Psalms 116:2

Psalms 116:1 akjv — I love the LORD, because he has heard my voice and my supplications.

American King James Version

" I love the LORD, because he has heard my voice and my supplications. "

— Psalms 116:1, American King James Version

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KJV
“I love the Lord, because he hath heard my voice and my supplications.”
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ASV
“I love Jehovah, because he heareth My voice and my supplications. ”
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WEB
“I love Yahweh, because he listens to my voice, and my cries for mercy.”
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NET
“I love the LORD because he heard my plea for mercy,”
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DRB
“O Praise the Lord, all ye nations: praise him, all ye people.”
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BBE
“I have given my love to the Lord, because he has given ear to the voice of my cry and my prayer.”
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KJVA
“I love the Lord, because he hath heard my voice and my supplications.”
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Psalms 116 — Context

I love the LORD, because he has heard my voice and my supplications.

Because he has inclined his ear to me, therefore will I call on him as long as I live.

The sorrows of death compassed me, and the pains of hell got hold on me: I found trouble and sorrow.

Then called I on the name of the LORD; O LORD, I beseech you, deliver my soul.

Psalms 116:1 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 116:1 say?

Psalms 116:1 in the American King James Version reads: “ I love the LORD, because he has heard my voice and my supplications. ”

Where is Psalms 116:1 in the Bible?

Psalms 116:1 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 116, verse 1.

Who wrote Psalms?

Psalms is traditionally attributed to Multiple authors (David, Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, others). Approximately 73 psalms are attributed to David; others to Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, Heman, and Ethan; the remainder are anonymous. It was written c. 1410–430 BC.

What is the book of Psalms about?

The Psalms are the prayer book and hymnal of God's people, gathering a thousand years of inspired song — praise, lament, thanksgiving, confession, and royal and messianic worship. Every emotion of the believing heart finds a voice here, and every voice finds its center in Christ.

What are the major themes of Psalms?

Psalms explores themes including Praise, Lament, Trust, Messiah, Refuge, Kingship. These themes shape the meaning and context of Psalms 116:1.

What translation should I read Psalms 116:1 in?

Psalms 116:1 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.

How can I memorize Psalms 116:1?

Psalms 116:1 reads (AKJV): “ I love the LORD, because he has heard my voice and my supplications. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.

Psalms 116:1 akjv — I love the LORD, because he has heard my voice and my supplications.

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