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so shall I be saved from my enemies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/18.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />I will call upon the LORD, <i>who is worthy</i> to be praised: so shall I be saved from mine enemies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/18.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />I will call upon the LORD, <i>who is worthy</i> to be praised; So shall I be saved from my enemies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/18.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />I call upon the LORD, who is worthy to be praised, And I am saved from my enemies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/18.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />I call upon the LORD, who is worthy to be praised, And I am saved from my enemies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/18.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />I call upon the LORD, who is worthy to be praised, And I am saved from my enemies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/18.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />I call upon Yahweh, who is worthy to be praised, And I am saved from my enemies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/18.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />I call upon the LORD, who is worthy to be praised; And I am saved from my enemies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/18.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />I called to the LORD, who is worthy of praise, and I was saved from my enemies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/18.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />I called to the LORD, who is worthy of praise, and I was saved from my enemies. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/18.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />I will call upon Jehovah, who is worthy to be praised: So shall I be saved from mine enemies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/18.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />I praise you, LORD! I prayed, and you rescued me from my enemies. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/18.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />I will call upon the LORD, who is worthy to be praised: so shall I be saved from mine enemies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/18.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />The LORD should be praised. I called on him, and I was saved from my enemies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/18.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />I call to the LORD, and he saves me from my enemies. Praise the LORD! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/18.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />I cried out to the LORD, who is worthy to be praised, and I was delivered from my enemies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/18.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />I will call upon the LORD, who is worthy to be praised; so shall I be saved from my enemies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/18.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />I called to the LORD, who is worthy of praise, and I was delivered from my enemies. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/18.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />I call on the LORD, who is worthy to be praised, and I am saved from my enemies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/18.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />I will call upon the LORD, who is worthy to be praised: so shall I be saved from my enemies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/18.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />I call on Yahweh, who is worthy to be praised; and I am saved from my enemies. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/18.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />I call on YHWH, the Praised One, "" And I am saved from my enemies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/18.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> The 'Praised One' I call Jehovah, And from my enemies I am saved.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/18.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Praising, I will call upon Jehovah, and I shall be saved from mine enemies.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/18.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Praising I will call upon the Lord: and I shall be saved from my enemies. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/18.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 17:4>Praising, I will call upon the Lord. And I will be saved from my enemies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/18.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Praised be the LORD, I exclaim! I have been delivered from my enemies. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/18.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />I call upon the LORD, who is worthy to be praised, so I shall be saved from my enemies.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/18.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />I will call upon the LORD; so shall I be saved from mine enemies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/18.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />I shall cry to LORD JEHOVAH and I shall be saved from my enemies.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/18.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Praised, I cry, is the LORD, And I am saved from mine enemies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/18.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />I will call upon the Lord with praises, and I shall be saved from mine enemies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/18-3.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=1512" 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/18.htm">The LORD is My Rock</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">2</span>The LORD is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer. My God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. <span class="reftext">3</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/7121.htm" title="7121: ’eq·rā (V-Qal-Imperf-1cs) -- To call, proclaim, read. A primitive root; to call out to.">I will call upon</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/1984.htm" title="1984: mə·hul·lāl (V-Pual-Prtcpl-ms) -- To shine.">who is worthy to be praised;</a> <a href="/hebrew/3467.htm" title="3467: ’iw·wā·šê·a‘ (V-Nifal-Imperf-1cs) -- To deliver. A primitive root; properly, to be open, wide or free, i.e. to be safe; causatively, to free or succor.">so shall I be saved</a> <a href="/hebrew/4480.htm" title="4480: ū·min- (Conj-w:: Prep) -- From. Or minniy; or minney; for men; properly, a part of; hence, from or out of in many senses.">from</a> <a href="/hebrew/341.htm" title="341: ’ō·yə·ḇay (V-Qal-Prtcpl-mpc:: 1cs) -- Hating, an adversary. Or owyeb; active participle of 'ayab; hating; an adversary.">my enemies.</a> </span><span class="reftext">4</span>The cords of death encompassed me; the torrents of chaos overwhelmed me.