Believe in God – Be still
Apr 13, 2020 10:59:58 #
Believe in God – Be still
Break through to the true meaning of Scripture
Faith, in One Word
Of all the uplifting verses in the Book of Psalms, perhaps none better expresses the essence of a true life of faith than, “Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!” (Ps. 46:10). The most fascinating words here are “be still” because they are the core of trust. Although the translation “be still” is acceptable, it does not reveal the truth expressed.
Actively Let Go
In the original Hebrew of this psalm, the word is harpu, from the verb RFH רפה meaning “to let go, to release”. A more literal translation of harpu would be "cause yourselves to let go". The implication here is significant. Rather than merely being passive, we are instructed to actively let go in order to know that God is in control and to objectively know the saving power of God in our lives.
Discover the true word of God with Hebrew
This is precisely the same idea expressed by Moses moments before the children of Israel entered the divided waters of the Red Sea, “The Lord will fight for you, and you only have to be silent” (Ex. 14:14). Especially in these difficult times, it is time to learn the true word of God. Enroll in our live online Biblical Hebrew course and see beyond the translations!
Break through to the true meaning of Scripture
Faith, in One Word
Of all the uplifting verses in the Book of Psalms, perhaps none better expresses the essence of a true life of faith than, “Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!” (Ps. 46:10). The most fascinating words here are “be still” because they are the core of trust. Although the translation “be still” is acceptable, it does not reveal the truth expressed.
Actively Let Go
In the original Hebrew of this psalm, the word is harpu, from the verb RFH רפה meaning “to let go, to release”. A more literal translation of harpu would be "cause yourselves to let go". The implication here is significant. Rather than merely being passive, we are instructed to actively let go in order to know that God is in control and to objectively know the saving power of God in our lives.
Discover the true word of God with Hebrew
This is precisely the same idea expressed by Moses moments before the children of Israel entered the divided waters of the Red Sea, “The Lord will fight for you, and you only have to be silent” (Ex. 14:14). Especially in these difficult times, it is time to learn the true word of God. Enroll in our live online Biblical Hebrew course and see beyond the translations!
Apr 13, 2020 13:44:59 #
bahmer wrote:
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bahmer, one of my favorite Psalms is 46. I already memorize it after praying it every day, especially in this midst of our crisis.
Good job, and God bless!
Apr 13, 2020 13:54:44 #
Radiance3 wrote:
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bahmer, one of my favorite Psalms is 46. I already memorize it after praying it every day, especially in this midst of our crisis.
Good job, and God bless!
bahmer, one of my favorite Psalms is 46. I already memorize it after praying it every day, especially in this midst of our crisis.
Good job, and God bless!
Keep up those prayers they are helping.
Apr 14, 2020 10:34:49 #
Apr 15, 2020 06:01:23 #
Hi bahmer,
Thanks for this lesson.
Of the five most popular versions of the English Bible, at present, two, the New American Standard Version, and the Christian Standard Bible, appear to most clearly state this Hebrew meaning of "Let Go, and let God."
Of those two, the NASB (New American Standard Bible) is the most precise.
NIV
10 He says, "Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth."
ESV
10 “Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!”
NASB
10 "Cease striving and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth."
KJV
10 Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth.
CSB
10 Stop your fighting--and know that I am God, exalted among the nations, exalted on the earth."
Thanks for this lesson.
Of the five most popular versions of the English Bible, at present, two, the New American Standard Version, and the Christian Standard Bible, appear to most clearly state this Hebrew meaning of "Let Go, and let God."
Of those two, the NASB (New American Standard Bible) is the most precise.
NIV
10 He says, "Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth."
ESV
10 “Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!”
NASB
10 "Cease striving and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth."
KJV
10 Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth.
CSB
10 Stop your fighting--and know that I am God, exalted among the nations, exalted on the earth."
bahmer wrote:
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Apr 15, 2020 09:07:27 #
Zemirah wrote:
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Amen and Amen thanks for that lesson Zemirah it is much appreciated.👍👍👍👍👍
Apr 17, 2020 23:18:15 #
TexaCan
Loc: Homeward Bound!
bahmer wrote:
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I don’t know how I missed this thread! This is my favorite verse!
Another fine lesson!
Apr 17, 2020 23:43:48 #
bahmer always listens to God, doesn't he? - and He leads bahmer to center in on that which is most important!TexaCan wrote:
I don’t know how I missed this thread! This is my favorite verse!
Another fine lesson!
Another fine lesson!
May 5, 2020 00:52:08 #
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