King James Version

What Does psalm 41:2 Mean?

psalm 41:2 in the King James Version says “The LORD will preserve him, and keep him alive; and he shall be blessed upon the earth: and thou wilt not deliver him un...” — study this verse from psalm chapter 41 with commentary, cross-references, and original Greek word analysis.

“The LORD will preserve him, and keep him alive; and he shall be blessed upon the earth: and thou wilt not deliver him unto the will of his enemies. thou: or, do not thou deliver”

psalm 41:2 · KJV

Context

1

To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. Blessed is he that considereth the poor: the LORD will deliver him in time of trouble. the poor: or, the weak, or, sick in time: Heb. in the day of evil

2

The LORD will preserve him, and keep him alive; and he shall be blessed upon the earth: and thou wilt not deliver him unto the will of his enemies. thou: or, do not thou deliver

3

The LORD will strengthen him upon the bed of languishing: thou wilt make all his bed in his sickness. make: Heb. turn

4

I said, LORD, be merciful unto me: heal my soul; for I have sinned against thee.

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Study Guide

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Theological Significance

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