Psalms 51:8

Make me to hear joy and gladness; that the bones which thou hast broken may rejoice.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Psalms 51:8

BSB

Let me hear joy and gladness; let the bones You have crushed rejoice.

AKJV

Make me to hear joy and gladness; that the bones which you have broken may rejoice.

CPDV

In my hearing, you will grant gladness and rejoicing. And the bones that have been humbled will exult.

ERV

Make me to hear joy and gladness; that the bones which thou hast broken may rejoice.

NHEB

Let me hear joy and gladness, That the bones which you have broken may rejoice.

SMT

Thou wilt cause me to hear joy and gladness; the bones thou didst break shall rejoice.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Psalms 51:8

MakemetohearH8085 joyH8342Noun MasculineandgladnessH8057Noun FemininethatthebonesH6106Noun FemininewhichthouhastbrokenH1794VerbmayrejoiceH1523Verb

Commentary for Psalms 51:8

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Psalms 51:8

Summary

Hearing joy transforms broken inner state

Event

Requesting restoration of joy

Estimated Time Period

c. 1000 BC