Psalms 118:13 net — “You aggressively attacked me and tried to knock me down, but the LORD helped me.

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"“You aggressively attacked me and tried to knock me down, but the LORD helped me."

— Psalms 118:13, NET Bible

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Psalms 118 — Context

10

All the nations surrounded me. Indeed, in the name of the LORD I pushed them away.

11

They surrounded me, yes, they surrounded me. Indeed, in the name of the LORD I pushed them away.

12

They surrounded me like bees. But they disappeared as quickly as a fire among thorns. Indeed, in the name of the LORD I pushed them away.

13

“You aggressively attacked me and tried to knock me down, but the LORD helped me.

14

The LORD gives me strength and protects me; he has become my deliverer.”

15

They celebrate deliverance in the tents of the godly. The LORD’s right hand conquers,

16

the LORD’s right hand gives victory, the LORD’s right hand conquers.

Psalms 118:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 118:13 say?
Psalms 118:13 in the NET Bible reads: ““You aggressively attacked me and tried to knock me down, but the LORD helped me.”
Where is Psalms 118:13 in the Bible?
Psalms 118:13 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 118, verse 13.
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 118:13.
What translation should I read Psalms 118:13 in?
Psalms 118:13 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 118:13?
Psalms 118:13 reads (NET): ““You aggressively attacked me and tried to knock me down, but the LORD helped me.” 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.
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