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    Psalm 34:18 — Verse of the Day

    Catholic Bible verse for , with the meaning of Psalm 34:18, a prayer, and the chapter in context.

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    Theme: Comfort

    “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.”

    — Psalm 34:18

    Meaning of Psalm 34:18

    Psalm 34:18 places God near the brokenhearted, not after the person has recovered. If grief is in the house, this verse forbids pretending. Nearness is his gift to the crushed.

    More on this theme: Bible verses about healing.

    A prayer with Psalm 34:18

    Lord, stay near the brokenhearted, including me. Save what is crushed, and do not let me rush past sorrow. Amen.

    Where Psalm 34:18 sits in Scripture

    The Psalms are the Church's prayer book. A single line is meant to be prayed, and the rest of the psalm shows whether the speaker is in danger, in thanks, or in the temple. On Thursday, October 8, 2026, Psalm 34:18 is the verse set aside for prayer. The chapter stays open so the sentence is not lifted out of its place.

    Read Psalm 34:18 in the chapter on Catholic Bible Online.

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    Questions about Psalm 34:18

    What does Psalm 34:18 say to someone who is grieving on October 8?

    The verse of the day says the Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit. Nearness comes before recovery. If grief is in the house on October 8, 2026, the verse forbids pretending you are already fine.

    Is Psalm 34:18 only for other people's sorrow?

    No. If your own spirit is crushed, the promise is yours. God does not wait offstage until you have coped. He is near the brokenhearted.

    How do I pray Psalm 34:18 today?

    Pray it as a plea, not as advice. Name the person who is crushed, or name yourself, and if you can, offer a Mass intention instead of forcing cheerfulness.