Psalms 123:5 cpdv — Our soul has passed through a torrent. Perhaps, our soul had even passed through intolerable water.

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"Our soul has passed through a torrent. Perhaps, our soul had even passed through intolerable water. "

— Psalms 123:5, Catholic Public Domain Version

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“Our soul hath passed through a torrent: perhaps our soul had passed through a water insupportable.”
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Psalms 123 — Context

if the Lord had not been with us, when men rose up against us,

perhaps they would have swallowed us alive. When their fury was enraged against us,

perhaps the waters would have engulfed us.

Our soul has passed through a torrent. Perhaps, our soul had even passed through intolerable water.

Blessed is the Lord, who has not given us into the harm of their teeth.

Our soul has been snatched away like a sparrow from the snare of the hunters. The snare has been broken, and we have been freed.

Our help is in the name of the Lord, who made heaven and earth.

Psalms 123:5 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 123:5 say?

Psalms 123:5 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Our soul has passed through a torrent. Perhaps, our soul had even passed through intolerable water. ”

Where is Psalms 123:5 in the Bible?

Psalms 123:5 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 123, verse 5.

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 123:5.

What translation should I read Psalms 123:5 in?

Psalms 123:5 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 123:5?

Psalms 123:5 reads (CPDV): “Our soul has passed through a torrent. Perhaps, our soul had even passed through intolerable water. ” 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 123:5 cpdv — Our soul has passed through a torrent. Perhaps, our soul had even passed through intolerable water.

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