Psalms 142 Comparison: Bible in Basic English vs New Heart English Bible
Psalms 142
1The sound of my cry went up to the Lord; with my voice I made my prayer for grace to the Lord.
2I put all my sorrows before him; and made clear to him all my trouble.
3When my spirit is overcome, your eyes are on my goings; nets have been secretly placed in the way in which I go.
4Looking to my right side, I saw no man who was my friend: I had no safe place; no one had any care for my soul.
5I have made my cry to you, O Lord; I have said, You are my safe place, and my heritage in the land of the living.
6Give ear to my cry, for I am made very low: take me out of the hands of my haters, for they are stronger than I.
7Take my soul out of prison, so that I may give praise to your name: the upright will give praise because of me; for you have given me a full reward.
Psalms 142
1I cry with my voice to the Lord. With my voice, I ask the Lord for mercy.
2I pour out my complaint before him. I tell him my troubles.
3When my spirit was overwhelmed within me, you knew my path. In the way in which I walk, they have hidden a snare for me.
4Look on my right, and see; for there is no one who is concerned for me. Refuge has fled from me. No one cares for my soul.
5I cried to you, Lord. I said, "You are my refuge, my portion in the land of the living."
6Listen to my cry, for I am in desperate need. Deliver me from my persecutors, for they are stronger than me.
7Bring my soul out of prison, that I may give thanks to your name. The righteous will surround me, for you will be good to me.
Understanding Bible in Basic English vs New Heart English Bible in Psalms 142
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 142:1
"The sound of my cry went up to the Lord; with my voice I made my prayer for grace to the Lord."
"I cry with my voice to the Lord. With my voice, I ask the Lord for mercy."
