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href="/bsb/psalms/55.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/psalms/55.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />I would hurry to my place of shelter, far from the tempest and storm.&#8221<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/55.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />How quickly I would escape— far from this wild storm of hatred.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/55.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />I would hurry to find a shelter from the raging wind and tempest.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/55.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />I would hurry to my shelter, far from this raging tempest.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/55.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />I would hasten my escape from the windy storm <i>and</i> tempest.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/55.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />I would hasten my escape From the windy storm <i>and</i> tempest.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/55.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />“I would hurry to my place of refuge From the stormy wind <i>and</i> heavy gale.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/55.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220I would hasten to my place of refuge From the stormy wind and tempest.&#8221<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/55.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“I would hasten to my place of refuge From the stormy wind <i>and</i> tempest.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/55.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />I would hasten to my place of refuge From the stormy wind <i>and</i> tempest.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/55.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />“I would hurry to my refuge [my tranquil shelter far away] From the stormy wind <i>and</i> from the tempest.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/55.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />I would hurry to my shelter from the raging wind and the storm.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/55.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />I would hurry to my shelter from the raging wind and the storm.&#8221 <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/55.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />I would haste me to a shelter From the stormy wind and tempest.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/55.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />I would quickly find shelter from howling winds and raging storms. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/55.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />I would haste me to a shelter from the stormy wind and tempest.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/55.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />I would hurry to find shelter from the raging wind and storm."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/55.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />I would hurry and find myself a shelter from the raging wind and the storm. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/55.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />I want to deliver myself quickly from this windstorm and tempest."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/55.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />I would hurry to my shelter, far from this raging tempest.?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/55.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />I will hurry off to a place that is safe from the strong wind and the gale." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/55.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />"I would hurry to a shelter from the stormy wind and storm."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/55.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />I would hasten my escape from the windy storm and tempest.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/55.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />“I would hurry to a shelter from the stormy wind and storm.” <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/55.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />I hurry escape for myself, "" From a rushing wind, from a whirlwind.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/55.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> I hasten escape for myself, From a rushing wind, from a whirlwind.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/55.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />I will hasten escape to me from the rushing wind, from the storm.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/55.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />I waited for him that hath saved me from pusillanimity of spirit, and a storm. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/55.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 54:9>I waited for him who saved me from a weak-minded spirit and from a tempest.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/55.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />“I would soon find a shelter from the raging wind and storm.” <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/55.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />I would hurry to find a shelter for myself from the raging wind and tempest.”<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/55.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />I would wait for him that will save me from the windy storm and the tempest.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/55.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And I had waited for him who delivers me from the wind of hurricanes.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/55.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />I would haste me to a shelter From the stormy wind and tempest.'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/55.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />I waited for him that should deliver me from distress of spirit and tempest.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/55-8.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=6461" 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/55.htm">Cast Your Burden upon the LORD</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">7</span>How far away I would flee! In the wilderness I would remain. Selah <span class="reftext">8</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/2363.htm" title="2363: ’ā·ḥî·šāh (V-Hifil-Imperf.Cohort-1cs) -- A primitive root; to hurry; figuratively, to be eager with excitement or enjoyment.">I would hurry</a> <a href="/hebrew/4655.htm" title="4655: mip̄·lāṭ (N-ms) -- An escape or (place of) escape. From palat; an escape.">to my shelter,</a> <a href="/hebrew/lî (Prep:: 1cs) -- ">far from</a> <a href="/hebrew/7307.htm" title="7307: mê·rū·aḥ (Prep-m:: N-cs) -- Breath, wind, spirit. From ruwach; wind; by resemblance breath.">this raging</a> <a href="/hebrew/5584.htm" title="5584: sō·‘āh (V-Qal-Prtcpl-fs) -- To rush (of storm wind). A primitive root; to rush."