Psalms 16:9 nasb — Therefore my heart is glad and my glory rejoices; My flesh also will dwell securely.

NASB

"Therefore my heart is glad and my glory rejoices; My flesh also will dwell securely."

— Psalms 16:9, NASB

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Psalms 16 — Context

6

The lines have fallen to me in pleasant places; Indeed, my heritage is beautiful to me.

7

I will bless the LORD who has counseled me; Indeed, my mind instructs me in the night.

8

I have set the LORD continually before me; Because He is at my right hand, I will not be shaken.

9

Therefore my heart is glad and my glory rejoices; My flesh also will dwell securely.

10

For You will not abandon my soul to Sheol; Nor will You allow Your Holy One to undergo decay.

11

You will make known to me the path of life; In Your presence is fullness of joy; In Your right hand there are pleasures forever.

Psalms 16:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 16:9 say?
Psalms 16:9 in the NASB reads: “Therefore my heart is glad and my glory rejoices; My flesh also will dwell securely.”
Where is Psalms 16:9 in the Bible?
Psalms 16:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 16, verse 9.
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 16:9.
What translation should I read Psalms 16:9 in?
Psalms 16:9 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 16:9?
Psalms 16:9 reads (NASB): “Therefore my heart is glad and my glory rejoices; My flesh also will dwell securely.” 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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