69:31 69:31

Psalms 69:32

69:33 69:33

Bible Versions

The humble shall see [this, and] be glad: and your heart shall live that seek God.
The humble {H6035} shall see {H7200}{H8804)} this, and be glad {H8055}{H8799)}: and your heart {H3824} shall live {H2421}{H8799)} that seek {H1875}{H8802)} God {H430}.
The afflicted will see it and rejoice; you seeking after God, let your heart revive.
The humble will see and rejoice. You who seek God, let your hearts be revived!
The meek have seen it, and are glad: Ye that seek after God, let your heart live.

Psalm 69:32 (KJV) offers a profound promise of joy and spiritual vitality to those who are humble and earnestly seek God, particularly in the context of divine deliverance and vindication. This verse acts as a beacon of hope, assuring readers that God's intervention brings gladness and life to the sincere heart.

Context

Psalm 69 is a deeply emotional lament psalm, traditionally attributed to King David, where the psalmist pours out his heart in intense suffering and persecution. He describes being overwhelmed by enemies, feeling abandoned, and enduring reproach for his devotion to God. The psalm is a fervent cry for divine intervention and justice against his adversaries, while also expressing deep confidence in God's eventual response.

Verse 32 follows the psalmist's expressions of hope and faith that God will hear his prayer and deliver him from his troubles (e.g., "Let thy salvation, O God, set me up on high"). "This" in verse 32 refers to God's promised salvation, vindication, and the defeat of the wicked, which the humble and God-seekers will witness and rejoice in.

Key Themes

  • Divine Deliverance and Vindication: The verse highlights God's faithfulness to intervene on behalf of His suffering people. The "humble" will witness God's powerful acts of salvation, which validate their trust and endurance.
  • Blessings for the Humble: Humility is presented as a prerequisite for experiencing God's joy and spiritual life. Those who acknowledge their dependence on God and submit to His will are the ones who will truly appreciate and benefit from His deliverance.
  • Spiritual Life for Seekers: The promise "your heart shall live that seek God" underscores that an active, earnest pursuit of God leads to spiritual flourishing, vitality, and true well-being. It implies a renewed spirit, not just physical survival.
  • Joy in God's Salvation: The ultimate outcome of God's intervention is profound gladness. This joy is not fleeting but comes from a deep, abiding spiritual life granted by God Himself.

Linguistic Insights

  • "The humble" (Hebrew: anawim or anavim): This term refers to those who are meek, lowly, afflicted, or oppressed, but also those who are humble before God, acknowledging their dependence on Him. They are often contrasted with the proud or arrogant. This concept is central to Old Testament wisdom, often linked to receiving divine favor and blessings, as seen in the famous promise that "the meek shall inherit the earth" (Psalm 37:11).
  • "Seek God" (Hebrew: darash Elohim): This phrase implies more than casual interest; it denotes an earnest, diligent, and persistent pursuit. It means to inquire of God, to consult Him, to resort to Him for help and guidance, and to worship Him wholeheartedly.
  • "Your heart shall live": This is a powerful metaphor for spiritual renewal, vitality, and thriving. It signifies not just survival, but a flourishing inner life, full of hope, peace, and purpose, directly resulting from a relationship with God.

Practical Application

Psalm 69:32 offers timeless encouragement for believers today:

  1. Embrace Humility: In times of distress or prosperity, cultivating a humble spirit allows us to truly see and appreciate God's work in our lives. Humility opens the door to divine blessings and understanding.
  2. Persistently Seek God: When facing challenges, our primary response should be to earnestly seek God. This verse promises that such sincere pursuit leads to spiritual vitality and renewed hope. It reminds us that when we seek Him with all our heart, we will find Him.
  3. Anticipate Joy: Even in suffering, the promise of God's deliverance and the resulting gladness should fuel our hope. The joy that comes from seeing God's salvation is a spiritual joy that transcends circumstances, bringing life to the heart.
Note: Commentary is generated by AI with a directive for Biblical fidelity. Always rely on the Holy Spirit for discernment. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • Psalms 22:26

    The meek shall eat and be satisfied: they shall praise the LORD that seek him: your heart shall live for ever.

  • Psalms 34:2

    My soul shall make her boast in the LORD: the humble shall hear [thereof], and be glad.

  • John 16:22

    And ye now therefore have sorrow: but I will see you again, and your heart shall rejoice, and your joy no man taketh from you.

  • Isaiah 55:6

    ¶ Seek ye the LORD while he may be found, call ye upon him while he is near:

  • Isaiah 55:7

    Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts: and let him return unto the LORD, and he will have mercy upon him; and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon.

  • 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;

  • Isaiah 61:3

    To appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that they might be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that he might be glorified.
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