Psalms 16:7 net — I will praise the LORD who guides me; yes, during the night I reflect and learn.

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"I will praise the LORD who guides me; yes, during the night I reflect and learn."

— Psalms 16:7, NET Bible

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Psalms 16 — Context

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their troubles multiply; they desire other gods. I will not pour out drink offerings of blood to their gods, nor will I make vows in the name of their gods.

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LORD, you give me stability and prosperity; you make my future secure.

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It is as if I have been given fertile fields or received a beautiful tract of land.

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I will praise the LORD who guides me; yes, during the night I reflect and learn.

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I constantly trust in the LORD; because he is at my right hand, I will not be shaken.

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So my heart rejoices and I am happy; My life is safe.

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You will not abandon me to Sheol; you will not allow your faithful follower to see the Pit.

Psalms 16:7 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 16:7 say?
Psalms 16:7 in the NET Bible reads: “I will praise the LORD who guides me; yes, during the night I reflect and learn.”
Where is Psalms 16:7 in the Bible?
Psalms 16:7 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 16, verse 7.
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 16:7.
What translation should I read Psalms 16:7 in?
Psalms 16:7 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 16:7?
Psalms 16:7 reads (NET): “I will praise the LORD who guides me; yes, during the night I reflect and learn.” 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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