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the one who watches over you will not slumber.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/121.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />He will not let your foot be moved; he who keeps you will not slumber.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/121.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />He will not allow your foot to slip; your Protector will not slumber.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/121.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />He will not suffer thy foot to be moved: he that keepeth thee will not slumber.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/121.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />He will not allow your foot to be moved; He who keeps you will not slumber.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/121.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />He will not allow your foot to slip; He who watches over you will not slumber.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/121.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />He will not allow your foot to slip; He who keeps you will not slumber.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/121.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />He will not allow your foot to slip; He who keeps you will not slumber.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/121.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />He will not allow your foot to stumble; He who keeps you will not slumber.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/121.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />He will not allow your foot to slip; He who keeps you will not slumber.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/121.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />He will not allow your foot to slip; your Protector will not slumber.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/121.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />He will not allow your foot to slip; your Protector will not slumber. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/121.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />He will not suffer thy foot to be moved: He that keepeth thee will not slumber.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/121.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />The LORD is your protector, and he won't go to sleep or let you stumble. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/121.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />He will not suffer thy foot to be moved: he that keepeth thee will not slumber.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/121.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />He will not let you fall. Your guardian will not fall asleep.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/121.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />He will not let you fall; your protector is always awake. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/121.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />He will never let your foot slip, nor will your guardian become drowsy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/121.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />He will not allow your foot to slip; your Protector will not slumber.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/121.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />May he not allow your foot to slip! May your protector not sleep! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/121.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />He will not allow your foot to be moved. He who keeps you will not slumber.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/121.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />He will not suffer thy foot to be moved: he that keepeth thee will not slumber.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/121.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />He will not allow your foot to be moved. He who keeps you will not slumber. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/121.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />He does not permit your foot to be moved, "" He who is preserving you does not slumber.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/121.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> He suffereth not thy foot to be moved, Thy preserver slumbereth not.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/121.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />He will not give to move thy foot: he watching thee will not slumber.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/121.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />May he not suffer thy foot to be moved: neither let him slumber that keepeth thee. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/121.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 120:3>May he not allow your foot to be moved, and may he not slumber, who guards you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/121.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />He will not allow your foot to slip; or your guardian to sleep. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/121.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />He will not let your foot be moved; he who keeps you will not slumber.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/121.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />He will not allow your foot to be moved; he who keeps you will not slumber.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/121.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />He will not give your foot to shaking neither will he slumber; he will keep you.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/121.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />He will not suffer thy foot to be moved; He that keepeth thee will not slumber.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/121.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Let not thy foot be moved; and let not thy keeper slumber.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/121-3.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=16059" 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/121.htm">I Lift Up My Eyes to the Hills</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">2</span>My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth. <span class="reftext">3</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/408.htm" title="408: ’al- (Adv) -- Not (a subjective neg.). A negative particle; not; once as a noun, nothing.">He will not</a> <a href="/hebrew/5414.htm" title="5414: yit·tên (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms) -- To give, put, set. A primitive root; to give, used with greatest latitude of application.">allow</a> <a href="/hebrew/7272.htm" title="7272: raḡ·le·ḵā (N-fsc:: 2ms) -- Foot. From ragal; a foot; by implication, a step; by euphem. The pudenda.">your foot</a> <a href="/hebrew/4132.htm" title="4132: lam·mō·wṭ (Prep-l, Art:: N-ms) -- A shaking, pole, bar (of a yoke). From mowt; a wavering, i.e. Fall; by implication, a pole; hence, a yoke.">to slip;</a> <a href="/hebrew/8104.htm" title="8104: šō·mə·re·ḵā (V-Qal-Prtcpl-msc:: 2ms) -- To keep, watch, preserve. A primitive root; properly, to hedge about, i.e. Guard; generally, to protect, attend to, etc.">your Protector</a> <a href="/hebrew/408.htm" title="408: ’al- (Adv) -- Not (a subjective neg.). A negative particle; not; once as a noun, nothing.">will not</a> <a href="/hebrew/5123.htm" title="5123: yā·nūm (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms) -- To be drowsy, slumber. A primitive root; to slumber.">slumber.