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I will teach you the fear of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/34.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Come, my children, and listen to me, and I will teach you to fear the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/34.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Come, O children, listen to me; I will teach you the fear of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/34.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Come, children, listen to me; I will teach you the fear of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/34.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Come, ye children, hearken unto me: I will teach you the fear of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/34.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Come, you children, listen to me; I will teach you the fear of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/34.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Come, you children, listen to me; I will teach you the fear of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/34.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Come, you children, listen to me; I will teach you the fear of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/34.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Come, you children, listen to me; I will teach you the fear of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/34.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Come, you children, listen to me; I will teach you the fear of Yahweh.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/34.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Come, you children, listen to me; I will teach you to fear the LORD [with awe-inspired reverence and worship Him with obedience].<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/34.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Come, children, listen to me; I will teach you the fear of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/34.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Come, children, listen to me; I will teach you the fear of the LORD. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/34.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Come, ye children, hearken unto me: I will teach you the fear of Jehovah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/34.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Come, my children, listen as I teach you to respect the LORD. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/34.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Come, ye children, hearken unto me: I will teach you the fear of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/34.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Come, children, listen to me. I will teach you the fear of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/34.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Come, my young friends, and listen to me, and I will teach you to honor the LORD. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/34.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Come, children, listen to me, and I will teach you the fear of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/34.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Come, children, listen to me; I will teach you the fear of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/34.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Come children! Listen to me! I will teach you what it means to fear the LORD. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/34.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Come, you children, listen to me. I will teach you the fear of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/34.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Come, ye children, hearken to me; I will teach you the fear of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/34.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Come, you children, listen to me. I will teach you the fear of Yahweh. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/34.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Come, children, listen to me, "" I teach you the fear of YHWH.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/34.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Come ye, children, hearken to me, The fear of Jehovah I do teach you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/34.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Come, ye sons, hear to me: I will teach you the fear of Jehovah.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/34.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Come, children, hearken to me: I will teach you the fear of the Lord. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/34.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 33:12>Come forward, sons. Listen to me. I will teach you the fear of the Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/34.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Come, children, listen to me; I will teach you fear of the LORD. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/34.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Come, O children, listen to me; I will teach you the fear of the LORD.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/34.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Come, you children, listen to me, and I will teach you reverence for the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/34.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Come, children, hear me, and I shall teach you the worship of God.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/34.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Come, ye children, hearken unto me; I will teach you the fear of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/34.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Come, ye children, hear me: I will teach you the fear of the Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/34-11.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=3699" 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">10</span>Young lions go lacking and hungry, but those who seek the LORD lack no good thing. <span class="reftext">11</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1980.htm" title="1980: lə·ḵū- (V-Qal-Imp-mp) -- To go, come, walk. Akin to yalak; a primitive root; to walk.">Come,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: ḇā·nîm (N-mp) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">children,</a> <a href="/hebrew/8085.htm" title="8085: šim·‘ū- (V-Qal-Imp-mp) -- To hear. A primitive root; to hear intelligently.">listen</a> <a href="/hebrew/lî (Prep:: 1cs) -- ">to me;</a> <a href="/hebrew/3925.htm" title="3925: ’ă·lam·meḏ·ḵem (V-Piel-Imperf.h-1cs:: 2mp) -- A primitive root; properly, to goad, i.e. to teach:(un-) accustomed, X diligently, expert, instruct, learn, skilful, teach(-er,ing).">I will teach</a> <a href="/hebrew/3374.htm" title="3374: yir·’aṯ (N-fsc) -- A fear. Feminine of yare'; fear; morally, reverence.">you the fear</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.">of the LORD.</a> </span><span class="reftext">12</span>Who is the man who delights in life, who desires to see good days?