9 He maketh wars to cease unto the end of the earth; he breaketh the bow, and cutteth the spear in sunder; he burneth the chariot in the fire.

Other Translations of Psalm 46:9

New International Version

9 He makes wars cease to the ends of the earth. He breaks the bow and shatters the spear; he burns the shieldsOr "chariots" with fire.

English Standard Version

9 He makes wars cease to the end of the earth; he breaks the bow and shatters the spear; he burns the chariots with fire.

The Message

9 Bans war from pole to pole, breaks all the weapons across his knee.

New King James Version

9 He makes wars cease to the end of the earth; He breaks the bow and cuts the spear in two; He burns the chariot in the fire.

New Living Translation

9 He causes wars to end throughout the earth. He breaks the bow and snaps the spear; he burns the shields with fire.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Psalm 46:9

Commentary on Psalm 46:6-11

(Read Psalm 46:6-11)

Come and see the effects of desolating judgments, and stand in awe of God. This shows the perfect security of the church, and is an assurance of lasting peace. Let us pray for the speedy approach of these glorious days, and in silent submission let us worship and trust in our almighty Sovereign. Let all believers triumph in this, that the Lord of hosts, the God of Jacob, has been, is, and will be with us; and will be our Refuge. Mark this, take the comfort, and say, If God be for us, who can be against us? With this, through life and in death, let us answer every fear.