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you greatly emboldened me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/138.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />As soon as I pray, you answer me; you encourage me by giving me strength.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/138.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />On the day I called, you answered me; my strength of soul you increased.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/138.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />On the day I called, You answered me; You emboldened me and strengthened my soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/138.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />In the day when I cried thou answeredst me, <i>and</i> strengthenedst me <i>with</i> strength in my soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/138.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />In the day when I cried out, You answered me, <i>And</i> made me bold <i>with</i> strength in my soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/138.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />On the day I called, You answered me; You made me bold <i>with</i> strength in my soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/138.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />On the day I called, You answered me; You made me bold with strength in my soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/138.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />On the day I called Thou didst answer me; Thou didst make me bold with strength in my soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/138.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />On the day I called, You answered me; You made me bold with strength in my soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/138.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />On the day I called, You answered me; And You made me bold <i>and</i> confident with [renewed] strength in my life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/138.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />On the day I called, you answered me; you increased strength within me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/138.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />On the day I called, You answered me; You increased strength within me. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/138.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />In the day that I called thou answeredst me, Thou didst encourage me with strength in my soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/138.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />When I asked for your help, you answered my prayer and gave me courage. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/138.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />In the day that I called thou answeredst me, thou didst encourage me with strength in my soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/138.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />When I called, you answered me. You made me bold by strengthening my soul. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/138.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />You answered me when I called to you; with your strength you strengthened me. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/138.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />When I called out, you answered me; you strengthened me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/138.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />On the day I called, You answered me; You emboldened me and strengthened my soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/138.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />When I cried out for help, you answered me. You made me bold and energized me. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/138.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />In the day that I called, you answered me. You encouraged me with strength in my soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/138.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />In the day when I cried thou didst answer me, and strengthen me with strength in my soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/138.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />In the day that I called, you answered me. You encouraged me with strength in my soul. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/138.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />In the day I called, when You answer me, "" You strengthen me in my soul [with] strength.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/138.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> In the day I called, when Thou dost answer me, Thou dost strengthen me in my soul with strength.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/138.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />In the day I called, and thou wilt answer me; thou wilt enlarge me with strength in my soul.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/138.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />In what day soever I shall call upon thee, hear me: thou shall multiply strength in my soul. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/138.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 137:3>On whatever day that I will call upon you: hear me. You will multiply virtue in my soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/138.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />On the day I cried out, you answered; you strengthened my spirit. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/138.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />On the day I called, you answered me, you increased my strength of soul.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/138.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />In the day when I cried to thee, thou didst answer me, and didst increase the strength of my soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/138.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />In the day that I called you, you answered me, and you have increased the strength of my soul.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/138.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />In the day that I called, Thou didst answer me; Thou didst encourage me in my soul with strength.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/138.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />In whatsoever day I shall call upon thee, hear me speedily; thou shalt abundantly provide me with thy power in my soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/138-3.