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Psalms 32:5 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Psalms 32:5 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 32 verse 5 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“I acknowledged my sin unto thee, and mine iniquity have I not hid. I said, I will confess my transgressions unto the LORD; and thou forgavest the iniquity of my sin. Selah.”
Psalms 32:5 (KJV)
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Commentary on Psalms 32:5
This pivotal verse records the turning point from misery to blessing—the moment of confession and forgiveness. The emphatic 'I acknowledged my sin unto thee' uses yada (acknowledge, know, confess) indicating transparent admission. After months of silence (v.3), concealment, and internal torment, David finally speaks honestly to God. The personal pronouns emphasize direct divine-human encounter: 'I... unto thee'—no intermediary, no ritual substitute, just naked soul before God.The parallel intensifies: 'and mine iniquity have I not hid'. Double negative emphasizes completeness—David stopped hid...
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Cross-References for Psalms 32:5
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“but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.”
“I have sinned against Yahweh. Nathan said to David”
“For I acknowledge my transgressions: and my sin is ever before me.”
“For I will declare mine iniquity; I will be sorry for my sin.”
“before they call”
“we deceive ourselves”
“so far has he removed our transgressions from us.”
“and let us return unto the LORD; For He hath torn”
“but joy comes in the morning.”
“I have sinned greatly in that which I have done: but now”