Psalms 43:4 net — Then I will go to the altar of God, to the God who gives me ecstatic joy, so that I express my thanks to you, O God, my…

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"Then I will go to the altar of God, to the God who gives me ecstatic joy, so that I express my thanks to you, O God, my God, with a harp."

— Psalms 43:4, NET Bible

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Psalms 43 — Context

1

Vindicate me, O God! Fight for me against an ungodly nation! Deliver me from deceitful and evil men!

2

For you are the God who shelters me. Why do you reject me? Why must I walk around mourning because my enemies oppress me?

3

Reveal your light and your faithfulness! They will lead me, they will escort me back to your holy hill, and to the place where you live.

4

Then I will go to the altar of God, to the God who gives me ecstatic joy, so that I express my thanks to you, O God, my God, with a harp.

5

Why are you depressed, O my soul? Why are you upset? Wait for God! For I will again give thanks to my God for his saving intervention.

Psalms 43:4 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 43:4 say?
Psalms 43:4 in the NET Bible reads: “Then I will go to the altar of God, to the God who gives me ecstatic joy, so that I express my thanks to you, O God, my God, with a harp.”
Where is Psalms 43:4 in the Bible?
Psalms 43:4 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 43, verse 4.
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 43:4.
What translation should I read Psalms 43:4 in?
Psalms 43:4 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 43:4?
Psalms 43:4 reads (NET): “Then I will go to the altar of God, to the God who gives me ecstatic joy, so that I express my thanks to you, O God, my God, with a harp.” 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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