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He freed me from all my fears.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/34.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />I sought the LORD, and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/34.htm">Berean Standard Bible</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="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/34.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />I sought the LORD, and he heard me, and delivered me from all my fears.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/34.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />I sought the LORD, and He heard me, And delivered me from all my fears.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/34.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />I sought the LORD and He answered me, And rescued me from all my fears.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/34.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />I sought the LORD, and He answered me, And delivered me from all my fears.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/34.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />I sought the LORD, and He answered me, And delivered me from all my fears.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/34.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />I inquired of Yahweh, and He answered me, And delivered me from all that I dread.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/34.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />I sought the LORD [on the authority of His word], and He answered me, And delivered me from all my fears.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/34.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />I sought the LORD, and he answered me and rescued me from all my fears.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/34.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />I sought the LORD, and He answered me and delivered me from all my fears. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/34.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />I sought Jehovah, and he answered me, And delivered me from all my fears.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/34.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />I asked the LORD for help, and he saved me from all my fears. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/34.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />I sought the LORD, and he answered me, and delivered me from all my fears.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/34.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />I went to the LORD for help. He answered me and rescued me from all my fears.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/34.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />I prayed to the LORD, and he answered me; he freed me from all my fears. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/34.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />I sought the LORD and he answered me; he delivered me from all of my fears.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/34.htm">Majority Standard Bible</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="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/34.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />I sought the LORD's help and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/34.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />I sought the LORD, and he answered me, and delivered me from all my fears.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/34.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />I sought the LORD, and he heard me, and delivered me from all my fears.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/34.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />I sought Yahweh, and he answered me, and delivered me from all my fears. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/34.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />I sought YHWH, and He answered me, "" And delivered me from all my fears.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/34.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> I sought Jehovah, and He answered me, And from all my fears did deliver me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/34.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />I sought Jehovah and he answered me, and from all my fears he delivered me.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/34.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />I sought the Lord, and he heard me; and he delivered me from all my troubles. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/34.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 33:5>I sought the Lord, and he heeded me, and he carried me away from all my tribulations.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/34.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />I sought the LORD, and he answered me, delivered me from all my fears. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/34.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />I sought the LORD, and he answered me, and delivered me from all my fears.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/34.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />I sought the LORD, and he heard and delivered me from all my troubles.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/34.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />I have begged of LORD JEHOVAH and he answered me and saved me from all my troubles.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/34.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />I sought the LORD, and He answered me, And delivered me from all my fears.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/34.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />I sought the Lord diligently, and he hearkened to me, and delivered me from all my sojournings.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/34-4.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=3651" 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/34.htm">Taste and See that the LORD is Good</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">3</span>Magnify the LORD with me; let us exalt His name together. <span class="reftext">4</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1875.htm" title="1875: dā·raš·tî (V-Qal-Perf-1cs) -- A primitive root; properly, to tread or frequent; usually to follow; by implication, to seek or ask; specifically to worship.">I sought</a> <a href="/hebrew/853.htm" title="853: ’eṯ- (DirObjM) -- Apparent contracted from 'owth in the demonstrative sense of entity; properly, self."