Psalm 89:19-21
New Catholic Bible
19 For the Lord is our shield,
the Holy One of Israel, our King.
20 [a]On one occasion you spoke in a vision[b]
and said to your faithful servants:
“I have appointed as leader one who is mighty;
I have exalted one chosen from the people.
21 I have found David, my servant,
and with my holy oil I have anointed him.
Footnotes
- Psalm 89:20 This powerful and faithful God has revealed to his faithful servants (the prophets Samuel and Nathan) his plan for David and his posterity. It is a promise that cannot be effaced, a covenant that will never be revoked. It is guaranteed by God’s kindness and faithfulness.
- Psalm 89:20 Vision: the revelation made to Samuel (see 1 Sam 16:12) or to Nathan (see 2 Sam 7:4-16). Faithful servants: those faithful to his covenant.
Psalm 89:19-21
New International Version
19 Once you spoke in a vision,
to your faithful people you said:
“I have bestowed strength on a warrior;
I have raised up a young man from among the people.
20 I have found David(A) my servant;(B)
with my sacred oil(C) I have anointed(D) him.
21 My hand will sustain him;
surely my arm will strengthen him.(E)
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