New International Version with whom I once enjoyed sweet fellowship at the house of God, as we walked about among the worshipers. New Living Translation What good fellowship we once enjoyed as we walked together to the house of God. English Standard Version We used to take sweet counsel together; within God’s house we walked in the throng. Berean Standard Bible We shared sweet fellowship together; we walked with the crowd into the house of God. Berean Literal Bible with whom we would take sweet counsel together; in the house of God we walked with the throng. King James Bible We took sweet counsel together, and walked unto the house of God in company. New King James Version We took sweet counsel together, And walked to the house of God in the throng. New American Standard Bible We who had sweet fellowship together, Walked in the house of God among the commotion. NASB 1995 We who had sweet fellowship together Walked in the house of God in the throng. NASB 1977 We who had sweet fellowship together, Walked in the house of God in the throng. Legacy Standard Bible We who had sweet counsel together Walked in the house of God in the throng. Amplified Bible We who had sweet fellowship together, Who walked to the house of God in company. Berean Annotated Bible We shared sweet fellowship together; we walked with the crowd into the house of God {Elohim}. Christian Standard Bible We used to have close fellowship; we walked with the crowd into the house of God. Holman Christian Standard Bible We used to have close fellowship; we walked with the crowd into the house of God. American Standard Version We took sweet counsel together; We walked in the house of God with the throng. Contemporary English Version We enjoyed being together, when we went with others to your house, our God. English Revised Version We took sweet counsel together, we walked in the house of God with the throng. GOD'S WORD® Translation We used to talk to each other in complete confidence and walk into God's house with the festival crowds. Good News Translation We had intimate talks with each other and worshiped together in the Temple. International Standard Version We had good fellowship together; and we even walked together in the house of God! NET Bible We would share personal thoughts with each other; in God's temple we would walk together among the crowd. New Heart English Bible We took sweet fellowship together. We walked in God's house with company. Webster's Bible Translation We took sweet counsel together, and walked to the house of God in company. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleWe shared sweet fellowship together; we walked with the crowd into the house of God. World English Bible We took sweet fellowship together. We walked in God’s house with company. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionWhen together we sweeten counsel, "" We walk into the house of God in company. Berean Literal Bible with whom we would take sweet counsel together; in the house of God we walked with the throng. Young's Literal Translation When together we sweeten counsel, Into the house of God we walk in company. Smith's Literal Translation Who together made sweet the intercourse, we will go into the house of God with the multitude. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleWho didst take sweetmeats together with me: in the house of God we walked with consent. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible You, whose company I enjoyed, at whose side I walked in the house of God. New Revised Standard Version with whom I kept pleasant company; we walked in the house of God with the throng. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleWe ate a meal together in the house of God, and we walked in harmony. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated For we ate a meal together in the house of God as we were walking in agreement. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917We took sweet counsel together, In the house of God we walked with the throng. Brenton Septuagint Translation who in companionship with me sweetened our food: we walked in the house of God in concord. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Cast Your Burden upon the LORD…13But it is you, a man like myself, my companion and close friend. 14We shared sweet fellowship together; we walked with the crowd into the house of God. 15Let death seize them by surprise; let them go down to Sheol alive, for evil is with them in their homes.… Cross References We shared sweet fellowship together; Psalm 133:1 A song of ascents. Of David. Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in harmony! Proverbs 27:9 Oil and incense bring joy to the heart, and the counsel of a friend is sweetness to the soul. Acts 2:42 They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. we walked with the crowd into the house of God. Psalm 42:4 These things come to mind as I pour out my soul: how I walked with the multitude, leading the festive procession to the house of God with shouts of joy and praise. Psalm 122:1 A song of ascents. Of David. I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go to the house of the LORD.” Isaiah 2:3 And many peoples will come and say: “Come, let us go up to the mountain of the LORD, to the house of the God of Jacob. He will teach us His ways so that we may walk in His paths.” For the law will go forth from Zion, and the word of the LORD from Jerusalem. 2 Samuel 15:12 While Absalom was offering the sacrifices, he sent for Ahithophel the Gilonite, David’s counselor, to come from his hometown of Giloh. So the conspiracy gained strength, and Absalom’s following kept increasing. 