King James Version
What Does Psalms 31:24 Mean?
“Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the LORD.”
Context
22
For I said in my haste, I am cut off from before thine eyes: nevertheless thou heardest the voice of my supplications when I cried unto thee.
23
O love the LORD, all ye his saints: for the LORD preserveth the faithful, and plentifully rewardeth the proud doer.
24
Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the LORD.
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Commentary
Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers(24) **Be of good courage.**—Cf. Psalm 27:14.
Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers
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Historical Context
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Theological Significance
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