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He is your helper and your shield.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/115.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />You who fear the LORD, trust in the LORD! He is their help and their shield.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/115.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />You who fear the LORD, trust in the LORD! He is their help and shield.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/115.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Ye that fear the LORD, trust in the LORD: he <i>is</i> their help and their shield.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/115.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />You who fear the LORD, trust in the LORD; He <i>is</i> their help and their shield.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/115.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />You who fear the LORD, trust in the LORD; He is their help and their shield.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/115.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />You who fear the LORD, trust in the LORD; He is their help and their shield.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/115.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />You who fear the LORD, trust in the LORD; He is their help and their shield.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/115.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />You who fear Yahweh, trust in Yahweh; He is their help and their shield.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/115.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />You who [reverently] fear the LORD, trust in the LORD; He is their help and their shield.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/115.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />You who fear the LORD, trust in the LORD! He is their help and shield.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/115.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />You who fear the LORD, trust in the LORD! He is their help and shield. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/115.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Ye that fear Jehovah, trust in Jehovah: He is their help and their shield.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/115.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />All of you worship the LORD, so you must trust him to help and protect you. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/115.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Ye that fear the LORD, trust in the LORD: he is their help and their shield.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/115.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />If you fear the LORD, trust the LORD. He is your helper and your shield.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/115.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Trust in the LORD, all you that worship him. He helps you and protects you. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/115.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />You who fear the LORD, trust in the LORD! He is their helper and shield.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/115.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />You who fear the LORD, trust in the LORD! He is their help and shield.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/115.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />You loyal followers of the LORD, trust in the LORD! He is their deliverer and protector. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/115.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />You who fear the LORD, trust in the LORD. He is their help and their shield.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/115.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Ye that fear the LORD, trust in the LORD: he is their help and their shield.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/115.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />You who fear Yahweh, trust in Yahweh! He is their help and their shield. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/115.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />You fearing YHWH, trust in YHWH, “He [is] their help and their shield.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/115.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Ye fearing Jehovah, trust in Jehovah, 'Their help and their shield is He.'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/115.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Ye fearing Jehovah, trust in Jehovah: he their help and their shield.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/115.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />They that fear the Lord hath hoped in the Lord: he is their helper and their protector. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/115.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 113:19>Those who fear the Lord have hoped in the Lord. He is their helper and their protector.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/115.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Those who fear the LORD trust in the LORD, who is their help and shield. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/115.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />You who fear the LORD, trust in the LORD! He is their help and their shield.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/115.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />You who reverence the LORD, trust in the LORD; he is their help and their shield.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/115.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />The worshipers of LORD JEHOVAH trust upon LORD JEHOVAH; he is their helper and their support!<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/115.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Ye that fear the LORD, trust in the LORD! He is their help and their shield.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/115.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />They that fear the Lord trust in the Lord: he is their helper and defender.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/115-11.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=14574" 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/115.htm">To Your Name Be the Glory</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">10</span>O house of Aaron, trust in the LORD! He is their help and shield. <span class="reftext">11</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3373.htm" title="3373: yir·’ê (Adj-mpc) -- Fearing, reverent. From yare'; fearing; morally, reverent.">You who fear</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.">the LORD,</a> <a href="/hebrew/982.htm" title="982: biṭ·ḥū (V-Qal-Imp-mp) -- To trust. A primitive root; properly, to hie for refuge; figuratively, to trust, be confident or sure.">trust</a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (Prep-b:: N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">in the LORD!