2 Samuel 16:23 Now in those days the advice of Ahithophel was like the consultation of the word of God. Such was the regard that both David and Absalom had for Ahithophel’s advice. Micah 7:5-6 Do not rely on a friend; do not trust in a companion. Seal the doors of your mouth from her who lies in your arms. / For a son dishonors his father, a daughter rises against her mother, and a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law. A man’s enemies are the members of his own household. Proverbs 16:28 A perverse man spreads dissension, and a gossip divides close friends. Proverbs 17:9 Whoever conceals an offense promotes love, but he who brings it up separates friends. Jeremiah 9:4 “Let everyone guard against his neighbor; do not trust any brother, for every brother deals craftily, and every friend spreads slander. Job 19:19 All my best friends despise me, and those I love have turned against me. Psalm 41:9 Even my close friend whom I trusted, the one who shared my bread, has lifted up his heel against me. Psalm 28:3 Do not drag me away with the wicked, and with the workers of iniquity, who speak peace to their neighbors while malice is in their hearts. Psalm 35:14 I paced about as for my friend or brother; I was bowed down with grief, like one mourning for his mother. Treasury of Scripture We took sweet counsel together, and walked to the house of God in company. We took sweet counsel together. Psalm 42:4 When I remember these things, I pour out my soul in me: for I had gone with the multitude, I went with them to the house of God, with the voice of joy and praise, with a multitude that kept holyday. Psalm 122:1 A Song of degrees of David. I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the LORD. Isaiah 2:3 And many people shall go and say, Come ye, and let us go up to the mountain of the LORD, to the house of the God of Jacob; and he will teach us of his ways, and we will walk in his paths: for out of Zion shall go forth the law, and the word of the LORD from Jerusalem. Jump to Previous Amid Company Converse Counsel Enjoyed Fellowship God's Held Hold House Loving Once Sweet Talk Throng Together Used Walked WithinJump to Next Amid Company Converse Counsel Enjoyed Fellowship God's Held Hold House Loving Once Sweet Talk Throng Together Used Walked WithinPsalm 55 1. David in his prayer complains of his fearful case9. He prays against his enemies, of whose wickedness and treachery he complains 16. He comforts himself in God's preservation oh him, and confusion of his enemies We shared sweet fellowship together; The psalmist recalls a close, trusted friendship marked by personal affection and shared devotion to God. The pain of betrayal is intensified because it came from one who had been welcomed into his inner life. Psa 133:1 A song of ascents. Of David. Behold, how good… we walked with the crowd into the house of God. They had joined others in worship at the temple, likely during one of Israel’s sacred gatherings. Their shared participation in public worship made the companion’s treachery especially grievous. Psa 42:4 These things come to mind as I pour out my soul… Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidTraditionally attributed as the author of Psalm 55, David is expressing his anguish over betrayal by a close companion. 2. Companion/Friend The person David refers to as having shared "sweet fellowship" with him, likely someone he trusted deeply. 3. House of God Refers to the place of worship, possibly the tabernacle or temple, where David and his companion would have gone to worship together. 4. Jerusalem The city where the house of God was located and where David reigned as king. 5. Betrayal The event that has caused David's lament, highlighting the pain of being betrayed by someone close. Teaching Points The Pain of BetrayalBetrayal by a close friend is deeply painful and can lead to feelings of isolation and despair. Recognize that even biblical figures like David experienced this, and seek comfort in God's presence. The Importance of Fellowship True fellowship is a gift from God, meant to encourage and strengthen us. Cherish and nurture relationships within the body of Christ, being mindful of the trust and love that should characterize them. Seeking God in Times of Distress When faced with betrayal or any form of distress, turn to God in prayer and worship. The house of God symbolizes a place of refuge and strength. Forgiveness and Reconciliation While betrayal is painful, Christians are called to forgive as Christ forgave us. Seek reconciliation where possible, and trust God to heal broken relationships. Guarding Our Hearts Be discerning in relationships, understanding that not everyone who walks with us shares our heart for God. Pray for wisdom and guidance in choosing close companions. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Psalm 55:14?2. How can Psalm 55:14 guide us in resolving conflicts with close friends? 3. What does Psalm 55:14 reveal about the pain of betrayal by a companion? 4. How does Psalm 55:14 connect with Jesus' experience of betrayal in the Gospels? 5. How should believers respond when facing betrayal, according to Psalm 55:14? 6. How can Psalm 55:14 encourage us to seek reconciliation with estranged friends? 7. How does Psalm 55:14 reflect the theme of betrayal in personal relationships? 8. What historical context might have influenced the writing of Psalm 55:14? 9. How does Psalm 55:14 relate to the concept of trust in friendships? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 55? (14) And walked . . .--i.e., joined the great public processions to the temple. (Comp. Psalm 44:4.) The word rendered "company" occurs again (Psalm 64:2. Authorised Version, "insurrection." Comp. the same root, Psalm 2:1.) The intimacy of these former friends was public as well as private.Verse 14. - We took sweet counsel together (comp. 2 Samuel 15:12; 2 Samuel 16:23; 1 Chronicles 27:33). And walked unto the house of God in company; rather, in the throng (Cheyne, Revised Version); i.e. in the midst of the crowd of worshippers. When David went up to the house of God, who is more likely to have accompanied him than his chief "counsellor"? Psalm 55:14 paints the picture of two companions whose relationship spanned personal intimacy, public life, and shared worship. The verse underscores how betrayal hurts most when rooted in once-joyful fellowship, but it also points forward to Christ, the Friend who will never forsake us (John 15:13-15; Hebrews 13:5). Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Weאֲשֶׁ֣ר (’ă·šer) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that shared sweet נַמְתִּ֣יק (nam·tîq) Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - first person common plural Strong's 4985: To become or be sweet or pleasant fellowship ס֑וֹד (sō·wḏ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5475: A session, company of persons, intimacy, consultation, a secret together; יַ֭חְדָּו (yaḥ·dāw) Adverb Strong's 3162: A unit, unitedly we walked נְהַלֵּ֥ךְ (nə·hal·lêḵ) Verb - Piel - Imperfect - first person common plural Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk with the crowd בְּרָֽגֶשׁ׃ (bə·rā·ḡeš) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7285: A tumultuous crowd into the house בְּבֵ֥ית (bə·ḇêṯ) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1004: A house of God. אֱ֝לֹהִ֗ים (’ĕ·lō·hîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative Additonal Resources Psalm 55:14 Blue Letter BiblePsalm 55:14 Bible Gateway Psalm 55:14 Bible.com Psalm 55:14 NIV |
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