Psalms 34:8
“O taste and see that the LORD is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in him.”
Psalms 34:8 in 8 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- O taste and see that the LORD is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in him.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- O taste, and see that the Lord is sweet: blessed is the man that hopeth in him.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- Oh taste and see that Jehovah is good: Blessed is the man that taketh refuge in him.
- DARBYDarby
- Taste and see that Jehovah is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in him!
- WEBThe World English Bible
- Oh taste and see that Yahweh is good. Blessed is the man who takes refuge in him.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- Taste ye and see that Jehovah is good, O the happiness of the man who trusteth in Him.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who trusts in him.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who trusts in him.
Context: Psalms 34
6This poor man cried, and the LORD heard him, and saved him out of all his troubles.
7The angel of the LORD encampeth round about them that fear him, and delivereth them.
8O taste and see that the LORD is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in him.
9O fear the LORD, ye his saints: for there is no want to them that fear him.
10The young lions do lack, and suffer hunger: but they that seek the LORD shall not want any good thing.
About Psalms 34: The Lord's Deliverance and Protection
Psalm 34 is an expression of praise and trust in the Lord. The author, David, reflects on his personal experiences of God's faithfulness in times of trouble and how the Lord delivers and protects those who call on Him.
Commentary
In this Psalm, we see a beautiful picture of the loving and attentive nature of God. David begins by encouraging others to join him in praising the Lord and boasting in His greatness. He then recounts his own experiences of seeking the Lord in times of trouble and finding deliverance and protection. David gives us a powerful reminder that no matter what we face in life, the Lord is with us and we can trust in Him. The Psalm ends with a call to fear the Lord and to seek His wisdom, which leads to a life of abundance and fulfillment. Overall, Psalm 34 is a powerful reminder to place our hope and trust in the Lord, who is always faithful and always willing to protect and deliver us.