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Berean Standard Bible

“He has scattered abroad his gifts to the poor; his righteousness endures forever; his horn will be lifted high in honor.”

Psalms 112:9

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Study note

Psalm 112 is a poem about the person who fears the LORD and delights in his commands, a companion to the praise of Psalm 111. It describes that person's household, steadiness and generosity.

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Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

He has scattered abroad his gifts to the poor; his righteousness endures forever; his horn will be lifted high in honor.

World English Bible (WEB)

He has dispersed, he has given to the poor. His righteousness endures forever. His horn will be exalted with honor.

King James Version (KJV)

He hath dispersed, he hath given to the poor; his righteousness endureth for ever; his horn shall be exalted with honour.

American Standard Version (ASV)

He hath dispersed, he hath given to the needy; His righteousness endureth for ever: His horn shall be exalted with honor.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

He has given with open hands to the poor; his righteousness is for ever; his horn will be lifted up with honour.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

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Reina-Valera 1909 (RVR 1909)

Esparce, da á los pobres: su justicia permanece para siempre; su cuerno será ensalzado en gloria.

Sagradas Escrituras 1569 (SE 1569)

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Nueva Biblia Viva (NBV)

Dan generosamente a los necesitados. Sus buenas acciones jamás serán olvidadas. Tendrán influencia y honra.

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