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Do not let my hope be crushed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/119.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Uphold me according to your promise, that I may live, and let me not be put to shame in my hope!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/119.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Sustain me as You promised, that I may live; let me not be ashamed of my hope.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/119.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Uphold me according unto thy word, that I may live: and let me not be ashamed of my hope.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/119.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Uphold me according to Your word, that I may live; And do not let me be ashamed of my hope.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/119.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Sustain me according to Your word, that I may live; And do not let me be ashamed of my hope.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/119.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Sustain me according to Your word, that I may live; And do not let me be ashamed of my hope.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/119.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Sustain me according to Thy word, that I may live; And do not let me be ashamed of my hope.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/119.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Sustain me according to Your word, that I may live; And do not put me to shame because of my hope.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/119.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Uphold me according to Your word [of promise], so that I may live; And do not let me be ashamed of my hope [in Your great goodness].<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/119.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Sustain me as you promised, and I will live; do not let me be ashamed of my hope.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/119.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Sustain me as You promised, and I will live; do not let me be ashamed of my hope. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/119.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Uphold me according unto thy word, that I may live; And let me not be ashamed of my hope.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/119.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Be true to your word, LORD. Keep me alive and strong; don't let me be ashamed because of my hope. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/119.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Uphold me according unto thy word, that I may live; and let me not be ashamed of my hope.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/119.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Help me God, as you promised, so that I may live. Do not turn my hope into disappointment.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/119.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Give me strength, as you promised, and I shall live; don't let me be disappointed in my hope! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/119.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Sustain me, God, as you have promised, and I will live. Do not let me be ashamed of my hope.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/119.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Sustain me as You promised, that I may live; let me not be ashamed of my hope.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/119.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Sustain me as you promised, so that I will live. Do not disappoint me! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/119.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Uphold me according to your word, that I may live. Let me not be ashamed of my hope.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/119.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Uphold me according to thy word, that I may live: and let me not be ashamed of my hope.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/119.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Uphold me according to your word, that I may live. Let me not be ashamed of my hope. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/119.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Sustain me according to Your saying, "" And I live, and You do not put me to shame because of my hope.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/119.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Sustain me according to Thy saying, And I live, and Thou puttest me not to shame Because of my hope.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/119.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Uphold me according to thy word, and I shall live: and thou wilt not make me ashamed of my hope.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/119.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Uphold me according to thy word, and I shall live: and let me not be confounded in my expectation. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/119.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 118:116>Uphold me according to your eloquence, and I will live. And let me not be confounded in my expectation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/119.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Sustain me by your promise that I may live; do not disappoint me in my hope. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/119.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Uphold me according to your promise, that I may live, and let me not be put to shame in my hope.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/119.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Uphold me according to thy word, and I shall live; and let me not be ashamed of my hope.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/119.