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I will rejoice because you have rescued me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/13.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />But I have trusted in your steadfast love; my heart shall rejoice in your salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/13.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />But I have trusted in Your loving devotion; my heart will rejoice in Your salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/13.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />But I have trusted in thy mercy; my heart shall rejoice in thy salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/13.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />But I have trusted in Your mercy; My heart shall rejoice in Your salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/13.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />But I have trusted in Your faithfulness; My heart shall rejoice in Your salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/13.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />But I have trusted in Your lovingkindness; My heart shall rejoice in Your salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/13.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />But I have trusted in Thy lovingkindness; My heart shall rejoice in Thy salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/13.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />But I have trusted in Your lovingkindness; My heart shall rejoice in Your salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/13.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />But I have trusted <i>and</i> relied on <i>and</i> been confident in Your lovingkindness <i>and</i> faithfulness; My heart shall rejoice <i>and</i> delight in Your salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/13.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />But I have trusted in your faithful love; my heart will rejoice in your deliverance.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/13.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />But I have trusted in Your faithful love; my heart will rejoice in Your deliverance. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/13.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />But I have trusted in thy lovingkindness; My heart shall rejoice in thy salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/13.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />I trust your love, and I feel like celebrating because you rescued me. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/13.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />But I have trusted in thy mercy; my heart shall rejoice in thy salvation:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/13.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />But I trust your mercy. My heart finds joy in your salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/13.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />I rely on your constant love; I will be glad, because you will rescue me. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/13.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />As for me, I have trusted in your gracious love, my heart will rejoice in your deliverance.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/13.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />But I have trusted in Your loving devotion; my heart will rejoice in Your salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/13.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />But I trust in your faithfulness. May I rejoice because of your deliverance! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/13.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />But I trust in your loving kindness. My heart rejoices in your salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/13.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />But I have trusted in thy mercy; my heart shall rejoice in thy salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/13.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />But I trust in your loving kindness. My heart rejoices in your salvation. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/13.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And I have trusted in Your kindness, "" My heart rejoices in Your salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/13.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And I, in Thy kindness I have trusted, Rejoice doth my heart in Thy salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/13.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Lest mine enemy shall say, I prevailed against him; mine adversaries shall exult when I shall be moved.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/13.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />lest at any time my enemy say: I have prevailed against him. They that trouble me will rejoice when I am moved: <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/13.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 12:5>lest at any time my enemy may say, “I have prevailed against him.” Those who trouble me will exult, if I have been disturbed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/13.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Lest my enemy say, “I have prevailed,” lest my foes rejoice at my downfall. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/13.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />But I trusted in your steadfast love; my heart shall rejoice in your salvation.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/13.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />But I have trusted in thy mercy; my heart shall rejoice in thy salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/13.