Psalm 116:4

Translations

Modern

Then I called on the name of the LORD: “O LORD, deliver my soul!”

Traditional

Then called I upon the name of the Lord; O Lord, I beseech thee, deliver my soul.

Literal

And in the name of YHWH I called out: “I pray, O YHWH, deliver my soul!”

Latin

…et nomen Domini invocavi: o Domine, libera animam meam.

Original

Hebrew

English

Then I called on the name of the LORD: “O LORD, deliver my soul!”

Notes

Psalms 116:4

This is the first of three times that the psalmist calls on the Lord’s name (which represents God's reputation).

Psalms 116:1–4

The psalmist praises the Lord for answering his prayers and rescuing him from death.

Psalms 116:1–19

This song of thanksgiving rejoices in God’s character and in rescue from death (Psalm 116:1–11). It gives an assurance of God’s protection in life and reminds the godly that the Lord watches over them even at death. The psalmist commits to living as God’s servant and resolves to honor him publicly (Psalm 116:12–19).

Psalms 113:1–118:29

These psalms are called the Egyptian Hallel. Hallel means “praise.” Jewish people use these psalms during Passover, which began when God brought Israel out of Egypt in the exodus. The people recite Psalms 113–114 before the Passover meal, and Psalms 115–118 are recited afterward.

Psalms 111:1–117:2

The word Hallelujah! is repeated throughout this group of psalms.

Theme notes and profiles

Praise Psalms Spirit Empowerment

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Psalm 118:5
In my distress I called to the LORD, and He answered and set me free.
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Deliver my soul from the sword, my precious life from the power of wild dogs.
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I stretch out my hands to You; my soul thirsts for You like a parched land. Selah
Luke 23:42–43
Then he said, “Jesus, remember me when You come into Your kingdom!”
Psalm 30:7–8
O LORD, You favored me; You made my mountain stand strong. When You hid Your face, I was dismayed.
Psalm 50:15
Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you will honor Me.”
Psalm 142:4–6
Look to my right and see; no one attends to me. There is no refuge for me; no one cares for my soul.
Luke 18:13
But the tax collector stood at a distance, unwilling even to lift up his eyes to heaven. Instead, he beat his breast and said, ‘God, have mercy on me, a sinner!’
Psalm 25:17
The troubles of my heart increase; free me from my distress.
Psalm 18:6
In my distress I called upon the LORD; I cried to my God for help. From His temple He heard my voice, and my cry for His help reached His ears.
2 Chronicles 33:12–13
And in his distress, Manasseh sought the favor of the LORD his God and earnestly humbled himself before the God of his fathers.
Psalm 6:4
Turn, O LORD, and deliver my soul; save me because of Your loving devotion.

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Confession Hallel Hallelujah Music Psalms, Book of

Topics

Afflictions and Adversities: Prayer In God: Providence of Prayer is Described as Calling Upon the Name of the Lord Testimony: Religious, Exemplified

Psalm 116:4

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