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I will tell everyone that you alone are just.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/71.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />With the mighty deeds of the Lord GOD I will come; I will remind them of your righteousness, yours alone.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/71.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />I will come in the strength of the Lord GOD; I will proclaim Your righteousness—Yours alone.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/71.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />I will go in the strength of the Lord GOD: I will make mention of thy righteousness, <i>even</i> of thine only.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/71.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />I will go in the strength of the Lord GOD; I will make mention of Your righteousness, of Yours only.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/71.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />I will come with the mighty deeds of the Lord GOD; I will make mention of Your righteousness, Yours alone.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/71.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />I will come with the mighty deeds of the Lord GOD; I will make mention of Your righteousness, Yours alone.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/71.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />I will come with the mighty deeds of the Lord GOD; I will make mention of Thy righteousness, Thine alone.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/71.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />I will come with the mighty deeds of Lord Yahweh; I will bring to remembrance Your righteousness, Yours alone.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/71.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />I will come with the mighty acts of the Lord GOD [and in His strength]; I will make mention of Your righteousness, Yours alone.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/71.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />I come because of the mighty acts of the Lord GOD; I will proclaim your righteousness, yours alone.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/71.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />I come because of the mighty acts of the Lord GOD; I will proclaim Your righteousness, Yours alone. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/71.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />I will come with the mighty acts of the Lord Jehovah: I will make mention of thy righteousness, even of thine only.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/71.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />I will praise you, LORD God, for your mighty deeds and your power to save. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/71.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />I will come with the mighty acts of the Lord GOD: I will make mention of thy righteousness, even of thine only.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/71.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />I will come with the mighty deeds of the Almighty LORD. I will praise your righteousness, yours alone.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/71.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />I will go in the strength of the LORD God; I will proclaim your goodness, yours alone. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/71.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Lord GOD, I will come in the power of your mighty acts, remembering your righteousness—yours alone.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/71.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />I will come in the strength of the Lord GOD; I will proclaim Your righteousness?Yours alone.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/71.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />I will come and tell about the mighty acts of the sovereign LORD. I will proclaim your justice--yours alone. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/71.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />I will come with the mighty acts of the Lord GOD. I will make mention of your righteousness, even of yours alone.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/71.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />I will go in the strength of the Lord GOD: I will make mention of thy righteousness, even of thine only.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/71.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />I will come with the mighty acts of the Lord Yahweh. I will make mention of your righteousness, even of yours alone. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/71.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />I come in [the] might of Lord YHWH, "" I mention Your righteousness—Yours alone.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/71.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> I come in the might of the Lord Jehovah, I mention Thy righteousness -- Thine only.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/71.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />I will go in the strength of the Lord Jehovah: I will keep in remembrance thy justice, thine alone.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/71.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />I will enter into the powers of the Lord: O Lord, I will be mindful of thy justice alone. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/71.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 70:16>I will enter into the powers of the Lord. I will be mindful of your justice alone, O Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/71.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />I will speak of the mighty works of the Lord; O GOD, I will tell of your singular justice. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/71.