Psalms 51:17

“The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit: a broken and a contrite heart, O God, thou wilt not despise.”

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Other Translations for Psalms 51:17

The sacrifices of God [are] a broken spirit: a broken and a contrite heart, O God, thou wilt not despise.
- King James Version

The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit; A broken and a contrite heart, O God, You will not despise.
- New American Standard Version (1995)

The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit: A broken and contrite heart, O God, thou wilt not despise.
- American Standard Version (1901)

The offerings of God are a broken spirit; a broken and sorrowing heart, O God, you will not put from you.
- Basic English Bible

The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit: a broken and a contrite heart, O God, thou wilt not despise.
- Darby Bible

The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit: a broken and a contrite heart, O God, thou wilt not despise.
- Webster's Bible

The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit. A broken and contrite heart, O God, you will not despise.
- World English Bible

The sacrifices of God [are] a broken spirit, A heart broken and bruised, O God, Thou dost not despise.
- Youngs Literal Bible

(51:19) The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit; a broken and a contrite heart, O God, Thou wilt not despise.
- Jewish Publication Society Bible

Commentary for Psalms 51:17

Wesley's Notes for Psalms 51:17

51:17 A broken spirit - This is of more value than many sacrifices.


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