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />I have trusted upon your kindness; my heart will exult in your salvation and I shall glorify LORD JEHOVAH who has delivered me.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/13.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />But as for me, in Thy mercy do I trust; My heart shall rejoice in Thy salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/13.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />But I have hoped in thy mercy; my heart shall exult in thy salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/13-5.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nFaD2oDhKPc?start=1133" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/psalms/13.htm">How Long, O LORD?</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">4</span>lest my enemy say, “I have overcome him,” and my foes rejoice when I fall. <span class="reftext">5</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/589.htm" title="589: wa·’ă·nî (Conj-w:: Pro-1cs) -- I. Contracted from 'anokiy; I.">But I</a> <a href="/hebrew/982.htm" title="982: ḇā·ṭaḥ·tî (V-Qal-Perf-1cs) -- To trust. A primitive root; properly, to hie for refuge; figuratively, to trust, be confident or sure.">have trusted</a> <a href="/hebrew/2617.htm" title="2617: bə·ḥas·də·ḵā (Prep-b:: N-msc:: 2ms) -- Kindness, piety, reproof, beauty. From chacad; kindness; by implication piety: rarely reproof, or Beauty.">in Your loving devotion;</a> <a href="/hebrew/3820.htm" title="3820: lib·bî (N-msc:: 1cs) -- A form of lebab; the heart; also used very widely for the feelings, the will and even the intellect; likewise for the centre of anything.">my heart</a> <a href="/hebrew/1523.htm" title="1523: yā·ḡêl (V-Qal-Imperf.Jus-3ms) -- To rejoice. Or guwl; a primitive root; properly, to spin round, i.e. Usually rejoice, or fear.">will rejoice</a> <a href="/hebrew/3444.htm" title="3444: bî·šū·‘ā·ṯe·ḵā (Prep-b:: N-fsc:: 2ms) -- Salvation. Feminine passive participle of yasha'; something saved, i.e. deliverance; hence, aid, victory, prosperity.">in Your salvation.</a> </span><span class="reftext">6</span>I will sing to the LORD, for He has been good to me.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/15-13.htm">Romans 15:13</a></span><br />Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you believe in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/1-8.htm">1 Peter 1:8-9</a></span><br />Though you have not seen Him, you love Him; and though you do not see Him now, you believe in Him and rejoice with an inexpressible and glorious joy, / now that you are receiving the goal of your faith, the salvation of your souls.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/16-22.htm">John 16:22</a></span><br />So also you have sorrow now, but I will see you again and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/4-4.htm">Philippians 4:4</a></span><br />Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_thessalonians/5-16.htm">1 Thessalonians 5:16</a></span><br />Rejoice at all times.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/galatians/5-22.htm">Galatians 5:22</a></span><br />But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/5-2.htm">Romans 5:2-5</a></span><br />through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we stand. And we rejoice in the hope of the glory of God. / Not only that, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; / perseverance, character; and character, hope. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/10-35.htm">Hebrews 10:35-36</a></span><br />So do not throw away your confidence; it holds a great reward. / You need to persevere, so that after you have done the will of God, you will receive what He has promised.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/1-24.htm">2 Corinthians 1:24</a></span><br />Not that we lord it over your faith, but we are fellow workers with you for your joy, because it is by faith that you stand firm.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/2-8.htm">Ephesians 2:8</a></span><br />For it is by grace you have been saved through faith, and this not from yourselves; it is the gift of God,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/12-2.htm">Isaiah 12:2</a></span><br />Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. For the LORD GOD is my strength and my song, and He also has become my salvation.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/habakkuk/3-18.htm">Habakkuk 3:18</a></span><br />yet I will exult in the LORD; I will rejoice in the God of my salvation!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/61-10.htm">Isaiah 61:10</a></span><br />I will rejoice greatly in the LORD, my soul will exult in my God; for He has clothed me with garments of salvation and wrapped me in a robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom wears a priestly headdress, as a bride adorns herself with her jewels.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/17-7.htm">Jeremiah 17:7</a></span><br />But blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/zephaniah/3-17.htm">Zephaniah 3:17</a></span><br />The LORD your God is among you; He is mighty to save. He will rejoice over you with gladness; He will quiet you with His love; He will rejoice over you with singing.”</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">But I have trusted in your mercy; my heart shall rejoice in your salvation.</p><p class="hdg">But</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/32-10.htm">Psalm 32:10</a></b></br> Many sorrows <i>shall be</i> to the wicked: but he that trusteth in the LORD, mercy shall compass him about.