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he rescues those whose spirits are crushed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/34.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />The LORD is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/34.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is near to the brokenhearted; He saves the contrite in spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/34.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />The LORD <i>is</i> nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/34.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />The LORD <i>is</i> near to those who have a broken heart, And saves such as have a contrite spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/34.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is near to the brokenhearted And saves those who are crushed in spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/34.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />The LORD is near to the brokenhearted And saves those who are crushed in spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/34.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />The LORD is near to the brokenhearted, And saves those who are crushed in spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/34.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Yahweh is near to the brokenhearted And saves those who are crushed in spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/34.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is near to the heartbroken And He saves those who are crushed in spirit (contrite in heart, truly sorry for their sin).<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/34.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is near the brokenhearted; he saves those crushed in spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/34.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is near the brokenhearted; He saves those crushed in spirit. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/34.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Jehovah is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart, And saveth such as are of a contrite spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/34.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />The LORD is there to rescue all who are discouraged and have given up hope. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/34.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart, and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/34.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />The LORD is near to those whose hearts are humble. He saves those whose spirits are crushed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/34.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />The LORD is near to those who are discouraged; he saves those who have lost all hope. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/34.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />The LORD is close to the brokenhearted, and he delivers those whose spirit has been crushed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/34.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is near to the brokenhearted; He saves the contrite in spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/34.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is near the brokenhearted; he delivers those who are discouraged. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/34.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/34.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />The LORD is nigh to them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as are of a contrite spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/34.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/34.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />YHWH [is] near to the broken of heart, "" And He saves the bruised of spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/34.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Near is Jehovah to the broken of heart, And the bruised of spirit He saveth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/34.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Jehovah is near to the broken of heart, and he will save the humble of spirit.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/34.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a contrite heart: and he will save the humble of spirit. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/34.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 33:19>The Lord is near to those who are troubled in heart, and he will save the humble in spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/34.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is close to the brokenhearted, saves those whose spirit is crushed. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/34.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />The LORD is near to the brokenhearted, and saves the crushed in spirit.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/34.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is near to them that are brokenhearted, and he saves those who are humble in spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/34.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />LORD JEHOVAH is near to the broken hearted and he saves the meek in spirit.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/34.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart, And saveth such as are of a contrite spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/34.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />The Lord is near to them that are of a contrite heart; and will save the lowly in spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/34-18.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nFaD2oDhKPc?start=3744" 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">17</span>The righteous cry out, and the LORD hears; He delivers them from all their troubles. <span class="reftext">18</span><span class="highl"><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/7138.htm" title="7138: qā·rō·wḇ (Adj-ms) -- Near. Or qarob; from qarab; near.">is near to</a> <a href="/hebrew/7665.htm" title="7665: lə·niš·bə·rê- (Prep-l:: V-Nifal-Prtcpl-mpc) -- To break, break in pieces. A primitive root; to burst.">the brokenhearted;</a> <a href="/hebrew/3820.htm" title="3820: lêḇ (N-ms) -- A form of lebab; the heart; also used very widely for the feelings, the will and even the intellect; likewise for the centre of anything."