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surely my arm will strengthen him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/89.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />I will steady him with my hand; with my powerful arm I will make him strong.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/89.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />so that my hand shall be established with him; my arm also shall strengthen him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/89.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />My hand will sustain him; surely My arm will strengthen him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/89.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />With whom my hand shall be established: mine arm also shall strengthen him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/89.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />With whom My hand shall be established; Also My arm shall strengthen him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/89.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />With whom My hand will be established; My arm also will strengthen him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/89.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />With whom My hand will be established; My arm also will strengthen him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/89.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />With whom My hand will be established; My arm also will strengthen him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/89.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />With whom My hand will be established; My arm also will strengthen him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/89.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />With whom My hand shall be established <i>and</i> steadfast; My arm also shall strengthen him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/89.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />My hand will always be with him, and my arm will strengthen him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/89.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />My hand will always be with him, and My arm will strengthen him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/89.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />With whom my hand shall be established; Mine arm also shall strengthen him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/89.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />and I will always be there to help and strengthen him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/89.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />With whom my hand shall be established; mine arm also shall strengthen him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/89.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />My hand is ready to help him. My arm will also give him strength.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/89.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />My strength will always be with him, my power will make him strong. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/89.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />with whom my power will be firmly established; for my arm will strengthen him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/89.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />My hand will sustain him; surely My arm will strengthen him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/89.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />My hand will support him, and my arm will strengthen him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/89.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />with whom my hand shall be established. My arm will also strengthen him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/89.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />With whom my hand shall be established: my arm also shall strengthen him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/89.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />with whom my hand shall be established. My arm will also strengthen him. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/89.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />With whom My hand is established, "" My arm also strengthens him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/89.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> With whom My hand is established, My arm also doth strengthen him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/89.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Which my hand shall be prepared with him: also shall mine arm strengthen him.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/89.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />For my hand shall help him: and my arm shall strengthen him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/89.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 88:22>For my hand will assist him, and my arm will fortify him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/89.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />My hand will be with him; my arm will make him strong. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/89.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />my hand shall always remain with him; my arm also shall strengthen him.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/89.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />My hand has helped him; mine arm also has strengthened him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/89.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />My hand has helped him, also my arm gave him power.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/89.