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/22-4.htm">2 Samuel 22:4</a></span><br />I will call upon the LORD, who is worthy to be praised; so shall I be saved from my enemies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/116-2.htm">Psalm 116:2</a></span><br />Because He has inclined His ear to me, I will call on Him as long as I live.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/145-18.htm">Psalm 145:18</a></span><br />The LORD is near to all who call on Him, to all who call out to Him in truth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/50-15.htm">Psalm 50:15</a></span><br />Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you will honor Me.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/55-16.htm">Psalm 55:16</a></span><br />But I call to God, and the LORD saves me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/91-15.htm">Psalm 91:15</a></span><br />When he calls out to Me, I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble. I will deliver him and honor him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/34-6.htm">Psalm 34:6</a></span><br />This poor man called out, and the LORD heard him; He saved him from all his troubles.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/56-9.htm">Psalm 56:9</a></span><br />Then my enemies will retreat on the day I cry for help. By this I will know that God is on my side.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/118-5.htm">Psalm 118:5</a></span><br />In my distress I called to the LORD, and He answered and set me free.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/138-3.htm">Psalm 138:3</a></span><br />On the day I called, You answered me; You emboldened me and strengthened my soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/10-13.htm">Romans 10:13</a></span><br />for, “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/joel/2-32.htm">Joel 2:32</a></span><br />And everyone who calls on the name of the LORD will be saved; for on Mount Zion and in Jerusalem there will be deliverance, as the LORD has promised, among the remnant called by the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/2-21.htm">Acts 2:21</a></span><br />And everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/4-12.htm">Acts 4:12</a></span><br />Salvation exists in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/1-2.htm">1 Corinthians 1:2</a></span><br />To the church of God in Corinth, to those sanctified in Christ Jesus and called to be holy, together with all those everywhere who call on the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, their Lord and ours:</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">I will call on the LORD, who is worthy to be praised: so shall I be saved from my enemies.</p><p class="hdg">I will</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/5-2.htm">Psalm 5:2,3</a></b></br> Hearken unto the voice of my cry, my King, and my God: for unto thee will I pray… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/28-1.htm">Psalm 28:1,2</a></b></br> <i>A Psalm</i> of David. Unto thee will I cry, O LORD my rock; be not silent to me: lest, <i>if</i> thou be silent to me, I become like them that go down into the pit… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/55-16.htm">Psalm 55:16</a></b></br> As for me, I will call upon God; and the LORD shall save me.</p><p class="hdg">who</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/65-1.htm">Psalm 65:1,2</a></b></br> To the chief Musician, A Psalm <i>and</i> Song of David. Praise waiteth for thee, O God, in Sion: and unto thee shall the vow be performed… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/76-4.htm">Psalm 76:4</a></b></br> Thou <i>art</i> more glorious <i>and</i> excellent than the mountains of prey.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/nehemiah/9-5.htm">Nehemiah 9:5</a></b></br> Then the Levites, Jeshua, and Kadmiel, Bani, Hashabniah, Sherebiah, Hodijah, Shebaniah, <i>and</i> Pethahiah, said, Stand up <i>and</i> bless the LORD your God for ever and ever: and blessed be thy glorious name, which is exalted above all blessing and praise.</p><p class="hdg">so shall</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/50-15.htm">Psalm 50:15</a></b></br> And call upon me in the day of trouble: I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify me.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/91-15.htm">Psalm 91:15</a></b></br> He shall call upon me, and I will answer him: I <i>will be</i> with him in trouble; I will deliver him, and honour him.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/luke/1-71.htm">Luke 1:71</a></b></br> That we should be saved from our enemies, and from the hand of all that hate us;</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/17-6.htm">Cry</a> <a href="/psalms/18-1.htm">Enemies</a> <a href="/psalms/16-7.htm">Praise</a> <a href="/job/36-24.htm">Praised</a> <a href="/psalms/16-1.htm">Safe</a> <a href="/job/26-2.htm">Saved</a> <a href="/job/28-18.htm">Worthy</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/18-6.htm">Cry</a> <a href="/psalms/18-14.htm">Enemies</a> <a href="/psalms/18-46.htm">Praise</a> <a href="/psalms/28-6.htm">Praised</a> <a href="/psalms/18-32.htm">Safe</a> <a href="/psalms/22-5.htm">Saved</a> <a href="/psalms/48-1.htm">Worthy</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 18</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/18-1.htm">David praises God for his manifold and marvelous blessings</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/18.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/18.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>I will call upon the LORD</b><br>This phrase emphasizes the act of prayer and reliance on God. In the historical context of ancient Israel, calling upon the LORD was a common practice for seeking divine intervention and guidance. The Hebrew word for "call" (קָרָא, qara) implies a vocal and earnest plea. This reflects the personal relationship between the psalmist, traditionally David, and God. David often called upon God during times of distress, as seen in <a href="/1_samuel/23-10.htm">1 Samuel 23:10-12</a> when he sought guidance while being pursued by Saul. This act of calling upon God is a demonstration of faith and trust in His power and willingness to respond.<p><b>who is worthy to be praised</b><br>This phrase acknowledges God's inherent worthiness and the appropriate response of praise. The concept of God being "worthy" is rooted in His attributes of holiness, righteousness, and sovereignty. In the cultural context of the ancient Near East, deities were often praised for their power and acts. However, the psalmist uniquely attributes worthiness to the LORD based on His character and deeds. This is echoed in <a href="/revelation/4-11.htm">Revelation 4:11</a>, where God is praised for His creation and sovereignty. The act of praising God is both a recognition of His majesty and an expression of gratitude for His works.