Psalms 119:28 web — My soul is weary with sorrow: strengthen me according to your word.

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"My soul is weary with sorrow: strengthen me according to your word."

— Psalms 119:28, World English Bible

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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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NET
“I collapse from grief. Sustain me by 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

My soul is laid low in the dust. Revive me according to your word!

I declared my ways, and you answered me. Teach me your statutes.

Let me understand the teaching of your precepts! Then I will meditate on your wondrous works.

My soul is weary with sorrow: strengthen me according to your word.

Keep me from the way of deceit. Grant me your law graciously!

I have chosen the way of truth. I have set your ordinances before me.

I cling to your statutes, Yahweh. Don't let me be disappointed.

Psalms 119:28 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 119:28 say?

Psalms 119:28 in the World English Bible reads: “My soul is weary with sorrow: strengthen me according to 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 (WEB): “My soul is weary with sorrow: strengthen me according to 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.

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