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full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/psalms/13.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />I will sing the LORD&#8217s praise, for he has been good to me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/13.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />I will sing to the LORD because he is good to me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/13.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />I will sing to the LORD, because he has dealt bountifully with me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/13.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />I will sing to the LORD, for He has been good to me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/13.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />I will sing unto the LORD, because he hath dealt bountifully with me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/13.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />I will sing to the LORD, Because He has dealt bountifully with me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/13.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />I will sing to the LORD, Because He has looked after me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/13.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />I will sing to the LORD, Because He has dealt bountifully with me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/13.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />I will sing to the LORD, Because He has dealt bountifully with me. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/13.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />I will sing to Yahweh, Because He has dealt bountifully with me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/13.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />I will sing to the LORD, Because He has dealt bountifully with me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/13.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />I will sing to the LORD because he has treated me generously.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/13.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />I will sing to the LORD because He has treated me generously. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/13.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />I will sing unto Jehovah, Because he hath dealt bountifully with me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/13.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />You have been good to me, LORD, and I will sing about you. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/13.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />I will sing unto the LORD, because he hath dealt bountifully with me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/13.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />I will sing to the LORD because he has been good to me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/13.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />I will sing to you, O LORD, because you have been good to me. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/13.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />I will sing to the LORD, for he has dealt bountifully with me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/13.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />I will sing to the LORD, for He has been good to me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/13.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />I will sing praises to the LORD when he vindicates me. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/13.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />I will sing to the LORD, because he has dealt bountifully with me, and I will sing to the name of the LORD Most High.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/13.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />I will sing to the LORD, because he hath dealt bountifully with me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/13.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />I will sing to Yahweh, because he has been good to me. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/13.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />I sing to YHWH, "" For He has conferred benefits on me!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/13.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> I do sing to Jehovah, For He hath conferred benefits upon me!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/13.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And I trusted in thy mercy; my heart shall exult in thy salvation. I will sing to Jehovah for he benefited me.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/13.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />but I have trusted in thy mercy. My heart shall rejoice in thy salvation: I will sing to the Lord, who giveth me good things: yea I will sing to the name of the Lord the most high. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/13.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 12:6>But I have hoped in your mercy. My heart will exult in your salvation. I will sing to the Lord, who assigns good things to me. And I will sing psalms to the name of the Lord Most High.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/13.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />But I trust in your mercy. Grant my heart joy in your salvation, I will sing to the LORD, for he has dealt bountifully with me! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/13.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />I will sing to the LORD, because he has dealt bountifully with me.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/13.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />I will sing unto the LORD, because he has saved me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/13.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />— Ps<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/13.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />I will sing unto the LORD, Because He hath dealt bountifully with me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/13.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />I will sing to the Lord who has dealt bountifully with me, and I will sing psalms to the name of the Lord most high.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/13-6.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nFaD2oDhKPc?start=1140" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/psalms/13.htm">How Long, O LORD?