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Listen, O God of Jacob. Interlude<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/84.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />O LORD God of hosts, hear my prayer; give ear, O God of Jacob! Selah<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/84.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />O LORD God of Hosts, hear my prayer; give ear, O God of Jacob. Selah<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/84.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />O LORD God of hosts, hear my prayer: give ear, O God of Jacob. Selah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/84.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />O LORD God of hosts, hear my prayer; Give ear, O God of Jacob! Selah</i><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/84.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />LORD God of armies, hear my prayer; Listen, God of Jacob! Selah<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/84.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />O LORD God of hosts, hear my prayer; Give ear, O God of Jacob! Selah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/84.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />O LORD God of hosts, hear my prayer; Give ear, O God of Jacob! Selah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/84.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />O Yahweh God of hosts, hear my prayer; Give ear, O God of Jacob! Selah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/84.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />O LORD God of hosts, hear my prayer; Listen, O God of Jacob! Selah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/84.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />LORD God of Armies, hear my prayer; listen, God of Jacob. Selah<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/84.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br /> LORD God of Hosts, hear my prayer; listen, God of Jacob. Selah <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/84.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />O Jehovah God of hosts, hear my prayer; Give ear, O God of Jacob. [Selah<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/84.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />LORD God All-Powerful, the God of Jacob, please answer my prayer! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/84.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />O LORD God of hosts, hear my prayer: give ear, O God of Jacob. Selah<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/84.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />O LORD God, commander of armies, hear my prayer. Open your ears, O God of Jacob. [Selah]<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/84.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Hear my prayer, LORD God Almighty. Listen, O God of Jacob! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/84.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />LORD God of the Heavenly Armies, hear my prayer! Listen, God of Jacob! Interlude<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/84.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />O LORD God of Hosts, hear my prayer; give ear, O God of Jacob. Selah<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/84.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />O LORD, sovereign God, hear my prayer! Listen, O God of Jacob! (Selah) <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/84.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />LORD, God of hosts, hear my prayer. Listen, God of Jacob. Selah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/84.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />O LORD God of hosts, hear my prayer: give ear, O God of Jacob. Selah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/84.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Yahweh, God of Armies, hear my prayer. Listen, God of Jacob. Selah. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/84.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />O YHWH, God of Hosts, hear my prayer, "" Give ear, O God of Jacob. Selah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/84.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> O Jehovah, God of Hosts, hear my prayer, Give ear, O God of Jacob. Selah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/84.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />O Jehovah God of armies, hear my prayer: give ear, O God of Jacob. Silence.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/84.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />O Lord God of hosts, hear my prayer: give ear, O God of Jacob. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/84.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 83:9>O Lord, God of hosts, hear my prayer. Pay attention, O God of Jacob.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/84.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />LORD God of hosts, hear my prayer; listen, God of Jacob. <i>Selah</i> <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/84.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />O LORD God of hosts, hear my prayer; give ear, O God of Jacob! Selah<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/84.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />O LORD God of hosts, hear my prayer; give ear, O God of Jacob.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/84.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />LORD JEHOVAH, God of hosts, hear my prayer and give ear, God of Jacob!<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/84.