Psalms 118:42 cpdv — And I will respond to those who reproach me by word, for I have hoped in your words.

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"And I will respond to those who reproach me by word, for I have hoped in your words. "

— Psalms 118:42, Catholic Public Domain Version

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“So shall I answer them that reproach me in any thing; that I have trusted in thy words.”
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Psalms 118 — Context

Cut off my disgrace, which I have taken up, for your judgments are delightful.

Behold, I have longed for your commandments. Revive me in your fairness.

And let your mercy overwhelm me, O Lord: your salvation according to your eloquence.

And I will respond to those who reproach me by word, for I have hoped in your words.

And do not utterly take away the word of truth from my mouth. For in your judgments, I have hoped beyond hope.

And I will always keep your law, in this age and forever and ever.

And I have wandered far and wide, because I was seeking your commandments.

Psalms 118:42 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 118:42 say?

Psalms 118:42 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And I will respond to those who reproach me by word, for I have hoped in your words. ”

Where is Psalms 118:42 in the Bible?

Psalms 118:42 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 118, verse 42.

Who wrote Psalms?

Psalms is traditionally attributed to Multiple authors (David, Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, others). Approximately 73 psalms are attributed to David; others to Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, Heman, and Ethan; the remainder are anonymous. It was written c. 1410–430 BC.

What is the book of Psalms about?

The Psalms are the prayer book and hymnal of God's people, gathering a thousand years of inspired song — praise, lament, thanksgiving, confession, and royal and messianic worship. Every emotion of the believing heart finds a voice here, and every voice finds its center in Christ.

What are the major themes of Psalms?

Psalms explores themes including Praise, Lament, Trust, Messiah, Refuge, Kingship. These themes shape the meaning and context of Psalms 118:42.

What translation should I read Psalms 118:42 in?

Psalms 118:42 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.

How can I memorize Psalms 118:42?

Psalms 118:42 reads (CPDV): “And I will respond to those who reproach me by word, for I have hoped in your words. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.

Psalms 118:42 cpdv — And I will respond to those who reproach me by word, for I have hoped in your words.

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