Thematic Bible

Psalm 16:1

([Psalm of David]) Preserve and protect me, O God, because I take refuge in you.

Psalm 16:2

I said to Jehovah: You are Jehovah my God. Without you, I have nothing good.

Psalm 16:3

The holy ones on earth are the noble ones who fill me with joy.

Psalm 16:4

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

Jehovah is the portion of my inheritance and my cup. You determine my position in life.

Psalm 16:6

Your boundary lines mark out pleasant places for me. Indeed, my inheritance is beautiful to me.

Psalm 16:7

I will praise Jehovah for he advises me. My conscience (inner self) instructs me at night.

Psalm 16:8

I always keep Jehovah in front of me. When he is at my right hand (assisting me), I cannot be moved.

Psalm 16:9

That is why my heart is glad and I rejoice. My body rests securely.

Psalm 16:10

You do not abandon me to the grave or allow your holy one to decay.

Psalm 16:11

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.