Psalms 124 Comparison: Bible in Basic English vs New Heart English Bible
Psalms 124
1If it had not been the Lord who was on our side (let Israel now say);
2If it had not been the Lord who was on our side, when men came up against us;
3They would have made a meal of us while still living, in the heat of their wrath against us:
4We would have been covered by the waters; the streams would have gone over our soul;
5Yes, the waters of pride would have gone over our soul.
6Praise be to the Lord, who has not let us be wounded by their teeth.
7Our soul has gone free like a bird out of the net of those who would take her: the net is broken, and we are free.
8Our help is in the name of the Lord, the maker of heaven and earth.
Psalms 124
1If it had not been the Lord who was on our side, let Israel now say,
2if it had not been the Lord who was on our side, when men rose up against us;
3then they would have swallowed us up alive, when their wrath was kindled against us;
4then the waters would have overwhelmed us, the stream would have gone over our soul;
5then the proud waters would have gone over our soul.
6Blessed be the Lord, who has not given us as a prey to their teeth.
7Our soul has escaped like a bird out of the fowler's snare. The snare is broken, and we have escaped.
8Our help is in the name of the Lord, who made heaven and earth.
Understanding Bible in Basic English vs New Heart English Bible in Psalms 124
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 124:1
"If it had not been the Lord who was on our side (let Israel now say);"
"If it had not been the Lord who was on our side, let Israel now say,"
