō·yə·ḇay (Prep-m:: V-Qal-Prtcpl-mpc:: 1cs) -- Hating, an adversary. Or owyeb; active participle of 'ayab; hating; an adversary.">from my enemies,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">O LORD;</a> <a href="/hebrew/413.htm" title="413: ’ê·le·ḵā (Prep:: 2ms) -- To, into, towards. ">I flee to You</a> <a href="/hebrew/3680.htm" title="3680: ḵis·si·ṯî (V-Piel-Perf-1cs) -- To cover. A primitive root; properly, to plump, i.e. Fill up hollows; by implication, to cover.">for refuge.</a> </span><span class="reftext">10</span>Teach me to do Your will, for You are my God. May Your good Spirit lead me on level ground.…<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/31-1.htm">Psalm 31:1-5</a></span><br />For the choirmaster. A Psalm of David. In You, O LORD, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame; save me by Your righteousness. / Incline Your ear to me; come quickly to my rescue. Be my rock of refuge, the stronghold of my deliverance. / For You are my rock and my fortress; lead me and guide me for the sake of Your name. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/18-48.htm">Psalm 18:48-50</a></span><br />who delivers me from my enemies. You exalt me above my foes; You rescue me from violent men. / Therefore I will praise You, O LORD, among the nations; I will sing praises to Your name. / Great salvation He brings to His king. He shows loving devotion to His anointed, to David and his descendants forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/59-1.htm">Psalm 59:1-2</a></span><br />For the choirmaster. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” A Miktam of David, when Saul sent men to watch David’s house in order to kill him. Deliver me from my enemies, O my God; protect me from those who rise against me. / Deliver me from workers of iniquity, and save me from men of bloodshed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/71-1.htm">Psalm 71:1-3</a></span><br />In You, O LORD, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame. / In Your justice, rescue and deliver me; incline Your ear and save me. / Be my rock of refuge, where I can always go. Give the command to save me, for You are my rock and my fortress.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/140-1.htm">Psalm 140:1-4</a></span><br />For the choirmaster. A Psalm of David. Rescue me, O LORD, from evil men. Protect me from men of violence, / who devise evil in their hearts and stir up war all day long. / They sharpen their tongues like snakes; the venom of vipers is on their lips. Selah ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/142-5.htm">Psalm 142:5-7</a></span><br />I cry to You, O LORD: “You are my refuge, my portion in the land of the living.” / Listen to my cry, for I am brought quite low. Rescue me from my pursuers, for they are too strong for me. / Free my soul from prison, that I may praise Your name. The righteous will gather around me because of Your goodness to me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/41-10.htm">Isaiah 41:10</a></span><br />Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/43-2.htm">Isaiah 43:2</a></span><br />When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you go through the rivers, they will not overwhelm you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be scorched; the flames will not set you ablaze.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/49-25.htm">Isaiah 49:25</a></span><br />Indeed, this is what the LORD says: “Even the captives of the mighty will be taken away, and the plunder of the tyrant will be retrieved; I will contend with those who contend with you, and I will save your children.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/1-8.htm">Jeremiah 1:8</a></span><br />Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you to deliver you,” declares the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/22-2.htm">2 Samuel 22:2-3</a></span><br />He said: “The LORD is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer. / My God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation. My stronghold, my refuge, and my Savior, You save me from violence.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/22-49.htm">2 Samuel 22:49</a></span><br />who frees me from my enemies. You exalt me above my foes; You rescue me from violent men.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/6-13.htm">Matthew 6:13</a></span><br />And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/26-41.htm">Matthew 26:41</a></span><br />“Watch and pray so that you will not enter into temptation. For the spirit is willing, but the body is weak.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/11-4.htm">Luke 11:4</a></span><br />And forgive us our sins, for we also forgive everyone who sins against us. And lead us not into temptation.’”</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Deliver me, O LORD, from my enemies: I flee to you to hide me.</p><p class="hdg">flee unto thee.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/34-2.htm">Psalm 34:2-4</a></b></br> My soul shall make her boast in the LORD: the humble shall hear <i>thereof</i>, and be glad… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/56-9.htm">Psalm 56:9</a></b></br> When I cry <i>unto thee</i>, then shall mine enemies turn back: this I know; for God <i>is</i> for me.