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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/psalms/147.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/147.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />the LORD delights in those who fear him, who put their hope in his unfailing love.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/147.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />No, the LORD’s delight is in those who fear him, those who put their hope in his unfailing love.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/147.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />but the LORD takes pleasure in those who fear him, in those who hope in his steadfast love.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/147.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is pleased with those who fear Him, who hope in His loving devotion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/147.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />The LORD taketh pleasure in them that fear him, in those that hope in his mercy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/147.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />The LORD takes pleasure in those who fear Him, In those who hope in His mercy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/147.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD favors those who fear Him, Those who wait for His faithfulness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/147.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />The LORD favors those who fear Him, Those who wait for His lovingkindness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/147.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />The LORD favors those who fear Him, Those who wait for His lovingkindness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/147.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Yahweh is pleased with those who fear Him, Those who wait for His lovingkindness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/147.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />The LORD favors those who fear <i>and</i> worship Him [with awe-inspired reverence and obedience], Those who wait for His mercy <i>and</i> lovingkindness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/147.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD values those who fear him, those who put their hope in his faithful love.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/147.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD values those who fear Him, those who put their hope in His faithful love. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/147.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Jehovah taketh pleasure in them that fear him, In those that hope in his lovingkindness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/147.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />The LORD is pleased only with those who worship him and trust his love. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/147.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />The LORD taketh pleasure in them that fear him, in those that hope in his mercy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/147.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />The LORD is pleased with those who fear him, with those who wait with hope for his mercy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/147.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />but he takes pleasure in those who honor him, in those who trust in his constant love. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/147.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />But the LORD is pleased with those who fear him, with those who depend on his gracious love.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/147.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is pleased with those who fear Him, who hope in His loving devotion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/147.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />The LORD takes delight in his faithful followers, and in those who wait for his loyal love. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/147.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The LORD takes pleasure in those who fear him, in those who hope in his loving kindness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/147.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />The LORD taketh pleasure in them that fear him, in those that hope in his mercy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/147.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Yahweh takes pleasure in those who fear him, in those who hope in his loving kindness. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/147.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />YHWH is pleased with those fearing Him, "" With those waiting for His kindness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/147.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Jehovah is pleased with those fearing Him, With those waiting for His kindness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/147.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Jehovah being delighted in those fearing him, in those hoping for his mercy.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/147.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />The Lord taketh pleasure in them that fear him: and in them that hope in his mercy. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/147.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 146:11>The Lord is well pleased with those who fear him and with those who hope in his mercy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/147.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Rather the LORD takes pleasure in those who fear him, those who put their hope in his mercy. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/147.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />but the LORD takes pleasure in those who fear him, in those who hope in his steadfast love.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/147.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />The LORD takes pleasure in those who revere him, in those who hope in his mercy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/147.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />But LORD JEHOVAH delights in his worshipers and those who expect his grace.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/147.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />The LORD taketh pleasure in them that fear Him, In those that wait for His mercy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/147.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />The Lord takes pleasure in them that fear him, and in all that hope in his mercy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/147-11.