Psalms 89:19-20

89:19 Then you spoke through a vision to your faithful followers and said:

“I have energized a warrior;

I have raised up a young man from the people.

89:20 I have discovered David, my servant.

With my holy oil I have anointed him as king.


tn The pronoun “you” refers to the Lord, who is addressed here. The quotation that follows further develops the announcement of vv. 3-4.

tc Many medieval mss read the singular here, “your faithful follower.” In this case the statement refers directly to Nathan’s oracle to David (see 2 Sam 7:17).

tn Heb “I have placed help upon a warrior.”

tn Or perhaps “a chosen one.”

tn The words “as king” are supplied in the translation for clarification, indicating that a royal anointing is in view.