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you, God, are my fortress, my God on whom I can rely.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/59.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />O my Strength, to you I sing praises, for you, O God, are my refuge, the God who shows me unfailing love.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/59.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />O my Strength, I will sing praises to you, for you, O God, are my fortress, the God who shows me steadfast love.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/59.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />To You, O my strength, I sing praises, for You, O God, are my fortress, my God of loving devotion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/59.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Unto thee, O my strength, will I sing: for God <i>is</i> my defence, <i>and</i> the God of my mercy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/59.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />To You, O my Strength, I will sing praises; For God <i>is</i> my defense, My God of mercy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/59.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />My strength, I will sing praises to You; For God is my refuge, the God who shows me favor.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/59.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />O my strength, I will sing praises to You; For God is my stronghold, the God who shows me lovingkindness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/59.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />O my strength, I will sing praises to Thee; For God is my stronghold, the God who shows me lovingkindness. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/59.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />O my strength, I will sing praises to You; For God is my stronghold, the God who shows me lovingkindness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/59.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />To You, O [God] my strength, I will sing praises; For God is my stronghold [my refuge, my protector, my high tower], the God who shows me [steadfast] lovingkindness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/59.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />To you, my strength, I sing praises, because God is my stronghold — my faithful God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/59.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />To You, my strength, I sing praises, because God is my stronghold— my faithful God. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/59.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Unto thee, O my strength, will I sing praises: For God is my high tower, the God of my mercy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/59.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />I will sing your praises! You are my mighty fortress, and you love me. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/59.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Unto thee, O my strength, will I sing praises: for God is my high tower, the God of my mercy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/59.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />O my strength, I will make music to praise you! God is my stronghold, my merciful God!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/59.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />I will praise you, my defender. My refuge is God, the God who loves me. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/59.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />My Strength, I will sing praises to you, for you, God of Gracious Love, are my fortress.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/59.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />To You, O my strength, I sing praises, for You, O God, are my fortress, my God of loving devotion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/59.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />You are my source of strength! I will sing praises to you! For God is my refuge, the God who loves me. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/59.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />To you, my strength, I will sing praises. For God is my high tower, the God of my mercy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/59.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />To thee, O my strength, will I sing: for God is my defense, and the God of my mercy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/59.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />To you, my strength, I will sing praises. For God is my high tower, the God of my mercy. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/59.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />O my Strength, I sing praise to You, "" For God [is] my tower, the God of my kindness!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/59.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> O my Strength, unto Thee I sing praise, For God is my tower, the God of my kindness!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/59.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />My help, to thee I will play on the harp, for God my height, the God of my mercy.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/59.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Unto thee, O my helper, will I sing, for thou art God my defence: my God my mercy. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/59.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 58:18>To you, my helper, I will sing psalms. For you are God, my supporter. My God is my mercy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/59.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />My strength, your praise I will sing; you, God, are my fortress, my loving God. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/59.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />O my strength, I will sing praises to you, for you, O God, are my fortress, the God who shows me steadfast love.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/59.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Unto thee, O God, will I sing; for thou art God of my refuge and the God of my mercy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/59.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Oh God, I shall sing to you, because you are the God of the house of my refuge, and the God of my grace! <div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/59.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />O my strength, unto Thee will I sing praises; For God is my high tower, the God of my mercy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/59.