New International Version The lions may grow weak and hungry, but those who seek the LORD lack no good thing. New Living Translation Even strong young lions sometimes go hungry, but those who trust in the LORD will lack no good thing. English Standard Version The young lions suffer want and hunger; but those who seek the LORD lack no good thing. Berean Standard Bible Young lions go lacking and hungry, but those who seek the LORD lack no good thing. Berean Literal Bible The young lions are in want and are hungry, and those seeking YHWH shall not lack any good thing. King James Bible The young lions do lack, and suffer hunger: but they that seek the LORD shall not want any good thing. New King James Version The young lions lack and suffer hunger; But those who seek the LORD shall not lack any good thing. New American Standard Bible The young lions do without and suffer hunger; But they who seek the LORD will not lack any good thing. NASB 1995 The young lions do lack and suffer hunger; But they who seek the LORD shall not be in want of any good thing. NASB 1977 The young lions do lack and suffer hunger; But they who seek the LORD shall not be in want of any good thing. Legacy Standard Bible The young lions do lack and suffer hunger; But they who inquire of Yahweh shall not be in want of any good thing. Amplified Bible The young lions lack [food] and grow hungry, But they who seek the LORD will not lack any good thing. Berean Annotated Bible Young lions go lacking and hungry, but those who seek the LORD {YHWH} lack no good thing. Christian Standard Bible Young lions lack food and go hungry, but those who seek the LORD will not lack any good thing. Holman Christian Standard Bible Young lions lack food and go hungry, but those who seek the LORD will not lack any good thing. American Standard Version The young lions do lack, and suffer hunger; But they that seek Jehovah shall not want any good thing. Contemporary English Version Young lions may go hungry or even starve, but if you trust the LORD, you will never miss out on anything good. English Revised Version The young lions do lack, and suffer hunger: but they that seek the LORD shall not want any good thing. GOD'S WORD® Translation Young lions go hungry and may starve, but those who seek the LORD's help have all the good things they need. Good News Translation Even lions go hungry for lack of food, but those who obey the LORD lack nothing good. International Standard Version Young lions lack and go hungry, but those who seek the LORD will never lack any good thing. NET Bible Even young lions sometimes lack food and are hungry, but those who seek the LORD lack no good thing. New Heart English Bible The young lions do lack, and suffer hunger, but those who seek the LORD shall not lack any good thing. Webster's Bible Translation The young lions do lack, and suffer hunger: but they that seek the LORD shall not want any good thing. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleYoung lions go lacking and hungry, but those who seek the LORD lack no good thing. World English Bible The young lions do lack, and suffer hunger, but those who seek Yahweh shall not lack any good thing. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionYoung lions have lacked and been hungry, "" And those seeking YHWH do not lack any good, Berean Literal Bible The young lions are in want and are hungry, and those seeking YHWH shall not lack any good thing. Young's Literal Translation Young lions have lacked and been hungry, And those seeking Jehovah lack not any good, Smith's Literal Translation The young lions suffered want and were hungry: and they seeking Jehovah shall not want any good. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe rich have wanted, and have suffered hunger: but they that seek the Lord shall not be deprived of any good. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible The rich grow poor and go hungry, but those who seek the LORD lack no good thing. New Revised Standard Version The young lions suffer want and hunger, but those who seek the LORD lack no good thing. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThey that seek the LORD shall not lack any good thing. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And those who seek LORD JEHOVAH will not lack any good thing. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917The young lions do lack, and suffer hunger; But they that seek the LORD want not any good thing. Brenton Septuagint Translation The rich have become poor and hungry: but they that seek the Lord diligently shall not want any good thing. Pause. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Taste and See that the LORD is Good…9Fear the LORD, you His saints, for those who fear Him lack nothing. 10Young lions go lacking and hungry, but those who seek the LORD lack no good thing. 11Come, children, listen to me; I will teach you the fear of the LORD.