</a> </span><span class="reftext">4</span>Behold, the Protector of Israel will neither slumber nor sleep.…<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="/isaiah/27-3.htm">Isaiah 27:3</a></span><br />I, the LORD, am its keeper; I water it continually. I guard it night and day so no one can disturb it;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/3-23.htm">Proverbs 3:23-26</a></span><br />Then you will go on your way in safety, and your foot will not stumble. / When you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you rest, your sleep will be sweet. / Do not fear sudden danger or the ruin that overtakes the wicked, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/2-9.htm">1 Samuel 2:9</a></span><br />He guards the steps of His faithful ones, but the wicked perish in darkness; for by his own strength shall no man prevail.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/91-11.htm">Psalm 91:11-12</a></span><br />For He will command His angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways. / They will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/41-10.htm">Isaiah 41:10</a></span><br />Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/37-23.htm">Psalm 37:23-24</a></span><br />The steps of a man are ordered by the LORD who takes delight in his journey. / Though he falls, he will not be overwhelmed, for the LORD is holding his hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/66-9.htm">Psalm 66:9</a></span><br />He preserves our lives and keeps our feet from slipping.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/94-18.htm">Psalm 94:18</a></span><br />If I say, “My foot is slipping,” Your loving devotion, O LORD, supports me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/5-24.htm">Job 5:24</a></span><br />You will know that your tent is secure, and find nothing amiss when inspecting your home.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/32-10.htm">Deuteronomy 32:10</a></span><br />He found him in a desert land, in a barren, howling wilderness; He surrounded him, He instructed him, He guarded him as the apple of His eye.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/10-29.htm">Matthew 10:29-31</a></span><br />Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground apart from the will of your Father. / And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. / So do not be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/10-28.htm">John 10:28-29</a></span><br />I give them eternal life, and they will never perish. No one can snatch them out of My hand. / My Father who has given them to Me is greater than all. No one can snatch them out of My Father’s hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/1-5.htm">1 Peter 1:5</a></span><br />who through faith are shielded by God’s power for the salvation that is ready to be revealed in the last time.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_thessalonians/3-3.htm">2 Thessalonians 3:3</a></span><br />But the Lord is faithful, and He will strengthen you and guard you from the evil one.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jude/1-24.htm">Jude 1:24</a></span><br />Now to Him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you unblemished in His glorious presence, with great joy—</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">He will not suffer your foot to be moved: he that keeps you will not slumber.</p><p class="hdg">will not</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/91-12.htm">Psalm 91:12</a></b></br> They shall bear thee up in <i>their</i> hands, lest thou dash thy foot against a stone.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_samuel/2-9.htm">1 Samuel 2:9</a></b></br> He will keep the feet of his saints, and the wicked shall be silent in darkness; for by strength shall no man prevail.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/2-8.htm">Proverbs 2:8</a></b></br> He keepeth the paths of judgment, and preserveth the way of his saints.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/107-38.htm">Allow</a> <a href="/psalms/119-105.htm">Foot</a> <a href="/psalms/116-6.htm">Keepeth</a> <a href="/psalms/119-167.htm">Keeps</a> <a href="/psalms/119-120.htm">Moved</a> <a href="/psalms/116-6.htm">Need</a> <a href="/psalms/116-6.htm">Preserver</a> <a href="/psalms/90-5.htm">Sleep</a> <a href="/psalms/66-9.htm">Slip</a> <a href="/job/33-15.htm">Slumber</a> <a href="/2_peter/2-3.htm">Slumbereth</a> <a href="/psalms/101-5.htm">Suffer</a> <a href="/psalms/107-38.htm">Suffereth</a> <a href="/psalms/119-148.htm">Watches</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/132-4.htm">Allow</a> <a href="/proverbs/1-15.htm">Foot</a> <a href="/psalms/121-4.htm">Keepeth</a> <a href="/psalms/121-4.htm">Keeps</a> <a href="/psalms/125-1.htm">Moved</a> <a href="/psalms/142-6.htm">Need</a> <a href="/psalms/121-5.htm">Preserver</a> <a href="/psalms/121-4.htm">Sleep</a> <a href="/psalms/140-4.htm">Slip</a> <a href="/psalms/121-4.htm">Slumber</a> <a href="/psalms/121-4.htm">Slumbereth</a> <a href="/proverbs/9-12.htm">Suffer</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-3.htm">Suffereth</a> <a href="/psalms/121-4.htm">Watches</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 121</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/121-1.htm">The great safety of the godly, who put their trust in God's protection</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/121.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/121.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>He will not allow your foot to slip;</b><br>This phrase emphasizes God's protective nature, ensuring stability and security for His people. In biblical times, walking on uneven and rocky terrain was common, and slipping could lead to injury or danger. This imagery reassures believers of God's constant vigilance and support. The metaphor of the foot not slipping is also found in <a href="/proverbs/3-23.htm">Proverbs 3:23</a>, which speaks of walking securely when one follows God's wisdom. This assurance is a reminder of God's covenant faithfulness, as seen in His promises to Israel throughout the Old Testament. The idea of God preventing a fall can also be seen as a type of Christ, who is the cornerstone and foundation of faith, ensuring believers do not stumble spiritually.<p><b>your Protector will not slumber.</b><br>This phrase highlights God's perpetual vigilance and care. Unlike human protectors who need rest, God is ever-watchful. In the ancient Near Eastern context, many believed their gods could be inattentive or asleep, as seen in the story of Elijah and the prophets of Baal in <a href="/1_kings/18-27.htm">1 Kings 18:27</a>. In contrast, the God of Israel is always alert and attentive to the needs of His people. This assurance is echoed in <a href="/psalms/121-4.htm">Psalm 121:4</a>, which states that the Keeper of Israel neither slumbers nor sleeps. The concept of God as a protector is a recurring theme throughout Scripture, pointing to His role as a shepherd, as seen in <a href="/psalms/23.htm">Psalm 23</a>, and ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ, who is the Good Shepherd (<a href="/john/10-11.htm">John 10:11</a>), always watching over His flock.