Psalms · Chapter 20 · 9 verses
Psalms 20
About this chapter
Psalms 20 — United Kingdom of Israel
David — King of Israel, warrior-poet, composer of many psalms. Set in Jerusalem temple, before battle. The people gather to pray for their king before he heads into battle, offering blessings and intercession for victory. This is a liturgical prayer — perhaps sung by priests and people as David prepares for war, trusting that God's name is stronger than chariots and horses.
“Psalm 20:7” — 20:7
Community solidarity and confident hope in God's protection for their leader.
Read when: Read this when you're facing a major challenge and need to remember that God's strength matters more than human resources.
1May Yahweh answer you in the day of trouble. May the name of the God of Jacob set you up on high, 2send you help from the sanctuary, grant you support from Zion, 3remember all your offerings, and accept your burnt sacrifice. Selah. 4May He grant you your heart's desire, and fulfill all your counsel. 5We will triumph in your salvation. In the name of our God, we will set up our banners. May Yahweh grant all your requests. 6Now I know that Yahweh saves his anointed. He will answer him from his holy heaven, with the saving strength of his right hand. 7Some trust in chariots, and some in horses, but we trust the name of Yahweh our God. 8They are bowed down and fallen, but we rise up, and stand upright. 9Save, Yahweh! Let the King answer us when we call! For the Chief Musician. A Psalm by David.