Psalms 31:7
Psalms 31:7 in Multiple Translations
I will be glad and rejoice in Your loving devotion, for You have seen my affliction; You have known the anguish of my soul.
I will be glad and rejoice in thy mercy: for thou hast considered my trouble; thou hast known my soul in adversities;
I will be glad and rejoice in thy lovingkindness; For thou hast seen my affliction: Thou hast known my soul in adversities;
I will be glad and have delight in your mercy; because you have seen my trouble; you have had pity on my soul in its sorrows;
I will celebrate, happy in your love that never fails, for you have seen the problems I face and have paid attention to my troubles.
I wil be glad and reioyce in thy mercie: for thou hast seene my trouble: thou hast knowen my soule in aduersities,
I rejoice, and am glad in Thy kindness, In that Thou hast seen mine affliction, Thou hast known in adversities my soul.
I will be glad and rejoice in your loving kindness, for you have seen my affliction. You have known my soul in adversities.
I will be glad and rejoice in thy mercy: for thou hast considered my trouble; thou hast known my soul in adversities;
Thou art my refuge from the trouble which hath encompassed me: my joy, deliver me from them that surround me.
I will be very glad [DOU] because you faithfully love me. You see me when I have been afflicted, and you have known when I have had troubles.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 31:7
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Psalms 31:7 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
שָׂנֵ֗אתִי
הַ/שֹּׁמְרִ֥ים
הַבְלֵי
שָׁ֑וְא
וַ֝/אֲנִ֗י
אֶל
יְהוָ֥ה
בָּטָֽחְתִּי
שָׂנֵ֗אתִי
sânêʼ
H8130
to hate
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
הַ/שֹּׁמְרִ֥ים
shâmar
H8104
to keep
Art | V-Qal
הַבְלֵי
hebel
H1892
vanity
N-mp
שָׁ֑וְא
shâvᵉʼ
H7723
vanity
N-ms
וַ֝/אֲנִ֗י
ʼănîy
H589
I
Conj | Pron
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
יְהוָ֥ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
בָּטָֽחְתִּי
bâṭach
H982
to trust
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 31:7
שָׂנֵ֗אתִי
sânêʼ
H8130
"to hate"
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
To hate means to feel intense dislike or hostility, as seen in the actions of enemies or foes in the Bible. It can also describe God's hatred of sin.
Definition: 1) to hate, be hateful 1a) (Qal) to hate 1a1) of man 1a2) of God 1a3) hater, one hating, enemy (participle) (subst) 1b) (Niphal) to be hated 1c) (Piel) hater (participle) 1c1) of persons, nations, God, wisdom Aramaic equivalent: se.ne (שְׂנָא "to hate" H8131)
Usage: Occurs in 139 OT verses. KJV: enemy, foe, (be) hate(-ful, -r), odious, [idiom] utterly. See also: Genesis 24:60; Psalms 50:17; Psalms 5:6.
הַ/שֹּׁמְרִ֥ים
shâmar
H8104
"to keep"
Art | V-Qal
To keep or obey means to protect, attend to, or guard something, like keeping a promise or watching over someone, as seen in the commands to observe the Sabbath.
Definition: : obey/observe 1) to keep, guard, observe, give heed 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to keep, have charge of 1a2) to keep, guard, keep watch and ward, protect, save life 1a2a) watch, watchman (participle) 1a3) to watch for, wait for 1a4) to watch, observe 1a5) to keep, retain, treasure up (in memory) 1a6) to keep (within bounds), restrain 1a7) to observe, celebrate, keep (sabbath or covenant or commands), perform (vow) 1a8) to keep, preserve, protect 1a9) to keep, reserve 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be on one's guard, take heed, take care, beware 1b2) to keep oneself, refrain, abstain 1b3) to be kept, be guarded 1c) (Piel) to keep, pay heed 1d) (Hithpael) to keep oneself from
Usage: Occurs in 440 OT verses. KJV: beward, be circumspect, take heed (to self), keep(-er, self), mark, look narrowly, observe, preserve, regard, reserve, save (self), sure, (that lay) wait (for), watch(-man). See also: Genesis 2:15; Deuteronomy 11:1; 1 Kings 14:8.
הַבְלֵי
hebel
H1892
"vanity"
N-mp
Hebel means emptiness or vanity, describing something transitory and unsatisfactory, like a breath of air. It appears in the book of Ecclesiastes, where Solomon writes about life's fleeting nature. The KJV translates it as vanity or altogether.
Definition: 1) vapour, breath 1a) breath, vapour 1b) vanity (fig.) adv 2) vainly
Usage: Occurs in 64 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] altogether, vain, vanity. See also: Deuteronomy 32:21; Ecclesiastes 4:7; Psalms 31:7.
