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href="/bsb/psalms/20.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/psalms/20.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />May he give you the desire of your heart and make all your plans succeed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/20.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />May he grant your heart’s desires and make all your plans succeed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/20.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />May he grant you your heart’s desire and fulfill all your plans!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/20.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />May He give you the desires of your heart and make all your plans succeed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/20.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Grant thee according to thine own heart, and fulfil all thy counsel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/20.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />May He grant you according to your heart’s <i>desire,</i> And fulfill all your purpose.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/20.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />May He grant you your heart’s desire And fulfill your whole plan!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/20.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />May He grant you your heart&#8217s desire And fulfill all your counsel!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/20.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />May He grant you your heart’s desire, And fulfill all your counsel!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/20.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />May He grant you your heart’s desire And fulfill all your counsel!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/20.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />May He grant you your heart’s desire And fulfill all your plans.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/20.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />May he give you what your heart desires and fulfill your whole purpose.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/20.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />May He give you what your heart desires and fulfill your whole purpose. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/20.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Grant thee thy heart's desire, And fulfil all thy counsel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/20.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />May God do what you want most and let all go well for you. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/20.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Grant thee thy heart's desire, and fulfill all thy counsel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/20.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />He will give you your heart's desire and carry out all your plans.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/20.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />May he give you what you desire and make all your plans succeed. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/20.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />May he give you what your heart desires, and may he fulfill all your plans.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/20.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />May He give you the desires of your heart and make all your plans succeed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/20.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />May he grant your heart's desire; may he bring all your plans to pass! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/20.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />He will grant you your heart's desire, and fulfill all your plans.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/20.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Grant thee according to thy own heart, and fulfill all thy counsel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/20.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />May he grant you your heart’s desire, and fulfill all your counsel. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/20.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />He gives to you according to your heart, "" And fulfills all your counsel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/20.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> He doth give to thee according to thy heart, And all thy counsel doth fulfil.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/20.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />He will give to thee according to thy heart, and fill up all thy counsel.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/20.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />May he give thee according to thy own heart; and confirm all thy counsels. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/20.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 19:5>May he grant to you according to your heart, and confirm all your counsels.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/20.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Grant what is in your heart, fulfill your every plan. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/20.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />May he grant you your heart’s desire, and fulfill all your plans.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/20.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />May the LORD grant you according to your own heart, and fulfil all your counsel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/20.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />LORD JEHOVAH will give you according to your heart and he will fulfill according to all your counsel.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/20.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Grant thee according to thine own heart, And fulfil all thy counsel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/20.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Grant thee according to thy heart, and fulfill all thy desire.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/20-4.