Psalms 28:8 net — The LORD strengthens his people; he protects and delivers his chosen king.

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"The LORD strengthens his people; he protects and delivers his chosen king."

— Psalms 28:8, NET Bible

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Psalms 28:8 in Other Translations

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KJV
“The Lord is their strength, and he is the saving strength of his anointed.”
King James Version · Read this chapter in KJV
ASV
“Jehovah is their strength, And he is a stronghold of salvation to his anointed. ”
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WEB
“Yahweh is their strength. He is a stronghold of salvation to his anointed.”
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DRB
“The voice of the Lord shaketh the desert: and the Lord shall shake the desert of Cades.”
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BBE
“The Lord is their strength, and a strong place of salvation for his king.”
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KJVA
“The Lord is their strength, and he is the saving strength of his anointed.”
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Psalms 28 — Context

For they do not understand the LORD’s actions, or the way he carries out justice. The LORD will permanently demolish them.

The LORD deserves praise, for he has heard my plea for mercy!

The LORD strengthens and protects me; I trust in him with all my heart. I am rescued and my heart is full of joy; I will sing to him in gratitude.

The LORD strengthens his people; he protects and delivers his chosen king.

Deliver your people! Empower the nation that belongs to you! Care for them like a shepherd and carry them in your arms at all times!

Psalms 28:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 28:8 say?

Psalms 28:8 in the NET Bible reads: “The LORD strengthens his people; he protects and delivers his chosen king.”

Where is Psalms 28:8 in the Bible?

Psalms 28:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 28, verse 8.

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 28:8.

What translation should I read Psalms 28:8 in?

Psalms 28:8 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 28:8?

Psalms 28:8 reads (NET): “The LORD strengthens his people; he protects and delivers his chosen king.” 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 28:8 net — The LORD strengthens his people; he protects and delivers his chosen king.

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