שָׁ֑וְא
shâvᵉʼ
H7723
"vanity"
N-ms
Vanity or falsehood, this word describes something empty, useless, or deceitful, like the idols worshipped by the Israelites in Isaiah 41:29, or the lies and false promises spoken by false prophets in Jeremiah 23:25.
Definition: : false 1) emptiness, vanity, falsehood 1a) emptiness, nothingness, vanity 1b) emptiness of speech, lying 1c) worthlessness (of conduct) Also means: shav (שָׁוְא ": vain" H7723H)
Usage: Occurs in 48 OT verses. KJV: false(-ly), lie, lying, vain, vanity. See also: Exodus 20:7; Isaiah 1:13; Psalms 12:3.
וַ֝/אֲנִ֗י
ʼănîy
H589
"I"
Conj | Pron
This Hebrew word is a simple way of saying 'I' or 'me', often used for emphasis. It is used by people like David in the Psalms to express their thoughts and feelings. The word is a basic part of the Hebrew language.
Definition: I (first pers. sing. -usually used for emphasis)
Usage: Occurs in 803 OT verses. KJV: I, (as for) me, mine, myself, we, [idiom] which, [idiom] who. See also: Genesis 6:17; Leviticus 19:36; 1 Samuel 25:24.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
יְהוָ֥ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
בָּטָֽחְתִּי
bâṭach
H982
"to trust"
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
To trust means to have confidence or faith in something or someone, like the Israelites trusting in God to lead them through the desert, as seen in Psalm 23.
Definition: 1) to trust 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to trust, trust in 1a2) to have confidence, be confident 1a3) to be bold 1a4) to be secure 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to trust, make secure 2) (TWOT) to feel safe, be careless
Usage: Occurs in 117 OT verses. KJV: be bold (confident, secure, sure), careless (one, woman), put confidence, (make to) hope, (put, make to) trust. See also: Deuteronomy 28:52; Psalms 118:8; Psalms 4:6.
Study Notes — Psalms 31:7
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 31:7 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 31:7
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 31:7
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 31:7
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 31:7
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 31:7
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 31:7
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 31:7
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 31:7
- Sermons on Psalms 31:7
Context — Into Your Hands I Commit My Spirit
5Into Your hands I commit my spirit; You have redeemed me, O LORD, God of truth.
6I hate those who cling to worthless idols, but in the LORD I trust.
7I will be glad and rejoice in Your loving devotion, for You have seen my affliction; You have known the anguish of my soul.
8You have not delivered me to the enemy; You have set my feet in the open. 9Be merciful to me, O LORD, for I am in distress; my eyes fail from sorrow, my soul and body as well.Cross References
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| 1 | Isaiah 49:13 | Shout for joy, O heavens; rejoice, O earth; break forth in song, O mountains! For the LORD has comforted His people, and He will have compassion on His afflicted ones. |
| 2 | Isaiah 63:9 | In all their distress, He too was afflicted, and the Angel of His Presence saved them. In His love and compassion He redeemed them; He lifted them up and carried them all the days of old. |
| 3 | Psalms 119:153 | Look upon my affliction and rescue me, for I have not forgotten Your law. |
| 4 | 2 Timothy 2:19 | Nevertheless, God’s firm foundation stands, bearing this seal: “The Lord knows those who are His,” and, “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord must turn away from iniquity.” |
| 5 | Isaiah 63:16 | Yet You are our Father, though Abraham does not know us and Israel does not acknowledge us. You, O LORD, are our Father; our Redeemer from Everlasting is Your name. |
| 6 | Galatians 4:9 | But now that you know God, or rather are known by God, how is it that you are turning back to those weak and worthless principles? Do you wish to be enslaved by them all over again? |
| 7 | John 10:27–30 | My sheep listen to My voice; I know them, and they follow Me. I give them eternal life, and they will never perish. No one can snatch them out of My hand. My Father who has given them to Me is greater than all. No one can snatch them out of My Father’s hand. I and the Father are one.” |
| 8 | Lamentations 3:50 | until the LORD looks down from heaven and sees. |
| 9 | Psalms 71:20 | Though You have shown me many troubles and misfortunes, You will revive me once again. Even from the depths of the earth You will bring me back up. |
| 10 | Isaiah 43:2 | When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you go through the rivers, they will not overwhelm you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be scorched; the flames will not set you ablaze. |
Psalms 31:7 Summary
Psalms 31:7 means that we can be happy and rejoice because God loves us and cares about what we're going through, even when things seem really tough. This is similar to what David said in Psalms 23:4, where he trusted in God's presence and guidance. God sees our struggles and knows how we feel, and He wants us to trust in His love for us, just like it says in Jeremiah 29:11, where He promises to have plans to prosper us, not to harm us. By choosing to trust in God's loving devotion, we can find peace and comfort, even in the midst of hardships, and remember that He has redeemed us, as stated in Psalms 31:5.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to rejoice in God's loving devotion?
