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Interlude<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/50.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />The heavens declare his righteousness, for God himself is judge! Selah<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/50.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />And the heavens proclaim His righteousness, for God Himself is Judge. Selah<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/50.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And the heavens shall declare his righteousness: for God <i>is</i> judge himself. Selah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/50.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Let the heavens declare His righteousness, For God Himself <i>is</i> Judge. Selah</i><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/50.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />And the heavens declare His righteousness, For God Himself is judge. Selah<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/50.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />And the heavens declare His righteousness, For God Himself is judge. Selah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/50.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />And the heavens declare His righteousness, For God Himself is judge. Selah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/50.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />And the heavens declare His righteousness, For God Himself is judge. Selah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/50.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />And the heavens declare His righteousness, For God Himself is judge. Selah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/50.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The heavens proclaim his righteousness, for God is the Judge. Selah<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/50.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The heavens proclaim His righteousness, for God is the Judge. Selah &#8220 <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/50.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And the heavens shall declare his righteousness; For God is judge himself. [Selah<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/50.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />The heavens announce, "God is the judge, and he is always honest." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/50.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And the heavens shall declare his righteousness; for God is judge himself. Selah<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/50.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />The heavens announce his righteousness because God is the judge. [Selah]<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/50.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />The heavens proclaim that God is righteous, that he himself is judge. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/50.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />The heavens revealed his justice, for God is himself the judge. Interlude<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/50.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />And the heavens proclaim His righteousness, for God Himself is Judge. Selah<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/50.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />The heavens declare his fairness, for God is judge. (Selah) <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/50.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The heavens shall declare his righteousness, for God himself is judge. Selah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/50.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And the heavens shall declare his righteousness: for God is judge himself. Selah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/50.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />The heavens shall declare his righteousness, for God himself is judge. Selah. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/50.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And the heavens declare His righteousness, "" For God Himself is judging. Selah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/50.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And the heavens declare His righteousness, For God Himself is judge. Selah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/50.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And the heavens shall announce his justice: for God himself the judge. Silence.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/50.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And the heavens shall declare his justice: for God is judge. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/50.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 49:6>And the heavens will announce his justice. For God is the judge.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/50.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />The heavens proclaim his righteousness, for God himself is the judge. <i>Selah</i> <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/50.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />The heavens declare his righteousness, for God himself is judge. Selah<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/50.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And the heavens shall declare his righteousness; for God himself is judge.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/50.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Heaven will show his righteousness, because God is The Judge.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/50.