… Cross References Young lions go lacking and hungry, Job 38:39-40 Can you hunt the prey for a lioness or satisfy the hunger of young lions / when they crouch in their dens and lie in wait in the thicket? Psalm 104:21 The young lions roar for their prey and seek their food from God. Psalm 145:15-16 The eyes of all look to You, and You give them their food in season. / You open Your hand and satisfy the desire of every living thing. but those who seek the LORD 1 Chronicles 16:11 Seek out the LORD and His strength; seek His face always. Deuteronomy 4:29 But if from there you will seek the LORD your God, you will find Him if you seek Him with all your heart and with all your soul. Isaiah 55:6 Seek the LORD while He may be found; call on Him while He is near. lack no good thing. Psalm 84:11 For the LORD God is a sun and a shield; the LORD gives grace and glory; He withholds no good thing from those who walk with integrity. James 1:17 Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, with whom there is no change or shifting shadow. Romans 8:32 He who did not spare His own Son but gave Him up for us all, how will He not also, along with Him, freely give us all things? Matthew 6:33 But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you. Philippians 4:19 And my God will supply all your needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus. Psalm 23:1 A Psalm of David. The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. Luke 12:31 But seek His kingdom, and these things will be added unto you. Proverbs 10:3 The LORD does not let the righteous go hungry, but He denies the craving of the wicked. Isaiah 40:31 But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint. John 6:35 Jesus answered, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to Me will never hunger, and whoever believes in Me will never thirst. Treasury of Scripture The young lions do lack, and suffer hunger: but they that seek the LORD shall not want any good thing. lions Psalm 104:21 The young lions roar after their prey, and seek their meat from God. Job 4:10,11 The roaring of the lion, and the voice of the fierce lion, and the teeth of the young lions, are broken… Luke 1:51-53 He hath shewed strength with his arm; he hath scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts… but Psalm 84:11 For the LORD God is a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly. Matthew 6:32 (For after all these things do the Gentiles seek:) for your heavenly Father knoweth that ye have need of all these things. Jump to Previous Food Good Grow Hunger Hungry Lack Lions Need Seek Seeking Suffer Want Weak YoungJump to Next Food Good Grow Hunger Hungry Lack Lions Need Seek Seeking Suffer Want Weak YoungPsalm 34 1. David praises God, and exhorts others thereto by his experience8. They are blessed who trust in God 11. He exhorts to the fear of God 15. The privileges of the righteous Young lions go lacking and hungry, Even the strongest predators, equipped with natural power and skill, may fail to find food. Human strength, wealth, influence, and planning likewise cannot secure life’s deepest needs. David contrasts the uncertainty of created strength with the dependable care of the Creator. Job 38:39-40 Can you hunt the prey for a lioness or satisfy the hunger… but those who seek the LORD Those who fear the LORD, trust His promises, obey His word, and turn to Him in prayer live under His faithful care. Seeking God involves more than asking for help in trouble; it is the settled pursuit of His presence and will. 1Ch 16:11 Seek out the LORD and His strength; seek His face always. lack no good thing. God does not promise every desire or a life without hardship, but He withholds nothing truly good for His children. His provision includes daily needs, wisdom, protection, discipline, and grace sufficient for every trial. Those who seek first God’s kingdom may rest in the knowledge that their Father knows what they need. Psa 84:11 For the LORD God is a sun and a shield;… Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidThe author of Psalm 34, who wrote this psalm as a reflection of his trust in God during times of trouble. 2. Young Lions Symbolic representation of strength and self-sufficiency, yet even they can experience lack. 3. The LORD (Yahweh) The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal presence and faithfulness to His people. 4. Seekers of the LORD Those who actively pursue a relationship with God, trusting in His provision and guidance. 