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />I will come praising the mighty deeds of the Lord GOD, I will praise your righteousness, yours alone.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/71.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />I will go in the strength of the LORD; I will make mention of thy righteousness even of thine only.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/71.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />I shall enter into the manliness of LORD JEHOVAH, and I shall mention your righteousness, I alone!<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/71.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />I will come with Thy mighty acts, O Lord GOD; I will make mention of Thy righteousness, even of Thine only.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/71.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />I will go on in the might of the Lord: O Lord, I will make mention of thy righteousness only.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/71-16.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=8554" 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/71.htm">In You, O LORD, I Have Taken Refuge</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">15</span>My mouth will declare Your righteousness and Your salvation all day long, though I cannot know their full measure. <span class="reftext">16</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/935.htm" title="935: ’ā·ḇō·w (V-Qal-Imperf-1cs) -- To come in, come, go in, go. A primitive root; to go or come.">I will enter</a> <a href="/hebrew/1369.htm" title="1369: biḡ·ḇu·rō·wṯ (Prep-b:: N-fpc) -- Strength, might. Feminine passive participle from the same as gibbowr; force; by implication, valor, victory.">in the strength</a> <a href="/hebrew/136.htm" title="136: ’ă·ḏō·nāy (N-proper-ms) -- Lord. Am emphatic form of 'adown; the Lord.">of the Lord</a> <a href="/hebrew/3069.htm" title="3069: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- YHWH. A variation of Yhovah.">GOD;</a> <a href="/hebrew/2142.htm" title="2142: ’az·kîr (V-Hifil-Imperf-1cs) -- Remember. A primitive root; properly, to mark, i.e. To remember; by implication, to mention; also to be male.">I will proclaim</a> <a href="/hebrew/6666.htm" title="6666: ṣiḏ·qā·ṯə·ḵā (N-fsc:: 2ms) -- Righteousness. From tsadaq; rightness, subjectively, objectively, morally or figuratively.">Your righteousness—</a> <a href="/hebrew/905.htm" title="905: lə·ḇad·de·ḵā (Prep-l:: N-msc:: 2ms) -- Separation, a part. ">Yours alone.</a> </span><span class="reftext">17</span>O God, You have taught me from my youth, and to this day I proclaim Your marvelous deeds.…<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="/isaiah/40-10.htm">Isaiah 40:10</a></span><br />Behold, the Lord GOD comes with might, and His arm establishes His rule. His reward is with Him, and His recompense accompanies Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/45-24.htm">Isaiah 45:24</a></span><br />Surely they will say of Me, ‘In the LORD alone are righteousness and strength.’” All who rage against Him will come to Him and be put to shame.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/63-1.htm">Isaiah 63:1</a></span><br />Who is this coming from Edom, from Bozrah with crimson-stained garments? Who is this robed in splendor, marching in the greatness of His strength? “It is I, proclaiming vindication, mighty to save.”<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="/isaiah/12-2.htm">Isaiah 12:2</a></span><br />Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. For the LORD GOD is my strength and my song, and He also has become my salvation.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/41-10.htm">Isaiah 41:10</a></span><br />Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/49-26.htm">Isaiah 49:26</a></span><br />I will make your oppressors eat their own flesh; they will be drunk on their own blood, as with wine. Then all mankind will know that I, the LORD, am your Savior and your Redeemer, the Mighty One of Jacob.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/50-2.htm">Isaiah 50:2</a></span><br />Why was no one there when I arrived? Why did no one answer when I called? Is My hand too short to redeem you? Or do I lack the strength to deliver you? Behold, My rebuke dries up the sea; I turn the rivers into a desert; the fish rot for lack of water and die of thirst.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/52-10.htm">Isaiah 52:10</a></span><br />The LORD has bared His holy arm in the sight of all the nations; all the ends of the earth will see the salvation of our God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/59-16.htm">Isaiah 59:16</a></span><br />He saw that there was no man; He was amazed that there was no one to intercede. So His own arm brought salvation, and His own righteousness sustained Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/4-13.htm">Philippians 4:13</a></span><br />I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/6-10.htm">Ephesians 6:10</a></span><br />Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/12-9.htm">2 Corinthians 12:9</a></span><br />But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly in my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest on me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/10-4.htm">2 Corinthians 10:4</a></span><br />The weapons of our warfare are not the weapons of the flesh. Instead, they have divine power to demolish strongholds.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/1-16.htm">Romans 1:16</a></span><br />I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, first to the Jew, then to the Greek.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">I will go in the strength of the Lord GOD: I will make mention of your righteousness, even of your only.</p><p class="hdg">I will go</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/29-11.htm">Psalm 29:11</a></b></br> The LORD will give strength unto his people; the LORD will bless his people with peace.