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And the heavens declare His righteousness; For God, He is judge. Selah <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/50.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And the heavens shall declare his righteousness: for God is judge. Pause.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/50-6.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=5896" 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/50.htm">The Mighty One Calls</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">5</span>“Gather to Me My saints, who made a covenant with Me by sacrifice.” <span class="reftext">6</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/8064.htm" title="8064: šā·ma·yim (N-mp) -- Heaven, sky. Dual of an unused singular shameh; from an unused root meaning to be lofty; the sky.">And the heavens</a> <a href="/hebrew/5046.htm" title="5046: way·yag·gî·ḏū (Conj-w:: V-Hifil-ConsecImperf-3mp) -- To be conspicuous. ">proclaim</a> <a href="/hebrew/6664.htm" title="6664: ṣiḏ·qōw (N-msc:: 3ms) -- Rightness, righteousness. From tsadaq; the right; also equity or prosperity.">His righteousness,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî- (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">for</a> <a href="/hebrew/430.htm" title="430: ’ĕ·lō·hîm (N-mp) -- Plural of 'elowahh; gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used of the supreme God">God</a> <a href="/hebrew/1931.htm" title="1931: hū (Pro-3ms) -- He, she, it. ">Himself</a> <a href="/hebrew/8199.htm" title="8199: šō·p̄êṭ (V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- To judge, govern. ">is Judge.</a> <a href="/hebrew/5542.htm" title="5542: se·lāh (Interjection) -- To lift up, exalt. From calah; suspension, i.e. Pause.">Selah</a> </span><span class="reftext">7</span>“Hear, O My people, and I will speak, O Israel, and I will testify against you: I am God, your God.…<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="/romans/1-20.htm">Romans 1:20</a></span><br />For since the creation of the world God’s invisible qualities, His eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly seen, being understood from His workmanship, so that men are without excuse.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/19-1.htm">Psalm 19:1</a></span><br />For the choirmaster. A Psalm of David. The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/6-3.htm">Isaiah 6:3</a></span><br />And they were calling out to one another: “Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of Hosts; all the earth is full of His glory.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/4-11.htm">Revelation 4:11</a></span><br />“Worthy are You, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for You created all things; by Your will they exist and were created.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/32-4.htm">Deuteronomy 32:4</a></span><br />He is the Rock, His work is perfect; all His ways are just. A God of faithfulness without injustice, righteous and upright is He.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/3-26.htm">Romans 3:26</a></span><br />He did this to demonstrate His righteousness at the present time, so as to be just and to justify the one who has faith in Jesus.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/45-21.htm">Isaiah 45:21</a></span><br />Speak up and present your case—yes, let them take counsel together. Who foretold this long ago? Who announced it from ancient times? Was it not I, the LORD? There is no other God but Me, a righteous God and Savior; there is none but Me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/15-3.htm">Revelation 15:3-4</a></span><br />and they sang the song of God’s servant Moses and of the Lamb: “Great and wonderful are Your works, O Lord God Almighty! Just and true are Your ways, O King of the nations! / Who will not fear You, O Lord, and glorify Your name? For You alone are holy. All nations will come and worship before You, for Your righteous acts have been revealed.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/97-6.htm">Psalm 97:6</a></span><br />The heavens proclaim His righteousness; all the peoples see His glory.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/17-31.htm">Acts 17:31</a></span><br />For He has set a day when He will judge the world with justice by the Man He has appointed. He has given proof of this to everyone by raising Him from the dead.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/1-5.htm">1 John 1:5</a></span><br />And this is the message we have heard from Him and announce to you: God is light, and in Him there is no darkness at all.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/89-5.htm">Psalm 89:5</a></span><br />The heavens praise Your wonders, O LORD—Your faithfulness as well—in the assembly of the holy ones.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/12-23.htm">Hebrews 12:23</a></span><br />in joyful assembly, to the congregation of the firstborn, enrolled in heaven. You have come to God the Judge of all, to the spirits of the righteous made perfect,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/40-5.htm">Isaiah 40:5</a></span><br />And the glory of the LORD will be revealed, and all humanity together will see it.” For the mouth of the LORD has spoken.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_timothy/6-16.htm">1 Timothy 6:16</a></span><br />He alone is immortal and dwells in unapproachable light. No one has ever seen Him, nor can anyone see Him. To Him be honor and eternal dominion! Amen.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And the heavens shall declare his righteousness: for God is judge himself. Selah.</p><p class="hdg">heavens</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/97-6.htm">Psalm 97:6</a></b></br> The heavens declare his righteousness, and all the people see his glory.