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Lead me in your word and I shall live and you will not disappoint me of my hope.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/119.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Uphold me according unto Thy word, that I may live; And put me not to shame in my hope.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/119.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Uphold me according to thy word, and quicken me; and make me not ashamed of my expectation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/119-116.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=15634" 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/119.htm">Your Word is a Lamp to My Feet</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">115</span>Depart from me, you evildoers, that I may obey the commandments of my God. <span class="reftext">116</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/5564.htm" title="5564: sā·mə·ḵê·nî (V-Qal-Imp-ms:: 1cs) -- To lean, lay, rest, support. A primitive root; to prop; reflexively, to lean upon or take hold of.">Sustain me</a> <a href="/hebrew/565.htm" title="565: ḵə·’im·rā·ṯə·ḵā (Prep-k:: N-fsc:: 2ms) -- Utterance, speech, word. Or memrah; feminine of 'emer, and meaning the same.">as You promised,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2421.htm" title="2421: wə·’eḥ·yeh (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConjImperf.h-1cs) -- To live, to revive. A primitive root; to live, whether literally or figuratively; causatively, to revive.">that I may live;</a> <a href="/hebrew/408.htm" title="408: wə·’al- (Conj-w:: Adv) -- Not (a subjective neg.). A negative particle; not; once as a noun, nothing.">let me not</a> <a href="/hebrew/954.htm" title="954: tə·ḇî·šê·nî (V-Hifil-Imperf-2ms:: 1cs) -- To be ashamed. A primitive root; properly, to pale, i.e. By implication to be ashamed; also to be disappointed or delayed.">be ashamed</a> <a href="/hebrew/7664.htm" title="7664: miś·śiḇ·rî (Prep-m:: N-msc:: 1cs) -- A hope. From sabar; expectation.">of my hope.</a> </span><span class="reftext">117</span>Uphold me, and I will be saved, that I may always regard Your statutes.…<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="/proverbs/3-5.htm">Proverbs 3:5-6</a></span><br />Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; / in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/41-10.htm">Isaiah 41:10</a></span><br />Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><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="/hebrews/10-23.htm">Hebrews 10:23</a></span><br />Let us hold resolutely to the hope we profess, for He who promised is faithful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/1-10.htm">2 Corinthians 1:10</a></span><br />He has delivered us from such a deadly peril, and He will deliver us. In Him we have placed our hope that He will yet again deliver us,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/37-5.htm">Psalm 37:5</a></span><br />Commit your way to the LORD; trust in Him, and He will do it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/1-21.htm">1 Peter 1:21</a></span><br />Through Him you believe in God, who raised Him from the dead and glorified Him; and so your faith and hope are in God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/26-3.htm">Isaiah 26:3-4</a></span><br />You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You. / Trust in the LORD forever, because GOD the LORD is the Rock eternal.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/1-12.htm">2 Timothy 1:12</a></span><br />For this reason, even though I suffer as I do, I am not ashamed; for I know whom I have believed, and I am convinced that He is able to guard what I have entrusted to Him for that day.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/71-5.htm">Psalm 71:5</a></span><br />For You are my hope, O Lord GOD, my confidence from my youth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/1-6.htm">Philippians 1:6</a></span><br />being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/25-2.htm">Psalm 25:2</a></span><br />in You, my God, I trust. Do not let me be put to shame; do not let my enemies exult over me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_thessalonians/5-24.htm">1 Thessalonians 5:24</a></span><br />The One who calls you is faithful, and He will do it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/62-5.htm">Psalm 62:5-6</a></span><br />Rest in God alone, O my soul, for my hope comes from Him. / He alone is my rock and my salvation; He is my fortress; I will not be shaken.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/14-1.htm">John 14:1</a></span><br />“Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe in Me as well.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Uphold me according to your word, that I may live: and let me not be ashamed of my hope.</p><p class="hdg">uphold</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/37-17.htm">Psalm 37:17,24</a></b></br> For the arms of the wicked shall be broken: but the LORD upholdeth the righteous… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/41-12.htm">Psalm 41:12</a></b></br> And as for me, thou upholdest me in mine integrity, and settest me before thy face for ever.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/63-8.htm">Psalm 63:8</a></b></br> My soul followeth hard after thee: thy right hand upholdeth me.</p><p class="hdg">and let me</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/25-2.htm">Psalm 25:2</a></b></br> O my God, I trust in thee: let me not be ashamed, let not mine enemies triumph over me.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/45-17.htm">Isaiah 45:17</a></b></br> <i>But</i> Israel shall be saved in the LORD with an everlasting salvation: ye shall not be ashamed nor confounded world without end.