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/deuteronomy/33-25.htm">Deuteronomy 33:25</a></b></br> Thy shoes <i>shall be</i> iron and brass; and as thy days, <i>so shall</i> thy strength <i>be</i>.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/40-31.htm">Isaiah 40:31</a></b></br> But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew <i>their</i> strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; <i>and</i> they shall walk, and not faint.</p><p class="hdg">I will make</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/26-13.htm">Isaiah 26:13</a></b></br> O LORD our God, <i>other</i> lords beside thee have had dominion over us: <i>but</i> by thee only will we make mention of thy name.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/63-7.htm">Isaiah 63:7</a></b></br> I will mention the lovingkindnesses of the LORD, <i>and</i> the praises of the LORD, according to all that the LORD hath bestowed on us, and the great goodness toward the house of Israel, which he hath bestowed on them according to his mercies, and according to the multitude of his lovingkindnesses.</p><p class="hdg">thy righteousness</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/71-2.htm">Psalm 71:2,15,19,24</a></b></br> Deliver me in thy righteousness, and cause me to escape: incline thine ear unto me, and save me… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/51-14.htm">Psalm 51:14</a></b></br> Deliver me from bloodguiltiness, O God, thou God of my salvation: <i>and</i> my tongue shall sing aloud of thy righteousness.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/matthew/6-33.htm">Matthew 6:33</a></b></br> But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; 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The psalmist acknowledges that true strength comes from God, a theme consistent throughout Scripture (e.g., <a href="/isaiah/40-31.htm">Isaiah 40:31</a>, <a href="/philippians/4-13.htm">Philippians 4:13</a>). The use of "Lord GOD" reflects the Hebrew names "Adonai" and "Yahweh," indicating both the sovereignty and covenant faithfulness of God. This reliance on God's strength is a recurring theme in the life of David, who is traditionally considered the author of many psalms. David often faced overwhelming odds, such as in his battles against Goliath and Saul, yet he consistently attributed his victories to God's power (<a href="/1_samuel/17-45.htm">1 Samuel 17:45-47</a>). This phrase also foreshadows the New Testament teaching of living by the Spirit's power (<a href="/galatians/5-16.htm">Galatians 5:16</a>).<p><b>I will proclaim Your righteousness—</b><br>The psalmist commits to declaring God's righteousness, which is a central attribute of God's character. In the Old Testament, God's righteousness is often associated with His faithfulness to His covenant and His just actions (<a href="/deuteronomy/32-4.htm">Deuteronomy 32:4</a>, <a href="/psalms/36-6.htm">Psalm 36:6</a>). The proclamation of God's righteousness is not just a personal declaration but a public testimony, reflecting the psalmist's role as a witness to God's deeds. This aligns with the prophetic tradition, where prophets like Isaiah and Jeremiah called the people to recognize and return to God's righteous ways (<a href="/isaiah/51-5.htm">Isaiah 51:5-8</a>). In the New Testament, the righteousness of God is revealed through the gospel of Jesus Christ (<a href="/romans/1-17.htm">Romans 1:17</a>), and believers are called to proclaim it to all nations (<a href="/matthew/28-19.htm">Matthew 28:19-20</a>).<p><b>Yours alone.</b><br>This phrase underscores the exclusivity of God's righteousness. The psalmist acknowledges that no human righteousness can compare to God's perfect standard. This is a key theological point, as it highlights the insufficiency of human efforts to achieve righteousness apart from God. The exclusivity of God's righteousness is echoed in the New Testament, where it is taught that righteousness comes through faith in Jesus Christ alone (<a href="/romans/3-22.htm">Romans 3:22</a>). This phrase also serves as a reminder of the first commandment, which calls for exclusive devotion to God (<a href="/exodus/20-3.htm">Exodus 20:3</a>). In a broader biblical context, this exclusivity points to the uniqueness of God's character and His unparalleled holiness, setting Him apart from all other gods and idols (<a href="/isaiah/45-5.htm">Isaiah 45:5-6</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_psalmist.htm">The Psalmist</a></b><br>Traditionally attributed to David, the psalmist is expressing trust and reliance on God's strength and righteousness.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord_god.htm">The Lord GOD</a></b><br>Refers to Yahweh, the covenant-keeping God of Israel, emphasizing His power and faithfulness.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/r/righteousness.htm">Righteousness</a></b><br>The psalmist speaks of God's righteousness, highlighting His moral perfection and justice.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/d/dependence_on_divine_strength.htm">Dependence on Divine Strength</a></b><br>The psalmist models a life of reliance on God's strength rather than personal ability. In our daily lives, we should seek God's strength in our weaknesses and challenges.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/proclaiming_god's_righteousness.htm">Proclaiming God's Righteousness</a></b><br>The focus on God's righteousness alone reminds us to give glory to God in all circumstances, acknowledging His perfect justice and moral integrity.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/e/exclusive_trust_in_god.htm">Exclusive Trust in God</a></b><br>The phrase "Yours alone" emphasizes the exclusivity of trust and worship that should be directed to God. We are called to avoid idolatry and place our faith solely in Him.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/spiritual_boldness.htm">Spiritual Boldness</a></b><br>Entering in the strength of the Lord encourages believers to act with boldness and confidence in their spiritual walk, knowing that God empowers them.