Psalms 34:19
Psalms 34:19 in Multiple Translations
Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the LORD delivers him from them all.
Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of them all.
Many are the afflictions of the righteous; But Jehovah delivereth him out of them all.
Great are the troubles of the upright: but the Lord takes him safely out of them all.
Those who do right have many problems, but the Lord solves all of them.
Great are the troubles of the righteous: but the Lord deliuereth him out of them all.
Many [are] the evils of the righteous, Out of them all doth Jehovah deliver him.
Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the LORD delivers him out of them all.
Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of them all.
Let not them that are my enemies wrongfully rejoice over me: who have hated me without cause, and wink with the eyes.
Righteous people may have many troubles, but Yahweh rescues them from all those troubles.
If somebody lives the right way, that person might still have a lot of troubles. But God will save that person from all those troubles.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 34:19
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Psalms 34:19 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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קָר֣וֹב
יְ֭הוָה
לְ/נִשְׁבְּרֵי
לֵ֑ב
וְֽ/אֶת
דַּכְּאֵי
ר֥וּחַ
יוֹשִֽׁיעַ
קָר֣וֹב
qârôwb
H7138
near
Adj
יְ֭הוָה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
לְ/נִשְׁבְּרֵי
shâbar
H7665
to break
Prep | V-Niphal
לֵ֑ב
lêb
H3820
heart
N-ms
וְֽ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
דַּכְּאֵי
dakkâʼ
H1793
contrite
Adj
ר֥וּחַ
rûwach
H7307
spirit
N-cs
יוֹשִֽׁיעַ
yâshaʻ
H3467
to save
V-Hiphil-Imperf-3ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 34:19
קָר֣וֹב
qârôwb
H7138
"near"
Adj
This Hebrew word means near, describing something close in place, time, or relationship. It is used in the book of Genesis to describe family relationships. The word is used to describe a close connection.
Definition: 1) near 1a) of place 1b) of time 1c) of personal relationship 1c1) kinship
Usage: Occurs in 76 OT verses. KJV: allied, approach, at hand, [phrase] any of kin, kinsfold(-sman), (that is) near (of kin), neighbour, (that is) next, (them that come) nigh (at hand), more ready, short(-ly). See also: Genesis 19:20; Psalms 75:2; Psalms 15:3.
יְ֭הוָה
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.
לְ/נִשְׁבְּרֵי
shâbar
H7665
"to break"
Prep | V-Niphal
This word means to break or shatter something, either physically or emotionally. It can also mean to burst or rupture, and is often used to describe intense violence or destruction. In the Bible, it's translated as break or crush.
Definition: 1) to break, break in pieces 1a) (Qal) 1a1) break, break in or down, rend violently, wreck, crush, quench 1a2) to break, rupture (fig) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be broken, be maimed, be crippled, be wrecked 1b2) to be broken, be crushed (fig) 1c) (Piel) to shatter, break 1d) (Hiphil) to cause to break out, bring to the birth 1e) (Hophal) to be broken, be shattered Aramaic equivalent: te.var (תְּבַר "to break" H8406)
Usage: Occurs in 143 OT verses. KJV: break (down, off, in pieces, up), broken (-hearted), bring to the birth, crush, destroy, hurt, quench, [idiom] quite, tear, view (by mistake for H7663 (שָׂבַר)). See also: Genesis 19:9; Isaiah 27:11; Psalms 3:8.
לֵ֑ב
lêb
H3820
"heart"
N-ms
Leb refers to the heart, but also represents feelings, will, and intellect in the Bible. It is used figuratively to describe the center of something, and is often translated as heart or mind. Leb is a complex concept that encompasses emotions and thoughts.
Definition: 1) inner man, mind, will, heart, understanding 1a) inner part, midst 1a1) midst (of things) 1a2) heart (of man) 1a3) soul, heart (of man) 1a4) mind, knowledge, thinking, reflection, memory 1a5) inclination, resolution, determination (of will) 1a6) conscience 1a7) heart (of moral character) 1a8) as seat of appetites 1a9) as seat of emotions and passions 1a10) as seat of courage
Usage: Occurs in 552 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] care for, comfortably, consent, [idiom] considered, courag(-eous), friend(-ly), ((broken-), (hard-), (merry-), (stiff-), (stout-), double) heart(-ed), [idiom] heed, [idiom] I, kindly, midst, mind(-ed), [idiom] regard(-ed), [idiom] themselves, [idiom] unawares, understanding, [idiom] well, willingly, wisdom. See also: Genesis 6:5; 2 Samuel 13:33; Psalms 4:8.
וְֽ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
דַּכְּאֵי
dakkâʼ
H1793
"contrite"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means being crushed or broken into powder, like dust. It describes someone who is truly sorry for their sins, like in Psalm 51:17. This word shows a deep sense of regret and humility.
Definition: adj contrite
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: contrite, destruction. See also: Psalms 34:19; Psalms 90:3; Isaiah 57:15.
