Psalms 119:28 net — I collapse from grief. Sustain me by your word!

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"I collapse from grief. Sustain me by your word!"

— Psalms 119:28, NET Bible

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Psalms 119:28 in Other Translations

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KJV
“My soul melteth for heaviness: strengthen thou me according unto thy word.”
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ASV
“My soul melteth for heaviness: Strengthen thou me according unto thy word. ”
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WEB
“My soul is weary with sorrow: strengthen me according to your word.”
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BBE
“My soul is wasted with sorrow; give me strength again in keeping with your word”
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KJVA
“My soul melteth for heaviness: strengthen thou me according unto thy word.”
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Psalms 119 — Context

ד(Dalet) I collapse in the dirt. Revive me with your word!

I told you about my ways and you answered me. Teach me your statutes!

Help me to understand what your precepts mean! Then I can meditate on your marvelous teachings.

I collapse from grief. Sustain me by your word!

Remove me from the path of deceit! Graciously give me your law!

I choose the path of faithfulness; I am committed to your regulations.

I hold fast to your rules. O LORD, do not let me be ashamed!

Psalms 119:28 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 119:28 say?

Psalms 119:28 in the NET Bible reads: “I collapse from grief. Sustain me by your word!”

Where is Psalms 119:28 in the Bible?

Psalms 119:28 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 119, verse 28.

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 119:28.

What translation should I read Psalms 119:28 in?

Psalms 119:28 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 119:28?

Psalms 119:28 reads (NET): “I collapse from grief. Sustain me by your word!” 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 119:28 net — I collapse from grief. Sustain me by your word!

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