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You are my God, and I will exalt you!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/118.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />You are my God, and I will give thanks to you; you are my God; I will extol you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/118.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />You are my God, and I will give You thanks. You are my God, and I will exalt You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/118.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Thou <i>art</i> my God, and I will praise thee: <i>thou art</i> my God, I will exalt thee.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/118.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />You <i>are</i> my God, and I will praise You; <i>You are</i> my God, I will exalt You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/118.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />You are my God, and I give thanks to You; <i>You are</i> my God, I exalt You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/118.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />You are my God, and I give thanks to You; You are my God, I extol You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/118.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Thou art my God, and I give thanks to Thee; <i>Thou art</i> my God, I extol Thee.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/118.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />You are my God, and I give thanks to You; <i>You are</i> my God, I exalt You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/118.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />You are my God, and I give thanks to You; [You are] my God, I extol You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/118.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />You are my God, and I will give you thanks. You are my God; I will exalt you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/118.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />You are my God, and I will give You thanks. You are my God; I will exalt You. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/118.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Thou art my God, and I will give thanks unto thee: Thou art my God, I will exalt thee.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/118.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />The LORD is my God! I will praise him and tell him how thankful I am. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/118.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Thou art my God, and I will give thanks unto thee: thou art my God, I will exalt thee.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/118.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />You are my God, and I give thanks to you. My God, I honor you highly.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/118.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />You are my God, and I give you thanks; I will proclaim your greatness. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/118.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />You are my God, and I will praise you; my God, and I will exalt you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/118.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />You are my God, and I will give You thanks. You are my God, and I will exalt You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/118.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />You are my God and I will give you thanks! You are my God and I will praise you! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/118.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />You are my God, and I will give thanks to you. You are my God, I will exalt you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/118.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Thou art my God, and I will praise thee: thou art my God, I will exalt thee.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/118.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />You are my God, and I will give thanks to you. You are my God, I will exalt you. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/118.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />You [are] my God, and I confess You, "" My God, I exalt You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/118.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> My God Thou art, and I confess Thee, My God, I exalt Thee.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/118.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Thou my God, and I will praise thee: my God, I will exalt thee.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/118.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Thou art my God, and I will praise thee: thou art my God, and I will exalt thee. I will praise thee, because thou hast heard me, and art become my salvation. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/118.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 117:28>You are my God, and I will confess to you. You are my God, and I will exalt you. I will confess to you, for you have heeded me. And you have become my salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/118.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />You are my God, I give you thanks; my God, I offer you praise. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/118.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />You are my God, and I will give thanks to you; you are my God, I will extol you.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/118.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Thou art my God, and I will give thanks to thee; thou art my God, I will exalt thee.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/118.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />You are my God, I shall confess you. You are my God, I shall praise you!<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/118.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Thou art my God, and I will give thanks unto Thee; Thou art my God, I will exalt Thee.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/118.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Thou art my God, and I will give thee thanks: thou art my God, and I will exalt thee. I will give thanks to thee, for thou hast heard me, and art become my salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/118-28.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=14946" 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/118.htm">Give Thanks to the LORD, for He is Good</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">27</span>The LORD is God; He has made His light to shine upon us. Bind the festal sacrifice with cords to the horns of the altar. <span class="reftext">28</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/859.htm" title="859: ’at·tāh (Pro-2ms) -- You (masc. sing.). ">You</a> <a href="/hebrew/410.htm" title="410: ’ê·lî (N-msc:: 1cs) -- God, in pl. gods. Shortened from 'ayil; strength; as adjective, mighty; especially the Almighty.">are my God,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3034.htm" title="3034: wə·’ō·w·ḏe·kā (Conj-w:: V-Hifil-ConjImperf.h-1cs:: 2mse) -- To throw, cast. ">and I will give You thanks.