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/33-18.htm">Psalm 33:18,21,22</a></b></br> Behold, the eye of the LORD <i>is</i> upon them that fear him, upon them that hope in his mercy; … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/36-7.htm">Psalm 36:7</a></b></br> How excellent <i>is</i> thy lovingkindness, O God! therefore the children of men put their trust under the shadow of thy wings.</p><p class="hdg">my heart</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/9-14.htm">Psalm 9:14</a></b></br> That I may shew forth all thy praise in the gates of the daughter of Zion: I will rejoice in thy salvation.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/43-4.htm">Psalm 43:4,5</a></b></br> Then will I go unto the altar of God, unto God my exceeding joy: yea, upon the harp will I praise thee, O God my God… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/51-12.htm">Psalm 51:12</a></b></br> Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation; and uphold me <i>with thy</i> free spirit.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/2_kings/18-19.htm">Confided</a> <a href="/psalms/12-1.htm">Faith</a> <a href="/psalms/13-4.htm">Glad</a> <a href="/psalms/13-2.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/psalms/13-4.htm">Joyful</a> <a href="/psalms/6-4.htm">Kindness</a> <a href="/psalms/6-4.htm">Loving</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/1-8.htm">Loving-Kindness</a> <a href="/psalms/12-1.htm">Mercy</a> <a href="/psalms/13-4.htm">Rejoice</a> <a href="/job/39-21.htm">Rejoices</a> <a href="/psalms/12-5.htm">Salvation</a> <a href="/psalms/6-4.htm">Steadfast</a> <a href="/psalms/11-1.htm">Trust</a> <a href="/psalms/11-1.htm">Trusted</a> <a href="/psalms/6-4.htm">Unfailing</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/22-4.htm">Confided</a> <a href="/psalms/16-1.htm">Faith</a> <a href="/psalms/14-7.htm">Glad</a> <a href="/psalms/14-1.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/psalms/21-1.htm">Joyful</a> <a href="/psalms/17-7.htm">Kindness</a> <a href="/psalms/17-7.htm">Loving</a> <a href="/psalms/18-50.htm">Loving-Kindness</a> <a href="/psalms/17-7.htm">Mercy</a> <a href="/psalms/14-7.htm">Rejoice</a> <a href="/psalms/16-9.htm">Rejoices</a> <a href="/psalms/14-7.htm">Salvation</a> <a href="/psalms/17-7.htm">Steadfast</a> <a href="/psalms/16-1.htm">Trust</a> <a href="/psalms/22-4.htm">Trusted</a> <a href="/psalms/18-50.htm">Unfailing</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 13</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/13-1.htm">David complains of delay</a></span><br><span class="reftext">3. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/13-3.htm">He prays for preventing grace</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/13-5.htm">He boasts of divine mercy</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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The psalmist, traditionally identified as David, expresses a shift from lament to trust, highlighting a common pattern in the Psalms where despair turns to hope. This trust is rooted in the historical faithfulness of God to His people, as seen in the covenant with Abraham (<a href="/genesis/12.htm">Genesis 12:1-3</a>) and the deliverance from Egypt (<a href="/exodus/6-6.htm">Exodus 6:6-8</a>). The concept of "chesed" is central to the Old Testament, emphasizing God's unchanging nature and His commitment to His promises, which is a recurring theme throughout the Psalms (Psalm 136). This trust is not based on current circumstances but on the character of God, which is a model for believers to follow.<p><b>my heart will rejoice in Your salvation.</b><br>The psalmist anticipates a future joy that comes from God's deliverance, which is both a present experience and a future hope. "Salvation" in the Old Testament context often refers to deliverance from physical danger or enemies, but it also points to spiritual salvation, which finds its ultimate fulfillment in Jesus Christ. The joy mentioned here is a deep, abiding joy that transcends circumstances, reflecting the New Testament teaching found in <a href="/philippians/4-4.htm">Philippians 4:4</a>, "Rejoice in the Lord always." This joy is a response to God's saving acts, which are celebrated throughout the Psalms (<a href="/psalms/98.htm">Psalm 98:1-3</a>). The anticipation of salvation is prophetic, pointing to the coming Messiah, who would bring ultimate salvation to His people (<a href="/isaiah/53-5.htm">Isaiah 53:5-6</a>). The heart's rejoicing is an inward response to God's outward acts of grace, a theme that resonates with the joy of salvation found in the New Testament (<a href="/luke/1-47.htm">Luke 1:47</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/d/david.htm">David</a></b><br>The author of <a href="/bsb/psalms/13.htm">Psalm 13</a>, David is expressing his trust in God despite his circumstances. He is a central figure in the Old Testament, known for his deep relationship with God and his role as the second king of Israel.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>The recipient of David's trust and praise. In this verse, God is acknowledged for His "loving devotion" and "salvation," highlighting His character and actions.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/i/israel.htm">Israel</a></b><br>While not directly mentioned in this verse, the context of David's life and his role as king ties the psalm to the nation of Israel, which often faced trials and relied on God's deliverance.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/trust_in_god's_loving_devotion.htm">Trust in God's Loving Devotion</a></b><br>The Hebrew word for "loving devotion" (chesed) signifies God's steadfast love and mercy. Believers are encouraged to place their trust in this unwavering aspect of God's character.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/rejoicing_in_salvation.htm">Rejoicing in Salvation</a></b><br>Salvation is not just a future hope but a present reality that brings joy. The heart's response to God's saving work should be one of rejoicing, reflecting a deep-seated confidence in His deliverance.