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he has become my salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/118.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />The LORD is my strength and my song; he has given me victory.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/118.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />The LORD is my strength and my song; he has become my salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/118.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is my strength and my song, and He has become my salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/118.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />The LORD <i>is</i> my strength and song, and is become my salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/118.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />The LORD <i>is</i> my strength and song, And He has become my salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/118.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is my strength and song, And He has become my salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/118.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />The LORD is my strength and song, And He has become my salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/118.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />The LORD is my strength and song, And He has become my salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/118.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Yah is my strength and song, And He has become my salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/118.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is my strength and song, And He has become my salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/118.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is my strength and my song; he has become my salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/118.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is my strength and my song; He has become my salvation. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/118.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Jehovah is my strength and song; And he is become my salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/118.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />My power and my strength come from the LORD, and he has saved me. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/118.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />The LORD is my strength and song; and he is become my salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/118.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />The LORD is my strength and my song. He is my savior.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/118.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />The LORD makes me powerful and strong; he has saved me. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/118.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />The LORD is my strength and protector, for he has become my deliverer. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/118.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is my strength and my song, and He has become my salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/118.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />The LORD gives me strength and protects me; he has become my deliverer." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/118.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is my strength and song. He has become my salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/118.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />The LORD is my strength and song, and is become my salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/118.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Yah is my strength and song. He has become my salvation. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/118.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />YAH is my strength and song, "" And He is to me for salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/118.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> My strength and song is Jah, And He is to me for salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/118.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Jah my strength and music, and he will be to me for salvation.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/118.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />The Lord is my strength and my praise: and he is become my salvation. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/118.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 117:14>The Lord is my strength and my praise. And he has become my salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/118.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />The LORD, my strength and might, has become my savior. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/118.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />The LORD is my strength and my might; he has become my salvation.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/118.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is my strength and song, and has become my salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/118.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />LORD JEHOVAH is my power and my praise and he has been my Savior!<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/118.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />The LORD is my strength and song; And He is become my salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/118.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />The Lord is my strength and my song, and is become my salvation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/118-14.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=14848" 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/118.htm">Give Thanks to the LORD, for He is Good</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">13</span>I was pushed so hard I was falling, but the LORD helped me. <span class="reftext">14</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3050.htm" title="3050: yāh (N-proper-ms) -- The name of the God of Israel. Contraction for Yhovah, and meaning the same; Jah, the sacred name.">The LORD</a> <a href="/hebrew/5797.htm" title="5797: ‘āz·zî (N-msc:: 1cs) -- Strength, might. Or rowz; from azaz; strength in various applications.">is my strength</a> <a href="/hebrew/2176.htm" title="2176: wə·zim·rāṯ (Conj-w:: N-fsc) -- Instrumental music, praise. From zamar; instrumental music; by implication, praise.">and my song,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1961.htm" title="1961: way·hî- (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To fall out, come to pass, become, be. A primitive root; to exist, i.e. Be or become, come to pass.">and He has become</a> <a href="/hebrew/lî (Prep:: 1cs) -- ">my</a> <a href="/hebrew/3444.htm" title="3444: lî·šū·‘āh (Prep-l:: N-fs) -- Salvation. Feminine passive participle of yasha'; something saved, i.e. deliverance; hence, aid, victory, prosperity.">salvation.