Psalms 82 Comparison: Bible in Basic English vs New Heart English Bible
Psalms 82
1God is in the meeting-place of God; he is judging among the gods.
2How long will you go on judging falsely, having respect for the persons of evil-doers? (Selah.)
3Give ear to the cause of the poor and the children without fathers; let those who are troubled and in need have their rights.
4Be the saviour of the poor and those who have nothing: take them out of the hand of the evil-doers.
5They have no knowledge or sense; they go about in the dark: all the bases of the earth are moved.
6I said, You are gods; all of you are the sons of the Most High:
7But you will come to death like men, falling like one of the rulers of the earth.
8Up! O God, come as judge of the earth; for all the nations are your heritage.
Psalms 82
1God presides in the great assembly. He judges among the gods.
2"How long will you judge unjustly, and show partiality to the wicked?" Selah.
3"Defend the weak, the poor, and the fatherless. Maintain the rights of the poor and oppressed.
4Rescue the weak and needy. Deliver them out of the hand of the wicked."
5They do not know, neither do they understand. They walk back and forth in darkness. All the foundations of the earth are shaken.
6I said, "You are gods, all of you are sons of the Most High.
7Nevertheless you shall die like men, and fall like one of the rulers."
8Arise, God, judge the earth, for you inherit all of the nations.
Understanding Bible in Basic English vs New Heart English Bible in Psalms 82
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 82:1
"God is in the meeting-place of God; he is judging among the gods."
"God presides in the great assembly. He judges among the gods."
