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Berean Standard Bible

“The steps of a man are ordered by the LORD who takes delight in his journey.”

Psalms 37:23

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Study note

In the latter part of Psalm 37, David draws on his long experience to describe how God cares for the righteous. He contrasts the brief success of the wicked with the lasting security of those who trust the Lord.

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Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

The steps of a man are ordered by the LORD who takes delight in his journey.

World English Bible (WEB)

A man’s goings are established by Yahweh. He delights in his way.

King James Version (KJV)

The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his way.

American Standard Version (ASV)

A man`s goings are established of Jehovah; And he delighteth in his way.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord, and he takes delight in his way.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

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Reina-Valera 1909 (RVR 1909)

Por Jehová son ordenados los pasos del hombre, y aprueba su camino.

Sagradas Escrituras 1569 (SE 1569)

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Nueva Biblia Viva (NBV)

Los pasos de los buenos son guiados por el Señor. Él se deleita en cada paso que dan.

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