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/romans/2-5.htm">Romans 2:5</a></b></br> But after thy hardness and impenitent heart treasurest up unto thyself wrath against the day of wrath and revelation of the righteous judgment of God;</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/revelation/16-5.htm">Revelation 16:5-7</a></b></br> And I heard the angel of the waters say, Thou art righteous, O Lord, which art, and wast, and shalt be, because thou hast judged thus… </p><p class="hdg">God</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/75-7.htm">Psalm 75:7</a></b></br> But God <i>is</i> the judge: he putteth down one, and setteth up another.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/18-25.htm">Genesis 18:25</a></b></br> That be far from thee to do after this manner, to slay the righteous with the wicked: and that the righteous should be as the wicked, that be far from thee: Shall not the Judge of all the earth do right?</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/john/5-22.htm">John 5:22,23</a></b></br> For the Father judgeth no man, but hath committed all judgment unto the Son: … </p><p class="hdg">Selah</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/7-3.htm">Psalm 7:3-5</a></b></br> O LORD my God, if I have done this; if there be iniquity in my hands; … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/9-16.htm">Psalm 9:16</a></b></br> The LORD is known <i>by</i> the judgment <i>which</i> he executeth: the wicked is snared in the work of his own hands. Higgaion. Selah.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/49-4.htm">Clear</a> <a href="/psalms/40-5.htm">Declare</a> <a href="/psalms/18-47.htm">Executeth</a> <a href="/psalms/50-4.htm">Heavens</a> <a href="/psalms/50-4.htm">Judge</a> <a href="/psalms/37-30.htm">Judgment</a> <a href="/psalms/40-5.htm">Proclaim</a> <a href="/psalms/48-10.htm">Righteousness</a> <a href="/psalms/49-15.htm">Selah</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/50-23.htm">Clear</a> <a href="/psalms/50-16.htm">Declare</a> <a href="/psalms/103-6.htm">Executeth</a> <a href="/psalms/53-2.htm">Heavens</a> <a href="/psalms/51-4.htm">Judge</a> <a href="/psalms/51-4.htm">Judgment</a> <a href="/psalms/52-9.htm">Proclaim</a> <a href="/psalms/51-14.htm">Righteousness</a> <a href="/psalms/52-3.htm">Selah</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 50</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/50-1.htm">The majesty of God in the church</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/50-5.htm">His order to gather his saints</a></span><br><span class="reftext">7. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/50-7.htm">The pleasure of God is not in ceremonies</a></span><br><span class="reftext">14. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/50-14.htm">but in sincerity of obedience</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/50.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/50.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>And the heavens proclaim His righteousness</b><br>This phrase emphasizes the testimony of creation to God's moral perfection and justice. The heavens, often seen as the sky or the celestial realm, are depicted as a witness to God's character. This aligns with <a href="/psalms/19.htm">Psalm 19:1</a>, where the heavens declare the glory of God. The idea is that the natural world reflects God's attributes, serving as a universal testament to His righteousness. In biblical times, the heavens were often associated with divine revelation and authority, reinforcing the message that God's righteousness is evident and undeniable.<p><b>for God Himself is Judge</b><br>This statement underscores God's role as the ultimate arbiter of justice. In the ancient Near Eastern context, a judge was someone who not only resolved disputes but also maintained social order and righteousness. God's position as Judge implies His sovereignty and authority over all creation. This is consistent with passages like <a href="/genesis/18-25.htm">Genesis 18:25</a>, where Abraham refers to God as the Judge of all the earth. The concept of God as Judge is central to biblical theology, highlighting His ability to discern truth and administer justice perfectly.<p><b>Selah</b><br>The term "Selah" is often found in the Psalms and is thought to be a musical or liturgical pause, inviting the reader or listener to reflect on the preceding words. It serves as a moment to contemplate the profound truths just expressed. In this context, it encourages meditation on God's righteousness and His role as Judge, prompting believers to consider the implications of these attributes in their own lives and in the world.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>The central figure in this verse, depicted as the righteous Judge. His character and authority are emphasized.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/h/heavens.htm">Heavens</a></b><br>Symbolic of the created order that declares God's righteousness. The heavens serve as a witness to God's just nature.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/s/selah.htm">Selah</a></b><br>A term used in the Psalms, possibly indicating a pause for reflection or emphasis on the preceding statement.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_righteousness_is_evident.htm">God's Righteousness is Evident</a></b><br>The heavens are a testament to God's righteousness. As believers, we should recognize and proclaim His righteousness in our lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god_as_the_ultimate_judge.htm">God as the Ultimate Judge</a></b><br>Understanding God as Judge should lead us to live with reverence and accountability, knowing that our actions are seen and evaluated by Him.