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />O LORD God of hosts, hear my prayer; Give ear, O God of Jacob. Selah <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/84.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />O Lord God of hosts, hear my prayer: hearken, O God of Jacob. Pause.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/84-8.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=10569" 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/84.htm">Better is One Day in Your Courts</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">7</span>They go from strength to strength, until each appears before God in Zion. <span class="reftext">8</span><span class="highl"><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/430.htm" title="430: ’ĕ·lō·hîm (N-mp) -- Plural of 'elowahh; gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used of the supreme God">God</a> <a href="/hebrew/6635.htm" title="6635: ṣə·ḇā·’ō·wṯ (N-cp) -- Or tsbadah; from tsaba'; a mass of persons, especially reg. Organized for war; by implication, a campaign, literally or figuratively.">of Hosts,</a> <a href="/hebrew/8085.htm" title="8085: šim·‘āh (V-Qal-Imp-ms:: 3fs) -- To hear. A primitive root; to hear intelligently.">hear</a> <a href="/hebrew/8605.htm" title="8605: ṯə·p̄il·lā·ṯî (N-fsc:: 1cs) -- Prayer. From palal; intercession, supplication; by implication, a hymn.">my prayer;</a> <a href="/hebrew/238.htm" title="238: ha·’ă·zî·nāh (V-Hifil-Imp-ms:: 3fs) -- A primitive root; probably to expand; but used only as a denominative from 'ozen; to broaden out the ear, i.e. to listen.">give ear,</a> <a href="/hebrew/430.htm" title="430: ’ĕ·lō·hê (N-mpc) -- Plural of 'elowahh; gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used of the supreme God">O God</a> <a href="/hebrew/3290.htm" title="3290: ya·‘ă·qōḇ (N-proper-ms) -- A son of Isaac, also his desc. From aqab; heel-catcher; Jaakob, the Israelitish patriarch.">of Jacob.</a> <a href="/hebrew/5542.htm" title="5542: se·lāh (Interjection) -- To lift up, exalt. From calah; suspension, i.e. Pause.">Selah</a> </span><span class="reftext">9</span>Take notice of our shield, O God, and look with favor on the face of Your anointed.…<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="/2_chronicles/6-40.htm">2 Chronicles 6:40</a></span><br />Now, my God, may Your eyes be open and Your ears attentive to the prayer offered in this place.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/8-28.htm">1 Kings 8:28-30</a></span><br />Yet regard the prayer and plea of Your servant, O LORD my God, so that You may hear the cry and the prayer that Your servant is praying before You today. / May Your eyes be open toward this temple night and day, toward the place of which You said, ‘My Name shall be there,’ so that You may hear the prayer that Your servant prays toward this place. / Hear the plea of Your servant and of Your people Israel when they pray toward this place. May You hear from heaven, Your dwelling place. May You hear and forgive.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/1-6.htm">Nehemiah 1:6</a></span><br />let Your eyes be open and Your ears attentive to hear the prayer that I, Your servant, now pray before You day and night for Your servants, the Israelites. I confess the sins that we Israelites have committed against You. Both I and my father’s house have sinned.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/daniel/9-17.htm">Daniel 9:17-19</a></span><br />So now, our God, hear the prayers and petitions of Your servant. For Your sake, O Lord, cause Your face to shine upon Your desolate sanctuary. / Incline Your ear, O my God, and hear; open Your eyes and see the desolation of the city that bears Your name. For we are not presenting our petitions before You because of our righteous acts, but because of Your great compassion. / O Lord, listen! O Lord, forgive! O Lord, hear and act! For Your sake, O my God, do not delay, because Your city and Your people bear Your name.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/37-17.htm">Isaiah 37:17</a></span><br />Incline Your ear, O LORD, and hear; open Your eyes, O LORD, and see. Listen to all the words that Sennacherib has sent to defy the living God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/29-12.htm">Jeremiah 29:12</a></span><br />Then you will call upon Me and come and pray to Me, and I will listen to you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/7-15.htm">2 Chronicles 7:15</a></span><br />Now My eyes will be open and My ears attentive to the prayers offered in this place.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/1-11.htm">1 Samuel 1:11</a></span><br />And she made a vow, saying, “O LORD of Hosts, if only You will look upon the affliction of Your maidservant and remember me, not forgetting Your maidservant but giving her a son, then I will dedicate him to the LORD all the days of his life, and no razor shall ever touch his head.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_kings/19-16.htm">2 Kings 19:16</a></span><br />Incline Your ear, O LORD, and hear; open Your eyes, O LORD, and see. Listen to the words that Sennacherib has sent to defy the living God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/5-1.htm">Psalm 5:1-2</a></span><br />For the choirmaster, to be accompanied by flutes. A Psalm of David. Give ear to my words, O LORD; consider my groaning. / Attend to the sound of my cry, my King and my God, for to You I pray.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/17-1.htm">Psalm 17:1</a></span><br />A prayer of David. Hear, O LORD, my righteous plea; listen to my cry. Give ear to my prayer—it comes from lips free of deceit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/55-1.htm">Psalm 55:1</a></span><br />For the choirmaster. With stringed instruments. A Maskil of David. Listen to my prayer, O God, and do not ignore my plea.