Rejoicing in God's loving devotion means trusting in His love and care for us, even in difficult times, as seen in Psalms 31:7, and is similar to the trust expressed in Psalms 23:4, where David trusted in God's presence and guidance.
How can I be sure God sees my affliction and knows my soul's anguish?
The Bible assures us that God is all-knowing and sees our struggles, as stated in Psalms 31:7 and Jeremiah 29:11, where He promises to have plans to prosper us, not to harm us.
What is the difference between God's loving devotion and the world's definition of love?
God's loving devotion, as seen in Psalms 31:7, is a selfless, unwavering commitment to our well-being, unlike the world's definition of love, which can be fleeting and conditional, as warned against in 1 John 2:15-17.
How can I practically apply this verse to my life when I'm facing hardships?
Applying Psalms 31:7 to our lives means choosing to trust in God's loving devotion, even when we can't see a way out of our struggles, and remembering that He has redeemed us, as stated in Psalms 31:5, and will guide us through our difficulties, as promised in Isaiah 43:2.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can rejoice in God's loving devotion today, despite my current challenges?
- How has God shown me His loving devotion in the past, and what can I learn from those experiences?
- What are some areas of my life where I'm struggling to trust in God's loving devotion, and how can I surrender those to Him?
- In what ways can I use my story of God's faithfulness to encourage others who are struggling, just as David did in Psalms 31:7?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 31:7
I will be glad, and rejoice in thy mercy,.... Both because of the nature of it, which is large and abundant, free and sovereign, from everlasting to everlasting, and is communicated in and through
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 31:7
I will be glad and rejoice in thy mercy: for thou hast considered my trouble; thou hast known my soul in adversities; I will ... rejoice in thy mercy.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 31:7
Thou hast known, i.e. loved me, and cared for me; for words of knowledge commonly imply affection.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 31:7
Psalms 31:7 I will be glad and rejoice in thy mercy: for thou hast considered my trouble; thou hast known my soul in adversities;Ver. 7. I will be glad and rejoice] In the midst of trouble faith will find matter of joy; as extracting abundance of comfort in most desperate distresses from the precious promises and former experiences. Thou hast known my soul in adversity] God knows our souls best, Psalms 1:6, and we know him best, in adversity. Isaiah 63:16, the Church thought she should know him in the midst of all his austerities.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 31:7
Verse 7. Thou hast known my soul in adversities] When all forsook me; when none could help me; when I could not save my own life; when my enemies were sure that I could not escape; then I found thee to be my Friend and Supporter. When friend, so called, finds it convenient not to know his friend in affliction and poverty, then thou didst acknowledge me as thine own, all worthless as I was. Human friendships may fail; but the Friend of sinners never fails. Cicero defines a real friend, Amicus certus in re incerta cernitor: "A friend in need is a friend indeed." Reader, such a Friend is the Lord.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 31:7
7. Let me be glad and rejoice in thy lovingkindness: For thou hast seen my affliction; Thou hast taken knowledge of the distresses of my soul. An entreaty, based upon past experience. Here, and in Psalms 31:8, as well as in 5 b, it is more natural to understand the perfect tenses to refer to past mercies, rather than as a confident anticipation of future deliverance. With the second line cp. Psalms 9:13.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 31:7
I will be glad and rejoice in thy mercy - I will triumph and joy in thy mercy; that is, in the mercy which he had already experienced, and in that which he still hoped to enjoy.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 31:7
7. For thou hast considered my trouble—The psalmist comforts himself with the thought that God has thoroughly known both his affliction and deportment under trials, and, by implication, would do what was befitting the case.
Sermons on Psalms 31:7
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God Doesn't Give Up on Children Who Fall by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher addresses the bondage and fear that many people experience due to past traumas and sins. He emphasizes that God's hand is a hand of love and deliveranc |
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Thou Hast Set My Feet in a Large Place by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher begins by referencing Isaiah 4 and Psalms 42, focusing on the theme of finding hope and help in God's presence. He encourages the congregation to refle |
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Accusing God of Child Neglect! by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson addresses the misconception of accusing God of child neglect, emphasizing that God communicates with His children through probing questions that reveal our innermos |
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A Very Present Help in Trouble by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes that Christians often face overwhelming hardships, yet they must remember their worth and God's unwavering presence. He reassures believers that God is a |
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Our Daily Homily - Psalms Part 2 by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the necessity of spiritual purity and the importance of approaching God with a clean heart, as illustrated in Psalms 26:6. He explains that true cleansing com |
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The Secret of Gladness by J.R. Miller | J.R. Miller emphasizes the secret of gladness in the Christian life, asserting that true joy is not dependent on circumstances but is rooted in God's love and grace. He explains th |
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Isaiah 49 by Robert F. Adcock | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the comforting and reassuring nature of God's love and care for his people. He highlights the fact that God is in control of everything and |