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_psalmist.htm">The Psalmist</a></b><br>The author of <a href="/bsb/psalms/121.htm">Psalm 121</a>, traditionally attributed to King David, who expresses trust in God's protection.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_pilgrims.htm">The Pilgrims</a></b><br>This psalm is part of the "Songs of Ascents," sung by pilgrims traveling to Jerusalem, seeking divine protection on their journey.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God (Protector)</a></b><br>Referred to as the one who watches over and protects His people, ensuring their safety and stability.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/j/jerusalem.htm">Jerusalem</a></b><br>The destination for the pilgrims, symbolizing a place of divine presence and worship.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_journey.htm">The Journey</a></b><br>Represents life's spiritual journey, filled with potential dangers and the need for God's guidance and protection.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_constant_vigilance.htm">God's Constant Vigilance</a></b><br>God is always watching over us, never taking a break or becoming inattentive. This assurance should bring peace and confidence in our daily lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/stability_in_life's_journey.htm">Stability in Life's Journey</a></b><br>Just as God prevents our foot from slipping, He provides stability and guidance in our spiritual journey. We can trust Him to keep us from falling into sin or despair.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/trust_in_divine_protection.htm">Trust in Divine Protection</a></b><br>In times of uncertainty or danger, we can rely on God's protection. This trust should lead us to live boldly and without fear.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_spiritual_pilgrimage.htm">The Importance of Spiritual Pilgrimage</a></b><br>Like the pilgrims traveling to Jerusalem, our lives are a journey toward deeper communion with God. We should remain focused on our spiritual goals, trusting in His guidance.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/a/awareness_of_god's_presence.htm">Awareness of God's Presence</a></b><br>Recognizing that God is always with us should influence our decisions and actions, encouraging us to live in a way that honors Him.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_121.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 121</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/psalm_121_3_vs._life's_hardships.htm">Psalm 121:3 – How can we reconcile “He will not let your foot be moved” with the reality of suffering and hardship in life?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_sleep_paralysis_prevention.htm">What is sleep paralysis and how can it be prevented?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_job_7_20_conflict_with_nt's_grace.htm">Does Job 7:20’s portrayal of God as a watcher or observer of human sin conflict with the New Testament depiction of a forgiving, grace-filled God?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_ditheism_or_bitheism_mean.htm">What does the Bible say about surveillance?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/121.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(3) <span class= "bld">He will not.</span>--The LXX. and Vulg. rightly, "may He not suffer," &c. The Hebrew cannot be a simple negative. That it is Israel which is addressed the next verse seems to prove.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/121.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 3.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">He will not suffer thy foot to be moved</span>. The psalmist addresses himself with consolatory assurances. God will not allow any evil to approach him, so as to do him hurt. <span class="cmt_word">He that keepeth thee will not slumber</span>. God does not sleep - his vigilance is unceasing (comp. <a href="/isaiah/27-3.htm">Isaiah 27:3</a>). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/121-3.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">He will not</span><br /><span class="heb">אַל־</span> <span class="translit">(’al-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_408.htm">Strong's 408: </a> </span><span class="str2">Not</span><br /><br /><span class="word">allow</span><br /><span class="heb">יִתֵּ֣ן</span> <span class="translit">(yit·tên)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5414.htm">Strong's 5414: </a> </span><span class="str2">To give, put, set</span><br /><br /><span class="word">your foot</span><br /><span class="heb">רַגְלֶ֑ךָ</span> <span class="translit">(raḡ·le·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7272.htm">Strong's 7272: </a> </span><span class="str2">A foot, a step, the pudenda</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to slip;</span><br /><span class="heb">לַמּ֣וֹט</span> <span class="translit">(lam·mō·wṭ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4132.htm">Strong's 4132: </a> </span><span class="str2">A wavering, fall, a pole, a yoke</span><br /><br /><span class="word">your Protector</span><br /><span class="heb">שֹֽׁמְרֶֽךָ׃</span> <span class="translit">(šō·mə·re·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8104.htm">Strong's 8104: </a> </span><span class="str2">To hedge about, guard, to protect, attend to</span><br /><br /><span class="word">will not</span><br /><span class="heb">אַל־</span> <span class="translit">(’al-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_408.htm">Strong's 408: </a> </span><span class="str2">Not</span><br /><br /><span class="word">slumber.</span><br /><span class="heb">יָ֝נ֗וּם</span> <span class="translit">(yā·nūm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5123.htm">Strong's 5123: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be drowsy, slumber</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/121-3.htm">Psalm 121:3 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/121-3.htm">Psalm 121:3 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/121-3.htm">Psalm 121:3 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/121-3.htm">Psalm 121:3 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/121-3.htm">Psalm 121:3 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/121-3.htm">Psalm 121:3 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/121-3.htm">Psalm 121:3 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/121-3.htm">Psalm 121:3 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/121-3.htm">Psalm 121:3 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/121-3.htm">Psalm 121:3 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/121-3.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 121:3 He will not allow your foot (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/121-2.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 121:2"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 121:2" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/121-4.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 121:4"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 121:4" /></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>