</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">5</span>But I have trusted in Your loving devotion; my heart will rejoice in Your salvation. <span class="reftext">6</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/7891.htm" title="7891: ’ā·šî·rāh (V-Qal-Imperf.Cohort-1cs) -- To sing. Or shuwr; a primitive root; to sing.">I will sing</a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (Prep-l:: N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">to the LORD,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">for</a> <a href="/hebrew/1580.htm" title="1580: ḡā·mal (V-Qal-Perf-3ms) -- A primitive root; to treat a person, i.e. Benefit or requite; by implication, to ripen, i.e. to wean.">He has been good</a> <a href="/hebrew/5921.htm" title="5921: ‘ā·lāy (Prep:: 1cs) -- Properly, the same as al used as a preposition; above, over, upon, or against in a great variety of applications.">to me.</a> </span><div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/9-2.htm">Psalm 9:2</a></span><br />I will be glad and rejoice in You; I will sing praise to Your name, O Most High.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/28-7.htm">Psalm 28:7</a></span><br />The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in Him, and I am helped. Therefore my heart rejoices, and I give thanks to Him with my song.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/71-23.htm">Psalm 71:23</a></span><br />When I sing praise to You my lips will shout for joy, along with my soul, which You have redeemed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/103-1.htm">Psalm 103:1-2</a></span><br />Of David. Bless the LORD, O my soul; all that is within me, bless His holy name. / Bless the LORD, O my soul, and do not forget all His kind deeds—<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/116-7.htm">Psalm 116:7-9</a></span><br />Return to your rest, O my soul, for the LORD has been good to you. / For You have delivered my soul from death, my eyes from tears, my feet from stumbling. / I will walk before the LORD in the land of the living.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/118-14.htm">Psalm 118:14-15</a></span><br />The LORD is my strength and my song, and He has become my salvation. / Shouts of joy and salvation resound in the tents of the righteous: “The right hand of the LORD performs with valor!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/146-2.htm">Psalm 146:2</a></span><br />I will praise the LORD all my life; I will sing praises to my God while I have my being.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/12-5.htm">Isaiah 12:5</a></span><br />Sing to the LORD, for He has done glorious things. Let this be known in all the earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/61-10.htm">Isaiah 61:10</a></span><br />I will rejoice greatly in the LORD, my soul will exult in my God; for He has clothed me with garments of salvation and wrapped me in a robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom wears a priestly headdress, as a bride adorns herself with her jewels.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/habakkuk/3-18.htm">Habakkuk 3:18</a></span><br />yet I will exult in the LORD; I will rejoice in the God of my salvation!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/zephaniah/3-17.htm">Zephaniah 3:17</a></span><br />The LORD your God is among you; He is mighty to save. He will rejoice over you with gladness; He will quiet you with His love; He will rejoice over you with singing.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/1-46.htm">Luke 1:46-47</a></span><br />Then Mary said: “My soul magnifies the Lord, / and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/1-68.htm">Luke 1:68-69</a></span><br />“Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel, because He has visited and redeemed His people. / He has raised up a horn of salvation for us in the house of His servant David,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/15-9.htm">Romans 15:9</a></span><br />so that the Gentiles may glorify God for His mercy. As it is written: “Therefore I will praise You among the Gentiles; I will sing hymns to Your name.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/14-15.htm">1 Corinthians 14:15</a></span><br />What then shall I do? I will pray with my spirit, but I will also pray with my mind. I will sing with my spirit, but I will also sing with my mind.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">I will sing to the LORD, because he has dealt bountifully with me.</p><p class="hdg">I</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/21-13.htm">Psalm 21:13</a></b></br> Be thou exalted, LORD, in thine own strength: <i>so</i> will we sing and praise thy power.</p><p class="hdg">he</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/116-7.htm">Psalm 116:7</a></b></br> Return unto thy rest, O my soul; for the LORD hath dealt bountifully with thee.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/119-7.htm">Psalm 119:7</a></b></br> I will praise thee with uprightness of heart, when I shall have learned thy righteous judgments.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/deuteronomy/18-8.htm">Benefits</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/15-10.htm">Bountifully</a> <a href="/psalms/13-1.htm">Chief</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/13-1.htm">Conferred</a> <a href="/psalms/13-1.htm">David</a> <a href="/job/27-2.htm">Dealt</a> <a href="/psalms/4-6.htm">Good</a> <a href="/psalms/13-1.htm">Musician</a> <a href="/psalms/13-1.htm">Psalm</a> <a href="/psalms/7-8.htm">Reward</a> <a href="/psalms/9-11.htm">Sing</a> <a href="/psalms/9-2.htm">Song</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/68-19.htm">Benefits</a> <a href="/psalms/116-7.htm">Bountifully</a> <a href="/psalms/14-1.htm">Chief</a> <a href="/psalms/103-10.htm">Conferred</a> <a href="/psalms/14-1.htm">David</a> <a href="/psalms/14-1.htm">Dealt</a> <a href="/psalms/14-1.htm">Good</a> <a href="/psalms/14-1.htm">Musician</a> <a href="/psalms/14-1.htm">Psalm</a> <a href="/psalms/15-5.htm">Reward</a> <a href="/psalms/18-49.htm">Sing</a> <a href="/psalms/17-15.htm">Song</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 13</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/13-1.htm">David complains of delay</a></span><br><span class="reftext">3. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/13-3.htm">He prays for preventing grace</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/13-5.htm">He boasts of divine mercy</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/13.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/psalms/13.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>I will sing to the LORD</b><br>This phrase reflects a personal commitment to worship and praise. Singing to the LORD is a common expression of worship throughout the Psalms and the Bible. It signifies joy, gratitude, and reverence. In ancient Israel, singing was an integral part of worship, often accompanied by instruments like the harp and lyre. This act of singing is not just a personal expression but a communal one, as seen in the temple worship practices. The phrase also connects to other scriptures such as <a href="/exodus/15.htm">Exodus 15:1</a>, where Moses and the Israelites sang to the LORD after crossing the Red Sea, highlighting deliverance and divine intervention.