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I am troubled by my sin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/38.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />But I confess my sins; I am deeply sorry for what I have done.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/38.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />I confess my iniquity; I am sorry for my sin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/38.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Yes, I confess my iniquity; I am troubled by my sin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/38.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />For I will declare mine iniquity; I will be sorry for my sin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/38.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />For I will declare my iniquity; I will be in anguish over my sin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/38.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />For I admit my guilt; I am full of anxiety because of my sin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/38.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />For I confess my iniquity; I am full of anxiety because of my sin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/38.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />For I confess my iniquity; I am full of anxiety because of my sin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/38.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />For I confess my iniquity; I am full of anxiety because of my sin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/38.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />For I do confess my guilt <i>and</i> iniquity; I am filled with anxiety because of my sin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/38.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />So I confess my iniquity; I am anxious because of my sin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/38.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />So I confess my guilt; I am anxious because of my sin. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/38.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />For I will declare mine iniquity; I will be sorry for my sin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/38.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />I told you my sins, and I am sorry for them. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/38.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />For I will declare mine iniquity; I will be sorry for my sin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/38.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />I confess my guilt. My sin troubles me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/38.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />I confess my sins; they fill me with anxiety. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/38.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />I confess my iniquity, and my sin troubles me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/38.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Yes, I confess my iniquity; I am troubled by my sin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/38.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Yes, I confess my wrongdoing, and I am concerned about my sins. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/38.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Yes, I confess my iniquity. I am anxious because of my sin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/38.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />For I will declare my iniquity; I will be sorry for my sin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/38.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />For I will declare my iniquity. I will be sorry for my sin. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/38.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />For I declare my iniquity, "" I am sorry for my sin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/38.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> For mine iniquity I declare, I am sorry for my sin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/38.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />For I being prepared for halting, and my pain always before me.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/38.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />For I will declare my inequity : and I will think for my sin. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/38.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 37:19>For I will announce my iniquity, and I will think about my sin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/38.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />I acknowledge my guilt and grieve over my sin. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/38.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />I confess my iniquity; I am sorry for my sin.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/38.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />I will declare mine iniquity to thee; I will purify myself of my sins.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/38.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />For I shall declare to you my wrongdoing and I shall be purged from my sins.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/38.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />For I do declare mine iniquity; I am full of care because of my sin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/38.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />For I will declare mine iniquity, and be distressed for my sin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/38-18.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=4514" 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/38.htm">Do Not Rebuke Me in Your Anger</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">17</span>For I am ready to fall, and my pain is ever with me. <span class="reftext">18</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî- (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">Yes,</a> <a href="/hebrew/5046.htm" title="5046: ’ag·gîḏ (V-Hifil-Imperf-1cs) -- To be conspicuous. ">I confess</a> <a href="/hebrew/5771.htm" title="5771: ‘ă·wō·nî (N-csc:: 1cs) -- Iniquity, guilt, punishment for iniquity. Or oavown; from avah; perversity, i.e. evil.">my iniquity;</a> <a href="/hebrew/1672.htm" title="1672: ’eḏ·’aḡ (V-Qal-Imperf-1cs) -- To be anxious or concerned, to fear. A primitive root; be anxious.">I am troubled</a> <a href="/hebrew/2403.htm" title="2403: mê·ḥaṭ·ṭā·ṯî (Prep-m:: N-fsc:: 1cs) -- Or chattacth; from chata'; an offence, and its penalty, occasion, sacrifice, or expiation; also an offender.">by my sin.</a> </span><span class="reftext">19</span>Many are my enemies without cause, and many hate me without reason.…<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="/1_john/1-9.htm">1 John 1:9</a></span><br />If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/28-13.htm">Proverbs 28:13</a></span><br />He who conceals his sins will not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them will find mercy.