Psalms 34:2 net — I will boast in the LORD; let the oppressed hear and rejoice!

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"I will boast in the LORD; let the oppressed hear and rejoice!"

— Psalms 34:2, NET Bible

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KJV
“My soul shall make her boast in the Lord: the humble shall hear thereof, and be glad.”
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ASV
“My soul shall make her boast in Jehovah: The meek shall hear thereof, and be glad. ”
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WEB
“My soul shall boast in Yahweh. The humble shall hear of it, and be glad.”
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DRB
“Take hold of arms and shield: and rise up to help me.”
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BBE
“My soul will say great things of the Lord: the poor in spirit will have knowledge of it and be glad.”
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KJVA
“My soul shall make her boast in the Lord: the humble shall hear thereof, and be glad.”
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Psalms 34 — Context

Written by David, when he pretended to be insane before Abimelech, causing the king to send him away. I will praise the LORD at all times; my mouth will continually praise him.

I will boast in the LORD; let the oppressed hear and rejoice!

Magnify the LORD with me! Let’s praise his name together!

I sought the LORD’s help and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears.

Look to him and be radiant; do not let your faces be ashamed.

Psalms 34:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 34:2 say?

Psalms 34:2 in the NET Bible reads: “I will boast in the LORD; let the oppressed hear and rejoice!”

Where is Psalms 34:2 in the Bible?

Psalms 34:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 34, 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 34:2.

What translation should I read Psalms 34:2 in?

Psalms 34:2 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 34:2?

Psalms 34:2 reads (NET): “I will boast in the LORD; let the oppressed hear and rejoice!” 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 34:2 net — I will boast in the LORD; let the oppressed hear and rejoice!

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Psalms 34 — Context

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