Psalms 116:18

Verse

Berean Standard Bible

I will fulfill my vows to the LORD in the presence of all His people,

American Standard Version (1901)

I will pay my vows unto Jehovah, Yea, in the presence of all his people,

Bible in Basic English

I will make the offerings of my oath, even before all his people;

Free Bible Version

I will keep my promises to the Lord so everyone can see,

Geneva Bible 1599

I will pay my vowes vnto the Lord, euen nowe in the presence of all his people,

King James (Authorized) Version

I will pay my vows unto the LORD now in the presence of all his people,

One Unity Resource Bible

I will pay my vows to Adonai , yes, in the presence of all his people,

Translation for Translators

When I am together with many of [HYP] the people who belong to Yahweh, in the courtyard outside his temple in Jerusalem, I will give to him the offerings that I solemnly promised to give to him. Praise Yahweh!

Unlocked Literal Bible

I will fulfill my vows to Yahweh in the presence of all his people,

Noah Webster Bible

I will pay my vows to the LORD now in the presence of all his people,

World English Bible

I will pay my vows to Yahweh, yes, in the presence of all his people,

Young's Literal Translation

My vows to Jehovah let me complete, I pray you, before all His people,

Context

The LORD Has Heard My Voice

¹⁷I will offer to You a sacrifice of thanksgiving and call on the name of the LORD. ¹⁸I will fulfill my vows to the LORD in the presence of all His people, ¹⁹in the courts of the LORD’s house, in your midst, O Jerusalem. Hallelujah!

Summary

In this verse, the psalmist expresses gratitude to God for delivering his soul from death, his eyes from tears, and his feet from stumbling. It reflects a heartfelt acknowledgment of God's faithfulness in times of distress and danger. The psalmist's testimony serves as a reminder of God's continuous presence and protection in the lives of His people, inspiring trust and praise. This verse encourages believers to offer thanksgiving and praise to God for His deliverance and grace, recognizing His power to rescue and sustain them in times of trouble.