Psalm 34:18
New International Version
The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.

New Living Translation
The LORD is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed.

English Standard Version
The LORD is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.

Berean Standard Bible
The LORD is near to the brokenhearted; He saves the contrite in spirit.

King James Bible
The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.

New King James Version
The LORD is near to those who have a broken heart, And saves such as have a contrite spirit.

New American Standard Bible
The LORD is near to the brokenhearted And saves those who are crushed in spirit.

NASB 1995
The LORD is near to the brokenhearted And saves those who are crushed in spirit.

NASB 1977
The LORD is near to the brokenhearted, And saves those who are crushed in spirit.

Legacy Standard Bible
Yahweh is near to the brokenhearted And saves those who are crushed in spirit.

Amplified Bible
The LORD is near to the heartbroken And He saves those who are crushed in spirit (contrite in heart, truly sorry for their sin).

Christian Standard Bible
The LORD is near the brokenhearted; he saves those crushed in spirit.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The LORD is near the brokenhearted; He saves those crushed in spirit.

American Standard Version
Jehovah is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart, And saveth such as are of a contrite spirit.

Contemporary English Version
The LORD is there to rescue all who are discouraged and have given up hope.

English Revised Version
The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart, and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The LORD is near to those whose hearts are humble. He saves those whose spirits are crushed.

Good News Translation
The LORD is near to those who are discouraged; he saves those who have lost all hope.

International Standard Version
The LORD is close to the brokenhearted, and he delivers those whose spirit has been crushed.

Majority Standard Bible
The LORD is near to the brokenhearted; He saves the contrite in spirit.

NET Bible
The LORD is near the brokenhearted; he delivers those who are discouraged.

New Heart English Bible
The LORD is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit.

Webster's Bible Translation
The LORD is nigh to them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as are of a contrite spirit.

World English Bible
Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
YHWH [is] near to the broken of heart, "" And He saves the bruised of spirit.

Young's Literal Translation
Near is Jehovah to the broken of heart, And the bruised of spirit He saveth.

Smith's Literal Translation
Jehovah is near to the broken of heart, and he will save the humble of spirit.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a contrite heart: and he will save the humble of spirit.

Catholic Public Domain Version
The Lord is near to those who are troubled in heart, and he will save the humble in spirit.

New American Bible
The LORD is close to the brokenhearted, saves those whose spirit is crushed.

New Revised Standard Version
The LORD is near to the brokenhearted, and saves the crushed in spirit.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
The LORD is near to them that are brokenhearted, and he saves those who are humble in spirit.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
LORD JEHOVAH is near to the broken hearted and he saves the meek in spirit.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart, And saveth such as are of a contrite spirit.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
The Lord is near to them that are of a contrite heart; and will save the lowly in spirit.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Taste and See that the LORD is Good
17The righteous cry out, and the LORD hears; He delivers them from all their troubles. 18The LORD is near to the brokenhearted; He saves the contrite in spirit. 19Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the LORD delivers him from them all.…

Cross References
Isaiah 57:15
For thus says the One who is high and lifted up, who inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy: “I dwell in a high and holy place, and with the oppressed and humble in spirit, to restore the spirit of the lowly and revive the heart of the contrite.

Matthew 5:3-4
“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. / Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.

Psalm 147:3
He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.

Isaiah 61:1
The Spirit of the Lord GOD is on Me, because the LORD has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and freedom to the prisoners,

2 Corinthians 7:10
Godly sorrow brings repentance that leads to salvation without regret, but worldly sorrow brings death.

James 4:6-10
But He gives us more grace. This is why it says: “God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.” / Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. / Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded. ...

Psalm 51:17
The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit; a broken and a contrite heart, O God, You will not despise.

Isaiah 66:2
Has not My hand made all these things? And so they came into being,” declares the LORD. “This is the one I will esteem: he who is humble and contrite in spirit, who trembles at My word.

Matthew 11:28-30
Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. / Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. / For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.”

2 Corinthians 1:3-4
Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, / who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God.

Luke 4:18
“The Spirit of the Lord is on Me, because He has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to release the oppressed,

Psalm 73:26
My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.

Romans 8:26-27
In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know how we ought to pray, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groans too deep for words. / And He who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God.

Hebrews 4:15-16
For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who was tempted in every way that we are, yet was without sin. / Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.

Psalm 9:9
The LORD is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble.