…<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="/proverbs/1-8.htm">Proverbs 1:8</a></span><br />Listen, my son, to your father’s instruction, and do not forsake the teaching of your mother.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/4-1.htm">Proverbs 4:1</a></span><br />Listen, my sons, to a father’s instruction; pay attention and gain understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/9-10.htm">Proverbs 9:10</a></span><br />The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/22-6.htm">Proverbs 22:6</a></span><br />Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/6-6.htm">Deuteronomy 6:6-7</a></span><br />These words I am commanding you today are to be upon your hearts. / And you shall teach them diligently to your children and speak of them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/54-13.htm">Isaiah 54:13</a></span><br />Then all your sons will be taught by the LORD, and great will be their prosperity.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/3-1.htm">Proverbs 3:1-2</a></span><br />My son, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments; / for they will add length to your days, years and peace to your life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/8-32.htm">Proverbs 8:32-33</a></span><br />Now therefore, my sons, listen to me, for blessed are those who keep my ways. / Listen to instruction and be wise; do not ignore it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/15-33.htm">Proverbs 15:33</a></span><br />The fear of the LORD is the instruction of wisdom, and humility comes before honor.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/19-20.htm">Proverbs 19:20</a></span><br />Listen to counsel and accept discipline, that you may be wise the rest of your days.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/11-29.htm">Matthew 11:29</a></span><br />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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/6-4.htm">Ephesians 6:4</a></span><br />Fathers, do not provoke your children to wrath; instead, bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/3-14.htm">2 Timothy 3:14-15</a></span><br />But as for you, continue in the things you have learned and firmly believed, since you know from whom you have learned them. / From infancy you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/12-9.htm">Hebrews 12:9-11</a></span><br />Furthermore, we have all had earthly fathers who disciplined us, and we respected them. Should we not much more submit to the Father of our spirits and live? / Our fathers disciplined us for a short time as they thought best, but God disciplines us for our good, so that we may share in His holiness. / No discipline seems enjoyable at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it yields a harvest of righteousness and peace to those who have been trained by it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/3-13.htm">James 3:13</a></span><br />Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good conduct, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Come, you children, listen to me: I will teach you the fear of the LORD.</p><p class="hdg">Come</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/4-1.htm">Proverbs 4:1</a></b></br> Hear, ye children, the instruction of a father, and attend to know understanding.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/7-24.htm">Proverbs 7:24</a></b></br> Hearken unto me now therefore, O ye children, and attend to the words of my mouth.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/8-17.htm">Proverbs 8:17,32</a></b></br> I love them that love me; and those that seek me early shall find me… </p><p class="hdg">I will</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/32-8.htm">Psalm 32:8</a></b></br> I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go: I will guide thee with mine eye.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/111-10.htm">Psalm 111:10</a></b></br> The fear of the LORD <i>is</i> the beginning of wisdom: a good understanding have all they that do <i>his commandments</i>: his praise endureth for ever.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/1-7.htm">Proverbs 1:7</a></b></br> The fear of the LORD <i>is</i> the beginning of knowledge: <i>but</i> fools despise wisdom and instruction.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/17-6.htm">Attention</a> <a href="/psalms/25-13.htm">Children</a> <a href="/psalms/34-9.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/psalms/5-2.htm">Hearken</a> <a href="/psalms/32-8.htm">Teach</a> <a href="/psalms/25-12.htm">Teacher</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/37-37.htm">Attention</a> <a href="/psalms/36-7.htm">Children</a> <a href="/psalms/36-1.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/psalms/45-10.htm">Hearken</a> <a href="/psalms/45-4.htm">Teach</a> <a href="/psalms/71-17.htm">Teacher</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>Come, children, listen to me;</b><br>This phrase invites the audience to gather and pay attention, emphasizing the importance of the message. In biblical times, the term "children" often referred to disciples or followers, not just young ones. This reflects a teaching setting where wisdom and instruction are imparted. The call to "come" is reminiscent of wisdom literature, such as Proverbs, where wisdom is personified and calls out to those who seek understanding (<a href="/proverbs/1-20.htm">Proverbs 1:20-23</a>). The act of listening is crucial in Hebrew culture, where oral tradition was a primary means of learning and preserving knowledge.<p><b>I will teach you</b><br>The speaker assumes the role of a teacher, a respected position in ancient Israelite society. Teaching was a central aspect of Jewish life, with parents and elders responsible for passing down the laws and commandments of God (<a href="/deuteronomy/6-6.htm">Deuteronomy 6:6-7</a>). This phrase underscores the importance of instruction in the ways of God, aligning with the biblical emphasis on learning and adhering to divine wisdom. The role of a teacher is also seen in the ministry of Jesus, who often taught his disciples and the crowds through parables and direct instruction (<a href="/matthew/5.htm">Matthew 5:1-2</a>).<p><b>the fear of the LORD.</b><br>The "fear of the LORD" is a foundational concept in the Bible, representing a deep respect, reverence, and awe for God. It is the beginning of wisdom and knowledge (<a href="/proverbs/9-10.htm">Proverbs 9:10</a>). This fear is not about being afraid but about recognizing God's holiness, power, and authority. It involves a commitment to live according to His commandments and to seek His will. The fear of the LORD is a recurring theme throughout Scripture, seen in the lives of the patriarchs, prophets, and apostles. It is also a characteristic of Jesus Christ, who perfectly revered and obeyed the Father (<a href="/isaiah/11-2.htm">Isaiah 11:2-3</a>).<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 as a reflection of his experiences and his relationship with God. He often uses his life events to teach others about faith and trust in the Lord.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/c/children.htm">Children</a></b><br>Symbolically refers to the followers or disciples of David, and by extension, all believers who are willing to learn and grow in their faith.