New International Version You save the humble, but your eyes are on the haughty to bring them low. New Living Translation You rescue the humble, but your eyes watch the proud and humiliate them. English Standard Version You save a humble people, but your eyes are on the haughty to bring them down. Berean Standard Bible You save an afflicted people, but Your eyes are on the haughty to bring them down. Berean Literal Bible And the humble people You will save, and Your eyes are on the haughty, to bring them down. King James Bible And the afflicted people thou wilt save: but thine eyes are upon the haughty, that thou mayest bring them down. New King James Version You will save the humble people; But Your eyes are on the haughty, that You may bring them down. New American Standard Bible “And You save an afflicted people; But Your eyes are on the haughty whom You humiliate. NASB 1995 “And You save an afflicted people; But Your eyes are on the haughty whom You abase. NASB 1977 “And Thou dost save an afflicted people; But Thine eyes are on the haughty whom Thou dost abase. Legacy Standard Bible And You save an afflicted people; But Your eyes are on the haughty whom You bring down. Amplified Bible “And You save the afflicted people; But Your eyes are on the haughty whom You abase (humiliate). Berean Annotated Bible You save an afflicted people, but Your eyes are on the haughty to bring them down. Christian Standard Bible You rescue an oppressed people, but your eyes are set against the proud — you humble them. Holman Christian Standard Bible You rescue an afflicted people, but Your eyes are set against the proud— You humble them. American Standard Version And the afflicted people thou wilt save; But thine eyes are upon the haughty, that thou mayest bring them down. Contemporary English Version You rescue the humble, but you look for ways to put down the proud. English Revised Version And the afflicted people thou wilt save: but thine eyes are upon the haughty, that thou mayest bring them down. GOD'S WORD® Translation You save humble people, but your eyes bring down arrogant people. Good News Translation You save those who are humble, but you humble those who are proud. International Standard Version You save the nation who is humble but your eyes watch the proud, to bring them down. NET Bible You deliver oppressed people, but you watch the proud and bring them down. New Heart English Bible You will save the afflicted people, But your eyes are on the proud, that you may bring them down. Webster's Bible Translation And the afflicted people thou wilt save: but thy eyes are upon the haughty, that thou mayest bring them down. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleYou save an afflicted people, but Your eyes are on the haughty to bring them down. World English Bible You will save the afflicted people, but your eyes are on the arrogant, that you may bring them down. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd You save the poor people, "" But Your eyes on the high cause [them] to fall. Berean Literal Bible And the humble people You will save, and Your eyes are on the haughty, to bring them down. Young's Literal Translation And the poor people Thou dost save, And Thine eyes on the high causest to fall. Smith's Literal Translation And the people of affliction thou wilt save: And thine eyes upon the lifted up, thou wilt humble. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the poor people thou wilt save: and with thy eyes thou wilt humble the haughty. Catholic Public Domain Version And you will bring to salvation the poor people, and you will humble the exalted with your eyes. New American Bible Humble people you save, though on the haughty your eyes look down. New Revised Standard Version You deliver a humble people, but your eyes are upon the haughty to bring them down. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleFor thou wilt save the afflicted people; and the proud ones thou wilt bring down. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated For you shall save the poor people and the lofty eyes you shall bring low OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And the afflicted people Thou dost save; But Thine eyes are upon the haughty, that Thou mayest humble them. Brenton Septuagint Translation And thou wilt save the poor people, and wilt bring down the eyes of the haughty. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context David's Song of Deliverance…27to the pure You show Yourself pure, but to the crooked You show Yourself shrewd. 28 You save an afflicted people, but Your eyes are on the haughty to bring them down. 29For You, O LORD, are my lamp; the LORD lights up my darkness.… Cross References You save an afflicted people, Psalm 18:27 For You save an afflicted people, but You humble those with haughty eyes. Psalm 34:18 The LORD is near to the brokenhearted; He saves the contrite in spirit. Isaiah 57:15 For thus says the One who is high and lifted up, who inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy: “I dwell in a high and holy place, and with the oppressed and humble in spirit, to restore the spirit of the lowly and revive the heart of the contrite. but Your eyes are on the haughty Psalm 138:6 Though the LORD is on high, He attends to the lowly; but the proud He knows from afar. Proverbs 21:4 Haughty eyes and a proud heart—the guides of the wicked—are sin. Proverbs 6:17 haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, to bring them down. Job 40:12 Look on every proud man and humble him; trample the wicked where they stand. Isaiah 2:11-12 The proud look of man will be humbled, and the loftiness of men brought low; the LORD alone will be exalted in that day. / For the Day of the LORD of Hosts will come against all the proud and lofty, against all that is exalted—it will be humbled— Luke 18:14 I tell you, this man, rather than the Pharisee, went home justified. For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but the one who humbles himself will be exalted.” James 4:6 But He gives us more grace. This is why it says: “God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.” 