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/61-3.htm">Psalm 61:3,4</a></b></br> For thou hast been a shelter for me, <i>and</i> a strong tower from the enemy… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/140-9.htm">Covered</a> <a href="/psalms/142-6.htm">Deliver</a> <a href="/psalms/139-22.htm">Enemies</a> <a href="/psalms/142-4.htm">Fled</a> <a href="/psalms/142-4.htm">Flee</a> <a href="/psalms/143-6.htm">Hands</a> <a href="/psalms/139-21.htm">Haters</a> <a href="/psalms/142-3.htm">Hidden</a> <a href="/psalms/143-7.htm">Hide</a> <a href="/psalms/142-5.htm">Refuge</a> <a href="/psalms/142-6.htm">Rescue</a> <a href="/psalms/143-8.htm">Soul</a> <a href="/psalms/130-5.htm">Waiting</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/147-8.htm">Covered</a> <a href="/psalms/144-7.htm">Deliver</a> <a href="/psalms/143-12.htm">Enemies</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-1.htm">Fled</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-26.htm">Flee</a> <a href="/psalms/144-1.htm">Hands</a> <a href="/psalms/143-12.htm">Haters</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-4.htm">Hidden</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-1.htm">Hide</a> <a href="/psalms/144-2.htm">Refuge</a> <a href="/psalms/144-7.htm">Rescue</a> <a href="/psalms/143-11.htm">Soul</a> <a href="/psalms/145-15.htm">Waiting</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 143</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/143-1.htm">David prays for favor in judgment</a></span><br><span class="reftext">3. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/143-3.htm">He complains of his grief</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/143-5.htm">He strengthens his faith by meditation and prayer</a></span><br><span class="reftext">7. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/143-7.htm">He prays for grace</a></span><br><span class="reftext">9. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/143-9.htm">For deliverance</a></span><br><span class="reftext">10. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/143-10.htm">For sanctification</a></span><br><span class="reftext">12. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/143-12.htm">For destruction of his enemies</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'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/143.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/psalms/143.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Deliver me from my enemies, O LORD;</b><br>This phrase is a plea for divine intervention and protection. The psalmist, traditionally understood to be David, often faced physical enemies, such as King Saul and foreign adversaries. In a broader spiritual context, "enemies" can also represent sin, temptation, and spiritual forces of evil. The call for deliverance is a recurring theme in the Psalms, reflecting the believer's reliance on God's power and sovereignty. This plea echoes the deliverance God provided to Israel throughout their history, such as the Exodus from Egypt. It also foreshadows the ultimate deliverance from sin and death through Jesus Christ, who is often seen as the fulfillment of God's promises of salvation.<p><b>I flee to You for refuge.</b><br>The imagery of God as a refuge is prevalent throughout the Psalms and the Old Testament. In ancient times, cities of refuge were designated places where individuals could seek asylum and protection from avengers. This concept is deeply rooted in the cultural and legal practices of ancient Israel. Spiritually, seeking refuge in God implies trust and dependence on His protection and provision. This phrase highlights the personal relationship between the psalmist and God, emphasizing faith and reliance on divine strength rather than human means. It connects to other scriptures, such as <a href="/psalms/46.htm">Psalm 46:1</a>, which describes God as "our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble." This refuge is ultimately fulfilled in Christ, who offers eternal security and peace to believers.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/d/david.htm">David</a></b><br>The author of this psalm, David is often seen in the Psalms crying out to God for deliverance from his enemies. His life was marked by numerous conflicts, including those with King Saul and his own son Absalom.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/e/enemies.htm">Enemies</a></b><br>While not specified in this verse, David's enemies often included foreign nations, personal adversaries, and even internal struggles. They represent any force or influence that opposes God's will and threatens the believer's peace.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The covenant name of God, emphasizing His faithfulness and relationship with His people. David's plea is directed to Yahweh, highlighting his trust in God's power and protection.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/r/refuge.htm">Refuge</a></b><br>A place of safety and protection. In the context of this psalm, it symbolizes God's role as a protector and sanctuary for those who seek Him.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/f/fleeing.htm">Fleeing</a></b><br>This action indicates urgency and desperation, showing David's reliance on God as his only hope and shelter in times of trouble.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/trust_in_god's_deliverance.htm">Trust in God's Deliverance</a></b><br>David's plea for deliverance is a model for believers to trust in God's power to save them from their adversaries, both physical and spiritual.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god_as_our_refuge.htm">God as Our Refuge</a></b><br>Just as David fled to God for refuge, believers are encouraged to seek God as their ultimate place of safety and peace amidst life's challenges.