Psalms 83:8 Meaning and Explanation
“Assur also is joined with them: they have holpen the children of Lot. Selah.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Assyria has joined the confederacy, showing that even the greatest power supports these enemies.
The Context of Psalms 83:8
Assyria's participation makes the confederacy truly formidable; pause for reflection.
What Does Psalms 83:8 Mean?
Assur (Assyria) was the superpower of the ancient Near East. Its entry into the alliance is the culmination of verse 7's list: if even Assyria has joined, the threat is comprehensive. Holpen means helped or aided. The children of Lot (Moab and Ammon) are thereby reinforced by the mightiest military force.
Selah marks a pause for reflection. The full scope of the conspiracy has been named: small nations and the greatest empire, ancient enemies and current powers, all united. The psalmist has laid the complete picture before God, and now invites pause to consider the gravity of the situation.
Psalms 83:8 in the Original Language
Selah — a liturgical pause or interlude, inviting meditation on what precedes.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 83:8
What does Psalms 83:8 mean?
Assyria has joined the confederacy, showing that even the greatest power supports these enemies.
What is the context of Psalms 83:8?
Assyria's participation makes the confederacy truly formidable; pause for reflection.