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />With whom My hand shall be established; Mine arm also shall strengthen him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/89.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />For my hand shall support him; and mine arm shall strengthen him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/89-21.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=11189" 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/89.htm">I Will Sing of His Love Forever</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">20</span>I have found My servant David; with My sacred oil I have anointed him. <span class="reftext">21</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/834.htm" title="834: ’ă·šer (Pro-r) -- Who, which, that. A primitive relative pronoun; who, which, what, that; also when, where, how, because, in order that, etc."></a> <a href="/hebrew/3027.htm" title="3027: yā·ḏî (N-fsc:: 1cs) -- Hand (indicating power, means, direction, etc.)">My hand</a> <a href="/hebrew/3559.htm" title="3559: tik·kō·wn (V-Nifal-Imperf-3fs) -- A primitive root; properly, to be erect; hence to set up, in a great variety of applications, whether literal, or figurative.">will sustain him;</a> <a href="/hebrew/5973.htm" title="5973: ‘im·mōw (Prep:: 3ms) -- From amam; adverb or preposition, with, in varied applications; specifically, equally with; often with prepositional prefix."></a> <a href="/hebrew/637.htm" title="637: ’ap̄- (Conj) -- Also, yea. A primitive particle; meaning accession; also or yea; adversatively though.">surely</a> <a href="/hebrew/2220.htm" title="2220: zə·rō·w·‘î (N-fsc:: 1cs) -- Arm, shoulder, strength. Or zroao; and zrowpah; or zrowah; from zara'; the arm, or the foreleg; figuratively, force.">My arm</a> <a href="/hebrew/553.htm" title="553: ṯə·’am·mə·ṣen·nū (V-Piel-Imperf-3fs:: 3mse) -- To be stout, strong, bold, alert. A primitive root; to be alert, physically or mentally.">will strengthen him.</a> </span><span class="reftext">22</span>No enemy will exact tribute; no wicked man will oppress him.…<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="/1_samuel/16-13.htm">1 Samuel 16:13</a></span><br />So Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him in the presence of his brothers, and the Spirit of the LORD rushed upon David from that day forward. Then Samuel set out and went to Ramah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/7-8.htm">2 Samuel 7:8-9</a></span><br />Now then, you are to tell My servant David that this is what the LORD of Hosts says: I took you from the pasture, from following the flock, to be the ruler over My people Israel. / I have been with you wherever you have gone, and I have cut off all your enemies from before you. Now I will make for you a name like that of the greatest in the land.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/61-1.htm">Isaiah 61:1</a></span><br />The Spirit of the Lord GOD is on Me, because the LORD has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and freedom to the prisoners,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/13-22.htm">Acts 13:22</a></span><br />After removing Saul, He raised up David as their king and testified about him: ‘I have found David son of Jesse a man after My own heart; he will carry out My will in its entirety.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/17-7.htm">1 Chronicles 17:7-8</a></span><br />Now then, you are to tell My servant David that this is what the LORD of Hosts says: I took you from the pasture, from following the flock, to be the ruler over My people Israel. / I have been with you wherever you have gone, and I have cut off all your enemies from before you. Now I will make for you a name like that of the greatest in the land.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/1-21.htm">2 Corinthians 1:21-22</a></span><br />Now it is God who establishes both us and you in Christ. He anointed us, / placed His seal on us, and put His Spirit in our hearts as a pledge of what is to come.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/18-12.htm">1 Samuel 18:12</a></span><br />So Saul was afraid of David, because the LORD was with David but had departed from Saul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/1-39.htm">1 Kings 1:39</a></span><br />Zadok the priest took the horn of oil from the tabernacle and anointed Solomon. Then they blew the ram’s horn, and all the people proclaimed, “Long live King Solomon!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/4-18.htm">Luke 4:18</a></span><br />“The Spirit of the Lord is on Me, because He has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to release the oppressed,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/16-18.htm">1 Samuel 16:18</a></span><br />One of the servants answered, “I have seen a son of Jesse of Bethlehem who knows how to play the harp. He is a mighty man of valor, a warrior, eloquent and handsome, and the LORD is with him.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/2-20.htm">1 John 2:20</a></span><br />You, however, have an anointing from the Holy One, and all of you know the truth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/10-1.htm">1 Samuel 10:1</a></span><br />Then Samuel took a flask of oil, poured it on Saul’s head, kissed him, and said, “Has not the LORD anointed you ruler over His inheritance?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/10-38.htm">Acts 10:38</a></span><br />how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with power, and how Jesus went around doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, because God was with Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/17-37.htm">1 Samuel 17:37</a></span><br />David added, “The LORD, who delivered me from the claws of the lion and the bear, will deliver me from the hand of this Philistine.” “Go,” said Saul, “and may the LORD be with you.