Psalms 7:12

If he turn not, he will whet his sword; he hath bent his bow, and made it ready.

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Other Translations for Psalms 7:12

BSB

If one does not repent, God will sharpen His sword; He has bent and strung His bow.

AKJV

If he turn not, he will whet his sword; he has bent his bow, and made it ready.

CPDV

Unless you will be converted, he will brandish his sword. He has extended his bow and made it ready.

ERV

If a man turn not, he will whet his sword; he hath bent his bow, and made it ready.

NHEB

If a man doesn't relent, he will sharpen his sword; he has bent and strung his bow.

SMT

If he shall not turn back, he will sharpen his sword; he bent his bow and he will be prepared.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Psalms 7:12

IfheturnH7725VerbnothewillwhetH3913VerbhisswordH2719Noun FemininehehathbentH1869VerbhisbowH7198Noun FeminineandmadeitreadyH3559Verb

Commentary for Psalms 7:12

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Psalms 7:12

Summary

God prepares weapons against the unrepentant

Event

God readies divine punishment

Estimated Time Period

c. 1000 BC