Psalms 55:8 bbe — I would quickly take cover from the driving storm and from the violent wind.

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"I would quickly take cover from the driving storm and from the violent wind."

— Psalms 55:8, Bible in Basic English

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“I would hasten my escape from the windy storm and tempest.”
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Psalms 55 — Context

Fear and shaking have come over me, with deep fear I am covered.

And I said, If only I had wings like a dove! for then I would go in flight from here and be at rest.

I would go wandering far away, living in the waste land. (Selah.)

I would quickly take cover from the driving storm and from the violent wind.

Send destruction on them, O Lord, make a division of tongues among them: for I have seen fighting and violent acts in the town.

By day and night they go round the town, on the walls; trouble and sorrow are in the heart of it.

Evil is there; cruel rule and deceit are ever in the streets.

Psalms 55:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 55:8 say?

Psalms 55:8 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “I would quickly take cover from the driving storm and from the violent wind.”

Where is Psalms 55:8 in the Bible?

Psalms 55:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 55, verse 8.

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 55:8.

What translation should I read Psalms 55:8 in?

Psalms 55:8 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 55:8?

Psalms 55:8 reads (BBE): “I would quickly take cover from the driving storm and from the violent wind.” 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 55:8 bbe — I would quickly take cover from the driving storm and from the violent wind.

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