</a> <a href="/hebrew/1931.htm" title="1931: hū (Pro-3ms) -- He, she, it. ">He</a> <a href="/hebrew/5828.htm" title="5828: ‘ez·rām (N-msc:: 3mp) -- A help, helper. From azar; aid.">is their help</a> <a href="/hebrew/4043.htm" title="4043: ū·mā·ḡin·nām (Conj-w:: N-csc:: 3mp) -- A shield. Also feminine mginnah; from ganan; a shield; figuratively, a protector; also the scaly hide of the crocodile.">and shield.</a> </span><span class="reftext">12</span>The LORD is mindful of us; He will bless us. He will bless the house of Israel; He will bless the house of Aaron;…<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="/proverbs/3-5.htm">Proverbs 3:5</a></span><br />Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/26-3.htm">Isaiah 26:3-4</a></span><br />You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You. / Trust in the LORD forever, because GOD the LORD is the Rock eternal.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/118-8.htm">Psalm 118:8-9</a></span><br />It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in man. / It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in princes.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/56-3.htm">Psalm 56:3-4</a></span><br />When I am afraid, I put my trust in You. / In God, whose word I praise—in God I trust. I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/91-2.htm">Psalm 91:2</a></span><br />I will say to the LORD, “You are my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/17-7.htm">Jeremiah 17:7-8</a></span><br />But blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in Him. / He is like a tree planted by the waters that sends out its roots toward the stream. It does not fear when the heat comes, and its leaves are always green. It does not worry in a year of drought, nor does it cease to produce fruit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/62-8.htm">Psalm 62:8</a></span><br />Trust in Him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts before Him. God is our refuge. Selah<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/34-8.htm">Psalm 34:8</a></span><br />Taste and see that the LORD is good; blessed is the man who takes refuge in Him!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/37-5.htm">Psalm 37:5</a></span><br />Commit your way to the LORD; trust in Him, and He will do it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/12-2.htm">Isaiah 12:2</a></span><br />Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. For the LORD GOD is my strength and my song, and He also has become my salvation.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/22-31.htm">2 Samuel 22:31</a></span><br />As for God, His way is perfect; the word of the LORD is flawless. He is a shield to all who take refuge in Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nahum/1-7.htm">Nahum 1:7</a></span><br />The LORD is good, a stronghold in the day of distress; He cares for those who trust in Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/13-6.htm">Hebrews 13:6</a></span><br />So we say with confidence: “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/15-13.htm">Romans 15:13</a></span><br />Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you believe in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/5-7.htm">1 Peter 5:7</a></span><br />Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">You that fear the LORD, trust in the LORD: he is their help and their shield.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/33-18.htm">Psalm 33:18</a></b></br> Behold, the eye of the LORD <i>is</i> upon them that fear him, upon them that hope in his mercy;</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/118-4.htm">Psalm 118:4</a></b></br> Let them now that fear the LORD say, that his mercy <i>endureth</i> for ever.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/147-11.htm">Psalm 147:11</a></b></br> The LORD taketh pleasure in them that fear him, in those that hope in his mercy.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/115-10.htm">Breastplate</a> <a href="/psalms/115-10.htm">Confide</a> <a href="/psalms/115-10.htm">Faith</a> <a href="/psalms/112-8.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/psalms/112-1.htm">Fearing</a> <a href="/psalms/115-10.htm">Help</a> <a href="/psalms/115-10.htm">Shield</a> <a href="/psalms/115-10.htm">Trust</a> <a href="/psalms/111-5.htm">Worshippers</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/119-114.htm">Breastplate</a> <a href="/psalms/119-42.htm">Confide</a> <a href="/psalms/116-10.htm">Faith</a> <a href="/psalms/115-13.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/psalms/115-13.htm">Fearing</a> <a href="/psalms/118-7.htm">Help</a> <a href="/psalms/119-114.htm">Shield</a> <a href="/psalms/118-8.htm">Trust</a> <a href="/psalms/115-13.htm">Worshippers</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 115</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/115-1.htm">Because God is truly glorious</a></span><br><span class="reftext">4. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/115-4.htm">And idols are vanity</a></span><br><span class="reftext">9. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/115-9.htm">He exhorts to confidence in God</a></span><br><span class="reftext">12. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/115-12.htm">God is to be blessed for his blessing</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/115.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/115.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>You who fear the LORD</b><br>This phrase addresses those who have a reverent awe and respect for God, often referred to as the "fear of the LORD." This concept is foundational in the wisdom literature of the Bible, such as <a href="/proverbs/1-7.htm">Proverbs 1:7</a>, which states that the fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge. It implies a relationship of obedience and worship, recognizing God's holiness and authority. Historically, this fear was a defining characteristic of the Israelites, setting them apart from surrounding nations who worshiped multiple gods. The fear of the LORD is not about terror but about a deep respect and commitment to His commandments.<p><b>trust in the LORD!</b><br>Trusting in the LORD is a call to rely on God's faithfulness and sovereignty. This trust is a central theme throughout the Bible, exemplified by figures like Abraham, who trusted God's promises despite seemingly impossible circumstances (<a href="/genesis/15-6.htm">Genesis 15:6</a>). In the context of <a href="/psalms/115.htm">Psalm 115</a>, this trust contrasts with the futility of idol worship, as the preceding verses describe the lifelessness of idols. Trusting in the LORD involves a confident expectation that He will act according to His character and promises, as seen in passages like <a href="/proverbs/3-5.htm">Proverbs 3:5-6</a>, which encourages believers to trust in the LORD with all their heart.