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=2001" 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/20.htm">The Day of Trouble</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">3</span>May He remember all your gifts and look favorably on your burnt offerings. Selah <span class="reftext">4</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/5414.htm" title="5414: yit·ten- (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms) -- To give, put, set. A primitive root; to give, used with greatest latitude of application.">May He give</a> <a href="/hebrew/lə·ḵā (Prep:: 2ms) -- ">you</a> <a href="/hebrew/3824.htm" title="3824: ḵil·ḇā·ḇe·ḵā (Prep-k:: N-msc:: 2ms) -- Inner man, mind, will, heart. From labab; the heart; used also like leb.">the desires of your heart</a> <a href="/hebrew/4390.htm" title="4390: yə·mal·lê (V-Piel-Imperf-3ms) -- To be full, to fill. Or malae; a primitive root, to fill or be full of, in a wide application.">and make</a> <a href="/hebrew/3605.htm" title="3605: wə·ḵāl (Conj-w:: N-msc) -- The whole, all. Or kowl; from kalal; properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every.">all your</a> <a href="/hebrew/6098.htm" title="6098: ‘ă·ṣā·ṯə·ḵā (N-fsc:: 2ms) -- Counsel, advice. From ya'ats; advice; by implication, plan; also prudence.">plans succeed.</a> </span><span class="reftext">5</span>May we shout for joy at your victory and raise a banner in the name of our God. May the LORD grant all your petitions.…<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="/proverbs/16-3.htm">Proverbs 16:3</a></span><br />Commit your works to the LORD and your plans will be achieved.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/3-5.htm">Proverbs 3:5-6</a></span><br />Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; / in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/21-2.htm">Psalm 21:2</a></span><br />You have granted his heart’s desire and have not withheld the request of his lips. Selah<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/5-14.htm">1 John 5:14-15</a></span><br />And this is the confidence that we have before Him: If we ask anything according to His will, He hears us. / And if we know that He hears us in whatever we ask, we know that we already possess what we have asked of Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/4-3.htm">James 4:3</a></span><br />And when you do ask, you do not receive, because you ask with wrong motives, that you may squander it on your pleasures.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/15-7.htm">John 15:7</a></span><br />If you remain in Me and My words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/7-7.htm">Matthew 7:7-8</a></span><br />Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. / For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/3-20.htm">Ephesians 3:20</a></span><br />Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/11-24.htm">Mark 11:24</a></span><br />Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/8-28.htm">Romans 8:28</a></span><br />And we know that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/4-10.htm">1 Chronicles 4:10</a></span><br />And Jabez called out to the God of Israel, “If only You would bless me and enlarge my territory! May Your hand be with me and keep me from harm, so that I will be free from pain.” And God granted the request of Jabez.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/37-4.htm">Psalm 37:4</a></span><br />Delight yourself in the LORD, and He will give you the desires of your heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/145-19.htm">Psalm 145:19</a></span><br />He fulfills the desires of those who fear Him; He hears their cry and saves them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/26-3.htm">Isaiah 26:3</a></span><br />You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/29-11.htm">Jeremiah 29:11</a></span><br />For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, to give you a future and a hope.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Grant you according to your own heart, and fulfill all your counsel.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/21-2.htm">Psalm 21:2</a></b></br> Thou hast given him his heart's desire, and hast not withholden the request of his lips. Selah.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/37-4.htm">Psalm 37:4</a></b></br> Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/145-19.htm">Psalm 145:19</a></b></br> He will fulfil the desire of them that fear him: he also will hear their cry, and will save them.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/16-7.htm">Counsel</a> <a href="/psalms/16-7.htm">Counsels</a> <a href="/psalms/10-17.htm">Desire</a> <a href="/job/42-2.htm">Effect</a> <a href="/job/39-2.htm">Fulfil</a> <a href="/job/39-2.htm">Fulfill</a> <a href="/psalms/20-2.htm">Grant</a> <a href="/psalms/19-14.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/psalms/10-3.htm">Heart's</a> <a href="/psalms/14-6.htm">Plans</a> <a href="/psalms/10-7.htm">Purposes</a> <a href="/psalms/10-5.htm">Succeed</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/25-14.htm">Counsel</a> <a href="/psalms/81-12.htm">Counsels</a> <a href="/psalms/21-2.htm">Desire</a> <a href="/psalms/33-10.htm">Effect</a> <a href="/psalms/20-5.htm">Fulfil</a> <a href="/psalms/20-5.htm">Fulfill</a> <a href="/psalms/20-5.htm">Grant</a> <a href="/psalms/21-2.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/psalms/21-2.htm">Heart's</a> <a href="/psalms/33-10.htm">Plans</a> <a href="/psalms/33-10.htm">Purposes</a> <a href="/psalms/21-11.htm">Succeed</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 20</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/20-1.htm">The church blesses the King in his exploits</a></span><br><span class="reftext">7. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/20-7.htm">and expresses her confidence in God's helpfulness</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/20.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/20.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>May He give you the desires of your heart</b><br>This phrase reflects a prayer for God to fulfill the deepest longings and righteous desires of an individual's heart. In biblical context, the heart is often seen as the center of one's will and emotions. The desires mentioned here are not merely personal whims but align with God's will and purposes. In <a href="/1_samuel/16-7.htm">1 Samuel 16:7</a>, God emphasizes that He looks at the heart, suggesting that the desires of a righteous heart are in harmony with His plans. This prayer is rooted in the understanding that God knows what is best for us and that true fulfillment comes from Him. The phrase also echoes the sentiment found in <a href="/psalms/37-4.htm">Psalm 37:4</a>, which encourages delighting in the Lord to receive the desires of one's heart, indicating a relationship between one's spiritual state and the fulfillment of desires.