></a> <a href="/hebrew/853.htm" title="853: wə·’eṯ- (Conj-w:: DirObjM) -- Apparent contracted from 'owth in the demonstrative sense of entity; properly, self."></a> <a href="/hebrew/3467.htm" title="3467: yō·wō·šî·a‘ (V-Hifil-Imperf-3ms) -- To deliver. A primitive root; properly, to be open, wide or free, i.e. to be safe; causatively, to free or succor.">He saves</a> <a href="/hebrew/1793.htm" title="1793: dak·kə·’ê- (Adj-mpc) -- Contrite. From daka'; crushed.">the contrite</a> <a href="/hebrew/7307.htm" title="7307: rū·aḥ (N-cs) -- Breath, wind, spirit. From ruwach; wind; by resemblance breath.">in spirit.</a> </span><span class="reftext">19</span>Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the LORD delivers him from them all.…<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="/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="/matthew/5-3.htm">Matthew 5:3-4</a></span><br />“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. / Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/147-3.htm">Psalm 147:3</a></span><br />He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/61-1.htm">Isaiah 61:1</a></span><br />The Spirit of the Lord GOD is on Me, because the LORD has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and freedom to the prisoners,<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="/james/4-6.htm">James 4:6-10</a></span><br />But He gives us more grace. This is why it says: “God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.” / Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. / Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/51-17.htm">Psalm 51:17</a></span><br />The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit; a broken and a contrite heart, O God, You will not despise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/66-2.htm">Isaiah 66:2</a></span><br />Has not My hand made all these things? And so they came into being,” declares the LORD. “This is the one I will esteem: he who is humble and contrite in spirit, who trembles at My word.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/11-28.htm">Matthew 11:28-30</a></span><br />Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. / Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. / For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/1-3.htm">2 Corinthians 1:3-4</a></span><br />Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, / who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/4-18.htm">Luke 4:18</a></span><br />“The Spirit of the Lord is on Me, because He has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to release the oppressed,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/73-26.htm">Psalm 73:26</a></span><br />My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/8-26.htm">Romans 8:26-27</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. / And He who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/4-15.htm">Hebrews 4:15-16</a></span><br />For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who was tempted in every way that we are, yet was without sin. / 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/9-9.htm">Psalm 9:9</a></span><br />The LORD is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">The LORD is near to them that are of a broken heart; and saves such as be of a contrite spirit.</p><p class="hdg">is nigh</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/75-1.htm">Psalm 75:1</a></b></br> To the chief Musician, Altaschith, A Psalm <i>or</i> Song of Asaph. Unto thee, O God, do we give thanks, <i>unto thee</i> do we give thanks: for <i>that</i> thy name is near thy wondrous works declare.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/85-9.htm">Psalm 85:9</a></b></br> Surely his salvation <i>is</i> nigh them that fear him; that glory may dwell in our land.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/119-151.htm">Psalm 119:151</a></b></br> Thou <i>art</i> near, O LORD; and all thy commandments <i>are</i> truth.</p><p class="hdg">unto them [heb.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/51-17.htm">Psalm 51:17</a></b></br> The sacrifices of God <i>are</i> a broken spirit: a broken and a contrite heart, O God, thou wilt not despise.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/147-3.htm">Psalm 147:3</a></b></br> He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/61-1.htm">Isaiah 61:1</a></b></br> The Spirit of the Lord GOD <i>is</i> upon me; because the LORD hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to <i>them that are</i> bound;</p><p class="hdg">such as [heb.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_kings/22-19.htm">2 Kings 22:19</a></b></br> Because thine heart was tender, and thou hast humbled thyself before the LORD, when thou heardest what I spake against this place, and against the inhabitants thereof, that they should become a desolation and a curse, and hast rent thy clothes, and wept before me; I also have heard <i>thee</i>, saith the LORD.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/57-15.htm">Isaiah 57:15</a></b></br> For thus saith the high and lofty One that inhabiteth eternity, whose name <i>is</i> Holy; I dwell in the high and holy <i>place</i>, with him also <i>that is</i> of a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble, and to revive the heart of the contrite ones.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/66-2.htm">Isaiah 66:2</a></b></br> For all those <i>things</i> hath mine hand made, and all those <i>things</i> have been, saith the LORD: but to this <i>man</i> will I look, <i>even</i> to <i>him that is</i> poor and of a contrite spirit, and trembleth at my word.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/31-12.htm">Broken</a> <a href="/luke/4-18.htm">Brokenhearted</a> <a href="/isaiah/61-1.htm">Broken-Hearted</a> <a href="/psalms/10-18.htm">Bruised</a> <a href="/psalms/18-45.htm">Close</a> <a href="/jeremiah/44-10.htm">Contrite</a> <a href="/psalms/18-42.htm">Crushed</a> <a href="/psalms/34-14.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/psalms/32-6.htm">Nigh</a> <a href="/psalms/20-6.htm">Saves</a> <a href="/psalms/20-6.htm">Saveth</a> <a href="/psalms/31-16.htm">Saviour</a> <a href="/psalms/34-2.htm">Spirit</a> <a href="/job/26-5.htm">Spirits</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/34-20.htm">Broken</a> <a href="/psalms/109-16.htm">Brokenhearted</a> <a href="/psalms/109-16.htm">Broken-Hearted</a> <a href="/psalms/38-8.htm">Bruised</a> <a href="/psalms/41-9.htm">Close</a> <a href="/psalms/51-17.htm">Contrite</a> <a href="/psalms/38-2.htm">Crushed</a> <a href="/psalms/35-13.