5. Wilderness of Judah While not directly mentioned in this verse, David often found himself in the wilderness, relying on God for sustenance and protection. Teaching Points Dependence on God Over Self-SufficiencyThe imagery of young lions highlights the futility of relying solely on one's strength. True provision comes from God. The Promise of Provision God promises that those who seek Him will lack no good thing. This is a call to trust in His timing and wisdom for what is truly good. Active Seeking of God Seeking the LORD is an active pursuit, involving prayer, study of Scripture, and obedience. It is not passive but requires intentionality. Contentment in God's Provision Understanding that "no good thing" may not always align with our desires, but with what God knows is best for us. Faith in Times of Lack Even when circumstances seem dire, faith in God's provision is crucial. This faith is built through past experiences of His faithfulness. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Psalm 34:10?2. How can we seek the Lord to lack no good thing today? 3. What does Psalm 34:10 teach about God's provision for His followers? 4. How does Psalm 34:10 connect with Matthew 6:33 about seeking God's kingdom? 5. In what ways can we trust God's promises in Psalm 34:10 daily? 6. How can we encourage others to rely on God's provision as in Psalm 34:10? 7. How does Psalm 34:10 relate to God's provision in times of need? 8. What historical context influenced the writing of Psalm 34:10? 9. How does Psalm 34:10 challenge modern views on self-sufficiency? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 34? What Does Psalm 34:10 Mean Young lions go lacking and hungry• “Young lions may grow weak and hungry”. The image is of the strongest, fastest creatures in their prime—symbols of self-reliance at its peak (see Job 4:10–11; Psalm 104:21). • Even these vigorous hunters sometimes come up empty. Their natural power offers no guarantee of provision. • The verse reminds us that human strength or resources, no matter how impressive, are ultimately limited. Proverbs 21:31 notes, “A horse is prepared for the day of battle, but victory is of the LORD.” Our own “lion-like” abilities cannot secure lasting security. But those who seek the LORD • “But those who seek the LORD...” shifts the focus from self-reliance to God-reliance. Psalm 34:4 highlights the psalmist’s testimony: “I sought the LORD, and He answered me.” • Seeking the Lord speaks of earnest, continual dependence—drawn out in Jeremiah 29:13: “You will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart.” • Jesus echoes this priority in Matthew 6:33, “Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you.” Lack no good thing • “...lack no good thing.” God pledges comprehensive care for those who pursue Him. Psalm 84:11 assures, “No good thing does He withhold from those who walk uprightly.” • “Good” is defined by God’s wisdom, not human wish lists. Romans 8:32 underscores this: if God did not spare His own Son, “how will He not also, along with Him, graciously give us all things?” • Philippians 4:19 reinforces, “My God will supply all your needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.” summary Psalm 34:10 contrasts two ways of living. Even the strongest who trust in themselves face need, but those who make the Lord their pursuit experience His unfailing provision. God does not promise indulgence in every desire, yet He guarantees every truly good thing necessary for life and godliness to those who seek Him. (10) Young lions.—See Note, Psalm 17:12. The young lion is the emblem of power and self-resource. Yet these sometimes lack, but the earnest seekers after Divine truth and righteousness never. Instead of “lions,” the LXX. and Vulgate have “the rich.”Verse 10. - The young lions do lack, and suffer hunger. Some suppose the "young lions" here to represent the proud and violent, as in Job 4:10. But it is simpler to take the present passage literally. In God's animal creation even the strongest suffer want for a time, and have no remedy; his human creatures need never be in want, since they that seek the Lord shall not want any good thing. It is open to them to "seek the Lord" at any time.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Young lionsכְּ֭פִירִים (kə·p̄î·rîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3715: A village, a young lion go lacking רָשׁ֣וּ (rā·šū) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural Strong's 7326: To be in want or poor and hungry, וְרָעֵ֑בוּ (wə·rā·‘ê·ḇū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person common plural Strong's 7456: To be hungry but those who seek וְדֹרְשֵׁ֥י (wə·ḏō·rə·šê) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct Strong's 1875: To tread, frequent, to follow, to seek, ask, to worship the LORD יְ֝הוָ֗ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel lack יַחְסְר֥וּ (yaḥ·sə·rū) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 2637: To lack, need, be lacking, decrease no לֹא־ (lō-) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no good thing. טֽוֹב׃ (ṭō·wḇ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2896: Pleasant, agreeable, good Additonal Resources Psalm 34:10 Blue Letter BiblePsalm 34:10 Bible Gateway Psalm 34:10 Bible.com Psalm 34:10 NIV |
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