ר֥וּחַ
rûwach
H7307
"spirit"
N-cs
In the Bible, this word for spirit refers to the breath of life, the wind, or a person's mind and emotions, as seen in the book of Ezekiel.
Definition: : spirit 1) wind, breath, mind, spirit 1a) breath 1b) wind 1b1) of heaven 1b2) quarter (of wind), side 1b3) breath of air 1b4) air, gas 1b5) vain, empty thing 1c) spirit (as that which breathes quickly in animation or agitation) 1c1) spirit, animation, vivacity, vigour 1c2) courage 1c3) temper, anger 1c4) impatience, patience 1c5) spirit, disposition (as troubled, bitter, discontented) 1c6) disposition (of various kinds), unaccountable or uncontrollable impulse 1c7) prophetic spirit 1d) spirit (of the living, breathing being in man and animals) 1d1) as gift, preserved by God, God's spirit, departing at death, disembodied being 1e) spirit (as seat of emotion) 1e1) desire 1e2) sorrow, trouble 1f) spirit 1f1) as seat or organ of mental acts 1f2) rarely of the will 1f3) as seat especially of moral character 1g) Spirit of God, the third person of the triune God, the Holy Spirit, coequal, coeternal with the Father and the Son 1g1) as inspiring ecstatic state of prophecy 1g2) as impelling prophet to utter instruction or warning 1g3) imparting warlike energy and executive and administrative power 1g4) as endowing men with various gifts 1g5) as energy of life 1g6) as manifest in the Shekinah glory 1g7) never referred to as a depersonalised force
Usage: Occurs in 348 OT verses. KJV: air, anger, blast, breath, [idiom] cool, courage, mind, [idiom] quarter, [idiom] side, spirit(-ual), tempest, [idiom] vain, (whirl-) wind(-y). See also: Genesis 1:2; Job 6:26; Psalms 1:4.
יוֹשִֽׁיעַ
yâshaʻ
H3467
"to save"
V-Hiphil-Imperf-3ms
Means to save or be delivered, used in the Bible to describe being freed from danger or trouble, like in battle or from moral struggles, as seen in the Psalms and Proverbs.
Definition: 1) to save, be saved, be delivered 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to be liberated, be saved, be delivered 1a2) to be saved (in battle), be victorious 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to save, deliver 1b2) to save from moral troubles 1b3) to give victory to
Usage: Occurs in 198 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] at all, avenging, defend, deliver(-er), help, preserve, rescue, be safe, bring (having) salvation, save(-iour), get victory. See also: Exodus 2:17; Psalms 55:17; Psalms 3:8.
Study Notes — Psalms 34:19
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- Context
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- Psalms 34:19 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 34:19
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 34:19
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 34:19
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 34:19
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 34:19
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 34:19
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 34:19
- Sermons on Psalms 34:19
Context — Taste and See That the LORD Is Good
17The righteous cry out, and the LORD hears; He delivers them from all their troubles.
18The LORD is near to the brokenhearted; He saves the contrite in spirit.
19Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the LORD delivers him from them all.
20He protects all his bones; not one of them will be broken. 21Evil will slay the wicked, and the haters of the righteous will be condemned.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 34:17 | The righteous cry out, and the LORD hears; He delivers them from all their troubles. |
| 2 | 1 Peter 4:12–13 | Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial that has come upon you, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice that you share in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed at the revelation of His glory. |
| 3 | Psalms 34:6 | This poor man called out, and the LORD heard him; He saved him from all his troubles. |
| 4 | 2 Corinthians 4:17 | For our light and momentary affliction is producing for us an eternal glory that is far beyond comparison. |
| 5 | John 16:33 | I have told you these things so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take courage; I have overcome the world!” |
| 6 | Psalms 34:4 | I sought the LORD, and He answered me; He delivered me from all my fears. |
| 7 | 2 Timothy 3:11–12 | my persecutions, and the sufferings that came upon me in Antioch, Iconium, and Lystra. What persecutions I endured! Yet the Lord rescued me from all of them. Indeed, all who desire to live godly lives in Christ Jesus will be persecuted, |
| 8 | Job 5:19 | He will rescue you from six calamities; no harm will touch you in seven. |
| 9 | Proverbs 24:16 | For though a righteous man may fall seven times, he still gets up; but the wicked stumble in bad times. |
| 10 | 2 Corinthians 4:7–12 | Now we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this surpassingly great power is from God and not from us. We are hard pressed on all sides, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed. We always carry around in our body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be revealed in our body. For we who are alive are always consigned to death for Jesus’ sake, so that the life of Jesus may also be revealed in our mortal body. So then, death is at work in us, but life is at work in you. |
Psalms 34:19 Summary
[Psalms 34:19 tells us that even though the righteous may face many hardships, God will always deliver them. This means that no matter what challenges we face, we can trust that God will help us through them, as seen in Psalm 23:4, where it says God is with us even in the darkest valleys. This promise gives us hope and comfort, reminding us that God is always with us and will never leave us, as stated in Hebrews 13:5. By trusting in God's deliverance, we can face life's challenges with courage and confidence, knowing that He will work all things together for our good, as stated in Romans 8:28.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do the righteous experience afflictions if God is sovereign?
