Psalms 71:20 web — You, who have shown us many and bitter troubles, you will let me live. You will bring us up again from the depths of th…

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"You, who have shown us many and bitter troubles, you will let me live. You will bring us up again from the depths of the earth."

— Psalms 71:20, World English Bible

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Psalms 71 — Context

17

God, you have taught me from my youth. Until now, I have declared your wondrous works.

18

Yes, even when I am old and gray-haired, God, don't forsake me, until I have declared your strength to the next generation, your might to everyone who is to come.

19

Your righteousness also, God, reaches to the heavens; you have done great things. God, who is like you?

20

You, who have shown us many and bitter troubles, you will let me live. You will bring us up again from the depths of the earth.

21

Increase my honor, and comfort me again.

22

I will also praise you with the harp for your faithfulness, my God. I sing praises to you with the lyre, Holy One of Israel.

23

My lips shall shout for joy! My soul, which you have redeemed, sings praises to you!

Psalms 71:20 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 71:20 say?
Psalms 71:20 in the World English Bible reads: “You, who have shown us many and bitter troubles, you will let me live. You will bring us up again from the depths of the earth.”
Where is Psalms 71:20 in the Bible?
Psalms 71:20 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 71, verse 20.
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 71:20.
What translation should I read Psalms 71:20 in?
Psalms 71:20 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 71:20?
Psalms 71:20 reads (WEB): “You, who have shown us many and bitter troubles, you will let me live. You will bring us up again from the depths of the earth.” 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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