Psalms 8 Comparison: Bible in Basic English vs New Heart English Bible
Psalms 8
1O Lord, our Lord, whose glory is higher than the heavens, how noble is your name in all the earth!
2You have made clear your strength even out of the mouths of babies at the breast, because of those who are against you; so that you may put to shame the cruel and violent man.
3When I see your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars, which you have put in their places;
4What is man, that you keep him in mind? the son of man, that you take him into account?
5For you have made him only a little lower than the gods, crowning him with glory and honour.
6You have made him ruler over the works of your hands; you have put all things under his feet;
7All sheep and oxen, and all the beasts of the field;
8The birds of the air and the fish of the sea, and whatever goes through the deep waters of the seas.
9O Lord, our Lord, how noble is your name in all the earth!
Psalms 8
1Lord, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth, who has set your glory above the heavens!
2From the lips of babes and infants you have ordained praise, because of your adversaries, that you might silence the enemy and the avenger.
3When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars, which you have ordained;
4what is man, that you think of him? What is the son of man, that you care for him?
5For you have made him a little lower than the angels, and crowned him with glory and honor.
6You make him ruler over the works of your hands. You have put all things under his feet:
7All sheep and cattle, yes, and the animals of the field,
8The birds of the sky, the fish of the sea, and whatever passes through the paths of the seas.
9Lord, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth!
Understanding Bible in Basic English vs New Heart English Bible in Psalms 8
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 8:1
"O Lord, our Lord, whose glory is higher than the heavens, how noble is your name in all the earth!"
"Lord, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth, who has set your glory above the heavens!"
