Psalms 116:4 web — Then I called on the name of Yahweh: "Yahweh, I beg you, deliver my soul."

World English Bible

"Then I called on the name of Yahweh: "Yahweh, I beg you, deliver my soul.""

— Psalms 116:4, World English Bible

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KJV
“Then called I upon the name of the Lord; O Lord, I beseech thee, deliver my soul.”
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ASV
“Then called I upon the name of Jehovah: O Jehovah, I beseech thee, deliver my soul. ”
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NET
“I called on the name of the LORD,“Please LORD, rescue my life!””
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BBE
“Then I made my prayer to the Lord, saying, O Lord, take my soul out of trouble.”
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KJVA
“Then called I upon the name of the Lord; O Lord, I beseech thee, deliver my soul.”
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Psalms 116 — Context

I love Yahweh, because he listens to my voice, and my cries for mercy.

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

The cords of death surrounded me, the pains of Sheol got a hold of me. I found trouble and sorrow.

Then I called on the name of Yahweh: "Yahweh, I beg you, deliver my soul."

Yahweh is Gracious and righteous. Yes, our God is merciful.

Yahweh preserves the simple. I was brought low, and he saved me.

Return to your rest, my soul, for Yahweh has dealt bountifully with you.

Psalms 116:4 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 116:4 say?

Psalms 116:4 in the World English Bible reads: “Then I called on the name of Yahweh: "Yahweh, I beg you, deliver my soul."”

Where is Psalms 116:4 in the Bible?

Psalms 116:4 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 116, verse 4.

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 116:4.

What translation should I read Psalms 116:4 in?

Psalms 116:4 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 116:4?

Psalms 116:4 reads (WEB): “Then I called on the name of Yahweh: "Yahweh, I beg you, deliver my soul."” 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.

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