Psalms 85:8

8 I will listen to what God the LORD says; he promises peace to his people, his faithful servants— but let them not turn to folly.

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Psalms 85:8 in Other Translations

KJV
8 I will hear what God the LORD will speak: for he will speak peace unto his people, and to his saints: but let them not turn again to folly.
ESV
8 Let me hear what God the LORD will speak, for he will speak peace to his people, to his saints; but let them not turn back to folly.
NLT
8 I listen carefully to what God the LORD is saying, for he speaks peace to his faithful people. But let them not return to their foolish ways.
MSG
8 I can't wait to hear what he'll say. God's about to pronounce his people well, The holy people he loves so much, so they'll never again live like fools.
CSB
8 I will listen to what God will say; surely the Lord will declare peace to His people, His godly ones, and not let them go back to foolish ways.

Psalms 85:8 In-Context

6 Will you not revive us again, that your people may rejoice in you?
7 Show us your unfailing love, LORD, and grant us your salvation.
8 I will listen to what God the LORD says; he promises peace to his people, his faithful servants— but let them not turn to folly.
9 Surely his salvation is near those who fear him, that his glory may dwell in our land.
10 Love and faithfulness meet together; righteousness and peace kiss each other.

Cross References 2

  • 1. S Leviticus 26:6; S Isaiah 60:17; S John 14:27; 2 Thessalonians 3:16; Zechariah 9:10
  • 2. Proverbs 26:11; Proverbs 27:22
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