Psalm 144:7

ESV Stretch out your hand from on high; rescue me and deliver me from the many waters, from the hand of foreigners,

NIV Reach down your hand from on high; deliver me and rescue me from the mighty waters, from the hands of foreigners

NASB Reach out with Your hand from on high; Rescue me and save me from great waters, From the hand of foreigners

CSB Reach down from on high; rescue me from deep water, and set me free from the grasp of foreigners

NLT Reach down from heaven and rescue me; rescue me from deep waters, from the power of my enemies.

KJV Send thine hand from above; rid me, and deliver me out of great waters, from the hand of strange children;

NKJV Stretch out Your hand from above; Rescue me and deliver me out of great waters, From the hand of foreigners,

What does Psalm 144:7 mean?

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

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Context Summary
Psalm 144:5–11 reflects on Israel's history, when the Lord descended at Sinai in a dramatic display of power and glory. David asks the Lord to use lightning to scatter his enemies. He also vows to praise the Lord with singing and music for making him victorious over his enemies.

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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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