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/romans/5-5.htm">Romans 5:5</a></b></br> And hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/119-80.htm">Ashamed</a> <a href="/job/16-12.htm">Dashed</a> <a href="/psalms/119-114.htm">Hope</a> <a href="/psalms/62-10.htm">Hopes</a> <a href="/psalms/119-77.htm">Live</a> <a href="/psalms/119-82.htm">Promise</a> <a href="/psalms/21-3.htm">Puttest</a> <a href="/psalms/119-80.htm">Shame</a> <a href="/psalms/94-18.htm">Support</a> <a href="/psalms/119-28.htm">Sustain</a> <a href="/psalms/119-102.htm">Turned</a> <a href="/psalms/54-4.htm">Uphold</a> <a href="/psalms/119-114.htm">Word</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/127-5.htm">Ashamed</a> <a href="/psalms/137-9.htm">Dashed</a> <a href="/psalms/119-147.htm">Hope</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-28.htm">Hopes</a> <a href="/psalms/119-144.htm">Live</a> <a href="/psalms/119-123.htm">Promise</a> <a href="/psalms/119-119.htm">Puttest</a> <a href="/psalms/127-5.htm">Shame</a> <a href="/psalms/119-117.htm">Support</a> <a href="/psalms/119-175.htm">Sustain</a> <a href="/psalms/119-132.htm">Turned</a> <a href="/psalms/119-117.htm">Uphold</a> <a href="/psalms/119-119.htm">Word</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 119</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-1.htm">This psalm contains various prayers, praises, and professions of obedience.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">2. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-2.htm">Aleph.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">9. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-9.htm">Beth</a></span><br><span class="reftext">17. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-17.htm">Gimel</a></span><br><span class="reftext">25. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-25.htm">Daleth</a></span><br><span class="reftext">33. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-33.htm">He</a></span><br><span class="reftext">41. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-41.htm">Waw</a></span><br><span class="reftext">49. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-49.htm">Zayin</a></span><br><span class="reftext">57. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-57.htm">Heth</a></span><br><span class="reftext">65. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-65.htm">Teth</a></span><br><span class="reftext">73. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-73.htm">Yodh</a></span><br><span class="reftext">81. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-81.htm">Kaph</a></span><br><span class="reftext">89. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-89.htm">Lamedh</a></span><br><span class="reftext">97. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-97.htm">Mem</a></span><br><span class="reftext">105. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-105.htm">Nun</a></span><br><span class="reftext">113. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-113.htm">Samekh</a></span><br><span class="reftext">121. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-121.htm">Ayin</a></span><br><span class="reftext">129. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-129.htm">Pe</a></span><br><span class="reftext">137. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-137.htm">Tsadhe</a></span><br><span class="reftext">145. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-145.htm">Qoph</a></span><br><span class="reftext">153. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-153.htm">Resh</a></span><br><span class="reftext">161. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-161.htm">Sin and Shin</a></span><br><span class="reftext">169. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-169.htm">Taw</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 is invoking the faithfulness of God, which is a recurring theme throughout the Scriptures. In the Old Testament, God's promises to Israel included protection, provision, and presence (<a href="/deuteronomy/31-6.htm">Deuteronomy 31:6</a>). The request for sustenance is not merely physical but spiritual, aligning with the understanding that God's Word is life-giving (<a href="/deuteronomy/8-3.htm">Deuteronomy 8:3</a>). This plea can also be seen as a type of Christ, who is the ultimate fulfillment of God's promises, providing eternal life and sustenance to believers (<a href="/john/6-35.htm">John 6:35</a>).<p><b>that I may live</b><br>The desire for life here is both physical and spiritual. In the biblical context, life is often associated with obedience to God's commandments and living in His presence (<a href="/deuteronomy/30-19.htm">Deuteronomy 30:19-20</a>). The psalmist's request underscores the belief that true life is found in relationship with God. This is echoed in the New Testament, where Jesus declares that He came to give life abundantly (<a href="/john/10-10.htm">John 10:10</a>). The concept of life in the Bible is holistic, encompassing well-being, peace, and fulfillment in God's purposes.<p><b>let me not be ashamed of my hope</b><br>Hope in the biblical sense is a confident expectation based on God's promises. The psalmist's concern about being ashamed reflects the cultural context where honor and shame were significant social values. In the ancient Near East, being put to shame was a serious matter, often associated with defeat or failure. The psalmist's hope is rooted in God's faithfulness, and he seeks assurance that this hope will not lead to disappointment. This connects to the New Testament teaching that hope in Christ does not disappoint because of God's love poured into our hearts (<a href="/romans/5-5.htm">Romans 5:5</a>). The ultimate hope for believers is the resurrection and eternal life through Jesus Christ, who is the anchor of our hope (<a href="/hebrews/6-19.htm">Hebrews 6:19</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/p/psalmist.htm">Psalmist</a></b><br>The author of <a href="/bsb/psalms/119.htm">Psalm 119</a>, traditionally believed to be King David, who is expressing a deep reliance on God's promises.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>The central figure in this verse, whose promises and sustaining power are being invoked by the psalmist.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/i/israel.htm">Israel</a></b><br>The nation to whom the psalmist belongs, often seen as the collective recipient of God's promises.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_law.htm">The Law</a></b><br>The context of <a href="/bsb/psalms/119.htm">Psalm 119</a> is a meditation on the Law of God, which is seen as a source of life and hope.