Psalms 71:9 bbe — Do not give me up when I am old; be my help even when my strength is gone.

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"Do not give me up when I am old; be my help even when my strength is gone."

— Psalms 71:9, Bible in Basic English

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Psalms 71:9 in Other Translations

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KJV
“Cast me not off in the time of old age; forsake me not when my strength faileth.”
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ASV
“Cast me not off in the time of old age; Forsake me not when my strength faileth. ”
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WEB
“Don't reject me in my old age. Don't forsake me when my strength fails.”
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Psalms 71 — Context

You have been my support from the day of my birth; you took me out of my mother's body; my praise will be ever of you.

I am a wonder to all; but you are my strong tower.

My mouth will be full of your praise and glory all the day.

Do not give me up when I am old; be my help even when my strength is gone.

For my haters are waiting secretly for me; and those who are watching for my soul are banded together in their evil designs,

Saying, God has given him up; go after him and take him, for he has no helper.

O God, be not far from me; O my God, come quickly to my help.

Psalms 71:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 71:9 say?

Psalms 71:9 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “Do not give me up when I am old; be my help even when my strength is gone.”

Where is Psalms 71:9 in the Bible?

Psalms 71:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 71, 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 71:9.

What translation should I read Psalms 71:9 in?

Psalms 71:9 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 71:9?

Psalms 71:9 reads (BBE): “Do not give me up when I am old; be my help even when my strength is gone.” 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 71:9 bbe — Do not give me up when I am old; be my help even when my strength is gone.

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