Psalm 144:1

ESV Blessed be the Lord, my rock, who trains my hands for war, and my fingers for battle;

NIV Of David. Praise be to the Lord my Rock, who trains my hands for war, my fingers for battle.

NASB Blessed be the Lord, my rock, Who trains my hands for war, And my fingers for battle;

CSB Of David. Blessed be the Lord, my rock who trains my hands for battle and my fingers for warfare.

NLT Praise the Lord, who is my rock. He trains my hands for war and gives my fingers skill for battle.

KJV A Psalm of David. Blessed be the Lord my strength, which teacheth my hands to war, and my fingers to fight:

NKJV {A Psalm of David.} Blessed be the Lord my Rock, Who trains my hands for war, And my fingers for battle—

What does Psalm 144:1 mean?

Please see our chapter commentary on Psalm 144; verse-level content coming soon!

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Context Summary
Psalm 144:1–4 praises the Lord for preparing David for battle, for protecting him, and for subduing people under him. In contrast to Lord's loving, mighty character, David portrays man as finite. It is amazing that the Lord cares for men, whose lives are short and fragile.

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Chapter Summary
David begins by praising the Lord for ability, protection, and success in battle. This is amazing because humanity is so frail and temporary compared to God. Still, David asks for the Lord's intervention. Enemy nations and those who make false promises plague David. Yet he confidently plans to praise the Lord for the anticipated victory. The song ends with a prayer for the nation of Israel to experience prosperity. This is expected when the king is preserved, and such blessings are part of being God's chosen people.

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