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br /><i>Thou art</i> my helper; to thee, my God, will I sing; thou art my supporter, O my God, <i>and</i> my mercy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/59-17.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=7046" 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/59.htm">Deliver Me From My Enemies</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">16</span>But I will sing of Your strength and proclaim Your loving devotion in the morning. For You are my fortress, my refuge in times of trouble. <span class="reftext">17</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/413.htm" title="413: ’ê·le·ḵā (Prep:: 2ms) -- To, into, towards. ">To You,</a> <a href="/hebrew/5797.htm" title="5797: ‘uz·zî (N-msc:: 1cs) -- Strength, might. Or rowz; from azaz; strength in various applications.">O my strength,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2167.htm" title="2167: ’ă·zam·mê·rāh (V-Piel-Imperf.Cohort-1cs) -- To make music (in praise of God). ">I sing praises,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî- (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">for</a> <a href="/hebrew/430.htm" title="430: ’ĕ·lō·hîm (N-mp) -- Plural of 'elowahh; gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used of the supreme God">You, O God,</a> <a href="/hebrew/4869.htm" title="4869: miś·gab·bî (N-msc:: 1cs) -- A secure height, retreat, stronghold. From sagab; properly, a cliff; abstractly, altitude; figuratively, a refuge.">are my fortress,</a> <a href="/hebrew/430.htm" title="430: ’ĕ·lō·hê (N-mpc) -- Plural of 'elowahh; gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used of the supreme God">my God</a> <a href="/hebrew/2617.htm" title="2617: ḥas·dî (N-msc:: 1cs) -- Kindness, piety, reproof, beauty. From chacad; kindness; by implication piety: rarely reproof, or Beauty.">of loving devotion.</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/18-2.htm">Psalm 18:2</a></span><br />The LORD is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer. My God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/62-7.htm">Psalm 62:7</a></span><br />My salvation and my honor rest on God, my strong rock; my refuge is in God.<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/144-2.htm">Psalm 144:2</a></span><br />He is my steadfast love and my fortress, my stronghold and my deliverer. He is my shield, in whom I take refuge, who subdues peoples under me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/46-1.htm">Psalm 46:1</a></span><br />For the choirmaster. Of the sons of Korah. According to Alamoth. A song. God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/91-2.htm">Psalm 91:2</a></span><br />I will say to the LORD, “You are my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/18-46.htm">Psalm 18:46</a></span><br />The LORD lives, and blessed be my Rock! And may the God of my salvation be exalted—<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/94-22.htm">Psalm 94:22</a></span><br />But the LORD has been my stronghold, and my God is my rock of refuge.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/61-3.htm">Psalm 61:3</a></span><br />For You have been my refuge, a tower of strength against the enemy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/71-3.htm">Psalm 71:3</a></span><br />Be my rock of refuge, where I can always go. Give the command to save me, for You are my rock and my fortress.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/89-26.htm">Psalm 89:26</a></span><br />He will call to Me, ‘You are my Father, my God, the Rock of my salvation.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/22-3.htm">2 Samuel 22:3</a></span><br />My God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation. My stronghold, my refuge, and my Savior, You save me from violence.<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/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="/jeremiah/16-19.htm">Jeremiah 16:19</a></span><br />O LORD, my strength and my fortress, my refuge in the day of distress, the nations will come to You from the ends of the earth, and they will say, “Our fathers inherited nothing but lies, worthless idols of no benefit at all.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">To you, O my strength, will I sing: for God is my defense, and the God of my mercy.</p><p class="hdg">O my</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/18-1.htm">Psalm 18:1</a></b></br> To the chief Musician, <i>A Psalm</i> of David, the servant of the LORD, who spake unto the LORD the words of this song in the day <i>that</i> the LORD delivered him from the hand of all his enemies, and from the hand of Saul: And he said, I will love thee, O LORD, my strength.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/46-1.htm">Psalm 46:1</a></b></br> To the chief Musician for the sons of Korah, A Song upon Alamoth. 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The act of singing praises is a form of worship and gratitude, reflecting the psalmist's reliance on God. In biblical times, music and singing were integral to worship, as seen in the temple practices. This phrase also connects to other scriptures like <a href="/psalms/18.htm">Psalm 18:1</a>, where David declares his love for the Lord, his strength. It highlights the personal relationship between the psalmist and God, emphasizing trust and dependence on divine power.<p><b>for You, O God, are my fortress</b><br>The imagery of God as a fortress conveys protection and safety. In ancient times, a fortress was a stronghold against enemies, providing security and refuge. This metaphor illustrates God's role as a defender against adversaries, both physical and spiritual. The historical context of David's life, often pursued by enemies, makes this imagery particularly poignant. Similar language is found in <a href="/psalms/18-2.htm">Psalm 18:2</a>, reinforcing the idea of God as a reliable refuge. This concept is also prophetic, pointing to Christ as the ultimate protector and savior, offering spiritual security to believers.<p><b>my God of loving devotion</b><br>This phrase emphasizes God's steadfast love and faithfulness, key attributes of His character. The term "loving devotion" is often translated as "steadfast love" or "mercy" in other versions, reflecting the Hebrew word "chesed," which denotes covenantal loyalty and kindness. This aspect of God's nature is central to the covenant relationship with Israel and is fulfilled in the New Testament through Jesus Christ, who embodies God's love and faithfulness. The phrase underscores the personal and relational aspect of faith, where God's love is both a comfort and a foundation for trust.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/d/david.htm">David</a></b><br>The author of <a href="/bsb/psalms/59.htm">Psalm 59</a>, David wrote this psalm during a time of distress when Saul sent men to watch his house in order to kill him. David's reliance on God as his strength and fortress is a central theme.