So go after them with your strong wind, and let them be full of fear because of your storm.
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Let their faces be full of shame; so that they may give honour to your name, O Lord.
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Let them be overcome and troubled for ever; let them be put to shame and come to destruction;
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So that men may see that you only, whose name is Yahweh, are Most High over all the earth.
Psalms 83:18 — Frequently Asked Questions
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What does Psalms 83:18 say?
Psalms 83:18 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “So that men may see that you only, whose name is Yahweh, are Most High over all the earth.”
Where is Psalms 83:18 in the Bible?
Psalms 83:18 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 83, verse 18.
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 83:18.
What translation should I read Psalms 83:18 in?
Psalms 83:18 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 83:18?
Psalms 83:18 reads (BBE): “So that men may see that you only, whose name is Yahweh, are Most High over all the earth.” 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.