Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version A miktam of David. Keep me safe, my God, for in you I take refuge. New Living Translation Keep me safe, O God, for I have come to you for refuge. English Standard Version Preserve me, O God, for in you I take refuge. Berean Standard Bible A Miktam of David. Preserve me, O God, for in You I take refuge. King James Bible Michtam of David. Preserve me, O God: for in thee do I put my trust. New King James Version A Michtam of David. Preserve me, O God, for in You I put my trust. New American Standard Bible A Mikhtam of David. Protect me, God, for I take refuge in You. NASB 1995 A Mikhtam of David. Preserve me, O God, for I take refuge in You. NASB 1977 Preserve me, O God, for I take refuge in Thee. Legacy Standard Bible A Mikhtam of David. Keep me, O God, for I take refuge in You. Amplified Bible A Mikhtam of David [probably intended to record memorable thoughts]. Keep and protect me, O God, for in You I have placed my trust and found refuge. Christian Standard Bible A Miktam of David. † Protect me, God, for I take refuge in you. Holman Christian Standard Bible A Davidic Miktam. Protect me, God, for I take refuge in You. American Standard Version Michtam of David. Preserve me, O God; for in thee do I take refuge. Contemporary English Version Protect me, LORD God! I run to you for safety, English Revised Version Michtam of David. Preserve me, O God: for in thee do I put my trust. GOD'S WORD® Translation [A [miktam] by David.] Protect me, O God, because I take refuge in you. Good News Translation Protect me, O God; I trust in you for safety. International Standard Version Keep me safe, God, for I take refuge in you. Majority Standard Bible A Miktam of David. Preserve me, O God, for in You I take refuge. NET Bible A prayer of David. Protect me, O God, for I have taken shelter in you. New Heart English Bible [A Poem by David.] Preserve me, God, for in you do I take refuge. Webster's Bible Translation Michtam of David. Preserve me, O God: for in thee do I put my trust. World English Bible A Poem by David. Preserve me, God, for I take refuge in you. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionA MIKTAM OF DAVID. Preserve me, O God, for I trusted in You. Young's Literal Translation A Secret Treasure of David. Preserve me, O God, for I did trust in Thee. Smith's Literal Translation Writing of David Watch me, O God: in thee I put my trust. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe inscription of a title to David himself. Preserve me, O Lord, for I have put trust in thee. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible A miktam of David. Keep me safe, O God; in you I take refuge. New Revised Standard Version Protect me, O God, for in you I take refuge. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BiblePRESERVE me, O God; for in thee do I put my trust. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Keep me, God, because I have trusted upon you. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Michtam of David. Keep me, O God; for I have taken refuge in Thee. Brenton Septuagint Translation A writing of David. Keep me, O Lord; for I have hoped in thee. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Presence of God1A Miktam of David. Preserve me, O God, for in You I take refuge. 2I said to the LORD, “You are my Lord; apart from You I have no good thing.”… Cross References Psalm 18:2 The LORD is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer. My God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. Psalm 46:1 For the choirmaster. Of the sons of Korah. According to Alamoth. A song. God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble. Psalm 91:2 I will say to the LORD, “You are my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” Proverbs 18:10 The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe. Isaiah 26:3-4 You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You. / Trust in the LORD forever, because GOD the LORD is the Rock eternal. Psalm 62:7-8 My salvation and my honor rest on God, my strong rock; my refuge is in God. / Trust in Him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts before Him. God is our refuge. Selah Psalm 121:7-8 The LORD will guard you from all evil; He will preserve your soul. / The LORD will watch over your coming and going, both now and forevermore. Psalm 31:1-2 For the choirmaster. A Psalm of David. In You, O LORD, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame; save me by Your righteousness. / Incline Your ear to me; come quickly to my rescue. Be my rock of refuge, the stronghold of my deliverance. Psalm 61:3-4 For You have been my refuge, a tower of strength against the enemy. / Let me dwell in Your tent forever and take refuge in the shelter of Your wings. Selah Psalm 71:1 In You, O LORD, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame. Psalm 142:5 I cry to You, O LORD: “You are my refuge, my portion in the land of the living.” 