<p><b>for He has been good to me</b><br>This phrase acknowledges God's benevolence and faithfulness. The goodness of God is a recurring theme in the Bible, emphasizing His mercy, provision, and protection. Historically, this goodness can be seen in God's covenant relationship with Israel, where He consistently provided for and protected His people despite their frequent disobedience. The phrase can also be linked to <a href="/romans/8-28.htm">Romans 8:28</a>, which speaks of God working all things for the good of those who love Him. In a broader theological context, this goodness is ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ, who embodies God's love and grace through His life, death, and resurrection.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/d/david.htm">David</a></b><br>Traditionally attributed as the author of <a href="/bsb/psalms/13.htm">Psalm 13</a>, David is expressing a personal lament that transitions into trust and praise.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The covenant name of God, emphasizing His faithfulness and relationship with His people.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_psalmist's_experience.htm">The Psalmist's Experience</a></b><br>The context of <a href="/bsb/psalms/13.htm">Psalm 13</a> is a period of distress and waiting, where the psalmist feels forgotten by God but ultimately reaffirms his trust in God's goodness.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/trust_in_god's_goodness.htm">Trust in God's Goodness</a></b><br>Even in times of distress, we are called to trust in the inherent goodness of God. The Hebrew word for "good" (tov) implies a sense of well-being and favor that God bestows upon His people.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_praise.htm">The Power of Praise</a></b><br>Singing to the Lord is an act of faith and worship. It shifts our focus from our circumstances to God's character and His past faithfulness.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/remembering_god's_faithfulness.htm">Remembering God's Faithfulness</a></b><br>Reflecting on how God has been good to us in the past can strengthen our faith and encourage us during present trials.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_lament_in_faith.htm">The Role of Lament in Faith</a></b><br>Lament is a valid expression of faith. It allows us to bring our honest emotions before God, leading us to a place of renewed trust and praise.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/j/joy_in_the_midst_of_trials.htm">Joy in the Midst of Trials</a></b><br>Choosing to rejoice and sing to the Lord, even when circumstances are challenging, is a testament to our faith and hope in God's promises.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_13.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 13</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_was_nympha_in_the_bible.htm">What does 'goodness and mercy shall follow me' mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_psalm_13_5-6's_shift_inconsistent.htm">Does the abrupt shift from despair to trust in Psalm 13:5–6 raise doubts about the psalm’s consistency or authenticity? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_are_spiritual_disciplines.htm">What are spiritual disciplines?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_god's_mercy_universal.htm">Is God merciful to all? (Psalm 145:9 vs. Isaiah 13:9)</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/13.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 6.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">I will sing unto the Lord</span>. I will exchange my cry of despair, "How long?" (vers. 1, 2), for a joyful song of thanksgiving; because already I am cheered, I am revived - he (<span class="accented">i.e.</span> the Lord) hath dealt bountifully with me. And this mental revival is an assurance of deliverance to come. <p> <p> <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/13-6.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">I will sing</span><br /><span class="heb">אָשִׁ֥ירָה</span> <span class="translit">(’ā·šî·rāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect Cohortative - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7891.htm">Strong's 7891: </a> </span><span class="str2">To sing</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to the LORD,</span><br /><span class="heb">לַיהוָ֑ה</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3068.htm">Strong's 3068: </a> </span><span class="str2">LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">for</span><br /><span class="heb">כִּ֖י</span> <span class="translit">(kî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">A relative conjunction</span><br /><br /><span class="word">He has been good</span><br /><span class="heb">גָמַ֣ל</span> <span class="translit">(ḡā·mal)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1580.htm">Strong's 1580: </a> </span><span class="str2">To deal fully or adequately with, deal out to, wean, ripen</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to me.</span><br /><span class="heb">עָלָֽי׃</span> <span class="translit">(‘ā·lāy)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5921.htm">Strong's 5921: </a> </span><span class="str2">Above, over, upon, against</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/13-6.htm">Psalm 13:6 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/13-6.htm">Psalm 13:6 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/13-6.htm">Psalm 13:6 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/13-6.htm">Psalm 13:6 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/13-6.htm">Psalm 13:6 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/13-6.htm">Psalm 13:6 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/13-6.htm">Psalm 13:6 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/13-6.htm">Psalm 13:6 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/13-6.htm">Psalm 13:6 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/13-6.htm">Psalm 13:6 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/13-6.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 13:6 I will sing to Yahweh because he (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/13-5.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 13:5"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 13:5" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/14-1.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 14:1"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 14:1" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>