Psalms 12 Comparison: Bible in Basic English vs New Heart English Bible
Psalms 12
1Send help, Lord, for mercy has come to an end; there is no more faith among the children of men.
2Everyone says false words to his neighbour: their tongues are smooth in their talk, and their hearts are full of deceit.
3The smooth lips and the tongue of pride will be cut off by the Lord.
4They have said, With our tongues will we overcome; our lips are ours: who is lord over us?
5Because of the crushing of the poor and the weeping of those in need, now will I come to his help, says the Lord; I will give him the salvation which he is desiring.
6The words of the Lord are true words: like silver tested by fire and burned clean seven times.
7You will keep them, O Lord, you will keep them safe from this generation for ever.
8The sinners are walking on every side, and evil is honoured among the children of men.
Psalms 12
1Help, Lord; for the godly man ceases. For the faithful fail from among the children of men.
2Everyone lies to his neighbor. They speak with flattering lips, and with a double heart.
3May the Lord cut off all flattering lips, and the tongue that boasts,
4who have said, "With our tongue we will prevail. Our lips are our own. Who is lord over us?"
5"Because of the oppression of the weak and because of the groaning of the needy, I will now arise," says the Lord; "I will set him in safety from those who malign him."
6The words of the Lord are flawless words, as silver refined in a clay furnace, purified seven times.
7You will keep them, Lord. You will preserve them from this generation forever.
8The wicked walk on every side, when what is vile is exalted among the sons of men.
Understanding Bible in Basic English vs New Heart English Bible in Psalms 12
Bible in Basic English (BBE)
A simplified translation using a limited English vocabulary for clarity and accessibility. Helpful for new readers, ESL learners, and quick comprehension. Great for devotional reading and getting the big picture of each passage.
New Heart English Bible (NHEB)
A modern public domain translation with clear, contemporary English. Designed for readability while staying close to the source text. A solid option for both daily reading and study.
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Key Comparison: Psalms 12:1
"Send help, Lord, for mercy has come to an end; there is no more faith among the children of men."
"Help, Lord; for the godly man ceases. For the faithful fail from among the children of men."