The Bible teaches that God's ways are not our ways, and His thoughts are not our thoughts, as seen in Isaiah 55:8-9, and the righteous may experience afflictions to refine their faith, as stated in 1 Peter 1:7.
What kind of deliverance can we expect from the Lord?
According to Psalms 34:19, the Lord delivers the righteous from all their afflictions, which can include physical, emotional, and spiritual deliverance, as seen in Psalm 107:20, where it says God sent His word and healed them.
Does this verse mean that believers will never experience hardships?
No, this verse does not promise a life free from hardships, but rather that the Lord will deliver the righteous from their afflictions, as stated in Psalm 34:19, and this can be seen in the life of Job, who experienced great suffering but was ultimately delivered by God, as recorded in the book of Job.
How can we be sure of the Lord's deliverance in our lives?
We can be sure of the Lord's deliverance because of His faithfulness and love for us, as stated in Lamentations 3:22-23, and by trusting in His goodness and sovereignty, as seen in Romans 8:28, we can have confidence that He will work all things together for our good.
Reflection Questions
- What are some afflictions I am currently facing, and how can I trust God to deliver me from them?
- In what ways have I experienced God's deliverance in my life, and how can I give thanks for those times?
- How can I apply the promise of Psalms 34:19 to a difficult situation I am currently facing, and what steps can I take to trust God for deliverance?
- What does this verse teach me about God's character, and how can I grow in my understanding of His love and faithfulness?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 34:19
Many [are] the afflictions of the righteous,.... This may be understood of some one particular righteous person, since the singular number is here made use of; whereas the plural is always used
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 34:19
Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of them all. Many are the afflictions ... - (Psalms 34:6; Psalms 34:17.) Such was the case with Job.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 34:19
Psalms 34:19 Many [are] the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of them all.Ver. 19. Many are the troubles, &c.] Dei sunt nuntii, these are God’ s messengers, saith Kimchi, and they seldom come single. See James 1:2. Sent they are also to the wicked, Psalms 32:10, but on another errand, and for another end. The righteous, per augusta ad augustum, per spinas ad rosas, per motum ad quietem, per procellas ad portum, per crucem ad caelum contendunt, through many tribulations they enter into God’ s kingdom. Not so the wicked; their crosses are but a typical hell. But the Lord delivereth him out of them all] No country hath more venomous creatures, none more antidotes, than Egypt; so godliness hath many troubles, and as many helps against trouble.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 34:19
Verse 19. Many are the afflictions of the righteous] No commander would do justice to a brave and skilful soldier, by refusing him opportunities to put his skill and bravery to proof by combating with the adversary; or by preventing him from taking the post of danger when necessity required it. The righteous are God's soldiers. He suffers them to be tried, and sometimes to enter into the hottest of the battle and in their victory the power and influence of the grace of God is shown, as well as their faithfulness. Delivereth him out of them all.] He may well combat heartily, who knows that if he fight in the Lord, he shall necessarily be the conqueror.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 34:19
19. No exemption from evils is promised to the righteous man, but out of them all the Lord rescues him (Psalms 34:4; Psalms 34:17).
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 34:19
Many are the afflictions of the righteous - This is not intended to affirm that the afflictions of the righteous are more numerous or more severe than the afflictions of other men, but that they are
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 34:19
15-22. These closing words are devoted to an earnest digest of the moral government of God in redeeming the humble and contrite, and punishing the wicked. Broken heart… contrite spirit—Comp. Psalms 51:17; 1 Samuel 16:7.
Sermons on Psalms 34:19
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(Nicaragua) the Lord Has Promised to Deliver You by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher, who has been preaching for over 54 years, emphasizes the faithfulness of God throughout his ministry. He mentions that he and another pastor, Gary, wi |
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(2008 Usa Tour) the Secret Place by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the need for addressing important matters from the Bible in every congregation. They urge for a sense of urgency and carefulness in addressin |
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Ever-Present Help in the Time of Trouble by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having a conversation with God. He highlights the fact that God is always near and ready to listen and deliver us from trou |
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Bearing Fruit - Part 3 by Keith Daniel | This sermon emphasizes the reality of trials, tribulations, and persecution that believers may face, contrary to the false teachings of prosperity and guaranteed healing. It highli |
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Mr. Fearing Comforted by C.H. Spurgeon | In this sermon, the minister addresses the issue of doubt and the tendency to focus on visible circumstances rather than trusting in God. He uses the example of Peter walking on wa |
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(The Man God Blesses) Psalm 73 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes that God allows trials in our lives to develop our character and strengthen our ability to stand up for what is right. He points out that man |
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The Mind of Christ by Bill McLeod | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of following Christ rather than Satan. He encourages the audience to be willing to be thought of as nothing so that Christ can |