Devine Scripture

Psalms 49:8

Psalms chapter 49 · verse 8 in three public-domain English translations with cross-references

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

(For the redemption of their life is costly, And it faileth for ever),

KJV

King James Version · 1611

(For the redemption of their soul is precious, and it ceaseth for ever:)

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

(For the redemption of their life is costly, And it faileth for ever),

Context

v.7None of them can by any means redeem his brother, Nor give to God a ransom for him

v.8This passage

v.9That he should still live alway, That he should not see corruption.

Cross references

Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

  • Matthew 16:26

    For what shall a man be profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and forfeit his life? or what shall a man give in exchange for his life?

  • Job 36:18

    For let not wrath stir thee up against chastisements; Neither let the greatness of the ransom turn thee aside.