></a> <a href="/hebrew/5591.htm" title="5591: mis·sā·‘ar (Prep-m:: N-ms) -- A hurricane. Or ctarah; from ca'ar; a hurricane.">tempest.”</a> </span><span class="reftext">9</span>O Lord, confuse and confound their speech, for I see violence and strife in the city.…<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="/matthew/11-28.htm">Matthew 11:28-30</a></span><br />Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. / Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. / For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/40-31.htm">Isaiah 40:31</a></span><br />But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint.<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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/4-6.htm">Philippians 4:6-7</a></span><br />Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. / And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/27-5.htm">Psalm 27:5</a></span><br />For in the day of trouble He will hide me in His shelter; He will conceal me under the cover of His tent; He will set me high upon a rock.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/91-1.htm">Psalm 91:1-2</a></span><br />He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. / 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="/2_corinthians/1-3.htm">2 Corinthians 1:3-4</a></span><br />Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, / who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/14-27.htm">John 14:27</a></span><br />Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid.<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/46-1.htm">Psalm 46:1-3</a></span><br />For the choirmaster. Of the sons of Korah. According to Alamoth. A song. God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble. / Therefore we will not fear, though the earth is transformed and the mountains are toppled into the depths of the seas, / though their waters roar and foam and the mountains quake in the surge. Selah<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/4-9.htm">Hebrews 4:9-11</a></span><br />There remains, then, a Sabbath rest for the people of God. / For whoever enters God’s rest also rests from his own work, just as God did from His. / Let us, therefore, make every effort to enter that rest, so that no one will fall by following the same pattern of disobedience.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/29-11.htm">Jeremiah 29:11</a></span><br />For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, to give you a future and a hope.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/8-28.htm">Romans 8:28</a></span><br />And we know that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/34-17.htm">Psalm 34:17-19</a></span><br />The righteous cry out, and the LORD hears; He delivers them from all their troubles. / The LORD is near to the brokenhearted; He saves the contrite in spirit. / Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the LORD delivers him from them all.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_thessalonians/3-16.htm">2 Thessalonians 3:16</a></span><br />Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">I would hasten my escape from the windy storm and tempest.</p><p class="hdg">the winds storm.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/18-4.htm">Psalm 18:4</a></b></br> The sorrows of death compassed me, and the floods of ungodly men made me afraid.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/17-12.htm">Isaiah 17:12,13</a></b></br> Woe to the multitude of many people, <i>which</i> make a noise like the noise of the seas; and to the rushing of nations, <i>that</i> make a rushing like the rushing of mighty waters! … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/matthew/7-25.htm">Matthew 7:25-27</a></b></br> And the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat upon that house; and it fell not: for it was founded upon a rock… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/55-5.htm">Cover</a> <a href="/psalms/52-5.htm">Driving</a> <a href="/psalms/33-17.htm">Escape</a> <a href="/psalms/55-7.htm">Far</a> <a href="/psalms/44-21.htm">Find</a> <a href="/psalms/40-13.htm">Haste</a> <a href="/psalms/22-19.htm">Hasten</a> <a href="/psalms/40-13.htm">Hurry</a> <a href="/psalms/48-5.htm">Quickly</a> <a href="/psalms/7-6.htm">Raging</a> <a href="/psalms/52-7.htm">Refuge</a> <a href="/psalms/7-2.htm">Rushing</a> <a href="/psalms/31-20.htm">Shelter</a> <a href="/job/40-6.htm">Storm</a> <a href="/psalms/50-3.htm">Stormy</a> <a href="/psalms/11-6.htm">Tempest</a> <a href="/psalms/54-3.htm">Violent</a> <a href="/job/40-6.htm">Whirlwind</a> <a href="/psalms/48-7.htm">Wind</a> <a href="/job/16-3.htm">Windy</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/61-4.htm">Cover</a> <a href="/psalms/66-12.htm">Driving</a> <a href="/psalms/56-7.htm">Escape</a> <a href="/psalms/65-5.htm">Far</a> <a href="/psalms/62-5.htm">Find</a> <a href="/psalms/68-12.htm">Haste</a> <a href="/psalms/68-31.htm">Hasten</a> <a href="/psalms/68-31.htm">Hurry</a> <a href="/psalms/59-4.htm">Quickly</a> <a href="/psalms/65-7.htm">Raging</a> <a href="/psalms/57-1.htm">Refuge</a> <a href="/psalms/78-20.htm">Rushing</a> <a href="/psalms/61-3.htm">Shelter</a> <a href="/psalms/77-18.htm">Storm</a> <a href="/psalms/107-25.htm">Stormy</a> <a href="/psalms/83-15.htm">Tempest</a> <a href="/psalms/55-9.htm">Violent</a> <a href="/psalms/58-9.htm">Whirlwind</a> <a href="/psalms/58-9.htm">Wind</a> <a href="/job/15-2.htm">Windy</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 55</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/55-1.htm">David in his prayer complains of his fearful case</a></span><br><span class="reftext">9. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/55-9.htm">He prays against his enemies, of whose wickedness and treachery he complains</a></span><br><span class="reftext">16. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/55-16.htm">He comforts himself in God's preservation oh him, and confusion 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/55.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/55.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>I would hurry to my shelter</b><br>This phrase reflects a deep desire for immediate escape and protection. In the biblical context, seeking shelter often symbolizes seeking refuge in God. The psalmist, traditionally understood to be David, frequently sought God's protection during times of distress, as seen in other Psalms (e.g., <a href="/psalms/18-2.htm">Psalm 18:2</a>). The urgency in "hurry" underscores the intensity of the psalmist's fear and need for divine intervention. Historically, David faced numerous threats, including from King Saul and his own son Absalom, which would have made the idea of a physical and spiritual refuge particularly poignant.