<p><b>and make all your plans succeed</b><br>This part of the verse is a petition for God to bless and prosper the plans and endeavors of the individual. In the historical and cultural context of ancient Israel, success was often seen as a sign of God's favor and blessing. The concept of plans succeeding is tied to the idea of divine providence, where God orchestrates events according to His will. <a href="/proverbs/16-3.htm">Proverbs 16:3</a> advises committing one's works to the Lord to establish plans, highlighting the importance of aligning one's intentions with God's purposes. This phrase can also be seen as a type of Christ, who perfectly fulfilled God's plan of salvation. Jesus' life and mission were the ultimate example of divine plans succeeding, as seen in passages like <a href="/john/17-4.htm">John 17:4</a>, where Jesus speaks of completing the work given to Him by the Father.<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 this Psalm, David was the second king of Israel, known for his deep relationship with God and his role as a warrior and leader.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/i/israel.htm">Israel</a></b><br>The nation to whom this Psalm was originally addressed, often seeking God's favor and protection in times of battle and national decision-making.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>The central figure in this Psalm, invoked as the one who grants desires and ensures success according to His will.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_sanctuary.htm">The Sanctuary</a></b><br>While not explicitly mentioned in this verse, the context of the Psalm suggests a setting of worship and prayer, possibly in the sanctuary where God's presence was sought.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_anointed.htm">The Anointed</a></b><br>Referring to the king or leader, often seen as God's chosen representative, whose success was vital for the nation's well-being.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/a/aligning_desires_with_god's_will.htm">Aligning Desires with God's Will</a></b><br>Our desires should be in harmony with God's will. This requires a heart transformed by His Word and Spirit.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_prayer.htm">The Role of Prayer</a></b><br>Prayer is essential in seeking God's guidance and blessing on our plans. It is a means of aligning our desires with His purposes.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/trust_in_god's_sovereignty.htm">Trust in God's Sovereignty</a></b><br>Success is ultimately determined by God. Trusting in His sovereignty means accepting His timing and methods.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_righteous_intentions.htm">The Importance of Righteous Intentions</a></b><br>Our plans should be rooted in righteousness and aimed at glorifying God, not merely personal gain.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/community_and_leadership.htm">Community and Leadership</a></b><br>The success of leaders, especially those anointed by God, is crucial for the community's well-being. Praying for leaders aligns with biblical instruction.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_20.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 20</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_doesn't_god_answer_my_prayers.htm">Why doesn't God answer my prayers?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_praying_in_god's_will.htm">What does praying in the will of God mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_means_'god_grants_desires'.htm">What does "God granting heart's desires" mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_reconcile_god's_rule_with_oppression.htm">How can we reconcile God's ultimate kingship with the continuing oppression seen throughout history? (Psalm 10:16-18)</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/20.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 4.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Grant thee according to thine own heart</span>; <span class="accented">i.e.</span> whatever thy heart desireth "in connection with this expedition, all that thou hopest from it, all that thou wouldst have it accomplish." And fulfil all thy counsel; ¢.e. make all thy plans to prosper. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/20-4.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">May He give</span><br /><span class="heb">יִֽתֶּן־</span> <span class="translit">(yit·ten-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5414.htm">Strong's 5414: </a> </span><span class="str2">To give, put, set</span><br /><br /><span class="word">you</span><br /><span class="heb">לְךָ֥</span> <span class="translit">(lə·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/.htm">Strong's Hebrew</a> </span><span class="str2"></span><br /><br /><span class="word">the desires of your heart</span><br /><span class="heb">כִלְבָבֶ֑ךָ</span> <span class="translit">(ḵil·ḇā·ḇe·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-k | Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3824.htm">Strong's 3824: </a> </span><span class="str2">Inner man, mind, will, heart</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and make</span><br /><span class="heb">יְמַלֵּֽא׃</span> <span class="translit">(yə·mal·lê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4390.htm">Strong's 4390: </a> </span><span class="str2">To fill, be full of</span><br /><br /><span class="word">all your</span><br /><span class="heb">וְֽכָל־</span> <span class="translit">(wə·ḵāl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3605.htm">Strong's 3605: </a> </span><span class="str2">The whole, all, any, every</span><br /><br /><span class="word">plans {succeed}.</span><br /><span class="heb">עֲצָתְךָ֥</span> <span class="translit">(‘ă·ṣā·ṯə·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6098.htm">Strong's 6098: </a> </span><span class="str2">Advice, plan, prudence</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/20-4.htm">Psalm 20:4 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/20-4.htm">Psalm 20:4 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/20-4.htm">Psalm 20:4 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/20-4.htm">Psalm 20:4 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/20-4.htm">Psalm 20:4 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/20-4.htm">Psalm 20:4 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/20-4.htm">Psalm 20:4 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/20-4.htm">Psalm 20:4 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/20-4.htm">Psalm 20:4 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/20-4.htm">Psalm 20:4 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/20-4.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 20:4 May He grant you your heart's desire (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/20-3.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 20:3"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 20:3" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/20-5.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 20:5"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 20:5" /></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>