Thematic Bible
Psalm 16:1 (show verse)
([Psalm of David]) Preserve and protect me, O God, because I take refuge in you.
Psalm 16:2 (show verse)
I said to Jehovah: You are Jehovah my God. Without you, I have nothing good.
Psalm 16:3 (show verse)
The holy ones on earth are the noble ones who fill me with joy.
Psalm 16:4 (show verse)
Those who quickly pursue other gods multiply their sorrows. I will not pour out their sacrificial offerings of blood or use my lips to speak their names.
Psalm 16:5 (show verse)
Jehovah is the portion of my inheritance and my cup. You determine my position in life.
Psalm 16:6 (show verse)
Your boundary lines mark out pleasant places for me. Indeed, my inheritance is beautiful to me.
Psalm 16:7 (show verse)
I will praise Jehovah for he advises me. My conscience (inner self) instructs me at night.
Psalm 16:8 (show verse)
I always keep Jehovah in front of me. When he is at my right hand (assisting me), I cannot be moved.
Psalm 16:9 (show verse)
That is why my heart is glad and I rejoice. My body rests securely.
Psalm 16:10 (show verse)
You do not abandon me to the grave or allow your holy one to decay.
Psalm 16:11 (show verse)
You make the path of life known to me. Complete joy is in your presence. It is pleasant to be at your right hand forever.