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/reflect_and_respond.htm">Reflect and Respond</a></b><br>The use of "Selah" invites us to pause and reflect on God's righteousness and judgment. Take time in your daily life to meditate on God's character and how it impacts your actions.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/creation_as_a_witness.htm">Creation as a Witness</a></b><br>Just as the heavens declare God's righteousness, our lives should also be a testimony to His justice and truth. Consider how your actions reflect God's character to others.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_50.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 50</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_polygamy.htm">What are the Courts of Heaven?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_psalm_58_6_invoke_violence.htm">Why does David, in Psalm 58, invoke violent divine judgment (verse 6) when other passages emphasize mercy?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/did_jesus_claim_to_be_god.htm">Didn’t Jesus never actually claim to be God?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_are_the_courts_of_heaven.htm">What are the Courts of Heaven?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/50.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(6) <span class= "bld">The heavens.</span>--Here is an exceedingly fine touch. In obedience to the Divine summons the heavens are heard acknowledging the right of God to arraign the nations before Him in virtue of His moral sway. Render the verb in the present: <span class= "ital">And the heavens declare. </span>The verse is adapted to <a href="/psalms/97-6.htm" title="The heavens declare his righteousness, and all the people see his glory.">Psalm 97:6</a>.<p>In the language of modern thought, order and law in the physical world are an evidence of an ordered moral government, and the obedience of the unconscious stars to that sway which, as Wordsworth says, "preserves them from wrong," is a challenge to man to submit himself consciously to the same will.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/50.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 6.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">And the heavens shall declare his righteousness</span>. The angelic host, which comes to witness the judgment of Israel (ver. 4), shall proclaim it a righteous judgment. For God is Judge himself. And he will certainly "do right" (<a href="/genesis/18-25.htm">Genesis 18:25</a>). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/50-6.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">And the heavens</span><br /><span class="heb">שָׁמַ֣יִם</span> <span class="translit">(šā·ma·yim)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8064.htm">Strong's 8064: </a> </span><span class="str2">Heaven, sky</span><br /><br /><span class="word">proclaim</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיַּגִּ֣ידוּ</span> <span class="translit">(way·yag·gî·ḏū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5046.htm">Strong's 5046: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be conspicuous</span><br /><br /><span class="word">His righteousness,</span><br /><span class="heb">צִדְק֑וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(ṣiḏ·qōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6664.htm">Strong's 6664: </a> </span><span class="str2">The right, equity, prosperity</span><br /><br /><span class="word">for</span><br /><span class="heb">כִּֽי־</span> <span class="translit">(kî-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">A relative conjunction</span><br /><br /><span class="word">God</span><br /><span class="heb">אֱלֹהִ֓ים ׀</span> <span class="translit">(’ĕ·lō·hîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_430.htm">Strong's 430: </a> </span><span class="str2">gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Himself</span><br /><span class="heb">ה֣וּא</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 Judge.</span><br /><span class="heb">שֹׁפֵ֖ט</span> <span class="translit">(šō·p̄êṭ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8199.htm">Strong's 8199: </a> </span><span class="str2">To judge, pronounce sentence, to vindicate, punish, to govern, to litigate</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Selah</span><br /><span class="heb">סֶֽלָה׃</span> <span class="translit">(se·lāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Interjection<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5542.htm">Strong's 5542: </a> </span><span class="str2">Suspension, pause</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/50-6.htm">Psalm 50:6 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/50-6.htm">Psalm 50:6 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/50-6.htm">Psalm 50:6 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/50-6.htm">Psalm 50:6 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/50-6.htm">Psalm 50:6 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/50-6.htm">Psalm 50:6 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/50-6.htm">Psalm 50:6 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/50-6.htm">Psalm 50:6 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/50-6.htm">Psalm 50:6 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/50-6.htm">Psalm 50:6 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/50-6.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 50:6 The heavens shall declare his righteousness (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/50-5.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 50:5"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 50:5" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/50-7.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 50:7"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 50:7" /></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>