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=17163" 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/138.htm">I Will Give You Thanks with All My Heart</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">2</span>I bow down toward Your holy temple and give thanks to Your name for Your loving devotion and Your faithfulness; You have exalted Your name and Your word above all else. <span class="reftext">3</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3117.htm" title="3117: bə·yō·wm (Prep-b:: N-ms) -- Day. From an unused root meaning to be hot; a day, whether literal, or figurative.">On the day</a> <a href="/hebrew/7121.htm" title="7121: qā·rā·ṯî (V-Qal-Perf-1cs) -- To call, proclaim, read. A primitive root; to call out to.">I called,</a> <a href="/hebrew/6030.htm" title="6030: wat·ta·‘ă·nê·nî (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-2ms:: 1cs) -- To answer, respond.">You answered me;</a> <a href="/hebrew/7292.htm" title="7292: tar·hi·ḇê·nî (V-Hifil-Imperf-2ms:: 1cs) -- A primitive root; to urge severely, i.e. importune, embolden, capture, act insolently.">You emboldened me</a> <a href="/hebrew/5797.htm" title="5797: ‘ōz (N-ms) -- Strength, might. Or rowz; from azaz; strength in various applications.">and strengthened</a> <a href="/hebrew/5315.htm" title="5315: ḇə·nap̄·šî (Prep-b:: N-fsc:: 1cs) -- From naphash; properly, a breathing creature, i.e. Animal of vitality; used very widely in a literal, accommodated or figurative sense.">my soul.</a> </span><span class="reftext">4</span>All the kings of the earth will give You thanks, O LORD, when they hear the words of Your mouth.…<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="/philippians/4-6.htm">Philippians 4:6-7</a></span><br />Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. / And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.<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="/2_corinthians/12-9.htm">2 Corinthians 12:9-10</a></span><br />But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly in my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest on me. / That is why, for the sake of Christ, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/4-16.htm">Hebrews 4:16</a></span><br />Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/40-29.htm">Isaiah 40:29-31</a></span><br />He gives power to the faint and increases the strength of the weak. / Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall. / But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/3-16.htm">Ephesians 3:16</a></span><br />I ask that out of the riches of His glory He may strengthen you with power through His Spirit in your inner being,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/1-7.htm">2 Timothy 1:7</a></span><br />For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/27-1.htm">Psalm 27:1</a></span><br />Of David. The LORD is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life—whom shall I dread?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/46-1.htm">Psalm 46:1</a></span><br />For the choirmaster. Of the sons of Korah. According to Alamoth. A song. God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/34-4.htm">Psalm 34:4</a></span><br />I sought the LORD, and He answered me; He delivered me from all my fears.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/118-5.htm">Psalm 118:5</a></span><br />In my distress I called to the LORD, and He answered and set me free.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/5-7.htm">1 Peter 5:7</a></span><br />Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/7-7.htm">Matthew 7:7-8</a></span><br />Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. / For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/14-27.htm">John 14:27</a></span><br />Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/8-26.htm">Romans 8:26</a></span><br />In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know how we ought to pray, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groans too deep for words.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">In the day when I cried you answered me, and strengthened me with strength in my soul.</p><p class="hdg">in the day</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/18-6.htm">Psalm 18:6</a></b></br> In my distress I called upon the LORD, and cried unto my God: he heard my voice out of his temple, and my cry came before him, <i>even</i> into his ears.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/34-4.htm">Psalm 34:4-6</a></b></br> I sought the LORD, and he heard me, and delivered me from all my fears… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/77-1.htm">Psalm 77:1,2</a></b></br> To the chief Musician, to Jeduthun, A Psalm of Asaph. I cried unto God with my voice, <i>even</i> unto God with my voice; and he gave ear unto me… </p><p class="hdg">strengthenedst</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/27-14.htm">Psalm 27:14</a></b></br> Wait on the LORD: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the LORD.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/29-11.htm">Psalm 29:11</a></b></br> The LORD will give strength unto his people; the LORD will bless his people with peace.</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><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/job/41-10.htm">Bold</a> <a href="/psalms/137-7.htm">Cried</a> <a href="/psalms/132-9.htm">Cry</a> <a href="/psalms/135-17.htm">Ears</a> <a href="/psalms/64-5.htm">Encourage</a> <a href="/ezra/1-6.htm">Encouraged</a> <a href="/psalms/136-17.htm">Great</a> <a href="/psalms/115-14.htm">Increase</a> <a href="/psalms/131-2.htm">Soul</a> <a href="/psalms/76-5.htm">Stouthearted</a> <a href="/psalms/132-8.htm">Strength</a> <a href="/psalms/119-28.htm">Strengthen</a> <a href="/psalms/68-9.htm">Strengthenedst</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/21-29.htm">Bold</a> <a href="/psalms/142-1.htm">Cried</a> <a href="/psalms/140-6.htm">Cry</a> <a href="/psalms/138-4.htm">Ears</a> <a href="/isaiah/1-17.htm">Encourage</a> <a href="/isaiah/41-7.htm">Encouraged</a> <a href="/psalms/138-5.htm">Great</a> <a href="/psalms/144-13.htm">Increase</a> <a href="/psalms/139-14.htm">Soul</a> <a href="/isaiah/46-12.htm">Stouthearted</a> <a href="/psalms/140-7.htm">Strength</a> <a href="/psalms/147-13.htm">Strengthen</a> <a href="/psalms/68-9.htm">Strengthenedst</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 138</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/138-1.htm">David praises God for the truth of his word</a></span><br><span class="reftext">4. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/138-4.htm">He prophesies that the kings of the earth shall praise God</a></span><br><span class="reftext">7. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/138-7.htm">He professes his confidence in God</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'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/138.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/psalms/138.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>On the day I called, You answered me;</b><br>This phrase highlights the immediacy and faithfulness of God's response to prayer. In the biblical context, calling upon the Lord is a common practice seen throughout the Psalms and other scriptures, such as <a href="/psalms/18-6.htm">Psalm 18:6</a> and <a href="/jeremiah/33-3.htm">Jeremiah 33:3</a>, where God promises to answer those who call on Him. The historical context of ancient Israel involved a deep reliance on God for deliverance and guidance, often in times of distress or need. This reflects the personal relationship between the psalmist and God, emphasizing that God is attentive and responsive to the cries of His people. The phrase also underscores the belief in a living God who is actively involved in the lives of His followers.