Now know I that the Lord saveth his anointed; he will hear him from his holy heaven with the saving strength of his right hand.
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Some trust in chariots, and some in horses: but we will remember the name of the Lord our God.
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They are brought down and fallen: but we are risen, and stand upright.
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Save, Lord: let the king hear us when we call.
Psalms 20:9 — Frequently Asked Questions
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What does Psalms 20:9 say?
Psalms 20:9 in the King James Version reads: “Save, Lord: let the king hear us when we call. ”
Where is Psalms 20:9 in the Bible?
Psalms 20:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 20, verse 9.
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 20:9.
What translation should I read Psalms 20:9 in?
Psalms 20:9 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 20:9?
Psalms 20:9 reads (KJV): “Save, Lord: let the king hear us when we call. ” 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.