Psalms 118:16 akjv — The right hand of the LORD is exalted: the right hand of the LORD does valiantly.

American King James Version

" The right hand of the LORD is exalted: the right hand of the LORD does valiantly. "

— Psalms 118:16, American King James Version

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Psalms 118:16 in Other Translations

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KJV
“The right hand of the Lord is exalted: the right hand of the Lord doeth valiantly.”
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ASV
“The right hand of Jehovah is exalted: The right hand of Jehovah doeth valiantly. ”
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WEB
“The right hand of Yahweh is exalted! The right hand of Yahweh does valiantly!"”
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NET
“the LORD’s right hand gives victory, the LORD’s right hand conquers.”
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DRB
“I will think of thy justifications: I will not forget thy words.”
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BBE
“The right hand of the Lord is lifted up; the right hand of the Lord does works of power.”
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KJVA
“The right hand of the Lord is exalted: the right hand of the Lord doeth valiantly.”
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Psalms 118 — Context

You have thrust sore at me that I might fall: but the LORD helped me.

The LORD is my strength and song, and is become my salvation.

The voice of rejoicing and salvation is in the tabernacles of the righteous: the right hand of the LORD does valiantly.

The right hand of the LORD is exalted: the right hand of the LORD does valiantly.

I shall not die, but live, and declare the works of the LORD.

The LORD has chastened me sore: but he has not given me over to death.

Open to me the gates of righteousness: I will go into them, and I will praise the LORD:

Psalms 118:16 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 118:16 say?

Psalms 118:16 in the American King James Version reads: “ The right hand of the LORD is exalted: the right hand of the LORD does valiantly. ”

Where is Psalms 118:16 in the Bible?

Psalms 118:16 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 118, verse 16.

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 118:16.

What translation should I read Psalms 118:16 in?

Psalms 118:16 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 118:16?

Psalms 118:16 reads (AKJV): “ The right hand of the LORD is exalted: the right hand of the LORD does valiantly. ” 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 118:16 akjv — The right hand of the LORD is exalted: the right hand of the LORD does valiantly.

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