Chapter 34
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Scripture
KJV1I will bless the LORD at all times: his praise shall continually be in my mouth.
2My soul shall make her boast in the LORD: the humble shall hear thereof, and be glad.
3O magnify the LORD with me, and let us exalt his name together.
4I sought the LORD, and he heard me, and delivered me from all my fears.
5They looked unto him, and were lightened: and their faces were not ashamed.
6This poor man cried, and the LORD heard him, and saved him out of all his troubles.
7The angel of the LORD encampeth round about them that fear him, and delivereth them.
8O taste and see that the LORD is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in him.
9O fear the LORD, ye his saints: for there is no want to them that fear him.
10The young lions do lack, and suffer hunger: but they that seek the LORD shall not want any good thing.
11Come, ye children, hearken unto me: I will teach you the fear of the LORD.
12What man is he that desireth life, and loveth many days, that he may see good?
13Keep thy tongue from evil, and thy lips from speaking guile.
14Depart from evil, and do good; seek peace, and pursue it.
15The eyes of the LORD are upon the righteous, and his ears are open unto their cry.
16The face of the LORD is against them that do evil, to cut off the remembrance of them from the earth.
17The righteous cry, and the LORD heareth, and delivereth them out of all their troubles.
18The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.
19Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of them all.
20He keepeth all his bones: not one of them is broken.
21Evil shall slay the wicked: and they that hate the righteous shall be desolate.
22The LORD redeemeth the soul of his servants: and none of them that trust in him shall be desolate.
Overview
Psalms Chapter 34 continues the biblical narrative and provides important insights into God's character and His plan for redemption. As you study this chapter, discover themes of faith, obedience, grace, and God's unfailing love.
Key Themes
God's Faithfulness
God's consistent character and His commitment to covenant promises.
Human Response
Various responses to God's word — showing consequences of belief and doubt.
Spiritual Truth
Spiritual principles applicable to our faith journey today.
Study Questions
What are the main events or teachings described in this chapter?
How do the characters respond to God in this passage?
What challenges are presented, and how are they resolved?
What does this chapter reveal about God's character?
What spiritual lessons can you apply to your own life?
Connection to Christ
Every passage ultimately points to Jesus through prophecy, typology, or thematic connection.
Jesus is the true source of faithfulness, the perfect response to God's word, and the embodiment of all spiritual truths presented throughout Scripture.
Personal Reflection
Take time to journal or meditate on what God is teaching you through Psalms 34. How can these truths transform your thinking and actions today?