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Psalms 61:8 cpdv — In God is my salvation and my glory. He is the God of my help, and my hope is in God.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"In God is my salvation and my glory. He is the God of my help, and my hope is in God. "

— Psalms 61:8, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Psalms 61 — Context

5

So, truly, they intended to reject my price. I ran in thirst. They blessed with their mouth and cursed with their heart.

6

Yet, truly, my soul will be subject to God. For from him is my patience.

7

For he is my God and my Savior. He is my helper; I will not be expelled.

8

In God is my salvation and my glory. He is the God of my help, and my hope is in God.

9

All peoples gathered together: trust in him. Pour out your hearts in his sight. God is our helper for eternity.

10

So, truly, the sons of men are untrustworthy. The sons of men are liars in the scales, so that, by emptiness, they may deceive among themselves.

11

Do not trust in iniquity, and do not desire plunder. If riches flow toward you, do not be willing to set your heart on them.

Psalms 61:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 61:8 say?
Psalms 61:8 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “In God is my salvation and my glory. He is the God of my help, and my hope is in God. ”
Where is Psalms 61:8 in the Bible?
Psalms 61:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 61, 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 61:8.
What translation should I read Psalms 61:8 in?
Psalms 61:8 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 61:8?
Psalms 61:8 reads (CPDV): “In God is my salvation and my glory. He is the God of my help, and my hope is in God. ” 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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