Psalms 34:1
What does Psalms 34:1 mean?
A plain-English look at Psalms 34:1 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.
What Psalms 34:1 means
David begins this psalm with a personal declaration of perpetual praise to God. Regardless of his circumstances, good or bad, his commitment is to consistently bless the Lord. This isn't merely a private thought but an outward expression, as his mouth will continually offer God's praise. This sets a tone of unwavering devotion, establishing that the foundation of his gratitude is an ongoing, heartfelt acknowledgment of God's goodness and faithfulness, not just an occasional act of worship in response to a specific blessing.
Parallel translations
WEB
World English Bible · 2000I will bless Jehovah at all times: His praise shall continually be in my mouth.
KJV
King James Version · 1611I will bless the Lord at all times: his praise shall continually be in my mouth.
ASV
American Standard Version · 1901I will bless Jehovah at all times: His praise shall continually be in my mouth.
BBE
Bible in Basic English · 1949I will be blessing the Lord at all times; his praise will be ever in my mouth.
YLT
Young's Literal Translation · 1862By David, in his changing his behaviour before Abimelech, and he driveth him away, and he goeth. I do bless Jehovah at all times, Continually His praise <FI>is<Fi> in my mouth.
DRA
Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752For David himself. Judge thou, O Lord, them that wrong me: overthrow them that fight against me.
DBY
Darby Bible · 1890I will bless Jehovah at all times; his praise shall continually be in my mouth.
Context
This verse opens Psalm 34, immediately establishing David's personal commitment to praising God at all times. It lays the groundwork for the entire psalm, which will unfold as a testimony of God's deliverance and an invitation for others to join in worship. This introductory statement sets the emotional and spiritual tone for the reader, preparing them for a psalm filled with gratitude and instruction.
v.1This passage
v.2My soul shall make her boast in Jehovah: The meek shall hear thereof, and be glad.
Cross references
Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.
- Colossians 3:17
And whatsoever ye do, in word or in deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.
- Isaiah 24:15
Wherefore glorify ye Jehovah in the east, even the name of Jehovah, the God of Israel, in the isles of the sea.
- Ephesians 5:20
giving thanks always for all things in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ to God, even the Father;
- 2 Thessalonians 1:3
We are bound to give thanks to God always for you, brethren, even as it is meet, for that your faith groweth exceedingly, and the love of each one of you all toward one another aboundeth;
- Acts 16:25
But about midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns unto God, and the prisoners were listening to them;
- Proverbs 29:25
The fear of man bringeth a snare; But whoso putteth his trust in Jehovah shall be safe.
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