></a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">the LORD,</a> <a href="/hebrew/6030.htm" title="6030: wə·‘ā·nā·nî (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConjPerf-3ms:: 1cs) -- To answer, respond.">and He answered me;</a> <a href="/hebrew/5337.htm" title="5337: hiṣ·ṣî·lā·nî (V-Hifil-Perf-3ms:: 1cs) -- To strip, plunder, deliver oneself, be delivered, snatch away, deliver. ">He delivered me</a> <a href="/hebrew/3605.htm" title="3605: ū·mik·kāl- (Conj-w, Prep-m:: N-msc) -- The whole, all. Or kowl; from kalal; properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every.">from all</a> <a href="/hebrew/4034.htm" title="4034: mə·ḡū·rō·w·ṯay (N-fpc:: 1cs) -- Fear, terror. Feminine of magowr; affright.">my fears.</a> </span><span class="reftext">5</span>Those who look to Him are radiant with joy; their faces shall never be ashamed.…<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="/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="/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="/jeremiah/29-12.htm">Jeremiah 29:12-13</a></span><br />Then you will call upon Me and come and pray to Me, and I will listen to you. / You will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart.<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_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="/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="/2_chronicles/7-14.htm">2 Chronicles 7:14</a></span><br />and if My people who are called by My name humble themselves and pray and seek My face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, forgive their sin, and heal their land.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/5-16.htm">James 5:16</a></span><br />Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous man has great power to prevail.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/8-15.htm">Romans 8:15</a></span><br />For you did not receive a spirit of slavery that returns you to fear, but you received the Spirit of adoption to sonship, by whom we cry, “Abba! Father!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/43-1.htm">Isaiah 43:1</a></span><br />But now, this is what the LORD says—He who created you, O Jacob, and He who formed you, O Israel: “Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by your name; you are Mine!<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="/psalms/50-15.htm">Psalm 50:15</a></span><br />Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you will honor Me.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/5-14.htm">1 John 5:14-15</a></span><br />And this is the confidence that we have before Him: If we ask anything according to His will, He hears us. / And if we know that He hears us in whatever we ask, we know that we already possess what we have asked of Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/65-24.htm">Isaiah 65:24</a></span><br />Even before they call, I will answer, and while they are still speaking, I will hear.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">I sought the LORD, and he heard me, and delivered me from all my fears.</p><p class="hdg">sought</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/22-24.htm">Psalm 22:24</a></b></br> For he hath not despised nor abhorred the affliction of the afflicted; neither hath he hid his face from him; but when he cried unto him, he heard.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/31-22.htm">Psalm 31:22</a></b></br> 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.</p><p class="hdg">from</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/27-1.htm">Psalm 27:1,2</a></b></br> <i>A Psalm</i> of David. The LORD <i>is</i> my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD <i>is</i> the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/46-2.htm">Psalm 46:2</a></b></br> Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea;</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/56-3.htm">Psalm 56:3</a></b></br> What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/33-19.htm">Deliver</a> <a href="/psalms/33-16.htm">Delivered</a> <a href="/psalms/31-22.htm">Ear</a> <a href="/psalms/25-12.htm">Fears</a> <a href="/psalms/33-17.htm">Free</a> <a href="/psalms/31-22.htm">Heard</a> <a href="/psalms/17-3.htm">Searching</a> <a href="/psalms/27-8.htm">Sought</a> <a href="/psalms/31-22.htm">Voice</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/34-19.htm">Deliver</a> <a href="/psalms/34-17.htm">Delivered</a> <a href="/psalms/39-12.htm">Ear</a> <a href="/psalms/73-19.htm">Fears</a> <a href="/psalms/39-8.htm">Free</a> <a href="/psalms/34-6.htm">Heard</a> <a href="/psalms/37-10.htm">Searching</a> <a href="/psalms/37-36.htm">Sought</a> <a href="/psalms/35-16.htm">Voice</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 34</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/34-1.htm">David praises God, and exhorts others thereto by his experience</a></span><br><span class="reftext">8. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/34-8.htm">They are blessed who trust in God</a></span><br><span class="reftext">11. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/34-11.htm">He exhorts to the fear of God</a></span><br><span class="reftext">15. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/34-15.htm">The privileges of the righteous</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/34.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/34.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>I sought the LORD</b><br>This phrase emphasizes the act of seeking God, which is a recurring theme throughout the Bible. Seeking the LORD implies a deliberate and earnest pursuit of God's presence and guidance. In the historical context of ancient Israel, seeking God often involved prayer, worship, and adherence to the Law. This act of seeking is not passive but requires intentionality and faith. The psalmist, traditionally believed to be David, demonstrates a personal relationship with God, highlighting the importance of turning to God in times of need. This aligns with other scriptures such as <a href="/jeremiah/29-13.htm">Jeremiah 29:13</a>, "You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart," underscoring the promise that God is accessible to those who earnestly seek Him.<p><b>and He answered me</b><br>The assurance that God answers those who seek Him is a central tenet of faith. This response from God indicates His attentiveness and willingness to engage with His people. In the cultural context of the psalm, divine communication was often understood through prayer, prophecy, and the reading of sacred texts. The phrase suggests a personal and direct interaction with God, reinforcing the belief in a living and responsive deity. This is echoed in the New Testament, where Jesus assures His followers in <a href="/matthew/7-7.htm">Matthew 7:7</a>, "Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you."