Psalms 53 Comparison: Bible in Basic English vs New Heart English Bible
Psalms 53
1The foolish man has said in his heart, God will not do anything. They are unclean, they have done evil works; there is not one who does good.
2God was looking down from heaven on the children of men, to see if there were any who had wisdom, searching after God.
3Every one of them has gone back; they are unclean: there is not one who does good, no, not one.
4Have the workers of evil no knowledge? they take my people for food, as they would take bread; they make no prayer to God.
5They were in great fear, where there was no cause for fear: for the bones of those who make war on you have been broken by God; you have put them to shame, because God has no desire for them.
6May the salvation of Israel come out of Zion! When the fate of his people is changed by God, Jacob will have joy, and Israel will be glad.
Psalms 53
1The fool has said in his heart, "There is no God." They are corrupt, and have done abominable iniquity. There is no one who does good.
2God looks down from heaven on the children of men, to see if there are any who understood, who seek after God.
3Every one of them has gone back. They have become filthy together. There is no one who does good, no, not one.
4Have the workers of iniquity no knowledge, who eat up my people as they eat bread, and do not call on God?
5There they were in great fear, where no fear was, for God has scattered the bones of him who encamps against you. You have put them to shame, because God has rejected them.
6Oh that the salvation of Israel would come out of Zion! When God brings back his people from captivity, then Jacob shall rejoice, and Israel shall be glad.
Understanding Bible in Basic English vs New Heart English Bible in Psalms 53
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 53:1
"The foolish man has said in his heart, God will not do anything. They are unclean, they have done evil works; there is not one who does good."
"The fool has said in his heart, "There is no God." They are corrupt, and have done abominable iniquity. There is no one who does good."