<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="/2_corinthians/7-10.htm">2 Corinthians 7:10</a></span><br />Godly sorrow brings repentance that leads to salvation without regret, but worldly sorrow brings death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/15-21.htm">Luke 15:21</a></span><br />The son declared, ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/3-6.htm">Matthew 3:6</a></span><br />Confessing their sins, they were baptized by him in the Jordan River.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/19-18.htm">Acts 19:18</a></span><br />Many who had believed now came forward, confessing and disclosing their deeds.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/10-10.htm">Romans 10:10</a></span><br />For with your heart you believe and are justified, and with your mouth you confess and are saved.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/5-4.htm">Matthew 5:4</a></span><br />Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/2-1.htm">1 John 2:1</a></span><br />My little children, I am writing these things to you so that you will not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate before the Father—Jesus Christ, the Righteous One.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/57-15.htm">Isaiah 57:15</a></span><br />For thus says the One who is high and lifted up, who inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy: “I dwell in a high and holy place, and with the oppressed and humble in spirit, to restore the spirit of the lowly and revive the heart of the contrite.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/3-13.htm">Jeremiah 3:13</a></span><br />Only acknowledge your guilt, that you have rebelled against the LORD your God. You have scattered your favors to foreign gods under every green tree and have not obeyed My voice,’” declares the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/leviticus/26-40.htm">Leviticus 26:40-42</a></span><br />But if they will confess their iniquity and that of their fathers in the unfaithfulness that they practiced against Me, by which they have also walked in hostility toward Me— / and I acted with hostility toward them and brought them into the land of their enemies—and if their uncircumcised hearts will be humbled and they will make amends for their iniquity, / then I will remember My covenant with Jacob and My covenant with Isaac and My covenant with Abraham, and I will remember the land.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hosea/5-15.htm">Hosea 5:15</a></span><br />Then I will return to My place until they admit their guilt and seek My face; in their affliction they will earnestly seek Me.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/32-5.htm">Psalm 32:5</a></span><br />Then I acknowledged my sin to You and did not hide my iniquity. I said, “I will confess my transgressions to the LORD,” and You forgave the guilt of my sin. Selah</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">For I will declare my iniquity; I will be sorry for my sin.</p><p class="hdg">For</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/32-5.htm">Psalm 32:5</a></b></br> I acknowledged my sin unto thee, and mine iniquity have I not hid. I said, I will confess my transgressions unto the LORD; and thou forgavest the iniquity of my sin. Selah.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/51-3.htm">Psalm 51:3</a></b></br> For I acknowledge my transgressions: and my sin <i>is</i> ever before me.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/31-33.htm">Job 31:33</a></b></br> If I covered my transgressions as Adam, by hiding mine iniquity in my bosom:</p><p class="hdg">sorry</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_corinthians/7-7.htm">2 Corinthians 7:7-11</a></b></br> And not by his coming only, but by the consolation wherewith he was comforted in you, when he told us your earnest desire, your mourning, your fervent mind toward me; so that I rejoiced the more… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_samuel/1-16.htm">Anxiety</a> <a href="/psalms/37-28.htm">Care</a> <a href="/psalms/33-15.htm">Clear</a> <a href="/psalms/32-5.htm">Confess</a> <a href="/psalms/35-28.htm">Declare</a> <a href="/psalms/38-12.htm">Full</a> <a href="/psalms/35-14.htm">Grieved</a> <a href="/psalms/38-10.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/psalms/37-1.htm">Iniquity</a> <a href="/psalms/38-3.htm">Sin</a> <a href="/psalms/38-17.htm">Sorrow</a> <a href="/job/16-2.htm">Sorry</a> <a href="/psalms/38-6.htm">Troubled</a> <a href="/psalms/32-5.htm">Wrongdoing</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/94-19.htm">Anxiety</a> <a href="/psalms/64-6.htm">Care</a> <a href="/psalms/40-10.htm">Clear</a> <a href="/psalms/42-11.htm">Confess</a> <a href="/psalms/40-5.htm">Declare</a> <a href="/psalms/45-8.htm">Full</a> <a href="/psalms/73-21.htm">Grieved</a> <a href="/psalms/39-3.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/psalms/39-11.htm">Iniquity</a> <a href="/psalms/39-1.htm">Sin</a> <a href="/psalms/39-2.htm">Sorrow</a> <a href="/psalms/90-13.htm">Sorry</a> <a href="/psalms/39-6.htm">Troubled</a> <a href="/psalms/51-2.htm">Wrongdoing</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 38</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/38-1.htm">David moves God to take compassion on his pitiful case</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/38.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/38.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Yes, I confess my iniquity;</b><br>This phrase highlights the act of confession, which is a central theme in the Psalms and throughout Scripture. Confession is an acknowledgment of one's sins before God, an essential step in the process of repentance and forgiveness. In the Old Testament, confession was often accompanied by sacrifices and offerings as seen in <a href="/leviticus/5-5.htm">Leviticus 5:5-6</a>. The act of confessing iniquity is a demonstration of humility and recognition of God's holiness. The Hebrew word for "iniquity" here implies a deep moral failing or guilt, suggesting a profound awareness of personal sin. This aligns with the broader biblical narrative that emphasizes the need for repentance, as seen in 1 <a href="/john/1-9.htm">John 1:9</a>, which assures believers of forgiveness if they confess their sins. The psalmist's confession can also be seen as a type of Christ, who, though sinless, took upon Himself the iniquities of humanity (<a href="/isaiah/53-6.htm">Isaiah 53:6</a>).<p><b>I am troubled by my sin.</b><br>The psalmist expresses a deep emotional and spiritual disturbance caused by sin. This reflects the biblical understanding that sin disrupts one's relationship with God and brings about inner turmoil. The Hebrew word for "troubled" suggests being anxious or in distress, indicating the weight of guilt and the consequences of sin. This sentiment is echoed in <a href="/romans/7-24.htm">Romans 7:24</a>, where Paul laments his struggle with sin. The cultural context of ancient Israel placed a strong emphasis on communal and individual purity, and sin was seen as a defilement that required cleansing. The psalmist's troubled state can be seen as a precursor to the peace offered through Christ, who provides rest for the weary and burdened (<a href="/matthew/11-28.htm">Matthew 11:28-30</a>). This phrase underscores the importance of recognizing the seriousness of sin and the need for divine intervention to restore peace and righteousness.