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/w/witnessing_to_others.htm">Witnessing to Others</a></b><br>Proclaiming God's righteousness is an act of witnessing. We are encouraged to share our faith and God's attributes with others, reflecting His character in our lives.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_71.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 71</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_were_hymenaeus_and_philetus.htm">How can one live for righteousness?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_do_christians_struggle_with_sin.htm">Why does God allow Christians to struggle with sin?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_do_sacrifices_compare_in_psalms.htm">Psalm 4:5: How do sacrifices of righteousness compare to other biblical texts that claim God does not desire sacrifice (e.g., Psalm 51:16), creating potential inconsistency?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_reconcile_early_deaths_of_the_faithful.htm">Proverbs 16:31 declares that gray hair, or old age, is a crown of glory for the righteous--how do we reconcile this with the early deaths of many who lead faithful and moral lives?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/71.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(16) <span class= "bld">I will go . . .</span>--Rather, <span class= "ital">I will come with the Lord Jehovah's mighty deeds, i.e., </span>come with the tale of them (as last verse) and praise of them into the Temple. (Comp. <a href="/psalms/5-7.htm" title="But as for me, I will come into your house in the multitude of your mercy: and in your fear will I worship toward your holy temple.">Psalm 5:7</a>; <a href="/psalms/66-13.htm" title="I will go into your house with burnt offerings: I will pay you my vows,">Psalm 66:13</a>.)<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/71.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 16.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">I will go in the strength of the Lord God;</span> literally, <span class="accented">I will come with the mighty acts of the Lord God</span> (Revised Version); <span class="accented">i.e.</span> I will bring these acts forward, and make mention of them in my songs of praise. <span class="cmt_word">I will make mention of thy righteousness, even of thine only.</span> I will attribute my deliverance to no strength, or efforts, or righteousness of my own (see <a href="/psalms/20-7.htm">Psalm 20:7</a>; <a href="/psalms/44-3.htm">Psalm 44:3, 6</a>), but to thy righteousness - <span class="accented">i.e.</span> thy faithfulness and truth - only. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/71-16.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 enter</span><br /><span class="heb">אָב֗וֹא</span> <span class="translit">(’ā·ḇō·w)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_935.htm">Strong's 935: </a> </span><span class="str2">To come in, come, go in, go</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in the strength</span><br /><span class="heb">בִּ֭גְבֻרוֹת</span> <span class="translit">(biḡ·ḇu·rō·wṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - feminine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1369.htm">Strong's 1369: </a> </span><span class="str2">Force, valor, victory</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of the Lord</span><br /><span class="heb">אֲדֹנָ֣י</span> <span class="translit">(’ă·ḏō·nāy)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_136.htm">Strong's 136: </a> </span><span class="str2">The Lord</span><br /><br /><span class="word">GOD;</span><br /><span class="heb">יְהוִ֑ה</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3069.htm">Strong's 3069: </a> </span><span class="str2">YHWH</span><br /><br /><span class="word">I will proclaim</span><br /><span class="heb">אַזְכִּ֖יר</span> <span class="translit">(’az·kîr)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2142.htm">Strong's 2142: </a> </span><span class="str2">To mark, to remember, to mention, to be male</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Your righteousness—</span><br /><span class="heb">צִדְקָתְךָ֣</span> <span class="translit">(ṣiḏ·qā·ṯə·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6666.htm">Strong's 6666: </a> </span><span class="str2">Rightness, subjectively, objectively</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Yours alone.</span><br /><span class="heb">לְבַדֶּֽךָ׃</span> <span class="translit">(lə·ḇad·de·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_905.htm">Strong's 905: </a> </span><span class="str2">Separation, a part of the body, branch of a, tree, bar for, carrying, chief of</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/71-16.htm">Psalm 71:16 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/71-16.htm">Psalm 71:16 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/71-16.htm">Psalm 71:16 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/71-16.htm">Psalm 71:16 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/71-16.htm">Psalm 71:16 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/71-16.htm">Psalm 71:16 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/71-16.htm">Psalm 71:16 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/71-16.htm">Psalm 71:16 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/71-16.htm">Psalm 71:16 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/71-16.htm">Psalm 71:16 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/71-16.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 71:16 I will come with the mighty acts (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/71-15.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 71:15"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 71:15" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/71-17.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 71:17"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 71:17" /></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>