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/psalms/55-18.htm">Nigh</a> <a href="/psalms/37-40.htm">Saves</a> <a href="/psalms/37-40.htm">Saveth</a> <a href="/psalms/34-22.htm">Saviour</a> <a href="/psalms/51-10.htm">Spirit</a> <a href="/psalms/88-10.htm">Spirits</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'; 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This is the personal name of God, emphasizing His eternal existence and covenantal faithfulness. In the Old Testament, this name is a reminder of God's unchanging nature and His intimate relationship with His people. The use of "LORD" here underscores the personal and attentive nature of God, who is not distant or detached but actively involved in the lives of His followers.<p><b>is near</b><br />The phrase "is near" comes from the Hebrew word "qarob," which means close in proximity or relationship. This word conveys the idea of God's immediate presence and accessibility. In the ancient Near Eastern context, gods were often perceived as distant and unapproachable, but the God of Israel is depicted as being intimately close to His people, especially in their times of distress. This nearness is not just physical but also relational, indicating God's readiness to support and comfort.<p><b>to the brokenhearted</b><br />"Brokenhearted" is translated from the Hebrew word "shabar," which means to break or shatter. This term paints a vivid picture of emotional and spiritual brokenness, akin to a heart that has been crushed by grief or despair. In biblical times, the heart was seen as the center of one's emotions and will. Thus, being brokenhearted signifies a deep, inner suffering. The promise that God is near to such individuals highlights His compassion and desire to heal and restore those who are deeply wounded.<p><b>He saves</b><br />The word "saves" is derived from the Hebrew "yasha," which means to deliver or rescue. This term is often used in the context of salvation, both physical and spiritual. In the biblical narrative, God is frequently portrayed as a deliverer who rescues His people from danger, oppression, and sin. This saving action is not just a one-time event but an ongoing process of redemption and restoration, reflecting God's power and mercy.<p><b>the contrite in spirit</b><br />"Contrite in spirit" comes from the Hebrew "dakka," meaning crushed or humbled. This phrase describes a state of humility and repentance, where an individual recognizes their own limitations and need for God's grace. In the biblical tradition, contrition is a prerequisite for receiving God's forgiveness and favor. It is a posture of the heart that acknowledges one's dependence on God and openness to His transformative work. The promise that God saves the contrite underscores His readiness to lift up those who humbly seek Him.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/34.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 18.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and sayeth such as be of a contrite spirit.</span> On the value in God's sight of a broken and contrite heart, see Psalm 2:17; and on his mercy towards the truly contrite, see <a href="/psalms/147-3.htm">Psalm 147:3</a>; <a href="/isaiah/57-15.htm">Isaiah 57:15</a>; 69:2. He "is nigh" to such persons, he "dwells with" them, "looks to them, .... revives their heart, .... heals" them, "saves" them. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/34-18.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">The LORD</span><br /><span class="heb">יְ֭הוָה</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">is near to</span><br /><span class="heb">קָר֣וֹב</span> <span class="translit">(qā·rō·wḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7138.htm">Strong's 7138: </a> </span><span class="str2">Near</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the brokenhearted;</span><br /><span class="heb">לְנִשְׁבְּרֵי־</span> <span class="translit">(lə·niš·bə·rê-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7665.htm">Strong's 7665: </a> </span><span class="str2">To break, break in pieces</span><br /><br /><span class="word">He saves</span><br /><span class="heb">יוֹשִֽׁיעַ׃</span> <span class="translit">(yō·wō·šî·a‘)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3467.htm">Strong's 3467: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be open, wide, free, to be safe, to free, succor</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the contrite</span><br /><span class="heb">דַּכְּאֵי־</span> <span class="translit">(dak·kə·’ê-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1793.htm">Strong's 1793: </a> </span><span class="str2">Contrite</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in spirit.</span><br /><span class="heb">ר֥וּחַ</span> <span class="translit">(rū·aḥ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7307.htm">Strong's 7307: </a> </span><span class="str2">Wind, breath, exhalation, life, anger, unsubstantiality, a region of the sky, spirit</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/34-18.htm">Psalm 34:18 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/34-18.htm">Psalm 34:18 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/34-18.htm">Psalm 34:18 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/34-18.htm">Psalm 34:18 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/34-18.htm">Psalm 34:18 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/34-18.htm">Psalm 34:18 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/34-18.htm">Psalm 34:18 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/34-18.htm">Psalm 34:18 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/34-18.htm">Psalm 34:18 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/34-18.htm">Psalm 34:18 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/34-18.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 34:18 Yahweh is near to those who have (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/34-17.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 34:17"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 34:17" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/34-19.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 34:19"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 34:19" /></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>