Psalms 46 Comparison: Bible in Basic English vs New Heart English Bible
Psalms 46
1God is our harbour and our strength, a very present help in trouble.
2For this cause we will have no fear, even though the earth is changed, and though the mountains are moved in the heart of the sea;
3Though its waters are sounding and troubled, and though the mountains are shaking with their violent motion. (Selah.)
4There is a river whose streams make glad the resting-place of God, the holy place of the tents of the Most High.
5God has taken his place in her; she will not be moved: he will come to her help at the dawn of morning.
6The nations were angry, the kingdoms were moved; at the sound of his voice the earth became like wax.
7The Lord of armies is with us; the God of Jacob is our high tower. (Selah.)
8Come, see the works of the Lord, the destruction which he has made in the earth.
9He puts an end to wars over all the earth; by him the bow is broken, and the spear cut in two, and the carriage burned in the fire.
10Be at peace in the knowledge that I am God: I will be lifted up among the nations, I will be honoured through all the earth.
11The Lord of armies is with us; the God of Jacob is our high tower. (Selah.)
Psalms 46
1God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
2Therefore we won't be afraid, though the earth changes, though the mountains are shaken into the heart of the seas;
3though its waters roar and are troubled, though the mountains tremble with their swelling. Selah.
4There is a river, the streams of which make the city of God glad, the holy place of the tents of the Most High.
5God is in her midst. She shall not be moved. God will help her at dawn.
6The nations raged. The kingdoms were moved. He lifted his voice, and the earth melted.
7The Lord of hosts is with us. The God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah.
8Come, see the Lord's works, what desolations he has made in the earth.
9He makes wars cease to the end of the earth. He breaks the bow, and shatters the spear. He burns the chariots in the fire.
10"Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations. I will be exalted in the earth."
11The Lord of hosts is with us. The God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah.
Understanding Bible in Basic English vs New Heart English Bible in Psalms 46
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 46:1
"God is our harbour and our strength, a very present help in trouble."
"God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble."