<p><b>He is their help and shield.</b><br>This phrase emphasizes God's role as both a helper and protector. The imagery of God as a shield is prevalent in the Psalms, symbolizing defense and safety (<a href="/psalms/3-3.htm">Psalm 3:3</a>, <a href="/psalms/18-2.htm">Psalm 18:2</a>). In ancient warfare, a shield was a crucial piece of armor, providing protection against enemy attacks. Similarly, God is portrayed as a reliable protector for those who trust in Him. The term "help" suggests active assistance and support, reflecting God's involvement in the lives of His people. This dual role of help and shield assures believers of God's comprehensive care, echoing the covenant relationship where God promises to be with His people and deliver them from harm.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal existence and faithfulness to His promises.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/those_who_fear_the_lord.htm">Those who fear the LORD</a></b><br>Refers to individuals who have a reverent awe and respect for God, acknowledging His power and authority.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/h/help_and_shield.htm">Help and Shield</a></b><br>Metaphors for God's protection and support, indicating His active role in the lives of those who trust Him.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/r/reverence_and_trust.htm">Reverence and Trust</a></b><br>To fear the LORD is to have a deep respect and awe for Him, which naturally leads to trusting Him. Our reverence for God should be the foundation of our faith and trust.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god_as_protector.htm">God as Protector</a></b><br>The imagery of God as a shield emphasizes His role as a protector. In times of trouble, believers can find comfort in knowing that God is actively guarding them.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/a/active_faith.htm">Active Faith</a></b><br>Trusting in the LORD is not passive; it requires an active decision to rely on Him in every circumstance. This trust is demonstrated through prayer, obedience, and reliance on His promises.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/community_of_believers.htm">Community of Believers</a></b><br>The call to trust in the LORD is directed to a community ("you who fear the LORD"), highlighting the importance of encouraging one another in faith and trust.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/a/assurance_of_help.htm">Assurance of Help</a></b><br>God's promise to be our help assures us that we are not alone in our struggles. This assurance should lead to peace and confidence in His provision.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_115.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 115</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_did_jesus_mean_by_overcoming.htm">What does the Bible say about FOMO?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'sun_of_righteousness'_mean.htm">What does 'Sun of Righteousness' mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_true_religion_require_of_us.htm">How does the Bible define and value meekness?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/do_i_discipline_my_body_and_control_it.htm">What does 'The joy of the Lord is your strength' mean?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/115.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 11.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Ye that fear the Lord, trust in the Lord</span>. Professor Cheyne explains this of proselytes, the <span class="greek">σεβόμενοι</span> of the Acts; but surely the order followed is one of climax - first, ordinary Israelites; next, those officially holy, the priests; finally, those actually holy, the truly faithful Israelites. <span class="cmt_word">He is their Help and their Shield</span>. It would have been better in every case to have kept the Hebrew order of the words - "Their Help and their Shield is he." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/115-11.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">You who fear</span><br /><span class="heb">יִרְאֵ֣י</span> <span class="translit">(yir·’ê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3373.htm">Strong's 3373: </a> </span><span class="str2">Fearing, reverent</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the LORD,</span><br /><span class="heb">יְ֭הוָה</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">trust</span><br /><span class="heb">בִּטְח֣וּ</span> <span class="translit">(biṭ·ḥū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_982.htm">Strong's 982: </a> </span><span class="str2">To trust, be confident, sure</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in the LORD!</span><br /><span class="heb">בַיהוָ֑ה</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | 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">He</span><br /><span class="heb">הֽוּא׃</span> <span class="translit">(hū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Pronoun - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1931.htm">Strong's 1931: </a> </span><span class="str2">He, self, the same, this, that, as, are</span><br /><br /><span class="word">is their help</span><br /><span class="heb">עֶזְרָ֖ם</span> <span class="translit">(‘ez·rām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5828.htm">Strong's 5828: </a> </span><span class="str2">A help, helper</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and shield.</span><br /><span class="heb">וּמָגִנָּ֣ם</span> <span class="translit">(ū·mā·ḡin·nām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - common singular construct | third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4043.htm">Strong's 4043: </a> </span><span class="str2">A shield, a protector, the scaly hide of the crocodile</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/115-11.htm">Psalm 115:11 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/115-11.htm">Psalm 115:11 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/115-11.htm">Psalm 115:11 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/115-11.htm">Psalm 115:11 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/115-11.htm">Psalm 115:11 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/115-11.htm">Psalm 115:11 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/115-11.htm">Psalm 115:11 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/115-11.htm">Psalm 115:11 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/115-11.htm">Psalm 115:11 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/115-11.htm">Psalm 115:11 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/115-11.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 115:11 You who fear Yahweh trust in Yahweh! 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