<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/38.htm">Psalm 38</a>, David is expressing deep personal repentance and sorrow for his sins.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>The ultimate recipient of David's confession, highlighting the relationship between the sinner and the divine.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/s/sin.htm">Sin</a></b><br>The central issue in this verse, representing the moral and spiritual failings that separate humans from God.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/c/confession.htm">Confession</a></b><br>The act of acknowledging one's sins before God, which is a key theme in this verse.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/r/repentance.htm">Repentance</a></b><br>The emotional and spiritual response to sin, involving a sincere turning away from wrongdoing.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_confession.htm">The Importance of Confession</a></b><br>Confession is a vital step in the process of repentance. It involves acknowledging our sins before God, which is the first step toward healing and restoration.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_weight_of_sin.htm">The Weight of Sin</a></b><br>Sin is not just a moral failing but a spiritual burden that troubles the soul. Recognizing the weight of our sins can lead us to genuine repentance.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_readiness_to_forgive.htm">God's Readiness to Forgive</a></b><br>While sin troubles us, God is always ready to forgive those who come to Him with a contrite heart. This assurance should encourage us to confess our sins without fear.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_humility_in_repentance.htm">The Role of Humility in Repentance</a></b><br>True repentance requires humility. We must be willing to admit our wrongs and seek God's help to overcome them.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_continuous_need_for_repentance.htm">The Continuous Need for Repentance</a></b><br>Repentance is not a one-time event but a continual process in the life of a believer. Regular self-examination and confession keep us aligned with God's will.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_38.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 38</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_hinders_effective_prayer.htm">What hinders effective prayer?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_psalm_38_align_with_hope.htm">How do we reconcile Psalm 38's extreme self-condemnation with other biblical passages that offer hope and forgiveness?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_romans_4_6-8_conflict_with_judgment.htm">In Romans 4:6-8, does the idea of sin not being counted against believers conflict with other biblical passages that emphasize judgment and accountability?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_are_sincere_prayers_unanswered.htm">(Psalm 65:2) If God truly hears all prayers, why do so many sincere requests remain unanswered?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/38.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(18) <span class= "bld">Sorry.</span>--The note of true penitence is here. The sorrow is for the <span class= "ital">sin </span>itself, not for its miserable results.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/38.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 18.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">For I will declare mine iniquity; I will be sorry for my sin.</span> The four "fors," beginning four consecutive verses, are somewhat puzzling. Canon Cook suggests that they introduce four reasons for the psalmist's silence (vers. 13, 14) and abstinence front self-justification: <p><span class="note_emph">(1)</span> because God hears him, and will make answer for him (ver. 15); <p><span class="note_emph">(2)</span> because, if he spoke, he might give further occasion to his enemies (ver. 16); <p><span class="note_emph">(3)</span> because he feels in danger, and is conscious of sin (ver. 17); and . . . <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/38-18.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">Yes,</span><br /><span class="heb">כִּֽי־</span> <span class="translit">(kî-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">A relative conjunction</span><br /><br /><span class="word">I confess</span><br /><span class="heb">אַגִּ֑יד</span> <span class="translit">(’ag·gîḏ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5046.htm">Strong's 5046: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be conspicuous</span><br /><br /><span class="word">my iniquity;</span><br /><span class="heb">עֲוֺנִ֥י</span> <span class="translit">(‘ă·wō·nî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - common singular construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5771.htm">Strong's 5771: </a> </span><span class="str2">Iniquity, guilt, punishment for iniquity</span><br /><br /><span class="word">I am troubled</span><br /><span class="heb">אֶ֝דְאַ֗ג</span> <span class="translit">(’eḏ·’aḡ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1672.htm">Strong's 1672: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be anxious or concerned, to fear</span><br /><br /><span class="word">by my sin.</span><br /><span class="heb">מֵֽחַטָּאתִֽי׃</span> <span class="translit">(mê·ḥaṭ·ṭā·ṯî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-m | Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2403.htm">Strong's 2403: </a> </span><span class="str2">An offence, its penalty, occasion, sacrifice, expiation, an offender</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/38-18.htm">Psalm 38:18 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/38-18.htm">Psalm 38:18 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/38-18.htm">Psalm 38:18 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/38-18.htm">Psalm 38:18 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/38-18.htm">Psalm 38:18 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/38-18.htm">Psalm 38:18 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/38-18.htm">Psalm 38:18 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/38-18.htm">Psalm 38:18 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/38-18.htm">Psalm 38:18 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/38-18.htm">Psalm 38:18 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/38-18.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 38:18 For I will declare my iniquity (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/38-17.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 38:17"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 38:17" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/38-19.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 38:19"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 38:19" /></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>