Psalm 144

Psalm 144 is a prayer of David for victory over his enemies. He acknowledges that it is God who trains his hands for war and his fingers for battle, and calls on God to deliver him from his enemies. David expresses his confidence in God's faithfulness and praises Him for His love and protection.

image of Psalm 144

15
verses
2
min

Meet the heroes of Psalm


A Prayer for Victory

1 {A Psalm of David.} Blessed be the LORD my strength, which teacheth my hands to war, and my fingers to fight:
2 My goodness, and my fortress; my high tower, and my deliverer; my shield, and he in whom I trust; who subdueth my people under me.
3 LORD, what is man, that thou takest knowledge of him! or the son of man, that thou makest account of him!
4 Man is like to vanity: his days are as a shadow that passeth away.
5 Bow thy heavens, O LORD, and come down: touch the mountains, and they shall smoke.
6 Cast forth lightning, and scatter them: shoot out thine arrows, and destroy them.
7 Send thine hand from above; rid me, and deliver me out of great waters, from the hand of strange children;
8 Whose mouth speaketh vanity, and their right hand is a right hand of falsehood.
9 I will sing a new song unto thee, O God: upon a psaltery and an instrument of ten strings will I sing praises unto thee.
10 It is he that giveth salvation unto kings: who delivereth David his servant from the hurtful sword.
11 Rid me, and deliver me from the hand of strange children, whose mouth speaketh vanity, and their right hand is a right hand of falsehood:
12 That our sons may be as plants grown up in their youth; that our daughters may be as corner stones, polished after the similitude of a palace:
13 That our garners may be full, affording all manner of store: that our sheep may bring forth thousands and ten thousands in our streets:
14 That our oxen may be strong to labour; that there be no breaking in, nor going out; that there be no complaining in our streets.
15 Happy is that people, that is in such a case: yea, happy is that people, whose God is the LORD.

Commentary

Psalm 144 is a powerful expression of faith in God's ability to grant victory to His people. David recognizes that he is nothing without God, and places all his trust in Him. He understands that success in any battle is ultimately a result of God's strength and provision, and he humbly acknowledges this truth throughout the prayer.David's prayer is not only focused on his own needs, but on the needs of his people. He asks that God would bless and protect his nation, so that they may continue to prosper and thrive. He recognizes that Israel's strength and success is dependent on their relationship with God, and he seeks to maintain this relationship through prayer and worship.Overall, Psalm 144 is a powerful reminder of the importance of seeking God's strength and provision in our lives. Whether facing our own personal battles or fighting for the well-being of our communities, we can find hope and confidence in God's faithfulness and protection.

Download BiblePics Mobile App
Biblepics mobile app

Chat with biblical characters

Seek guidance and enter the gateway to biblical wisdom

Chat now

FAQ

Assuming a reader with an average reading speed of 300 WPM reads the Psalm, chapter 144 it would take approximately 2 minutes to finish.

There are 15 verses in Psalm, chapter 144.