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/130-2.htm">Psalm 130:2</a></span><br />O Lord, hear my voice; let Your ears be attentive to my plea for mercy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/143-1.htm">Psalm 143:1</a></span><br />A Psalm of David. O LORD, hear my prayer. In Your faithfulness, give ear to my plea; in Your righteousness, answer me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/1-15.htm">Isaiah 1:15</a></span><br />When you spread out your hands in prayer, I will hide My eyes from you; even though you multiply your prayers, I will not listen. Your hands are covered with blood.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">O LORD God of hosts, hear my prayer: give ear, O God of Jacob. Selah.</p><p class="hdg">no reference </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/84-3.htm">Almighty</a> <a href="/psalms/84-3.htm">Armies</a> <a href="/psalms/82-3.htm">Ear</a> <a href="/psalms/81-8.htm">Hear</a> <a href="/psalms/84-3.htm">Hosts</a> <a href="/psalms/81-4.htm">Jacob</a> <a href="/psalms/80-4.htm">Prayer</a> <a href="/psalms/84-4.htm">Selah</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/84-12.htm">Almighty</a> <a href="/psalms/84-12.htm">Armies</a> <a href="/psalms/85-8.htm">Ear</a> <a href="/psalms/85-8.htm">Hear</a> <a href="/psalms/84-12.htm">Hosts</a> <a href="/psalms/85-1.htm">Jacob</a> <a href="/psalms/86-1.htm">Prayer</a> <a href="/psalms/85-2.htm">Selah</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 84</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/84-1.htm">The prophet, longing for the communion of the sanctuary</a></span><br><span class="reftext">4. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/84-4.htm">Shows how blessed they are that dwell therein</a></span><br><span class="reftext">8. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/84-8.htm">He prays to be restored unto 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'; </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/84.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/84.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>O LORD God of Hosts</b><br>This phrase acknowledges God's supreme authority and power over the heavenly armies. The title "God of Hosts" emphasizes His sovereignty and might, often used in contexts where God's protection and deliverance are sought. It reflects the understanding of God as a divine warrior, a theme prevalent in the Old Testament, especially in the context of Israel's battles and struggles. This title is also a reminder of God's omnipotence and His ability to command the forces of heaven, aligning with passages like <a href="/isaiah/6-3.htm">Isaiah 6:3</a>, where the seraphim proclaim His holiness and glory.<p><b>hear my prayer</b><br>The psalmist's plea for God to listen underscores the personal relationship between the believer and God. It reflects a deep trust in God's willingness to hear and respond to the prayers of His people. This request is a common theme throughout the Psalms, where the faithful often cry out to God in times of need, as seen in <a href="/psalms/5.htm">Psalm 5:1-3</a>. The act of prayer is central to the believer's life, serving as a means of communication with God and a way to express dependence on Him.<p><b>give ear, O God of Jacob</b><br>Invoking the "God of Jacob" connects the prayer to the covenantal promises made to the patriarchs, highlighting God's faithfulness throughout generations. Jacob, later named Israel, represents the nation and God's enduring commitment to His people. This reference serves as a reminder of God's past deliverance and His ongoing relationship with Israel. It also ties into the broader biblical narrative of God's redemptive plan, as seen in <a href="/genesis/28-13.htm">Genesis 28:13-15</a>, where God promises Jacob land, descendants, and His presence.<p><b>Selah</b><br>The term "Selah" is often interpreted as a pause or interlude, inviting the reader or listener to reflect on the preceding words. It serves as a moment to meditate on the significance of the prayer and the attributes of God mentioned. While its exact meaning is debated, it is generally understood as a call to contemplation, allowing the truths expressed to resonate deeply within the heart and mind of the believer. This pause encourages a deeper engagement with the text, fostering a moment of worship and reflection on God's majesty and faithfulness.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/l/lord_god_of_hosts.htm">LORD God of Hosts</a></b><br>This title emphasizes God's sovereignty and command over the heavenly armies. It reflects His power and authority.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/g/god_of_jacob.htm">God of Jacob</a></b><br>This reference connects to the patriarch Jacob, highlighting God's covenantal faithfulness and His relationship with Israel.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/s/selah.htm">Selah</a></b><br>A term used in the Psalms, possibly indicating a pause for reflection or musical interlude, inviting the reader to meditate on the preceding words.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_and_power.htm">God's Sovereignty and Power</a></b><br>Recognize that God is the ultimate authority over all creation, including the heavenly hosts. This should inspire confidence in His ability to answer prayer.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/covenantal_faithfulness.htm">Covenantal Faithfulness</a></b><br>Remember that God is faithful to His promises, as seen in His relationship with Jacob. This encourages trust in His ongoing faithfulness to us.