2 Samuel 22:31 As for God, His way is perfect; the word of the LORD is flawless. He is a shield to all who take refuge in Him. Isaiah 12:2 Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. For the LORD GOD is my strength and my song, and He also has become my salvation.” Nahum 1:7 The LORD is good, a stronghold in the day of distress; He cares for those who trust in Him. 1 Peter 1:5 who through faith are shielded by God’s power for the salvation that is ready to be revealed in the last time. Treasury of Scripture Preserve me, O God: for in you do I put my trust. A. Psalm 56:1 To the chief Musician upon Jonathelemrechokim, Michtam of David, when the Philistines took him in Gath. Be merciful unto me, O God: for man would swallow me up; he fighting daily oppresseth me. Psalm 60:1 To the chief Musician upon Shushaneduth, Michtam of David, to teach; when he strove with Aramnaharaim and with Aramzobah, when Joab returned, and smote of Edom in the valley of salt twelve thousand. O God, thou hast cast us off, thou hast scattered us, thou hast been displeased; O turn thyself to us again. Preserve Psalm 17:5,8 Hold up my goings in thy paths, that my footsteps slip not… Psalm 31:23 O love the LORD, all ye his saints: for the LORD preserveth the faithful, and plentifully rewardeth the proud doer. Psalm 37:28 For the LORD loveth judgment, and forsaketh not his saints; they are preserved for ever: but the seed of the wicked shall be cut off. for Psalm 9:10 And they that know thy name will put their trust in thee: for thou, LORD, hast not forsaken them that seek thee. Psalm 22:8 He trusted on the LORD that he would deliver him: let him deliver him, seeing he delighted in him. Psalm 25:20 O keep my soul, and deliver me: let me not be ashamed; for I put my trust in thee. Jump to Previous David Faith Michtam Miktam Poem Preserve Refuge Safe Secret Treasure TrustJump to Next David Faith Michtam Miktam Poem Preserve Refuge Safe Secret Treasure TrustPsalm 16 1. David, in distrust of merits, and hatred of idolatry5. He shows the hope of his calling, of the resurrection, and life everlasting A Miktam of David. The term "Miktam" is often understood as a musical or liturgical term, possibly indicating a type of psalm or a specific style of composition. It is used in the titles of six psalms (Psalms 16 and 56-60). The exact meaning is uncertain, but it may suggest a golden or precious nature, indicating the value of the psalm's message. David, the attributed author, was the second king of Israel and a central figure in the Old Testament, known for his deep relationship with God and his role as a prophet and psalmist. His life experiences, including his time as a shepherd, warrior, and king, deeply influenced his writings. Preserve me, O God, for in You I take refuge. Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidThe author of Psalm 16, David was the second king of Israel, known for his deep relationship with God and his role as a psalmist. His life was marked by both triumphs and trials, making his reliance on God a central theme in his writings. 2. God (Elohim) The Hebrew word used here is "Elohim," a plural form that denotes the majesty and power of God. It emphasizes God's sovereignty and ability to protect and preserve. 3. Refuge In the context of ancient Israel, a refuge was a place of safety and protection, often a fortress or a stronghold. Spiritually, it represents God's protection over His people. Teaching Points God as Our ProtectorJust as David sought God's protection, we too can trust in God's ability to preserve us in times of trouble. Seeking Refuge in God In a world full of uncertainties, finding refuge in God provides peace and security that the world cannot offer. Faith in God's Sovereignty Recognizing God's sovereignty helps us to rely on His wisdom and timing, even when circumstances seem overwhelming. Prayer as a Means of Refuge Prayer is a powerful tool for seeking God's refuge, allowing us to express our dependence on Him and receive His peace. Living with Confidence Knowing that God is our refuge enables us to live confidently, without fear of what the future holds.(1) For in thee.--Better, for I have found refuge in thee (as in Psalm 7:1; Psalm 11:1). The verb is in the preterite.Verse 1. - Preserve me, O God; i.e. keep me, guard me - protect me both in body and soul. It does not appear that the writer is threatened by any special danger. He simply calls upon God to continue his protecting care. For in thee do I put my trust. In thee, and in thee only. Therefore to thee only do I look for protection and preservation. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew A Miktamמִכְתָּ֥ם (miḵ·tām) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4387: A technical term in psalm titles of David. לְדָוִ֑ד (lə·ḏā·wiḏ) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse Preserve me, שָֽׁמְרֵ֥נִי (šā·mə·rê·nî) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular | first person common singular Strong's 8104: To hedge about, guard, to protect, attend to O God, אֵ֝֗ל (’êl) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 410: Strength -- as adjective, mighty, the Almighty for כִּֽי־ (kî-) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction in You בָֽךְ׃ (ḇāḵ) Preposition | second person masculine singular Strong's Hebrew I take refuge. חָסִ֥יתִי (ḥā·sî·ṯî) Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular Strong's 2620: To flee for, protection, to confide in Links Psalm 16:1 NIVPsalm 16:1 NLT Psalm 16:1 ESV Psalm 16:1 NASB Psalm 16:1 KJV Psalm 16:1 BibleApps.com Psalm 16:1 Biblia Paralela Psalm 16:1 Chinese Bible Psalm 16:1 French Bible Psalm 16:1 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Psalm 16:1 A Poem by David (Psalm Ps Psa.) |
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