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Psalms 34:18 Cross-References
Explore 14 cross-references for Psalms 34:18 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 34 verse 18 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit. unto: Heb. to the broken of heart of a contrite: Heb. contrite of spirit”
Psalms 34:18 (KJV)
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Commentary on Psalms 34:18
The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit. David reveals God's particular nearness to brokenhearted and His saving of contrite. This demonstrates God's compassion for humble sufferers and His commitment to save those recognizing their spiritual poverty.The LORD is nigh unto declares divine proximity. Nigh (qarob) means near, close, at hand. God isn't distant from suffering but close to sufferers. This nearness is personal, intentional, compassionate. Them that are of a broken heart identifies those experiencing nearness. Broken heart (sha...
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Cross-References for Psalms 34:18
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“and binds up their wounds.”
“to all who call on him in truth.”
“whose name is Holy: I dwell in the high and holy place”
“to proclaim liberty to the captives”
“O God”
“and a new spirit will I put within you; and I will take away the stony heart out of your flesh”
“and [so] all these things came to be”
“that glory may dwell in our land.”
“Seek ye the LORD while he may be found”