Psalms 81:14 web — I would soon subdue their enemies, and turn my hand against their adversaries.

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"I would soon subdue their enemies, and turn my hand against their adversaries."

— Psalms 81:14, World English Bible

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KJV
“I should soon have subdued their enemies, and turned my hand against their adversaries.”
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ASV
“I would soon subdue their enemies, And turn my hand against their adversaries. ”
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NET
“Then I would quickly subdue their enemies, and attack their adversaries.””
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BBE
“I would quickly overcome their haters: my hand would be turned against those who make war on them.”
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KJVA
“I should soon have subdued their enemies, and turned my hand against their adversaries.”
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Psalms 81 — Context

But my people didn't listen to my voice. Israel desired none of me.

So I let them go after the stubbornness of their hearts, that they might walk in their own counsels.

Oh that my people would listen to me, that Israel would walk in my ways!

I would soon subdue their enemies, and turn my hand against their adversaries.

The haters of Yahweh would cringe before him, and their punishment would last forever.

But he would have also fed them with the finest of the wheat. I will satisfy you with honey out of the rock." A Psalm by Asaph.

Psalms 81:14 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 81:14 say?

Psalms 81:14 in the World English Bible reads: “I would soon subdue their enemies, and turn my hand against their adversaries.”

Where is Psalms 81:14 in the Bible?

Psalms 81:14 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 81, verse 14.

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 81:14.

What translation should I read Psalms 81:14 in?

Psalms 81:14 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 81:14?

Psalms 81:14 reads (WEB): “I would soon subdue their enemies, and turn my hand against their adversaries.” 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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