Psalms 39:8 cpdv — Then I said, “Behold, I draw near.” At the head of the book, it has been written of me:

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Then I said, “Behold, I draw near.” At the head of the book, it has been written of me: "

— Psalms 39:8, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Psalms 39 — Context

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Blessed is the man whose hope is in the name of the Lord, and who has no respect for vanities and absurd falsehoods.

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You have accomplished your many wonders, O Lord my God, and there is no one similar to you in your thoughts. I have announced and I have spoken: they are multiplied beyond number.

7

Sacrifice and oblation, you did not want. But you have perfected ears for me. Holocaust and sin offering, you did not require.

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Then I said, “Behold, I draw near.” At the head of the book, it has been written of me:

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that I should do your will. My God, I have willed it. And your law is in the midst of my heart.

10

I have announced your justice in a great Church: behold, I will not restrain my lips. O Lord, you have known it.

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I have not concealed your justice within my heart. I have spoken your truth and your salvation. I have not concealed your mercy and your truth from a great assembly.

Psalms 39:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 39:8 say?
Psalms 39:8 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Then I said, “Behold, I draw near.” At the head of the book, it has been written of me: ”
Where is Psalms 39:8 in the Bible?
Psalms 39:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 39, 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 39:8.
What translation should I read Psalms 39:8 in?
Psalms 39:8 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 39:8?
Psalms 39:8 reads (CPDV): “Then I said, “Behold, I draw near.” At the head of the book, it has been written of 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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