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/5-2.htm">2 Samuel 5:2</a></span><br />Even in times past, while Saul was king over us, you were the one who led Israel out and brought them back. And to you the LORD said, ‘You will shepherd My people Israel, and you will be ruler over them.’”</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">With whom my hand shall be established: my arm also shall strengthen him.</p><p class="hdg">with</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/18-32.htm">Psalm 18:32-39</a></b></br> <i>It is</i> God that girdeth me with strength, and maketh my way perfect… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/80-15.htm">Psalm 80:15-17</a></b></br> And the vineyard which thy right hand hath planted, and the branch <i>that</i> thou madest strong for thyself… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_samuel/7-8.htm">2 Samuel 7:8-16</a></b></br> Now therefore so shalt thou say unto my servant David, Thus saith the LORD of hosts, I took thee from the sheepcote, from following the sheep, to be ruler over my people, over Israel: … </p><p class="hdg">mine</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/89-13.htm">Psalm 89:13</a></b></br> Thou hast a mighty arm: strong is thy hand, <i>and</i> high is thy right hand.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/41-10.htm">Isaiah 41:10</a></b></br> Fear thou not; for I <i>am</i> with thee: be not dismayed; for I <i>am</i> thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/ezekiel/30-24.htm">Ezekiel 30:24,25</a></b></br> And I will strengthen the arms of the king of Babylon, and put my sword in his hand: but I will break Pharaoh's arms, and he shall groan before him with the groanings of a deadly wounded <i>man</i>… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/69-35.htm">Abide</a> <a href="/psalms/89-13.htm">Arm</a> <a href="/psalms/89-2.htm">Established</a> <a href="/psalms/89-13.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/psalms/89-19.htm">Strength</a> <a href="/psalms/68-28.htm">Strengthen</a> <a href="/psalms/83-8.htm">Support</a> <a href="/psalms/85-9.htm">Surely</a> <a href="/psalms/55-22.htm">Sustain</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/91-1.htm">Abide</a> <a href="/psalms/98-1.htm">Arm</a> <a href="/psalms/89-37.htm">Established</a> <a href="/psalms/89-25.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/psalms/90-10.htm">Strength</a> <a href="/psalms/104-15.htm">Strengthen</a> <a href="/psalms/89-43.htm">Support</a> <a href="/psalms/89-35.htm">Surely</a> <a href="/psalms/112-5.htm">Sustain</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 89</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/89-1.htm">The psalmist praises God for his covenant</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/89-5.htm">For his wonderful power</a></span><br><span class="reftext">15. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/89-15.htm">For the care of his church</a></span><br><span class="reftext">19. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/89-19.htm">For his favor to the kingdom of David</a></span><br><span class="reftext">38. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/89-38.htm">Then complaining of contrary events</a></span><br><span class="reftext">46. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/89-46.htm">He expostulates, prays, and blesses God.</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/89.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/89.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>My hand will sustain him;</b><br>This phrase indicates divine support and guidance. In biblical context, the "hand" of God often symbolizes His power and presence. The imagery of God's hand sustaining someone is seen throughout Scripture, such as in <a href="/isaiah/41-10.htm">Isaiah 41:10</a>, where God promises to uphold His people with His righteous right hand. This assurance of support is a recurring theme in the Psalms, reflecting God's faithfulness to His covenant people. Historically, this would resonate with the Israelites, who understood their survival and success as directly linked to God's intervention and support. Theologically, this can be seen as a type of Christ, who is sustained by the Father throughout His earthly ministry, especially during His trials and crucifixion.<p><b>surely My arm will strengthen him.</b><br>The "arm" of God is a metaphor for His mighty power and ability to deliver and protect. In the ancient Near Eastern context, the arm was a symbol of strength and authority. This phrase emphasizes God's active role in empowering and fortifying His chosen servant. In the broader biblical narrative, God's arm is often associated with acts of deliverance, such as the Exodus (<a href="/exodus/6-6.htm">Exodus 6:6</a>). This can also be seen as prophetic, pointing to Jesus Christ, who is empowered by God to fulfill His mission of salvation. The strengthening of God's servant is a theme that underscores the divine enablement necessary for accomplishing God's purposes, as seen in the life of David, the likely subject of this Psalm, and ultimately in the life of Christ.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/e/ethan_the_ezrahite.htm">Ethan the Ezrahite</a></b><br>The author of <a href="/bsb/psalms/89.htm">Psalm 89</a>, who is believed to be a wise man during the time of Solomon. He is credited with writing this psalm, which is a contemplation on God's promises to David.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/d/david.htm">David</a></b><br>The primary subject of God's promise in <a href="/bsb/psalms/89.htm">Psalm 89</a>. He is the anointed king whose lineage is central to the covenant promises of God.