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_prayer.htm">The Importance of Prayer</a></b><br>The psalmist's plea for God to "hear my prayer" highlights the importance of earnest and sincere communication with God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/reflective_meditation.htm">Reflective Meditation</a></b><br>The use of "Selah" invites us to pause and reflect on God's attributes and our relationship with Him, deepening our spiritual understanding.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_84.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 84</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_can_we_'taste'_god's_goodness.htm">How can Psalm 34:8 state 'taste and see that the Lord is good' when there is no empirical way to measure spiritual experiences?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_god_swear_by_himself.htm">If God is omnipotent, why does He need to swear by Himself to carry out judgment (Amos 6:8)?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_psalm_7_8_contradict_romans_3_10.htm">If Psalm 7:8 claims personal righteousness, does this contradict the broader biblical teaching of universal sinfulness (e.g., Romans 3:10)?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_could_birds_nest_on_a_used_altar.htm">In Psalm 84:3, how could birds nest on the altar if it was used for sacrifices?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/84.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 8.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">O Lord God of hosts, hear my prayer.</span> The prayer of ver. 9. <span class="cmt_word">Give ear, O God of Jacob</span> (comp. <a href="/psalms/20-1.htm">Psalm 20:1</a>; <a href="/psalms/46-7.htm">Psalm 46:7, 11</a>; <a href="/psalms/75-9.htm">Psalm 75:9</a>; <a href="/psalms/76-6.htm">Psalm 76:6</a>; <a href="/psalms/81-1.htm">Psalm 81:1, 4</a>, etc.). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/84-8.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">O LORD</span><br /><span class="heb">יְה֘וָ֤ה</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">God</span><br /><span class="heb">אֱלֹהִ֣ים</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">of Hosts,</span><br /><span class="heb">צְ֭בָאוֹת</span> <span class="translit">(ṣə·ḇā·’ō·wṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - common plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6635.htm">Strong's 6635: </a> </span><span class="str2">A mass of persons, reg, organized for, war, a campaign</span><br /><br /><span class="word">hear</span><br /><span class="heb">שִׁמְעָ֣ה</span> <span class="translit">(šim·‘āh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular | third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8085.htm">Strong's 8085: </a> </span><span class="str2">To hear intelligently</span><br /><br /><span class="word">my prayer;</span><br /><span class="heb">תְפִלָּתִ֑י</span> <span class="translit">(ṯə·p̄il·lā·ṯî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8605.htm">Strong's 8605: </a> </span><span class="str2">Intercession, supplication, a hymn</span><br /><br /><span class="word">give ear,</span><br /><span class="heb">הַאֲזִ֨ינָה</span> <span class="translit">(ha·’ă·zî·nāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperative - masculine singular | third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_238.htm">Strong's 238: </a> </span><span class="str2">To broaden out the ear, to listen</span><br /><br /><span class="word">O God</span><br /><span class="heb">אֱלֹהֵ֖י</span> <span class="translit">(’ĕ·lō·hê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural construct<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">of Jacob.</span><br /><span class="heb">יַעֲקֹ֣ב</span> <span class="translit">(ya·‘ă·qōḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3290.htm">Strong's 3290: </a> </span><span class="str2">Jacob -- a son of Isaac, also his desc</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Selah</span><br /><span class="heb">סֶֽלָה׃</span> <span class="translit">(se·lāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Interjection<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5542.htm">Strong's 5542: </a> </span><span class="str2">Suspension, pause</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/84-8.htm">Psalm 84:8 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/84-8.htm">Psalm 84:8 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/84-8.htm">Psalm 84:8 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/84-8.htm">Psalm 84:8 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/84-8.htm">Psalm 84:8 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/84-8.htm">Psalm 84:8 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/84-8.htm">Psalm 84:8 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/84-8.htm">Psalm 84:8 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/84-8.htm">Psalm 84:8 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/84-8.htm">Psalm 84:8 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/84-8.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 84:8 Yahweh God of Armies hear my prayer (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/84-7.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 84:7"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 84:7" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/84-9.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 84:9"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 84:9" /></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>