Psalms 131:2 asv — Surely I have stilled and quieted my soul; Like a weaned child with his mother, Like a weaned child is my soul within m…

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"Surely I have stilled and quieted my soul; Like a weaned child with his mother, Like a weaned child is my soul within me. "

— Psalms 131:2, American Standard Version

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Psalms 131 — Context

1

Jehovah, my heart is not haughty, nor mine eyes lofty; Neither do I exercise myself in great matters, Or in things too wonderful for me.

2

Surely I have stilled and quieted my soul; Like a weaned child with his mother, Like a weaned child is my soul within me.

3

O Israel, hope in Jehovah From this time forth and for evermore.

Psalms 131:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 131:2 say?
Psalms 131:2 in the American Standard Version reads: “Surely I have stilled and quieted my soul; Like a weaned child with his mother, Like a weaned child is my soul within me. ”
Where is Psalms 131:2 in the Bible?
Psalms 131:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 131, verse 2.
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 131:2.
What translation should I read Psalms 131:2 in?
Psalms 131:2 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 131:2?
Psalms 131:2 reads (ASV): “Surely I have stilled and quieted my soul; Like a weaned child with his mother, Like a weaned child is my soul within me. ” 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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