<p><b>far from this raging tempest.</b><br>The "raging tempest" metaphorically represents the chaos and danger surrounding the psalmist. In ancient Near Eastern culture, storms were often seen as manifestations of divine anger or judgment, but also as symbols of life's trials and tribulations. The desire to be "far from" such turmoil indicates a longing for peace and safety, which is a recurring theme in the Psalms. This imagery can also be connected to Jesus calming the storm in the New Testament (<a href="/mark/4-39.htm">Mark 4:39</a>), where He demonstrates His authority over chaos, offering a type of Christ as the ultimate refuge and peace-bringer.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/d/david.htm">David</a></b><br>Traditionally attributed as the author of <a href="/bsb/psalms/55.htm">Psalm 55</a>, David is expressing his deep desire to escape from his troubles and find refuge.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/j/jerusalem.htm">Jerusalem</a></b><br>The city where David often faced political and personal turmoil, possibly the setting for his plea for escape.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/e/enemies.htm">Enemies</a></b><br>Though not named in this specific verse, the context of the psalm suggests David is surrounded by adversaries, possibly including his own son Absalom or close friends who betrayed him.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/s/shelter.htm">Shelter</a></b><br>Symbolic of a place of safety and peace, representing God's protection.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/r/raging_tempest.htm">Raging Tempest</a></b><br>A metaphor for the chaos and danger David is experiencing, possibly reflecting both external threats and internal turmoil.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/s/seeking_refuge_in_god.htm">Seeking Refuge in God</a></b><br>Just as David longed for a shelter from his troubles, believers are encouraged to seek refuge in God during times of distress. This involves turning to prayer, scripture, and the community of faith for support.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/u/understanding_spiritual_storms.htm">Understanding Spiritual Storms</a></b><br>Recognize that spiritual and emotional storms are part of the Christian journey. Identifying these "tempests" in our lives helps us to rely more fully on God's protection and guidance.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_metaphor.htm">The Power of Metaphor</a></b><br>The imagery of a "raging tempest" can help us articulate our struggles and fears. Using biblical metaphors in prayer can deepen our communication with God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_speed_in_seeking_god.htm">The Importance of Speed in Seeking God</a></b><br>David's desire to "hurry" to his shelter suggests urgency in seeking God's presence. In times of trouble, we should not delay in turning to God for help.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/community_as_shelter.htm">Community as Shelter</a></b><br>While God is our ultimate refuge, He often provides shelter through the community of believers. Engaging with others in the faith can provide practical support and encouragement.<a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/55.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 8.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">I would hasten my escape from the windy storm and tempest</span>. As doves fly from storm and tempest to their nests in the rocks, so the psalmist would fain haste away from the passions and perils of the city to some safe refuge in the wilds. What he here anticipates, he afterwards accomplished, when he fled from Absalom over Jordan (<a href="/2_samuel/15-14.htm">2 Samuel 15:14</a>). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/55-8.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">I would hurry</span><br /><span class="heb">אָחִ֣ישָׁה</span> <span class="translit">(’ā·ḥî·šāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperfect Cohortative - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2363.htm">Strong's 2363: </a> </span><span class="str2">To hurry, to be eager with excitement, enjoyment</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to my shelter</span><br /><span class="heb">מִפְלָ֣ט</span> <span class="translit">(mip̄·lāṭ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4655.htm">Strong's 4655: </a> </span><span class="str2">An escape or (place of) escape</span><br /><br /><span class="word">far from</span><br /><span class="heb">לִ֑י</span> <span class="translit">(lî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/.htm">Strong's Hebrew</a> </span><span class="str2"></span><br /><br /><span class="word">this raging</span><br /><span class="heb">מֵר֖וּחַ</span> <span class="translit">(mê·rū·aḥ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-m | Noun - common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7307.htm">Strong's 7307: </a> </span><span class="str2">Wind, breath, exhalation, life, anger, unsubstantiality, a region of the sky, spirit</span><br /><br /><span class="word">tempest.”</span><br /><span class="heb">מִסָּֽעַר׃</span> <span class="translit">(mis·sā·‘ar)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5591.htm">Strong's 5591: </a> </span><span class="str2">A hurricane</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/55-8.htm">Psalm 55:8 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/55-8.htm">Psalm 55:8 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/55-8.htm">Psalm 55:8 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/55-8.htm">Psalm 55:8 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/55-8.htm">Psalm 55:8 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/55-8.htm">Psalm 55:8 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/55-8.htm">Psalm 55:8 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/55-8.htm">Psalm 55:8 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/55-8.htm">Psalm 55:8 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/55-8.htm">Psalm 55:8 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/55-8.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 55:8 I would hurry to a shelter (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/55-7.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 55:7"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 55:7" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/55-9.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 55:9"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 55:9" /></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>