Psalms 108:8 web — Gilead is mine. Manasseh is mine. Ephraim also is my helmet. Judah is my scepter.

World English Bible

"Gilead is mine. Manasseh is mine. Ephraim also is my helmet. Judah is my scepter."

— Psalms 108:8, World English Bible

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KJV
“Gilead is mine; Manasseh is mine; Ephraim also is the strength of mine head; Judah is my lawgiver;”
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ASV
“Gilead is mine; Manasseh is mine; Ephraim also is the defence of my head; Judah is my sceptre. ”
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NET
“Gilead belongs to me, as does Manasseh! Ephraim is my helmet, Judah my royal scepter.”
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DRB
“May his days be few: and his bishopric let another take.”
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BBE
“Gilead is mine; Manasseh is mine; Ephraim is the strength of my head; Judah is my law-giver;”
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KJVA
“Gilead is mine; Manasseh is mine; Ephraim also is the strength of mine head; Judah is my lawgiver;”
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Psalms 108 — Context

Be exalted, God, above the heavens! Let your glory be over all the earth.

That your beloved may be delivered, save with your right hand, and answer us.

God has spoken from his sanctuary: "In triumph, I will divide Shechem, and measure out the valley of Succoth.

Gilead is mine. Manasseh is mine. Ephraim also is my helmet. Judah is my scepter.

Moab is my wash pot. I will toss my sandal on Edom. I will shout over Philistia."

Who will bring me into the fortified city? Who has led me to Edom?

Haven't you rejected us, God? You don't go forth, God, with our armies.

Psalms 108:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 108:8 say?

Psalms 108:8 in the World English Bible reads: “Gilead is mine. Manasseh is mine. Ephraim also is my helmet. Judah is my scepter.”

Where is Psalms 108:8 in the Bible?

Psalms 108:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 108, verse 8.

Who wrote Psalms?

Psalms is traditionally attributed to Multiple authors (David, Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, others). Approximately 73 psalms are attributed to David; others to Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, Heman, and Ethan; the remainder are anonymous. It was written c. 1410–430 BC.

What is the book of Psalms about?

The Psalms are the prayer book and hymnal of God's people, gathering a thousand years of inspired song — praise, lament, thanksgiving, confession, and royal and messianic worship. Every emotion of the believing heart finds a voice here, and every voice finds its center in Christ.

What are the major themes of Psalms?

Psalms explores themes including Praise, Lament, Trust, Messiah, Refuge, Kingship. These themes shape the meaning and context of Psalms 108:8.

What translation should I read Psalms 108:8 in?

Psalms 108:8 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.

How can I memorize Psalms 108:8?

Psalms 108:8 reads (WEB): “Gilead is mine. Manasseh is mine. Ephraim also is my helmet. Judah is my scepter.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.

Psalms 108:8 web — Gilead is mine. Manasseh is mine. Ephraim also is my helmet. Judah is my scepter.

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