Psalms 19 Comparison: Bible in Basic English vs New Heart English Bible
Psalms 19
1The heavens are sounding the glory of God; the arch of the sky makes clear the work of his hands.
2Day after day it sends out its word, and night after night it gives knowledge.
3There are no words or language; their voice makes no sound.
4Their line has gone out through all the earth, and their words to the end of the world. In them has he put a tent for the sun,
5Who is like a newly married man coming from his bride-tent, and is glad like a strong runner starting on his way.
6His going out is from the end of the heaven, and his circle to the ends of it; there is nothing which is not open to his heat.
7The law of the Lord is good, giving new life to the soul: the witness of the Lord is certain, giving wisdom to the foolish.
8The orders of the Lord are right, making glad the heart: the rule of the Lord is holy, giving light to the eyes.
9The fear of the Lord is clean, and has no end; the decisions of the Lord are true and full of righteousness.
10More to be desired are they than gold, even than much shining gold; sweeter than the dropping honey.
11By them is your servant made conscious of danger, and in keeping them there is great reward.
12Who has full knowledge of his errors? make me clean from secret evil.
13Keep your servant back from sins of pride; let them not have rule over me: then will I be upright and free from great sin.
14Let the words of my mouth and the thoughts of my heart be pleasing in your eyes, O Lord, my strength and my salvation.
Psalms 19
1The heavens declare the glory of God. The expanse shows his handiwork.
2Day after day they pour forth speech, and night after night they display knowledge.
3There is no speech nor language, where their voice is not heard.
4Their voice has gone out through all the earth, their words to the end of the world. In them he has set a tent for the sun,
5which is as a bridegroom coming out of his chamber, like a strong man rejoicing to run his course.
6His going forth is from the end of the heavens, his circuit to its ends; There is nothing hidden from its heat.
7The Lord's Law is perfect, restoring the soul. The Lord's testimony is sure, making wise the simple.
8The Lord's precepts are right, rejoicing the heart. The Lord's commandment is pure, enlightening the eyes.
9The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever. The Lord's ordinances are true, and righteous altogether.
10More to be desired are they than gold, yes, than much fine gold; sweeter also than honey and the extract of the honeycomb.
11Moreover by them is your servant warned. In keeping them there is great reward.
12Who can discern his errors? Forgive me from hidden errors.
13Keep back your servant also from presumptuous sins. Let them not have dominion over me. Then I will be upright. I will be blameless and innocent of great transgression.
14Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, Lord, my rock, and my redeemer.
Understanding Bible in Basic English vs New Heart English Bible in Psalms 19
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 19:1
"The heavens are sounding the glory of God; the arch of the sky makes clear the work of his hands."
"The heavens declare the glory of God. The expanse shows his handiwork."