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faith_amidst_trials.htm">Faith Amidst Trials</a></b><br>David's declaration of trust comes in the midst of lament. This teaches us that faith is not the absence of struggle but the choice to trust God despite it.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_memory_in_faith.htm">The Role of Memory in Faith</a></b><br>Remembering past experiences of God's faithfulness can strengthen our trust in His current and future promises.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_interplay_of_emotion_and_faith.htm">The Interplay of Emotion and Faith</a></b><br>While emotions can fluctuate, faith in God's character provides a stable foundation. Rejoicing in salvation is an act of the will, rooted in trust.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_13.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 13</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_psalm_13_5-6's_shift_inconsistent.htm">Does the abrupt shift from despair to trust in Psalm 13:5–6 raise doubts about the psalm’s consistency or authenticity? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/key_themes_in_david's_psalms.htm">What are the key themes in the Psalms of David?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_if_i_doubt_my_salvation.htm">What if I doubt my salvation?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_psalm_13_4_align_with_god_as_protector.htm">How do we reconcile Psalm 13:4’s fear of enemies triumphing with the Bible’s portrayal of God as an ultimate protector? </a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/13.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(5) <span class= "bld">But I.</span>--Emphatic, <span class= "ital">but as for me. </span>The most complete peace has taken the place of the despair with which the psalm opens. The rhythm of the Hebrew seems to express the restfulness of the thought. "It hath a dying fall." The LXX. and Vulg. (comp. the Prayer Book version) have an additional clause not found in any MS., "Yea, I will praise the name of the Lord most high."<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/13.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 5.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">But I have trusted</span> (or, I trust) in thy mercy. I know, <span class="accented">i.e.</span>, that thou wilt not suffer me to be overcome by my enemy. Thou wilt save me; and therefore my heart shall rejoice in thy salvation, whereof I entertain no doubt. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/13-5.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">But I</span><br /><span class="heb">וַאֲנִ֤י ׀</span> <span class="translit">(wa·’ă·nî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Pronoun - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_589.htm">Strong's 589: </a> </span><span class="str2">I</span><br /><br /><span class="word">have trusted</span><br /><span class="heb">בָטַחְתִּי֮</span> <span class="translit">(ḇā·ṭaḥ·tî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_982.htm">Strong's 982: </a> </span><span class="str2">To trust, be confident, sure</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in Your loving devotion;</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּחַסְדְּךָ֣</span> <span class="translit">(bə·ḥas·də·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2617.htm">Strong's 2617: </a> </span><span class="str2">Kindness, piety, reproof, beauty</span><br /><br /><span class="word">my heart</span><br /><span class="heb">לִבִּ֗י</span> <span class="translit">(lib·bî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3820.htm">Strong's 3820: </a> </span><span class="str2">The heart, the feelings, the will, the intellect, centre</span><br /><br /><span class="word">will rejoice</span><br /><span class="heb">יָ֤גֵ֥ל</span> <span class="translit">(yā·ḡêl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect Jussive - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1523.htm">Strong's 1523: </a> </span><span class="str2">To spin round, rejoice, fear</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in Your salvation.</span><br /><span class="heb">בִּֽישׁוּעָ֫תֶ֥ךָ</span> <span class="translit">(bî·šū·‘ā·ṯe·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3444.htm">Strong's 3444: </a> </span><span class="str2">Something saved, deliverance, aid, victory, prosperity</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/13-5.htm">Psalm 13:5 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/13-5.htm">Psalm 13:5 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/13-5.htm">Psalm 13:5 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/13-5.htm">Psalm 13:5 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/13-5.htm">Psalm 13:5 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/13-5.htm">Psalm 13:5 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/13-5.htm">Psalm 13:5 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/13-5.htm">Psalm 13:5 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/13-5.htm">Psalm 13:5 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/13-5.htm">Psalm 13:5 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/13-5.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 13:5 But I trust in your loving kindness (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/13-4.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 13:4"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 13:4" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/13-6.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 13:6"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 13:6" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>