Psalms 12:5
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King James Version (modern wording)
For the oppression of the poor, for the sighing of the needy, now will I arise, says the LORD; I will set him in safety from him that puffs at him.
Psalms 12:5 (KJV)
American Standard Version
Because of the oppression of the poor, because of the sighing of the needy, Now will I arise, saith Jehovah; I will set him in the safety he panteth for.
Psalms 12:5 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
“For the cause of the oppressed and for the groaning of the needy, I will now arise,” says the LORD. “I will bring safety to him who yearns.”
Psalms 12:5 (BSB)
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What does Psalms 12:5 say?
Psalms 12:5 in modern King James wording reads: "For the oppression of the poor, for the sighing of the needy, now will I arise, says the LORD; I will set him in safety from him that puffs at him."
Where is Psalms 12:5 found in the Bible?
Psalms 12:5 is verse 5 of chapter 12 of the book of Psalms, in the Old Testament. Psalms has 150 chapters.
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