Psalms 32

Blessed Is the One Whose Sin Is Forgiven

1 Blessed is he whose transgressionTransgression: פֶּשַׁע (Pesha). The Hebrew pesha (פֶּשַׁע) means transgression or rebellion—willful violation of God's law. It implies deliberate revolt against divine authority: 'he was wounded for our transgressions' (Isaiah 53:5). is forgiven, whose sin is covered. Sin: Psalms 53:1, 85:2, Isaiah 1:18, 43:25, 44:22. Blessing: Psalms 40:4, 106:3, Luke 11:28, Revelation 22:14. Parallel theme: Psalms 42:1 +5

2 Blessed is the man unto whom the LORD imputeth not iniquity, and in whose spiritSpirit: רוּחַ (Ruach). The Hebrew ruach (רוּחַ) means spirit, wind, or breath—invisible but powerful. It describes both the Holy Spirit and the human spirit. God's Spirit gives life and empowers His people. there is no guile. References Lord: Leviticus 17:4. Parallel theme: John 1:47, Revelation 14:5

3 When I kept silence, my bones waxed old through my roaring all the day long. Parallel theme: Psalms 22:1, 38:3, 38:8, 51:8, Job 30:30, Proverbs 28:13, Lamentations 3:8, Hosea 7:14 +3

4 For day and night thy hand was heavy upon me: my moisture is turned into the drought of summer. Selah. Parallel theme: Psalms 22:15, 1 Samuel 5:11, Job 33:7

5 I acknowledged my sin unto thee, and mine iniquityIniquity: עָוֹן (Avon). The Hebrew avon (עָוֹן) encompasses iniquity, guilt, and its punishment—the twisted nature of sin. 'The LORD hath laid on him the iniquity of us all' (Isaiah 53:6), Christ bearing our guilt and penalty. have I not hid. I said, I will confess my transgressions unto the LORD; and thou forgavest the iniquity of my sin. Selah. References Lord: Hosea 6:1. Sin: Psalms 38:18, 103:12, 2 Samuel 12:13, 24:10, Job 33:27, Proverbs 28:13. Parallel theme: Psalms 30:5, Isaiah 65:24, Ephesians 4:32 +5

6 For this shall every one that is godly pray unto thee in a time when thou mayest be found: surely in the floods of great waters they shall not come nigh unto him. References God: Psalms 4:3, 40:3. Parallel theme: Psalms 42:7, 144:7, Proverbs 1:28, Isaiah 43:2, 49:8, 55:6, John 7:34, 2 Corinthians 6:2 +5

7 Thou art my hiding place; thou shalt preserve me from trouble; thou shalt compass me about with songs of deliverance. Selah. Parallel theme: Psalms 9:9, 27:5, 31:20, 32:10, 40:3, 91:1, 98:1, 119:114, 143:9, Revelation 7:10 +5

8 I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go: I will guide thee with mine eye. Parallel theme: Psalms 33:18, 34:11, Proverbs 3:1, Isaiah 49:10, Matthew 11:29

9 Be ye not as the horse, or as the mule, which have no understanding: whose mouth must be held in with bit and bridle, lest they come near unto thee. Parallel theme: Job 35:11, Proverbs 26:3, Jeremiah 4:22, James 3:3

10 Many sorrows shall be to the wicked: but he that trusteth in the LORD, mercyMercy: רַחֲמִים (Rachamim). The Hebrew rachamim (רַחֲמִים) derives from 'womb' (rechem), suggesting tender, maternal compassion. God's mercies are 'new every morning' (Lamentations 3:23), showing His compassionate nature. shall compass him about. Faith: Psalms 2:12, 34:8, 84:12, Proverbs 16:20, 1 Timothy 6:10. Grace: Psalms 147:11. References Lord: Psalms 5:12, 146:5. Evil: Proverbs 13:21. Parallel theme: Psalms 16:4 +5

11 Be glad in the LORD, and rejoice, ye righteousRighteous: צַדִּיק (Tzaddik). The Hebrew tzaddik (צַדִּיק) describes one who is righteous, just, or lawful—conforming to God's standard. From the root tzedek (צֶדֶק), meaning righteousness or justice.: and shout for joy, all ye that are upright in heart. References Lord: Psalms 97:1, Deuteronomy 12:12, Philippians 4:4. Righteousness: Psalms 33:1, 64:10, 68:3, 97:12. Parallel theme: Psalms 5:11 +3