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>The speaker in this verse, who promises to sustain and strengthen His chosen servant, David.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/i/israel.htm">Israel</a></b><br>The nation over which David was anointed king, representing God's chosen people.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_davidic_covenant.htm">The Davidic Covenant</a></b><br>The divine promise made to David, ensuring that his lineage would endure forever, ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_faithfulness.htm">God's Faithfulness</a></b><br>God's promises are sure and steadfast. Just as He promised to sustain and strengthen David, He is faithful to His promises to us.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/divine_strength.htm">Divine Strength</a></b><br>We can rely on God's strength in our weaknesses. His arm is mighty to support us in our daily challenges.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/a/anointing_and_purpose.htm">Anointing and Purpose</a></b><br>Like David, each believer has a unique calling and purpose. We are anointed by God to fulfill His plans, and He equips us for the task.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/covenant_relationship.htm">Covenant Relationship</a></b><br>Our relationship with God is based on His covenant promises. We are invited to trust in His enduring commitment to us.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/christ_as_fulfillment.htm">Christ as Fulfillment</a></b><br>Jesus, the descendant of David, is the ultimate fulfillment of God's promises. In Him, we find the perfect example of divine sustenance and strength.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_89.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 89</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_is_david_innocent_in_psalm_17_3.htm">How can David claim innocence in Psalm 17:3 if the Bible elsewhere teaches that all humans are sinful (Romans 3:23)?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_is_god's_punishment_an_ailment_in_psalm_38_7.htm">Why does Psalm 38:7 portray God's punishment as an ailment when other Scriptures emphasize mercy and healing?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_reconcile_god's_rule_with_oppression.htm">How can we reconcile God's ultimate kingship with the continuing oppression seen throughout history? (Psalm 10:16-18)</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_can_i_strengthen_my_faith.htm">How can I strengthen my faith?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/89.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 21.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">With whom my hand shall be established;</span> <span class="accented">i.e.</span> "to whom I will give continual support" (see <a href="/1_samuel/18-12.htm">1 Samuel 18:12, 14</a>; <a href="/2_samuel/5.htm">2 Samuel 5</a>.]0; 7:9). <span class="cmt_word">Mine arm also shall strengthen him</span> (comp. ver. 13). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/89-21.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">My hand</span><br /><span class="heb">יָ֭דִי</span> <span class="translit">(yā·ḏî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3027.htm">Strong's 3027: </a> </span><span class="str2">A hand</span><br /><br /><span class="word">will sustain him;</span><br /><span class="heb">תִּכּ֣וֹן</span> <span class="translit">(tik·kō·wn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3559.htm">Strong's 3559: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be erect</span><br /><br /><span class="word">surely</span><br /><span class="heb">אַף־</span> <span class="translit">(’ap̄-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_637.htm">Strong's 637: </a> </span><span class="str2">Meaning accession, yea, adversatively though</span><br /><br /><span class="word">My arm</span><br /><span class="heb">זְרוֹעִ֥י</span> <span class="translit">(zə·rō·w·‘î)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2220.htm">Strong's 2220: </a> </span><span class="str2">The arm, the foreleg, force</span><br /><br /><span class="word">will strengthen him.</span><br /><span class="heb">תְאַמְּצֶֽנּוּ׃</span> <span class="translit">(ṯə·’am·mə·ṣen·nū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person feminine singular | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_553.htm">Strong's 553: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be stout, strong, bold, alert</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/89-21.htm">Psalm 89:21 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/89-21.htm">Psalm 89:21 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/89-21.htm">Psalm 89:21 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/89-21.htm">Psalm 89:21 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/89-21.htm">Psalm 89:21 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/89-21.htm">Psalm 89:21 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/89-21.htm">Psalm 89:21 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/89-21.htm">Psalm 89:21 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/89-21.htm">Psalm 89:21 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/89-21.htm">Psalm 89:21 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/89-21.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 89:21 With whom my hand shall be established (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/89-20.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 89:20"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 89:20" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/89-22.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 89:22"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 89:22" /></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>