Psalms 34:18
The Lord is near to the broken-hearted, he helps those whose spirit is crushed.
Open English Bible (US)
In The King James Version
The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.
In Context
17When righteous cry, they are heard by the Lord, and he saves them from all their distresses.
19Many misfortunes befall the righteous, but the Lord delivers them out of them all.
Cross References
Psalms 18:7Then the earth shook and quaked, mountains trembled to their foundations, and quaked because of his wrath.
Psalms 75:1We praise you, God, we praise you: we would call on your name and declare your wonders.
Psalms 119:151but near, too, are you, O Lord, and all your commandments are trusty.
Psalms 145:19He will fulfil the desires of those who revere him; he will hear their cry for help and save them.
Matthew Henry on Psalms 34:12-22
An Exhortation to Fear God; The Privileges of the Righteous. 11 Come, ye children, hearken unto me: I will teach you the fear of the Lord . 12 What man is he that desireth life, and loveth many days, that he may see good? 13 Keep thy tongue from evil, and thy lips from speaking guile. 14 Depart from evil, and do good; seek peace, and pursue it. 15 The eyes of the Lord are upon the righteous, and his ears are open unto their cry. 16 The face of the Lord is against them that do evil, to cut off the remembrance of… Read the whole commentary →