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/h/hope.htm">Hope</a></b><br>A key theme in this verse, representing the psalmist's trust in God's promises and faithfulness.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/r/reliance_on_god's_promises.htm">Reliance on God's Promises</a></b><br>The psalmist's request for sustenance is rooted in the promises of God. Believers are encouraged to rely on God's Word as the foundation of their hope and life.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_nature_of_true_hope.htm">The Nature of True Hope</a></b><br>True hope in God is not wishful thinking but a confident expectation based on His faithfulness. This hope will not lead to shame or disappointment.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/living_by_faith.htm">Living by Faith</a></b><br>The psalmist's desire to "live" is not just physical survival but a life enriched by faith and obedience to God's commands. Christians are called to live by faith, trusting in God's provision and guidance.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/a/avoiding_shame_through_trust.htm">Avoiding Shame through Trust</a></b><br>The plea to not be ashamed underscores the importance of trusting in God rather than in human strength or wisdom. Believers are reminded that their hope in God will be vindicated.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/sustenance_through_scripture.htm">Sustenance through Scripture</a></b><br>Just as the psalmist seeks sustenance from God's promises, Christians are encouraged to find spiritual nourishment and strength in the study and application of Scripture.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_119.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 119</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what's_the_water_of_life's_meaning.htm">What is Living Hope?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/meaning_of_john_8_32_on_truth.htm">What does the Bible teach about comfort?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/bible's_advice_on_handling_angst.htm">What does the Bible say about dealing with angst?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_do_faith_and_grit_beat_adversity.htm">How do faith and perseverance overcome persecution and adversity?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/119.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 116.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Uphold me according unto thy Word, that I may live</span>; or, "according to thy <span class="accented">promise</span>." God's sustaining grace, always needed to "uphold" the righteous, is graciously "promised" them. Their "life" depends upon God's faithfulness to his promise. <span class="cmt_word">And let me not be ashamed of my hope.</span> As he would be, if God's promise were not kept. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/119-116.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">Sustain me</span><br /><span class="heb">סָמְכֵ֣נִי</span> <span class="translit">(sā·mə·ḵê·nî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5564.htm">Strong's 5564: </a> </span><span class="str2">To prop, to lean upon, take hold of</span><br /><br /><span class="word">as You promised,</span><br /><span class="heb">כְאִמְרָתְךָ֣</span> <span class="translit">(ḵə·’im·rā·ṯə·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-k | Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_565.htm">Strong's 565: </a> </span><span class="str2">Utterance, speech, word</span><br /><br /><span class="word">that I may live;</span><br /><span class="heb">וְאֶֽחְיֶ֑ה</span> <span class="translit">(wə·’eḥ·yeh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect Cohortative if contextual - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2421.htm">Strong's 2421: </a> </span><span class="str2">To live, to revive</span><br /><br /><span class="word">let me not</span><br /><span class="heb">וְאַל־</span> <span class="translit">(wə·’al-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_408.htm">Strong's 408: </a> </span><span class="str2">Not</span><br /><br /><span class="word">be ashamed</span><br /><span class="heb">תְּ֝בִישֵׁ֗נִי</span> <span class="translit">(tə·ḇî·šê·nî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - second person masculine singular | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_954.htm">Strong's 954: </a> </span><span class="str2">To pale, to be ashamed, to be disappointed, delayed</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of my hope.</span><br /><span class="heb">מִשִּׂבְרִֽי׃</span> <span class="translit">(miś·śiḇ·rî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7664.htm">Strong's 7664: </a> </span><span class="str2">Expectation</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/119-116.htm">Psalm 119:116 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/119-116.htm">Psalm 119:116 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/119-116.htm">Psalm 119:116 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/119-116.htm">Psalm 119:116 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/119-116.htm">Psalm 119:116 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/119-116.htm">Psalm 119:116 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/119-116.htm">Psalm 119:116 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/119-116.htm">Psalm 119:116 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/119-116.htm">Psalm 119:116 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/119-116.htm">Psalm 119:116 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/119-116.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 119:116 Uphold me according to your word that (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/119-115.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 119:115"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 119:115" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/119-117.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 119:117"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 119:117" /></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>