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=18178" 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/147.htm">It is Good to Sing Praises</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">10</span>He does not delight in the strength of the horse; He takes no pleasure in the legpower of the man. <span class="reftext">11</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">The LORD</a> <a href="/hebrew/853.htm" title="853: ’eṯ- (DirObjM) -- Apparent contracted from 'owth in the demonstrative sense of entity; properly, self."></a> <a href="/hebrew/7521.htm" title="7521: rō·w·ṣeh (V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- To be pleased with, accept favorably. A primitive root; to be pleased with; specifically, to satisfy a debt.">is pleased</a> <a href="/hebrew/3373.htm" title="3373: yə·rê·’āw (Adj-mpc:: 3ms) -- Fearing, reverent. From yare'; fearing; morally, reverent.">with those who fear Him,</a> <a href="/hebrew/853.htm" title="853: ’eṯ- (DirObjM) -- Apparent contracted from 'owth in the demonstrative sense of entity; properly, self."></a> <a href="/hebrew/3176.htm" title="3176: ham·ya·ḥă·lîm (Art:: V-Piel-Prtcpl-mp) -- To wait, await. A primitive root; to wait; by implication, to be patient, hope.">who hope</a> <a href="/hebrew/2617.htm" title="2617: lə·ḥas·dōw (Prep-l:: N-msc:: 3ms) -- Kindness, piety, reproof, beauty. From chacad; kindness; by implication piety: rarely reproof, or Beauty.">in His loving devotion.</a> </span><span class="reftext">12</span>Exalt the LORD, O Jerusalem; praise your God, O Zion!…<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/40-31.htm">Isaiah 40:31</a></span><br />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="/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="/isaiah/26-3.htm">Isaiah 26:3-4</a></span><br />You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You. / Trust in the LORD forever, because GOD the LORD is the Rock eternal.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/33-18.htm">Psalm 33:18-19</a></span><br />Surely the eyes of the LORD are on those who fear Him, on those whose hope is in His loving devotion / to deliver them from death and keep them alive in famine.<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_peter/5-7.htm">1 Peter 5:7</a></span><br />Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/17-7.htm">Jeremiah 17:7-8</a></span><br />But blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in Him. / He is like a tree planted by the waters that sends out its roots toward the stream. It does not fear when the heat comes, and its leaves are always green. It does not worry in a year of drought, nor does it cease to produce fruit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/11-6.htm">Hebrews 11:6</a></span><br />And without faith it is impossible to please God. For anyone who approaches Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/115-11.htm">Psalm 115:11</a></span><br />You who fear the LORD, trust in the LORD! He is their help and shield.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/4-6.htm">Philippians 4:6-7</a></span><br />Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. / And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.<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="/matthew/6-25.htm">Matthew 6:25-34</a></span><br />Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? / Look at the birds of the air: They do not sow or reap or gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? / Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life? ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/34-9.htm">Psalm 34:9-10</a></span><br />Fear the LORD, you His saints, for those who fear Him lack nothing. / Young lions go lacking and hungry, but those who seek the LORD lack no good thing.<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="/psalms/103-13.htm">Psalm 103:13</a></span><br />As a father has compassion on his children, so the LORD has compassion on those who fear Him.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">The LORD takes pleasure in them that fear him, in those that hope in his mercy.</p><p class="hdg">taketh</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/35-27.htm">Psalm 35:27</a></b></br> Let them shout for joy, and be glad, that favour my righteous cause: yea, let them say continually, Let the LORD be magnified, which hath pleasure in the prosperity of his servant.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/149-4.htm">Psalm 149:4</a></b></br> For the LORD taketh pleasure in his people: he will beautify the meek with salvation.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/11-20.htm">Proverbs 11:20</a></b></br> They that are of a froward heart <i>are</i> abomination to the LORD: but <i>such as are</i> upright in <i>their</i> way <i>are</i> his delight.</p><p class="hdg">fear</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/33-18.htm">Psalm 33:18,22</a></b></br> Behold, the eye of the LORD <i>is</i> upon them that fear him, upon them that hope in his mercy; … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_peter/1-13.htm">1 Peter 1:13,17</a></b></br> Wherefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and hope to the end for the grace that is to be brought unto you at the revelation of Jesus Christ; … </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/119-143.htm">Delights</a> <a href="/2_samuel/20-11.htm">Favors</a> <a href="/psalms/145-19.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/psalms/145-19.htm">Fearing</a> <a href="/psalms/146-5.htm">Hope</a> <a href="/psalms/145-8.htm">Kindness</a> <a href="/psalms/146-8.htm">Loving</a> <a href="/psalms/145-8.htm">Loving-Kindness</a> <a href="/psalms/145-8.htm">Mercy</a> <a href="/psalms/147-10.htm">Pleased</a> <a href="/psalms/147-10.htm">Pleasure</a> <a href="/psalms/145-8.htm">Steadfast</a> <a href="/psalms/143-12.htm">Unfailing</a> <a href="/psalms/145-15.htm">Wait</a> <a href="/psalms/145-15.htm">Waiting</a> <a href="/psalms/145-20.htm">Worshippers</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/3-12.htm">Delights</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/9-7.htm">Favors</a> <a href="/proverbs/1-7.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-13.htm">Fearing</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-5.htm">Hope</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-3.htm">Kindness</a> <a href="/proverbs/5-19.htm">Loving</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-3.htm">Loving-Kindness</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-3.htm">Mercy</a> <a href="/psalms/149-4.htm">Pleased</a> <a href="/psalms/149-4.htm">Pleasure</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-19.htm">Steadfast</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-22.htm">Unfailing</a> <a href="/proverbs/1-11.htm">Wait</a> <a href="/proverbs/1-18.htm">Waiting</a> <a href="/jeremiah/16-11.htm">Worshippers</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 147</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/147-1.htm">The prophet exhorts to praise God for his care of the church</a></span><br><span class="reftext">4. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/147-4.htm">His power and wisdom</a></span><br><span class="reftext">6. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/147-6.htm">His mercy</a></span><br><span class="reftext">7. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/147-7.htm">His providence</a></span><br><span class="reftext">12. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/147-12.htm">To praise him for his blessings upon the kingdom</a></span><br><span class="reftext">15. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/147-15.htm">For his power over the elements</a></span><br><span class="reftext">19. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/147-19.htm">And for his ordinances in the church</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'; 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In biblical context, "fear" often denotes a deep respect and acknowledgment of God's power and authority. <a href="/proverbs/9-10.htm">Proverbs 9:10</a> states, "The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom," highlighting that true understanding starts with recognizing God's majesty. Historically, the Israelites were taught to fear God as part of their covenant relationship, which included obedience to His commandments. This fear is not about terror but about a profound respect that leads to worship and obedience. The concept is echoed in the New Testament, where believers are encouraged to work out their salvation with fear and trembling (<a href="/philippians/2-12.htm">Philippians 2:12</a>), indicating a life lived in reverence to God.<p><b>who hope in His loving devotion</b><br>This phrase underscores the trust and expectation believers place in God's steadfast love. The term "loving devotion" is often translated from the Hebrew word "chesed," which conveys God's covenantal faithfulness and mercy. Throughout the Old Testament, God's loving devotion is a recurring theme, as seen in <a href="/lamentations/3-22.htm">Lamentations 3:22-23</a>, where His mercies are described as new every morning. This hope is not wishful thinking but a confident expectation based on God's unchanging character. In the New Testament, this hope is fulfilled in Jesus Christ, who embodies God's love and faithfulness (<a href="/john/3-16.htm">John 3:16</a>). The hope in God's loving devotion assures believers of His continual presence and care, as seen in <a href="/romans/5-5.htm">Romans 5:5</a>, where the love of God is poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit.<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 existence and faithfulness to His promises.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/those_who_fear_him.htm">Those who fear Him</a></b><br>Refers to individuals who have a reverent awe and respect for God, acknowledging His power and authority.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/h/hope_in_his_loving_devotion.htm">Hope in His loving devotion</a></b><br>This phrase highlights the trust and expectation believers place in God's steadfast love and faithfulness.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/r/reverence_and_relationship.htm">Reverence and Relationship</a></b><br>The fear of the LORD is not about being afraid but about having a deep respect and awe for God. This reverence is foundational to a healthy relationship with Him.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/hope_anchored_in_love.htm">Hope Anchored in Love</a></b><br>Our hope should be rooted in God's loving devotion, which is unwavering and eternal. This hope provides stability and assurance in our lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/pleasing_god.htm">Pleasing God</a></b><br>To please God, we must cultivate a heart that fears Him and hopes in His love. This involves daily trust and obedience to His Word.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faith_and_expectation.htm">Faith and Expectation</a></b><br>Living in a way that pleases God requires faith and an expectation that He will fulfill His promises. This faith is demonstrated through our actions and attitudes.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/practical_devotion.htm">Practical Devotion</a></b><br>Our daily lives should reflect our fear of the LORD and hope in His love through prayer, worship, and service to others.<a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/147.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 11.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">The Lord taketh pleasure in them that fear him</span> (comp. <a href="/psalms/149-4.htm">Psalm 149:4</a>). The "fear" intended is, of course, that which includes trust and love (see the next clause). <span class="cmt_word">In those that hope in his mercy</span>; or, "that wait for his loving-kindness." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/147-11.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">יְ֭הוָה</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3068.htm">Strong's 3068: </a> </span><span class="str2">LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">is pleased</span><br /><span class="heb">רוֹצֶ֣ה</span> <span class="translit">(rō·w·ṣeh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7521.htm">Strong's 7521: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be pleased with, to satisfy a, debt</span><br /><br /><span class="word">with those who fear Him,</span><br /><span class="heb">יְרֵאָ֑יו</span> <span class="translit">(yə·rê·’āw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3373.htm">Strong's 3373: </a> </span><span class="str2">Fearing, reverent</span><br /><br /><span class="word">who hope</span><br /><span class="heb">הַֽמְיַחֲלִ֥ים</span> <span class="translit">(ham·ya·ḥă·lîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Verb - Piel - Participle - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3176.htm">Strong's 3176: </a> </span><span class="str2">To wait, to be patient, hope</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in His loving devotion.</span><br /><span class="heb">לְחַסְדּֽוֹ׃</span> <span class="translit">(lə·ḥas·dōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine 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/147-11.htm">Psalm 147:11 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/147-11.htm">Psalm 147:11 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/147-11.htm">Psalm 147:11 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/147-11.htm">Psalm 147:11 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/147-11.htm">Psalm 147:11 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/147-11.htm">Psalm 147:11 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/147-11.htm">Psalm 147:11 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/147-11.htm">Psalm 147:11 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/147-11.htm">Psalm 147:11 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/147-11.htm">Psalm 147:11 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/147-11.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 147:11 Yahweh takes pleasure in those who fear (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/147-10.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 147:10"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 147:10" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/147-12.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 147:12"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 147:12" /></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>