</a> <a href="/hebrew/430.htm" title="430: ’ĕ·lō·hay (N-mpc:: 1cs) -- Plural of 'elowahh; gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used of the supreme God">You are my God,</a> <a href="/hebrew/7311.htm" title="7311: ’ă·rō·wm·me·kā (V-Piel-Imperf.h-1cs:: 2mse) -- To be high or exalted, rise. A primitive root; to be high actively, to rise or raise.">and I will exalt You.</a> </span><span class="reftext">29</span>Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.…<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="/exodus/15-2.htm">Exodus 15:2</a></span><br />The LORD is my strength and my song, and He has become my salvation. He is my God, and I will praise Him, my father’s God, and I will exalt Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/12-2.htm">Isaiah 12:2</a></span><br />Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. For the LORD GOD is my strength and my song, and He also has become my salvation.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/95-6.htm">Psalm 95:6</a></span><br />O come, let us worship and bow down; let us kneel before the LORD our Maker.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/100-3.htm">Psalm 100:3-4</a></span><br />Know that the LORD is God. It is He who made us, and we are His; we are His people, and the sheep of His pasture. / Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise; give thanks to Him and bless His name.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/145-1.htm">Psalm 145:1</a></span><br />A Psalm of praise. Of David. I will exalt You, my God and King; I will bless Your name forever and ever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/86-12.htm">Psalm 86:12</a></span><br />I will praise You, O Lord my God, with all my heart; I will glorify Your name forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/30-12.htm">Psalm 30:12</a></span><br />that my heart may sing Your praises and not be silent. O LORD my God, I will give thanks forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/99-5.htm">Psalm 99:5</a></span><br />Exalt the LORD our God, and worship at His footstool; He is holy!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/103-1.htm">Psalm 103:1</a></span><br />Of David. Bless the LORD, O my soul; all that is within me, bless His holy name.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/138-1.htm">Psalm 138:1</a></span><br />Of David. I give You thanks with all my heart; before the gods I sing Your praises.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/16-8.htm">1 Chronicles 16:8-10</a></span><br />“Give thanks to the LORD; call upon His name; make known His deeds among the nations. / Sing to Him, sing praises to Him; tell of all His wonders. / Glory in His holy name; let the hearts of those who seek the LORD rejoice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/29-13.htm">1 Chronicles 29:13</a></span><br />Now therefore, our God, we give You thanks, and we praise Your glorious name.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/25-1.htm">Isaiah 25:1</a></span><br />O LORD, You are my God! I will exalt You; I will praise Your name. For You have worked wonders—plans formed long ago—in perfect faithfulness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/42-8.htm">Isaiah 42:8</a></span><br />I am the LORD; that is My name! I will not yield My glory to another or My praise to idols.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/33-11.htm">Jeremiah 33:11</a></span><br />the sounds of joy and gladness, the voices of the bride and bridegroom, and the voices of those bringing thank offerings into the house of the LORD, saying: ‘Give thanks to the LORD of Hosts, for the LORD is good; His loving devotion endures forever.’ For I will restore the land from captivity as in former times, says the LORD.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">You are my God, and I will praise you: you are my God, I will exalt you.</p><p class="hdg">my God</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/145-1.htm">Psalm 145:1</a></b></br> David's <i>Psalm</i> of praise. I will extol thee, my God, O king; and I will bless thy name for ever and ever.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/146-2.htm">Psalm 146:2</a></b></br> While I live will I praise the LORD: I will sing praises unto my God while I have any being.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/exodus/15-2.htm">Exodus 15:2</a></b></br> The LORD <i>is</i> my strength and song, and he is become my salvation: he <i>is</i> my God, and I will prepare him an habitation; my father's God, and I will exalt him.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/107-31.htm">Confess</a> <a href="/psalms/107-32.htm">Exalt</a> <a href="/psalms/117-1.htm">Extol</a> <a href="/psalms/115-1.htm">Honour</a> <a href="/psalms/118-21.htm">Praise</a> <a href="/psalms/118-21.htm">Thanks</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/119-7.htm">Confess</a> <a href="/psalms/137-6.htm">Exalt</a> <a href="/psalms/145-1.htm">Extol</a> <a href="/psalms/119-120.htm">Honour</a> <a href="/psalms/118-29.htm">Praise</a> <a href="/psalms/118-29.htm">Thanks</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 118</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/118-1.htm">An exhortation to praise God for his mercy</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/118-5.htm">The psalmist by his experience shows how good it is to trust in God</a></span><br><span class="reftext">19. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/118-19.htm">Under the type of the psalmist the coming of Christ in his kingdom is expressed</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/118.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/118.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>You are my God, and I will give You thanks.</b><br>This declaration of personal relationship with God reflects the covenantal language found throughout the Old Testament, where God identifies Himself as the God of Israel (<a href="/exodus/20-2.htm">Exodus 20:2</a>). The psalmist's acknowledgment of God as "my God" signifies a personal and communal bond, echoing the intimate relationship between God and His people. Giving thanks is a central theme in the Psalms, often associated with worship and recognition of God's faithfulness and deliverance (<a href="/psalms/100-4.htm">Psalm 100:4</a>). Historically, thanksgiving was expressed through sacrifices and offerings at the temple, a practice rooted in the Levitical laws (<a href="/leviticus/7-12.htm">Leviticus 7:12-15</a>). This phrase also anticipates the New Testament teaching of giving thanks in all circumstances (<a href="/1_thessalonians/5-18.htm">1 Thessalonians 5:18</a>), highlighting a continuous thread of gratitude in the believer's life.<p><b>You are my God, and I will exalt You.</b><br>The repetition of "You are my God" emphasizes the psalmist's devotion and the exclusivity of worship due to God alone, rejecting idolatry and affirming monotheism. Exalting God involves lifting Him up in praise and acknowledging His supreme authority and majesty. This act of exaltation is a response to God's mighty acts and His steadfast love, themes prevalent in the Psalms (<a href="/psalms/145.htm">Psalm 145:1</a>). The cultural context of ancient Israel included public acts of worship, such as singing and playing instruments, to exalt God during festivals and gatherings (<a href="/2_chronicles/5-13.htm">2 Chronicles 5:13</a>). This phrase also points to the ultimate exaltation of Jesus Christ, who is lifted up and glorified (<a href="/philippians/2-9.htm">Philippians 2:9-11</a>), serving as a type of Christ in the psalmist's expression of worship.