Treasury of Scripture

The LORD is near to them that are of a broken heart; and saves such as be of a contrite spirit.

is nigh

Psalm 75:1
To the chief Musician, Altaschith, A Psalm or Song of Asaph. Unto thee, O God, do we give thanks, unto thee do we give thanks: for that thy name is near thy wondrous works declare.

Psalm 85:9
Surely his salvation is nigh them that fear him; that glory may dwell in our land.

Psalm 119:151
Thou art near, O LORD; and all thy commandments are truth.

unto them [heb.

Psalm 51:17
The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit: a broken and a contrite heart, O God, thou wilt not despise.

Psalm 147:3
He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.

Isaiah 61:1
The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me; because the LORD hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to them that are bound;

such as [heb.

2 Kings 22:19
Because thine heart was tender, and thou hast humbled thyself before the LORD, when thou heardest what I spake against this place, and against the inhabitants thereof, that they should become a desolation and a curse, and hast rent thy clothes, and wept before me; I also have heard thee, saith the LORD.

Isaiah 57:15
For thus saith the high and lofty One that inhabiteth eternity, whose name is Holy; I dwell in the high and holy place, with him also that is of a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble, and to revive the heart of the contrite ones.

Isaiah 66:2
For all those things hath mine hand made, and all those things have been, saith the LORD: but to this man will I look, even to him that is poor and of a contrite spirit, and trembleth at my word.

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The LORD
The term "LORD" in this context is derived from the Hebrew word "YHWH," often vocalized as Yahweh. This is the personal name of God, emphasizing His eternal existence and covenantal faithfulness. In the Old Testament, this name is a reminder of God's unchanging nature and His intimate relationship with His people. The use of "LORD" here underscores the personal and attentive nature of God, who is not distant or detached but actively involved in the lives of His followers.

is near
The phrase "is near" comes from the Hebrew word "qarob," which means close in proximity or relationship. This word conveys the idea of God's immediate presence and accessibility. In the ancient Near Eastern context, gods were often perceived as distant and unapproachable, but the God of Israel is depicted as being intimately close to His people, especially in their times of distress. This nearness is not just physical but also relational, indicating God's readiness to support and comfort.

to the brokenhearted
"Brokenhearted" is translated from the Hebrew word "shabar," which means to break or shatter. This term paints a vivid picture of emotional and spiritual brokenness, akin to a heart that has been crushed by grief or despair. In biblical times, the heart was seen as the center of one's emotions and will. Thus, being brokenhearted signifies a deep, inner suffering. The promise that God is near to such individuals highlights His compassion and desire to heal and restore those who are deeply wounded.

He saves
The word "saves" is derived from the Hebrew "yasha," which means to deliver or rescue. This term is often used in the context of salvation, both physical and spiritual. In the biblical narrative, God is frequently portrayed as a deliverer who rescues His people from danger, oppression, and sin. This saving action is not just a one-time event but an ongoing process of redemption and restoration, reflecting God's power and mercy.

the contrite in spirit
"Contrite in spirit" comes from the Hebrew "dakka," meaning crushed or humbled. This phrase describes a state of humility and repentance, where an individual recognizes their own limitations and need for God's grace. In the biblical tradition, contrition is a prerequisite for receiving God's forgiveness and favor. It is a posture of the heart that acknowledges one's dependence on God and openness to His transformative work. The promise that God saves the contrite underscores His readiness to lift up those who humbly seek Him.

Verse 18. - The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and sayeth such as be of a contrite spirit. On the value in God's sight of a broken and contrite heart, see Psalm 2:17; and on his mercy towards the truly contrite, see Psalm 147:3; Isaiah 57:15; 69:2. He "is nigh" to such persons, he "dwells with" them, "looks to them, .... revives their heart, .... heals" them, "saves" them.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
The LORD
יְ֭הוָה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

is near to
קָר֣וֹב (qā·rō·wḇ)
Adjective - masculine singular
Strong's 7138: Near

the brokenhearted;
לְנִשְׁבְּרֵי־ (lə·niš·bə·rê-)
Preposition-l | Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine plural construct
Strong's 7665: To break, break in pieces

He saves
יוֹשִֽׁיעַ׃ (yō·wō·šî·a‘)
Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3467: To be open, wide, free, to be safe, to free, succor

the contrite
דַּכְּאֵי־ (dak·kə·’ê-)
Adjective - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1793: Contrite

in spirit.
ר֥וּחַ (rū·aḥ)
Noun - common singular
Strong's 7307: Wind, breath, exhalation, life, anger, unsubstantiality, a region of the sky, spirit


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