</a> </span><span class="reftext">15</span>Shouts of joy and salvation resound in the tents of the righteous: “The right hand of the LORD performs with valor!…<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="/exodus/15-2.htm">Exodus 15:2</a></span><br />The LORD is my strength and my song, and He has become my salvation. He is my God, and I will praise Him, my father’s God, and I will exalt Him.<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/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/26-4.htm">Isaiah 26:4</a></span><br />Trust in the LORD forever, because GOD the LORD is the Rock eternal.<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/40-29.htm">Isaiah 40:29-31</a></span><br />He gives power to the faint and increases the strength of the weak. / Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall. / But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/25-9.htm">Isaiah 25:9</a></span><br />And in that day it will be said, “Surely this is our God; we have waited for Him, and He has saved us. This is the LORD for whom we have waited. Let us rejoice and be glad in His salvation.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/22-33.htm">2 Samuel 22:33</a></span><br />God is my strong fortress, and He makes my way clear.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/habakkuk/3-19.htm">Habakkuk 3:19</a></span><br />GOD the Lord is my strength; He makes my feet like those of a deer; He makes me walk upon the heights! For the choirmaster. With stringed instruments.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/8-10.htm">Nehemiah 8:10</a></span><br />Then Nehemiah told them, “Go and eat what is rich, drink what is sweet, and send out portions to those who have nothing prepared, since today is holy to our Lord. Do not grieve, for the joy of the LORD is your strength.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/16-11.htm">1 Chronicles 16:11</a></span><br />Seek out the LORD and His strength; seek His face always.<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="/2_corinthians/12-9.htm">2 Corinthians 12:9-10</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. / That is why, for the sake of Christ, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.<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="/1_corinthians/1-30.htm">1 Corinthians 1:30</a></span><br />It is because of Him that you are in Christ Jesus, who has become for us wisdom from God: our righteousness, holiness, and redemption.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">The LORD is my strength and song, and is become my salvation.</p><p class="hdg">is my strength</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/18-2.htm">Psalm 18:2</a></b></br> The LORD <i>is</i> my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my buckler, and the horn of my salvation, <i>and</i> my high tower.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/exodus/15-2.htm">Exodus 15:2-6</a></b></br> The LORD <i>is</i> my strength and song, and he is become my salvation: he <i>is</i> my God, and I will prepare him an habitation; my father's God, and I will exalt him… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/12-2.htm">Isaiah 12:2</a></b></br> Behold, God <i>is</i> my salvation; I will trust, and not be afraid: for the LORD JEHOVAH <i>is</i> my strength and <i>my</i> song; he also is become my salvation.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/117-2.htm">Jah</a> <a href="/psalms/116-13.htm">Salvation</a> <a href="/psalms/108-2.htm">Song</a> <a href="/psalms/110-3.htm">Strength</a> <a href="/psalms/118-5.htm">Yah</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/118-17.htm">Jah</a> <a href="/psalms/118-15.htm">Salvation</a> <a href="/psalms/119-54.htm">Song</a> <a href="/psalms/119-28.htm">Strength</a> <a href="/psalms/118-18.htm">Yah</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 118</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/118-1.htm">An exhortation to praise God for his mercy</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/118-5.htm">The psalmist by his experience shows how good it is to trust in God</a></span><br><span class="reftext">19. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/118-19.htm">Under the type of the psalmist the coming of Christ in his kingdom is expressed</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/118.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/118.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>The LORD is my strength</b><br>This phrase emphasizes reliance on God as the source of strength. In the context of ancient Israel, strength was often associated with military might and protection. The psalmist acknowledges that true strength comes from the LORD, not from human power or resources. This is a recurring theme in the Psalms and throughout the Old Testament, where God is depicted as a warrior and protector of His people (<a href="/exodus/15-2.htm">Exodus 15:2</a>, <a href="/isaiah/12-2.htm">Isaiah 12:2</a>). The phrase also reflects a personal relationship with God, indicating trust and dependence on Him in times of trouble.<p><b>and my song</b><br>The reference to "song" suggests a response of praise and worship. In biblical times, songs were a common way to express joy, gratitude, and remembrance of God's deeds. This phrase indicates that the LORD is not only the source of strength but also the reason for joy and celebration. The use of song in worship is seen throughout the Psalms and is a key element of Israelite worship practices. It also points to the joy of salvation and deliverance, themes that are central to the psalm.<p><b>and He has become my salvation</b><br>This phrase highlights the transformative work of God in the life of the believer. Salvation here can be understood both in a physical sense, as deliverance from enemies or danger, and in a spiritual sense, as deliverance from sin and death. The concept of God as Savior is foundational in the Old Testament and is fulfilled in the New Testament through Jesus Christ. The phrase "has become" suggests a personal experience of God's saving power, which is a testimony to His faithfulness and mercy. This connects to the broader biblical narrative of redemption and points to the ultimate salvation through Christ (<a href="/luke/2-30.htm">Luke 2:30</a>, <a href="/acts/4-12.htm">Acts 4:12</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal presence and faithfulness to His people.