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Berean Standard Bible

“Our soul waits for the LORD; He is our help and our shield.”

Psalms 33:20

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Study note

Psalms 33 is a hymn of praise that celebrates God's creative word, his justice and his watchful care over those who fear him. It contrasts human strength, such as armies and warhorses, with his salvation.

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Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

Our soul waits for the LORD; He is our help and our shield.

World English Bible (WEB)

Our soul has waited for Yahweh. He is our help and our shield.

King James Version (KJV)

Our soul waiteth for the LORD: he is our help and our shield.

American Standard Version (ASV)

Our soul hath waited for Jehovah: He is our help and our shield.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

Our souls are waiting for the Lord; he is our help and our salvation.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

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Reina-Valera 1909 (RVR 1909)

Nuestra alma esperó á Jehová; nuestra ayuda y nuestro escudo es él.

Sagradas Escrituras 1569 (SE 1569)

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Nueva Biblia Viva (NBV)

Sólo en el Señor confiamos para que nos salve. Sólo él puede ayudarnos; nos protege como escudo.

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