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/s/saul.htm">Saul</a></b><br>The first king of Israel, who became envious of David and sought to kill him. This psalm reflects David's trust in God amidst Saul's pursuit.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>Referred to as David's strength, fortress, and God of loving devotion. The psalm emphasizes God's protective and faithful nature.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/f/fortress.htm">Fortress</a></b><br>A metaphor for God's protection and strength. In ancient times, a fortress was a place of safety and defense against enemies.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/l/loving_devotion.htm">Loving Devotion (Hebrew: "chesed")</a></b><br>This term refers to God's steadfast love and mercy. It is a key attribute of God's character, highlighting His faithfulness and kindness.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god_as_our_strength.htm">God as Our Strength</a></b><br>Just as David relied on God as his strength, we too can find our strength in God during times of trouble. He empowers us to face challenges with confidence.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god_as_our_fortress.htm">God as Our Fortress</a></b><br>In a world full of uncertainties, God remains our unshakeable fortress. We can find refuge and safety in His presence.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/praising_god_in_all_circumstances.htm">Praising God in All Circumstances</a></b><br>David's commitment to sing praises to God, even in distress, teaches us the importance of worship and gratitude regardless of our circumstances.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/u/understanding_god's_loving_devotion.htm">Understanding God's Loving Devotion</a></b><br>Recognizing God's "chesed" helps us trust in His unwavering love and faithfulness. This understanding can deepen our relationship with Him.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/living_with_confidence_in_god's_protection.htm">Living with Confidence in God's Protection</a></b><br>Knowing that God is our fortress allows us to live with peace and assurance, even when facing adversities.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_59.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 59</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/main_themes_of_david's_psalms.htm">What are the main themes of the Psalms of David?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/evidence_for_psalm_18's_military_events.htm">Is there any archaeological or historical evidence supporting the dramatic military victories and deliverances described in Psalm 18?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_psalm_59_omit_1_sam_19_11_details.htm">Why does Psalm 59 align with David's perspective in 1 Samuel 19:11 but omit details that might resolve historical inconsistencies in the biblical account?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/literal_vs._metaphorical_in_2_samuel_22.htm">(2 Samuel 22) How can we tell which elements of this praise song are meant literally versus those intended as metaphorical or hyperbolic language?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/59.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 17.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Unto thee, O my Strength, will I sing: for God is my Defense;</span> or, <span class="accented">Strong Tower</span> (comp. ver. 9, which, if we read <span class="hebrew">עזּי</span> for <span class="hebrew">עזו</span>, is so far, excepting in the verb, identical). <span class="cmt_word">And the God of my mercy</span>; <span class="accented">i.e.</span> "the God who showeth mercy upon me" (comp. ver. 10). <p> <p> <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/59-17.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">To You,</span><br /><span class="heb">אֵלֶ֣יךָ</span> <span class="translit">(’ê·le·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_413.htm">Strong's 413: </a> </span><span class="str2">Near, with, among, to</span><br /><br /><span class="word">O my strength,</span><br /><span class="heb">עֻ֭זִּי</span> <span class="translit">(‘uz·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">I sing praises,</span><br /><span class="heb">אֲזַמֵּ֑רָה</span> <span class="translit">(’ă·zam·mê·rāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperfect Cohortative - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2167.htm">Strong's 2167: </a> </span><span class="str2">Play, to make music, celebrate in song and music</span><br /><br /><span class="word">for</span><br /><span class="heb">כִּֽי־</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">You, O God,</span><br /><span class="heb">אֱלֹהִ֥ים</span> <span class="translit">(’ĕ·lō·hîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_430.htm">Strong's 430: </a> </span><span class="str2">gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative</span><br /><br /><span class="word">are my fortress,</span><br /><span class="heb">מִ֝שְׂגַּבִּ֗י</span> <span class="translit">(miś·gab·bî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4869.htm">Strong's 4869: </a> </span><span class="str2">A secure height, retreat, stronghold</span><br /><br /><span class="word">my God</span><br /><span class="heb">אֱלֹהֵ֥י</span> <span class="translit">(’ĕ·lō·hê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_430.htm">Strong's 430: </a> </span><span class="str2">gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of loving devotion.</span><br /><span class="heb">חַסְדִּֽי׃</span> <span class="translit">(ḥas·dî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2617.htm">Strong's 2617: </a> </span><span class="str2">Kindness, piety, reproof, beauty</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/59-17.htm">Psalm 59:17 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/59-17.htm">Psalm 59:17 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/59-17.htm">Psalm 59:17 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/59-17.htm">Psalm 59:17 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/59-17.htm">Psalm 59:17 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/59-17.htm">Psalm 59:17 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/59-17.htm">Psalm 59:17 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/59-17.htm">Psalm 59:17 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/59-17.htm">Psalm 59:17 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/59-17.htm">Psalm 59:17 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/59-17.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 59:17 To you my strength I will sing (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/59-16.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 59:16"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 59:16" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/60-1.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 60:1"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 60:1" /></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>