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/p/psalmist.htm">Psalmist (likely David)</a></b><br>Traditionally attributed to King David, this psalm is a song of thanksgiving and praise for deliverance.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/i/israel.htm">Israel</a></b><br>The nation of Israel, often the collective voice in the Psalms, expressing communal gratitude and reliance on God.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/temple_worship.htm">Temple Worship</a></b><br>This psalm was likely used in temple worship, celebrating God's deliverance and faithfulness.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/e/exodus_event.htm">Exodus Event</a></b><br>The language of "strength" and "song" echoes the song of Moses after the Exodus, celebrating God's deliverance from Egypt.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god_as_our_strength.htm">God as Our Strength</a></b><br>Recognize that true strength comes from the LORD, not from our own abilities or resources.<br><br>In times of weakness, rely on God's power to sustain and uplift you.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god_as_our_song.htm">God as Our Song</a></b><br>Let your life be a song of praise to God, reflecting His goodness and faithfulness.<br><br>Worship should be a natural response to God's work in your life.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god_as_our_salvation.htm">God as Our Salvation</a></b><br>Salvation is not just a past event but a present reality and future hope in Christ.<br><br>Trust in God's deliverance in every aspect of life, both spiritual and physical.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_remembrance.htm">The Importance of Remembrance</a></b><br>Regularly recall and celebrate God's past deliverances to strengthen your faith.<br><br>Use personal and communal worship as a means to remember and proclaim God's salvation.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_118.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 118</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/can_humans_command_angels.htm">Can humans command angels?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_'i_shall_not_die'_deny_mortality.htm">(Psalm 118:17) Does the assertion 'I shall not die, but live' contradict mortality or promise an unrealistic divine protection?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_'wait_on_the_lord'_endure_silence.htm">(Psalm 27:14) In light of enduring suffering throughout history, how does 'waiting on the LORD' hold up against the apparent silence or absence of divine intervention?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_defines_a_lexicon.htm">How does Exodus 15:2 describe God's role for believers?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/118.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(14) <span class= "bld">Thou hast.</span>--Better, <span class= "ital">Thou didst thrust and thrust at me. </span>This sudden change of person and challenge of the foes themselves is very dramatic.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/118.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 14.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">The Lord is my strength and my song, and is become my salvation.</span> The deliverance was such that no words but those of the Song of Moses (<a href="/exodus/15-2.htm">Exodus 15:2</a>) could fitly celebrate it. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/118-14.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">The LORD</span><br /><span class="heb">יָ֑הּ</span> <span class="translit">(yāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3050.htm">Strong's 3050: </a> </span><span class="str2">LORD -- the name of the God of Israel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">is my strength</span><br /><span class="heb">עָזִּ֣י</span> <span class="translit">(‘āz·zî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5797.htm">Strong's 5797: </a> </span><span class="str2">Strength, might</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and my song,</span><br /><span class="heb">וְזִמְרָ֣ת</span> <span class="translit">(wə·zim·rāṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2176.htm">Strong's 2176: </a> </span><span class="str2">Instrumental music, praise</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and He has become</span><br /><span class="heb">וַֽיְהִי־</span> <span class="translit">(way·hî-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1961.htm">Strong's 1961: </a> </span><span class="str2">To fall out, come to pass, become, be</span><br /><br /><span class="word">my</span><br /><span class="heb">לִ֝֗י</span> <span class="translit">(lî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/.htm">Strong's Hebrew</a> </span><span class="str2"></span><br /><br /><span class="word">salvation.</span><br /><span class="heb">לִֽישׁוּעָֽה׃</span> <span class="translit">(lî·šū·‘āh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3444.htm">Strong's 3444: </a> </span><span class="str2">Something saved, deliverance, aid, victory, prosperity</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/118-14.htm">Psalm 118:14 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/118-14.htm">Psalm 118:14 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/118-14.htm">Psalm 118:14 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/118-14.htm">Psalm 118:14 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/118-14.htm">Psalm 118:14 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/118-14.htm">Psalm 118:14 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/118-14.htm">Psalm 118:14 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/118-14.htm">Psalm 118:14 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/118-14.htm">Psalm 118:14 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/118-14.htm">Psalm 118:14 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/118-14.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 118:14 Yah is my strength and song (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/118-13.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 118:13"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 118:13" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/118-15.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 118:15"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 118:15" /></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>