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_psalmist.htm">The Psalmist</a></b><br>The author of <a href="/bsb/psalms/118.htm">Psalm 118</a>, traditionally attributed to King David, who expresses personal devotion and gratitude to God.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The central figure in this verse, acknowledged as the personal God of the psalmist, deserving of thanks and exaltation.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_temple.htm">The Temple</a></b><br>While not directly mentioned in this verse, the context of <a href="/bsb/psalms/118.htm">Psalm 118</a> suggests a setting of worship, possibly linked to the temple in Jerusalem.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/i/israel.htm">Israel</a></b><br>The nation of Israel, often the collective voice in the Psalms, expressing communal worship and thanksgiving to God.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_exodus.htm">The Exodus</a></b><br>An event that underpins much of Israel's worship, reflecting on God's deliverance and faithfulness, which is a recurring theme in the Psalms.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/p/personal_relationship_with_god.htm">Personal Relationship with God</a></b><br>The psalmist's declaration, "You are my God," emphasizes a personal relationship with God. Believers are encouraged to cultivate a personal and intimate connection with God, recognizing Him as their own.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/a/attitude_of_gratitude.htm">Attitude of Gratitude</a></b><br>The commitment to give thanks is a central theme. Christians are called to maintain an attitude of gratitude, acknowledging God's goodness and faithfulness in their lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/e/exaltation_in_worship.htm">Exaltation in Worship</a></b><br>Exalting God is an act of worship that goes beyond words. It involves lifting God high in our hearts and lives, prioritizing His glory in all we do.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/consistency_in_praise.htm">Consistency in Praise</a></b><br>The repetition of "You are my God" and the actions of giving thanks and exalting God suggest consistency. Believers should strive for regular and consistent praise, regardless of circumstances.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/community_worship.htm">Community Worship</a></b><br>While the verse is personal, it is also part of a communal psalm. Christians are encouraged to join together in worship, strengthening their faith and witness as a community.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_118.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 118</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_can_condemn_if_god_justifies_us.htm">How do you express adoration for God's greatness?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_evidence_confirms_god's_'works'.htm">In Psalm 28:5, which mentions God's 'works,' what historical or archaeological evidence can confirm these claimed acts of God?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_exalt_israel's_horn,_not_others.htm">Why is God said to exalt 'the horn of his people' only for Israel, excluding other nations? (Psalm 148:14)</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_do_praise_and_worship_differ.htm">How do praise and worship differ in purpose and expression?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/118.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 28.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Thou art my God, and I will praise thee: thou art my God, I will exalt thee.</span> This is the acknowledgment made by each and all, and probably repeated many times, while the sacrifice is being consumed upon the altar. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/118-28.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">You</span><br /><span class="heb">אַתָּ֣ה</span> <span class="translit">(’at·tāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Pronoun - second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_859.htm">Strong's 859: </a> </span><span class="str2">Thou and thee, ye and you</span><br /><br /><span class="word">are my God,</span><br /><span class="heb">אֵלִ֣י</span> <span class="translit">(’ê·lî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_410.htm">Strong's 410: </a> </span><span class="str2">Strength -- as adjective, mighty, the Almighty</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and I will give You thanks.</span><br /><span class="heb">וְאוֹדֶ֑ךָּ</span> <span class="translit">(wə·’ō·w·ḏe·kā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive imperfect Cohortative if contextual - first person common singular | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3034.htm">Strong's 3034: </a> </span><span class="str2">To throw, at, away, to revere, worship, to bemoan</span><br /><br /><span class="word">You are my God,</span><br /><span class="heb">אֱ֝לֹהַ֗י</span> <span class="translit">(’ĕ·lō·hay)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_430.htm">Strong's 430: </a> </span><span class="str2">gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative</span><br /><br /><span class="word">[and] I will exalt You.</span><br /><span class="heb">אֲרוֹמְמֶֽךָּ׃</span> <span class="translit">(’ă·rō·wm·me·kā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperfect Cohortative if contextual - first person common singular | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7311.htm">Strong's 7311: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be high actively, to rise, raise</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/118-28.htm">Psalm 118:28 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/118-28.htm">Psalm 118:28 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/118-28.htm">Psalm 118:28 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/118-28.htm">Psalm 118:28 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/118-28.htm">Psalm 118:28 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/118-28.htm">Psalm 118:28 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/118-28.htm">Psalm 118:28 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/118-28.htm">Psalm 118:28 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/118-28.htm">Psalm 118:28 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/118-28.htm">Psalm 118:28 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/118-28.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 118:28 You are my God and I will (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/118-27.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 118:27"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 118:27" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/118-29.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 118:29"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 118:29" /></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>