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/f/fear_of_the_lord.htm">Fear of the LORD</a></b><br>A central theme in this verse, representing a deep respect, reverence, and awe for God, which is foundational to wisdom and understanding.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_call_to_listen.htm">The Call to Listen</a></b><br>Just as David calls his followers to listen, we are called to be attentive to God's Word and teachings. Listening is the first step in learning and growing in our faith.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/teaching_the_fear_of_the_lord.htm">Teaching the Fear of the LORD</a></b><br>The fear of the LORD is not about being afraid but about having a profound respect and reverence for God. It is essential for living a life that honors Him.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_spiritual_mentorship.htm">The Role of Spiritual Mentorship</a></b><br>David acts as a mentor, teaching others about God. We are encouraged to seek and provide spiritual mentorship within our communities.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/childlike_faith_and_humility.htm">Childlike Faith and Humility</a></b><br>Approaching God with the humility and openness of a child allows us to learn and grow in our relationship with Him.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/practical_wisdom.htm">Practical Wisdom</a></b><br>The fear of the LORD leads to practical wisdom in our daily lives, guiding our decisions and actions in a way that aligns with God's will.<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/what_does_the_bible_say_to_parents_of_gay_kids.htm">What does the Bible say to Christian parents of gay children?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_comfort_and_support_in_grief.htm">How can you offer comfort and support in grief?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_reconcile_psalm_41_11_with_defeat.htm">If Psalm 41:11 suggests triumph over enemies is evidence of God's favor, how can it be reconciled with godly individuals who appear to be defeated?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_luke_18_15-17_contradict_the_ot.htm">Does Luke 18:15-17 contradict any Old Testament teachings about children and divine acceptance?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/34.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(11) Come, ye children <span class= "bld">. . .</span>--A common proverbial style. See <a href="/proverbs/1-8.htm" title="My son, hear the instruction of your father, and forsake not the law of your mother:">Proverbs 1:8</a>, and <span class= "ital">passim. </span>(Comp. also <a href="/1_john/2-1.htm" title="My little children, these things write I to you, that you sin not. And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous:">1John 2:1</a>, &c)<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/34.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verses 11-22.</span> - The second, didactic, part of the psalm here begins. The writer assumes the <span class="accented">role</span> of the teacher, and, addressing his readers as "sons," undertakes to "teach them the fear of the Lord" (ver, 11), or, in other words, to point out to them in what true religion consists. This he does in two remarkable verses (vers. 13, 14); after which he proceeds, in the remainder of the psalm, to give reasons which may incline them to the practice of it (vers. 15-22). The reasons resolve themselves into two main grounds - the tender love and care of God for the righteous (vers. 15, 17-20, 22), and his hostility to and punishment of the wicked (vers. 16, 21). <span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 11.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Come, ye children, hearken unto</span> <span class="cmt_word">me</span> (comp. <a href="/proverbs/4-1.htm">Proverbs 4:1</a>; <a href="/proverbs/8-32.htm">Proverbs 8:32</a>; <a href="/1_john/2-1.htm">1 John 2:1, 18</a>; <a href="/1_john/3-18.htm">1 John 3:18</a>; <a href="/1_john/4-4.htm">1 John 4:4</a>, etc.). <span class="cmt_word">I will</span> <span class="cmt_word">teach you the fear of the Lord;</span> <span class="accented">i.e.</span> I will teach you the nature of true religion. Note the absence from what follows of any merely legal requirements, and the simple insist-ance on right moral conduct (vers. 13, 14). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/34-11.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">Come,</span><br /><span class="heb">לְֽכוּ־</span> <span class="translit">(lə·ḵū-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1980.htm">Strong's 1980: </a> </span><span class="str2">To go, come, walk</span><br /><br /><span class="word">children,</span><br /><span class="heb">בָ֭נִים</span> <span class="translit">(ḇā·nîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> </span><span class="str2">A son</span><br /><br /><span class="word">listen to me;</span><br /><span class="heb">שִׁמְעוּ־</span> <span class="translit">(šim·‘ū-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8085.htm">Strong's 8085: </a> </span><span class="str2">To hear intelligently</span><br /><br /><span class="word">I will teach</span><br /><span class="heb">אֲלַמֶּדְכֶֽם׃</span> <span class="translit">(’ă·lam·meḏ·ḵem)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperfect Cohortative if contextual - first person common singular | second person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3925.htm">Strong's 3925: </a> </span><span class="str2">To exercise in, learn</span><br /><br /><span class="word">you the fear</span><br /><span class="heb">יִֽרְאַ֥ת</span> <span class="translit">(yir·’aṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3374.htm">Strong's 3374: </a> </span><span class="str2">Fear, reverence</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of the LORD.</span><br /><span class="heb">יְ֝הוָ֗ה</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 /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/34-11.htm">Psalm 34:11 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/34-11.htm">Psalm 34:11 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/34-11.htm">Psalm 34:11 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/34-11.htm">Psalm 34:11 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/34-11.htm">Psalm 34:11 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/34-11.htm">Psalm 34:11 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/34-11.htm">Psalm 34:11 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/34-11.htm">Psalm 34:11 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/34-11.htm">Psalm 34:11 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/34-11.htm">Psalm 34:11 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/34-11.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 34:11 Come you children listen to me (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/34-10.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 34:10"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 34:10" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/34-12.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 34:12"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 34:12" /></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>