Psalms 69:29 kjv — But I am poor and sorrowful: let thy salvation, O God, set me up on high.

King James Version

"But I am poor and sorrowful: let thy salvation, O God, set me up on high."

— Psalms 69:29, King James Version

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ASV
“But I am poor and sorrowful: Let thy salvation, O God, set me up on high. ”
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WEB
“But I am in pain and distress. Let your salvation, God, protect me.”
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NET
“I am oppressed and suffering! O God, deliver and protect me!”
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BBE
“But I am poor and full of sorrow; let me be lifted up by your salvation, O Lord.”
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KJVA
“But I am poor and sorrowful: let thy salvation, O God, set me up on high.”
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Psalms 69 — Context

For they persecute him whom thou hast smitten; and they talk to the grief of those whom thou hast wounded.

Add iniquity unto their iniquity: and let them not come into thy righteousness.

Let them be blotted out of the book of the living, and not be written with the righteous.

But I am poor and sorrowful: let thy salvation, O God, set me up on high.

I will praise the name of God with a song, and will magnify him with thanksgiving.

This also shall please the Lord better than an ox or bullock that hath horns and hoofs.

The humble shall see this, and be glad: and your heart shall live that seek God.

Psalms 69:29 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 69:29 say?

Psalms 69:29 in the King James Version reads: “But I am poor and sorrowful: let thy salvation, O God, set me up on high.”

Where is Psalms 69:29 in the Bible?

Psalms 69:29 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 69, verse 29.

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 69:29.

What translation should I read Psalms 69:29 in?

Psalms 69:29 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 69:29?

Psalms 69:29 reads (KJV): “But I am poor and sorrowful: let thy salvation, O God, set me up on high.” 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 69:29 kjv — But I am poor and sorrowful: let thy salvation, O God, set me up on high.

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