Psalms
“The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.”
Psalms 34:18
Psalms 34:18 (KJV) speaks to God's presence, comfort from God, and heartbreak — words set in Psalms, Israel's songbook of honest prayer. Sit with it for a moment, and let the words do their quiet work.
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Verses that sit beside this one
“If I ascend up into heaven, thou art there: if I make my bed in hell, behold, thou art there.”
Psalms 139:8“He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.”
Psalms 147:3“Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.”
Psalms 23:4“For the Lamb which is in the midst of the throne shall feed them, and shall lead them unto living fountains of waters: and God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes.”
Revelation 7:17“And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.”
Revelation 21:4“Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.”
Joshua 1:9
Common questions
What does Psalms 34:18 mean?
In the King James Version, Psalms 34:18 reads: "The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit." The verse speaks to God's presence, comfort from God, and heartbreak. To read it well, take it in the flow of Psalms 34 rather than on its own, and let the words settle slowly — reading it aloud, or turning it into a short prayer, is often what makes its meaning land.
Is Psalms 34:18 in the King James Version?
Yes. "The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit." is Psalms 34:18 in the King James Version (KJV), found in Psalms chapter 34.
What are some related Bible verses to Psalms 34:18?
Verses that sit beside Psalms 34:18 include Psalms 139:8, Psalms 147:3, and Psalms 23:4. Reading them alongside Psalms 34:18 deepens the theme of God's presence.
How can I pray with Psalms 34:18?
Read Psalms 34:18 slowly, take a breath, and turn it into a short prayer in your own words — thanking God for what it promises, or asking for what it points to. Keep it somewhere you will see it today, and let it be a companion rather than a task to finish.