<p><b>You emboldened me</b><br>The concept of being emboldened by God suggests a divine impartation of courage and confidence. In the cultural context of the ancient Near East, strength and courage were often sought from deities before battles or significant challenges. This phrase indicates that the psalmist receives inner strength directly from God, which is a recurring theme in scripture, as seen in <a href="/joshua/1-9.htm">Joshua 1:9</a> and <a href="/2_timothy/1-7.htm">2 Timothy 1:7</a>. It points to the transformative power of God's presence, which enables believers to face adversities with boldness. This empowerment can be seen as a type of Christ, who emboldens His followers through the Holy Spirit, as promised in <a href="/john/14-16.htm">John 14:16-17</a>.<p><b>and strengthened my soul.</b><br>The strengthening of the soul implies a deep, spiritual fortification that goes beyond physical or emotional support. In biblical terms, the soul represents the innermost being of a person, encompassing their will, emotions, and intellect. This strengthening is a divine act that equips the believer to endure trials and maintain faith. The connection to other scriptures, such as <a href="/isaiah/40-29.htm">Isaiah 40:29-31</a> and <a href="/ephesians/3-16.htm">Ephesians 3:16</a>, highlights the theme of God providing strength to the weary and empowering believers through His Spirit. This phrase also reflects the sustaining grace of God, which is a central tenet of Christian faith, ensuring that His followers are upheld in times of need.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/d/david.htm">David</a></b><br>Traditionally attributed as the author of <a href="/bsb/psalms/138.htm">Psalm 138</a>, David is expressing his personal experience of God's faithfulness and strength.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>The central figure in this verse, God is depicted as responsive and empowering, answering David's call and providing strength.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_day_of_calling.htm">The Day of Calling</a></b><br>This refers to a specific time of need or distress when David called upon the Lord for help.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_immediate_response.htm">God's Immediate Response</a></b><br>When we call upon God, He hears and answers us. This assurance should encourage us to turn to Him in every situation.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/divine_empowerment.htm">Divine Empowerment</a></b><br>God not only answers but also empowers us with boldness and strength. This empowerment is crucial for facing life's challenges with confidence.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/strengthening_the_soul.htm">Strengthening the Soul</a></b><br>The strengthening of the soul implies an inner fortitude that God provides, enabling us to endure and overcome difficulties.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_prayer.htm">The Importance of Prayer</a></b><br>David's experience underscores the importance of prayer as a means of communication with God, inviting His intervention and support.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/trust_in_god's_faithfulness.htm">Trust in God's Faithfulness</a></b><br>Trusting in God's faithfulness is essential. Just as He answered David, He is faithful to answer us, reinforcing our trust in His promises.<a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/138.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(3) <span class= "bld">Strengthenedst me with strength.</span>--Or, <span class= "ital">encouragest me strongly. </span>(See Note to <a href="/songs/6-5.htm" title="Turn away your eyes from me, for they have overcome me: your hair is as a flock of goats that appear from Gilead.">Song of Solomon 6:5</a>, where the same Hebrew form occurs.)<p><span class= "bld">In my soul.</span>--Or, <span class= "ital">at my desire.</span><p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/138.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 3.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">In the day when I cried thou answeredst me</span>. Thy answer came to my prayer almost as soon as it was out of my mouth. <span class="cmt_word">And strengthenedst me with strength in my soul.</span> The promptness of thy answer gave my soul fresh strength. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/138-3.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">On the day</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּי֣וֹם</span> <span class="translit">(bə·yō·wm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3117.htm">Strong's 3117: </a> </span><span class="str2">A day</span><br /><br /><span class="word">I called,</span><br /><span class="heb">קָ֭רָֽאתִי</span> <span class="translit">(qā·rā·ṯî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7121.htm">Strong's 7121: </a> </span><span class="str2">To call, proclaim, read</span><br /><br /><span class="word">You answered me;</span><br /><span class="heb">וַֽתַּעֲנֵ֑נִי</span> <span class="translit">(wat·ta·‘ă·nê·nî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - second person masculine singular | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6030.htm">Strong's 6030: </a> </span><span class="str2">To answer, respond</span><br /><br /><span class="word">You made me bold</span><br /><span class="heb">תַּרְהִבֵ֖נִי</span> <span class="translit">(tar·hi·ḇê·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_7292.htm">Strong's 7292: </a> </span><span class="str2">To urge severely, importune, embolden, capture, act insolently</span><br /><br /><span class="word">[and] strengthened</span><br /><span class="heb">עֹֽז׃</span> <span class="translit">(‘ōz)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5797.htm">Strong's 5797: </a> </span><span class="str2">Strength, might</span><br /><br /><span class="word">my soul.</span><br /><span class="heb">בְנַפְשִׁ֣י</span> <span class="translit">(ḇə·nap̄·šî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5315.htm">Strong's 5315: </a> </span><span class="str2">A soul, living being, life, self, person, desire, passion, appetite, emotion </span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/138-3.htm">Psalm 138:3 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/138-3.htm">Psalm 138:3 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/138-3.htm">Psalm 138:3 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/138-3.htm">Psalm 138:3 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/138-3.htm">Psalm 138:3 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/138-3.htm">Psalm 138:3 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/138-3.htm">Psalm 138:3 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/138-3.htm">Psalm 138:3 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/138-3.htm">Psalm 138:3 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/138-3.htm">Psalm 138:3 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/138-3.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 138:3 In the day that I called you (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/138-2.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 138:2"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 138:2" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/138-4.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 138:4"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 138:4" /></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>