Parallel Verses
Amplified
But know that the Lord has set apart for Himself [and dealt wonderfully with] the godly man [the one of honorable character and moral courage—the one who does right].
The Lord hears and responds when I call to Him.
New American Standard Bible
The Lord
King James Version
But know that the LORD hath set apart him that is godly for himself: the LORD will hear when I call unto him.
Holman Bible
the faithful for Himself;
the Lord will hear when I call to Him.
International Standard Version
But understand this: the LORD has set apart the godly for himself! The LORD will hear me when I cry out to him!
A Conservative Version
But know that LORD has set apart for himself him who is holy. LORD will hear when I call to him.
American Standard Version
But know that Jehovah hath set apart for himself him that is godly: Jehovah will hear when I call unto him.
Bible in Basic English
See how the Lord has made great his mercy for me; the Lord will give ear to my cry.
Darby Translation
But know that Jehovah hath set apart the pious man for himself: Jehovah will hear when I call unto him.
Julia Smith Translation
And know ye that Jehovah separated the kind one to himself: Jehovah will hear in my calling to him.
King James 2000
But know that the LORD has set apart him that is godly for himself: the LORD will hear when I call unto him.
Lexham Expanded Bible
But know that Yahweh has set apart for himself [the] faithful one. Yahweh hears when I call to him.
Modern King James verseion
But know that Jehovah has set apart the godly for Himself. Jehovah hears when I call to Him.
Modern Spelling Tyndale-Coverdale
Know this also, that the LORD hath chosen to himself the man that is godly; when I call upon the LORD, he will hear me.
NET Bible
Realize that the Lord shows the godly special favor; the Lord responds when I cry out to him.
New Heart English Bible
But know that the LORD has set apart for himself him who is godly: The LORD will hear when I call to him.
The Emphasized Bible
Know ye, then, that Yahweh hath set apart the man of lovingkindness for himself: Yahweh, will hear, when I cry to him.
Webster
But know that the LORD hath set apart him that is godly for himself: the LORD will hear when I call to him.
World English Bible
But know that Yahweh has set apart for himself him who is godly: Yahweh will hear when I call to him.
Youngs Literal Translation
And know ye that Jehovah Hath separated a saintly one to Himself. Jehovah heareth in my calling to Him.
Themes
Assurance » Saints privileged to have, of » Their election
Assurance » Saints privileged to have » Of their election
God » People of general references to » Called the "chosen ones"
God's People » General references to » Called the "chosen ones"
Prayer » Causes of failure in » True prayer heard
Prayer » Heard » True prayer heard
Topics
Word Count of 20 Translations in Psalm 4:3
Verse Info
Context Readings
A Night Prayer
2
O sons of men, how long will my honor and glory be [turned into] shame?
How long will you [my enemies] love worthless (vain, futile) things and seek deception and lies? Selah.
But know that the Lord has set apart for Himself [and dealt wonderfully with] the godly man [the one of honorable character and moral courage—the one who does right].
The Lord hears and responds when I call to Him.
Tremble [with anger or fear], and do not sin;
Meditate in your heart upon your bed and be still [reflect on your sin and repent of your rebellion].
Names
Cross References
Exodus 33:16
For how then can it be known that Your people and I have found favor in Your sight? Is it not by Your going with us, so that we are distinguished, Your people and I, from all the [other] people on the face of the earth?”
Psalm 6:8
Depart from me, all you who do evil,
For the Lord has heard the voice of my weeping.
Psalm 31:23
O love the Lord, all you His godly ones!
The Lord preserves the faithful [those with moral and spiritual integrity]
And fully repays the [self-righteousness of the] arrogant.
Psalm 34:15
The eyes of the Lord are toward the righteous [those with moral courage and spiritual integrity]
And His ears are open to their cry.
Psalm 50:5
“Gather My godly ones to Me,
Those who have made a covenant with Me by sacrifice.”
Psalm 55:16-17
As for me, I shall call upon God,
And the Lord will save me.
Psalm 56:9
Then my enemies will turn back in the day when I call;
This I know, that God is for me.
Psalm 91:14-15
“Because he set his love on Me, therefore I will save him;
I will set him [securely] on high, because he knows My name [he confidently trusts and relies on Me, knowing I will never abandon him, no, never].
John 15:16
Ephesians 2:10
For we are His workmanship [His own master work, a work of art], created in Christ Jesus [reborn from above—spiritually transformed, renewed, ready to be used] for good works, which God prepared [for us] beforehand [taking paths which He set], so that we would walk in them [living the good life which He prearranged and made ready for us].
2 Thessalonians 2:13-14
But we should and are [morally] obligated [as debtors] always to give thanks to God for you, believers beloved by the Lord, because God has chosen you from the beginning for salvation through the
2 Timothy 2:19
Nevertheless, the firm foundation of God [which He has laid] stands [sure and unshaken despite attacks], bearing this seal: “The Lord knows those who are His,” and, “Let everyone who names the name of the Lord stand apart from wickedness and withdraw from wrongdoing.”
Titus 2:14
who [willingly] gave Himself [to be crucified] on our behalf to redeem us and purchase our freedom from all wickedness, and to purify for Himself a chosen and very special people to be His own possession, who are enthusiastic for doing what is good.
1 Peter 2:9
But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a consecrated nation, a [special] people for God’s own possession, so that you may proclaim the excellencies [the wonderful deeds and virtues and perfections] of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.
2 Peter 2:9
then [in light of the fact that all this is true, be sure that] the Lord knows how to rescue the godly from trial, and how to keep the unrighteous under punishment until the day of judgment,