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/u/urgency_in_seeking_god.htm">Urgency in Seeking God</a></b><br>The act of fleeing to God suggests an urgency and priority in seeking His presence and protection, reminding believers to turn to God first in times of trouble.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/dependence_on_god's_faithfulness.htm">Dependence on God's Faithfulness</a></b><br>David's reliance on Yahweh underscores the importance of depending on God's covenant faithfulness, knowing He is always present and willing to help.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/prayer_as_a_response_to_adversity.htm">Prayer as a Response to Adversity</a></b><br>This verse exemplifies the power of prayer in responding to adversity, encouraging believers to communicate openly with God about their struggles.<a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/143.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(9) <span class= "bld">I flee . . .</span>--Literally, <span class= "ital">unto thee have I hidden. </span>A phrase which has been variously explained--(1) to Thee I have confided my troubles: (2) and, better, as in the Authorised Version, <span class= "ital">to Thee I </span>(<span class= "ital">have fled and</span>)<span class= "ital"> hid </span>(<span class= "ital">myself</span>)<span class= "ital">. </span>The reflexive use of the Hebrew verb is sufficiently established by <a href="/genesis/38-14.htm" title="And she put her widow's garments off from her, and covered her with a veil, and wrapped herself, and sat in an open place, which is by the way to Timnath; for she saw that Shelah was grown, and she was not given to him to wife.">Genesis 38:14</a>; <a href="/deuteronomy/22-12.htm" title="You shall make you fringes on the four quarters of your clothing, with which you cover yourself.">Deuteronomy 22:12</a> (<a href="/jonah/3-6.htm" title="For word came to the king of Nineveh, and he arose from his throne, and he laid his robe from him, and covered him with sackcloth, and sat in ashes.">Jonah 3:6</a> is doubtful).<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/143.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 9.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Deliver me, O Lord, from mine enemies</span> (comp. <a href="/psalms/140-1.htm">Psalm 140:1, 4</a>; <a href="/psalms/142-6.htm">Psalm 142:6</a>). <span class="cmt_word">I flee unto thee to hide me</span>; literally, <span class="accented">to thee I hide myself</span>, but probably with the meaning expressed in the Authorized Version. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/143-9.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">Deliver me</span><br /><span class="heb">הַצִּילֵ֖נִי</span> <span class="translit">(haṣ·ṣî·lê·nî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperative - masculine singular | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5337.htm">Strong's 5337: </a> </span><span class="str2">To strip, plunder, deliver oneself, be delivered, snatch away, deliver</span><br /><br /><span class="word">from my enemies,</span><br /><span class="heb">מֵאֹיְבַ֥י ׀</span> <span class="translit">(mê·’ō·yə·ḇay)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-m | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_341.htm">Strong's 341: </a> </span><span class="str2">Hating, an adversary</span><br /><br /><span class="word">O LORD;</span><br /><span class="heb">יְהוָ֗ה</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3068.htm">Strong's 3068: </a> </span><span class="str2">LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">I flee to You</span><br /><span class="heb">אֵלֶ֥יךָ</span> <span class="translit">(’ê·le·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_413.htm">Strong's 413: </a> </span><span class="str2">Near, with, among, to</span><br /><br /><span class="word">for refuge.</span><br /><span class="heb">כִסִּֽתִי׃</span> <span class="translit">(ḵis·si·ṯî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Perfect - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3680.htm">Strong's 3680: </a> </span><span class="str2">To plump, fill up hollows, to cover</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/143-9.htm">Psalm 143:9 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/143-9.htm">Psalm 143:9 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/143-9.htm">Psalm 143:9 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/143-9.htm">Psalm 143:9 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/143-9.htm">Psalm 143:9 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/143-9.htm">Psalm 143:9 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/143-9.htm">Psalm 143:9 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/143-9.htm">Psalm 143:9 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/143-9.htm">Psalm 143:9 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/143-9.htm">Psalm 143:9 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/143-9.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 143:9 Deliver me Yahweh from my enemies (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/143-8.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 143:8"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 143:8" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/143-10.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 143:10"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 143:10" /></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>