1 Peter 5:5 Young men, in the same way, submit yourselves to your elders. And all of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, “God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.” Proverbs 3:34 He mocks the mockers, but gives grace to the humble. Matthew 23:12 For whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted. Luke 1:52 He has brought down rulers from their thrones, but has exalted the humble. Isaiah 66:2 Has not My hand made all these things? And so they came into being,” declares the LORD. “This is the one I will esteem: he who is humble and contrite in spirit, who trembles at My word. Proverbs 16:19 It is better to be lowly in spirit among the humble than to divide the spoil with the proud. Treasury of Scripture And the afflicted people you will save: but your eyes are on the haughty, that you may bring them down. afflicted Exodus 3:7,8 And the LORD said, I have surely seen the affliction of my people which are in Egypt, and have heard their cry by reason of their taskmasters; for I know their sorrows; … Psalm 12:5 For the oppression of the poor, for the sighing of the needy, now will I arise, saith the LORD; I will set him in safety from him that puffeth at him. Psalm 72:12,13 For he shall deliver the needy when he crieth; the poor also, and him that hath no helper… but thine Exodus 9:14-17 For I will at this time send all my plagues upon thine heart, and upon thy servants, and upon thy people; that thou mayest know that there is none like me in all the earth… Exodus 10:3 And Moses and Aaron came in unto Pharaoh, and said unto him, Thus saith the LORD God of the Hebrews, How long wilt thou refuse to humble thyself before me? let my people go, that they may serve me. Exodus 18:11 Now I know that the LORD is greater than all gods: for in the thing wherein they dealt proudly he was above them. Jump to Previous Abase Afflicted Causest Deliver Eyes Fall Haughty High Humble Low Mayest Poor Pride Save Saviour Trouble WiltJump to Next Abase Afflicted Causest Deliver Eyes Fall Haughty High Humble Low Mayest Poor Pride Save Saviour Trouble Wilt2 Samuel 22 1. David's psalm of thanksgiving for God's deliverance and blessingsYou save an afflicted people, God delivered David through years of danger, persecution, and conflict, showing His care for those brought low by suffering or oppression. His salvation is not earned by human strength but comes from His mercy toward those who depend on Him. Psa 18:27 For You save an afflicted people, but You humble… but Your eyes are on the haughty God sees the pride of those who exalt themselves, oppress others, or resist His authority. No ruler, warrior, or enemy stands beyond His judgment. Psa 138:6 Though the LORD is on high, He attends to the lowly;… to bring them down. The proud may appear secure for a time, but God humbles them according to His justice. David’s victories over his enemies showed that the Lord overturns human pride and establishes those who look to Him. Job 40:12 Look on every proud man and humble him; trample the wicked… Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidThe author of this song of praise, David is reflecting on God's deliverance and faithfulness throughout his life, particularly in times of distress and opposition. 2. God The central figure in this passage, God is depicted as a savior of the humble and afflicted, and as one who opposes the proud. 3. The Afflicted People Represents those who are humble, oppressed, or in distress, whom God promises to save. 4. The Haughty Refers to those who are proud and arrogant, whom God promises to bring down. 5. Israel The nation over which David ruled, often experiencing cycles of humility and pride, and thus a recipient of both God's deliverance and discipline. Teaching Points God's Favor on the HumbleGod consistently shows favor and deliverance to those who are humble and afflicted. This should encourage believers to maintain a posture of humility, trusting in God's salvation. The Danger of Pride Pride is a serious spiritual danger that leads to downfall. Believers are warned to guard against arrogance and self-reliance, recognizing that God actively opposes the proud. God's Justice and Sovereignty God's actions towards the humble and the proud demonstrate His justice and sovereignty. Believers can trust that God sees and acts justly in all circumstances. Reflection of God's Character As followers of Christ, believers are called to reflect God's character by showing compassion to the afflicted and maintaining humility in their own lives. Dependence on God In times of affliction, believers are encouraged to depend on God for deliverance, knowing that He is attentive to their needs and will act in His perfect timing. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Samuel 22:28?2. How does 2 Samuel 22:28 illustrate God's treatment of the humble and proud? 3. What actions can we take to align with the humble in 2 Samuel 22:28? 4. How does 2 Samuel 22:28 connect with Jesus' teachings on humility? 5. In what ways can we avoid pride, as warned in 2 Samuel 22:28? 6. How can we reflect God's character towards others, based on 2 Samuel 22:28? 7. How does 2 Samuel 22:28 reflect God's view on humility and pride? 8. What historical context influences the message of 2 Samuel 22:28? 9. How does 2 Samuel 22:28 align with the overall theme of divine justice in the Bible? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Samuel 22? (28) Thine eyes are upon the haughty.--More briefly, but in more common form, the psalm, "wilt bring down high looks."2 Samuel 22:28 is a clear, literal promise: God actively rescues the humble and actively opposes the proud. His saving power lifts the afflicted; His searching eyes target the haughty for inevitable downfall. Choosing humility aligns us with His deliverance, while persisting in pride guarantees His resistance. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew You saveתּוֹשִׁ֑יעַ (tō·wō·šî·a‘) Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - second person masculine singular Strong's 3467: To be open, wide, free, to be safe, to free, succor an afflicted עָנִ֖י (‘ā·nî) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 6041: Poor, afflicted, humble people, עַ֥ם (‘am) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock but Your eyes וְעֵינֶ֖יךָ (wə·‘ê·ne·ḵā) Conjunctive waw | Noun - cdc | second person masculine singular Strong's 5869: An eye, a fountain are on עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against the haughty רָמִ֥ים (rā·mîm) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 7311: To be high actively, to rise, raise to bring [them] down. תַּשְׁפִּֽיל׃ (taš·pîl) Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - second person masculine singular Strong's 8213: To be or become low, to be abased Additonal Resources 2 Samuel 22:28 Blue Letter Bible2 Samuel 22:28 Bible Gateway 2 Samuel 22:28 Bible.com 2 Samuel 22:28 NIV |
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