<p><b>He delivered me from all my fears</b><br>Deliverance from fear is a powerful testament to God's protective and redemptive nature. In the historical context, David faced numerous threats, including persecution by King Saul and battles with surrounding nations. The deliverance mentioned here can be seen as both physical and spiritual, providing safety and peace of mind. This deliverance is a type of salvation, prefiguring the ultimate deliverance through Jesus Christ, who offers freedom from sin and fear. The phrase resonates with <a href="/2_timothy/1-7.htm">2 Timothy 1:7</a>, "For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind," emphasizing the transformative power of God's deliverance.<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/34.htm">Psalm 34</a>, who wrote this psalm after pretending to be insane before Abimelech, who drove him away, and he left. This context is crucial for understanding the depth of his gratitude and reliance on God.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal presence and faithfulness to His people. David's seeking of the LORD highlights a personal and relational aspect of his faith.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/a/abimelech.htm">Abimelech</a></b><br>A title used for Philistine kings, here referring to Achish, the king of Gath, before whom David feigned madness to escape.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/s/seeking_god_in_times_of_fear.htm">Seeking God in Times of Fear</a></b><br>David's example shows the importance of turning to God in moments of fear and uncertainty. Seeking God should be our first response, not our last resort.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_faithful_response.htm">God's Faithful Response</a></b><br>The assurance that God answers those who earnestly seek Him is a recurring theme in Scripture. This encourages believers to trust in God's faithfulness and responsiveness.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/deliverance_from_fear.htm">Deliverance from Fear</a></b><br>God's deliverance is not just from physical danger but also from the internal turmoil of fear. This highlights the holistic nature of God's salvation.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_personal_testimony.htm">The Power of Personal Testimony</a></b><br>David's testimony of God's deliverance serves as a powerful encouragement to others. Sharing personal experiences of God's faithfulness can strengthen the faith of the community.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/cultivating_a_habit_of_prayer.htm">Cultivating a Habit of Prayer</a></b><br>Regularly seeking God in prayer, as David did, helps cultivate a deeper relationship with Him and prepares us to face life's challenges with confidence.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_34.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 34</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_faith_help_overcome_addiction.htm">How can Bible verses help overcome anxiety and fear?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/bible's_view_on_social_anxiety.htm">What does the Bible say about social anxiety?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/biblical_advice_for_panic_attacks.htm">What biblical guidance is there for dealing with panic attacks?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_do_bible_verses_ease_anxiety.htm">How can Bible verses help overcome anxiety and fear?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/34.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 4.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">I sought the Lord, and he heard me.</span> To "seek the Lord" is not merely to trust in him, but to fly to him, and make our requests of him in our troubles. David apparently speaks of some special occasion on which he "sought the Lord," and some special request which he made of him, but does not tell us what the occasion or request was. We may presume that it was in some way connected with his "escape to the cave Adullam" (<a href="/1_samuel/22-1.htm">1 Samuel 22:1</a>). <span class="cmt_word">And delivered me from all my fears;</span> literally, frown <span class="accented">all the things which I feared</span> (comp. <a href="/isaiah/66-4.htm">Isaiah 66:4</a>). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/34-4.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">I sought</span><br /><span class="heb">דָּרַ֣שְׁתִּי</span> <span class="translit">(dā·raš·tî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1875.htm">Strong's 1875: </a> </span><span class="str2">To tread, frequent, to follow, to seek, ask, to worship</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the LORD,</span><br /><span class="heb">יְהוָ֣ה</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3068.htm">Strong's 3068: </a> </span><span class="str2">LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and He answered me;</span><br /><span class="heb">וְעָנָ֑נִי</span> <span class="translit">(wə·‘ā·nā·nî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third 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">He delivered</span><br /><span class="heb">הִצִּילָֽנִי׃</span> <span class="translit">(hiṣ·ṣî·lā·nî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5337.htm">Strong's 5337: </a> </span><span class="str2">To strip, plunder, deliver oneself, be delivered, snatch away, deliver</span><br /><br /><span class="word">me from all</span><br /><span class="heb">וּמִכָּל־</span> <span class="translit">(ū·mik·kāl-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw, Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3605.htm">Strong's 3605: </a> </span><span class="str2">The whole, all, any, every</span><br /><br /><span class="word">my fears.</span><br /><span class="heb">מְ֝גוּרוֹתַ֗י</span> <span class="translit">(mə·ḡū·rō·w·ṯay)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine plural construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4035.htm">Strong's 4035: </a> </span><span class="str2">A storehouse, granary</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/34-4.htm">Psalm 34:4 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/34-4.htm">Psalm 34:4 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/34-4.htm">Psalm 34:4 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/34-4.htm">Psalm 34:4 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/34-4.htm">Psalm 34:4 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/34-4.htm">Psalm 34:4 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/34-4.htm">Psalm 34:4 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/34-4.htm">Psalm 34:4 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/34-4.htm">Psalm 34:4 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/34-4.htm">Psalm 34:4 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/34-4.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 34:4 I sought Yahweh and he answered me (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/34-3.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 34:3"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 34:3" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/34-5.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 34:5"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 34:5" /></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>