<p><b>so shall I be saved from my enemies</b><br>This phrase reflects the assurance of deliverance that comes from trusting in God. In the historical context, David faced numerous enemies, including King Saul and foreign adversaries. The promise of salvation from enemies is a recurring theme in the Psalms and is often linked to God's covenant faithfulness. The term "saved" (יָשַׁע, yasha) implies rescue and deliverance, which is a type of the ultimate salvation found in Jesus Christ. This deliverance is not only physical but also spiritual, as seen in the New Testament where Jesus is portrayed as the Savior who delivers from sin and death (<a href="/matthew/1-21.htm">Matthew 1:21</a>). The assurance of being saved from enemies underscores the protective and redemptive nature of God's relationship with His people.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/d/david.htm">David</a></b><br>The author of <a href="/bsb/psalms/18.htm">Psalm 18</a>, David is expressing his trust and reliance on God. This psalm is a song of deliverance, reflecting on how God has saved him from his enemies.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The central figure in this verse, Yahweh is the covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal presence and faithfulness to His people.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/e/enemies.htm">Enemies</a></b><br>The adversaries from whom David seeks deliverance. These can be understood as literal enemies in David's life or symbolic of spiritual battles believers face.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/p/praise.htm">Praise</a></b><br>The act of worship and adoration directed towards God, acknowledging His worthiness and power.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/s/salvation.htm">Salvation</a></b><br>The deliverance and protection that God provides, both in physical and spiritual contexts.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_calling_on_god.htm">The Power of Calling on God</a></b><br>Calling upon the Lord is an act of faith and dependence. It acknowledges our need for His intervention and His ability to save.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_worthiness_of_god.htm">The Worthiness of God</a></b><br>God is worthy of our praise not only for what He does but for who He is. Our worship should be rooted in His character and faithfulness.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/deliverance_from_enemies.htm">Deliverance from Enemies</a></b><br>While David faced physical enemies, believers today can apply this to spiritual battles. Trusting in God for deliverance is crucial in overcoming sin and temptation.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/praise_as_a_weapon.htm">Praise as a Weapon</a></b><br>Praise is not just an expression of gratitude but a powerful tool in spiritual warfare. It shifts our focus from our problems to God's power.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/living_in_assurance_of_salvation.htm">Living in Assurance of Salvation</a></b><br>Confidence in God's salvation allows us to live boldly, knowing that He is our protector and deliverer.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_18.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 18</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/compare_psalm_131's_humility_to_vengeful_god..htm">How does the humble tone in Psalm 131 compare to other passages that depict a vengeful or warlike God (e.g., Deuteronomy 20)?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_do_scriptures_guide_emotions.htm">What do Bible verses say about abundance?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_the_meaning_of_psalm_23.htm">What is the meaning of Psalm 23?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_do_2_samuel_22_and_psalm_18_differ.htm">(2 Samuel 22 compared with Psalm 18) Why do these passages have slight variations if both are supposed to be inspired or accurate accounts?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/18.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(3) Presents a trifling verbal variation from Samuel.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/18.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 3.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">I will call upon the Lord, who is worthy to be praised</span>. Not so much a simple future, "I will call upon the Lord at some particular time," as a future of continuance, "I call, and will ever call, upon the Lord, worthy to be praised;" and so - <span class="accented">i.e.</span>, so long as I call - shall I be saved from mine enemies (comp. <a href="/psalms/5-10.htm">Psalm 5:10, 12</a>; <a href="/psalms/6-8.htm">Psalm 6:8-10</a>; <a href="/psalms/10-15.htm">Psalm 10:15, 16</a>, etc.). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/18-3.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">I will call upon</span><br /><span class="heb">אֶקְרָ֣א</span> <span class="translit">(’eq·rā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7121.htm">Strong's 7121: </a> </span><span class="str2">To call, proclaim, read</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the LORD,</span><br /><span class="heb">יְהוָ֑ה</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">[who is worthy] to be praised;</span><br /><span class="heb">מְ֭הֻלָּל</span> <span class="translit">(mə·hul·lāl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Pual - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1984.htm">Strong's 1984: </a> </span><span class="str2">To shine</span><br /><br /><span class="word">so shall I be saved</span><br /><span class="heb">אִוָּשֵֽׁעַ׃</span> <span class="translit">(’iw·wā·šê·a‘)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3467.htm">Strong's 3467: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be open, wide, free, to be safe, to free, succor</span><br /><br /><span class="word">from</span><br /><span class="heb">וּמִן־</span> <span class="translit">(ū·min-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4480.htm">Strong's 4480: </a> </span><span class="str2">A part of, from, out of</span><br /><br /><span class="word">my enemies.</span><br /><span class="heb">אֹ֝יְבַ֗י</span> <span class="translit">(’ō·yə·ḇay)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_341.htm">Strong's 341: </a> </span><span class="str2">Hating, an adversary</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/18-3.htm">Psalm 18:3 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/18-3.htm">Psalm 18:3 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/18-3.htm">Psalm 18:3 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/18-3.htm">Psalm 18:3 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/18-3.htm">Psalm 18:3 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/18-3.htm">Psalm 18:3 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/18-3.htm">Psalm 18:3 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/18-3.htm">Psalm 18:3 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/18-3.htm">Psalm 18:3 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/18-3.htm">Psalm 18:3 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/18-3.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 18:3 I call on Yahweh who is worthy (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/18-2.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 18:2"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 18:2" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/18-4.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 18:4"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 18:4" /></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>