Psalms 49:8
What does Psalms 49:8 mean?
A plain-English look at Psalms 49:8 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.
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),
BBE
Bible in Basic English · 1949(Because it takes a great price to keep his soul from death, and man is not able to give it.)
YLT
Young's Literal Translation · 1862And precious <FI>is<Fi> the redemption of their soul, And it hath ceased--to the age.
DRA
Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752I will not reprove thee for thy sacrifices: and thy burnt offerings are always in my sight.
DBY
Darby Bible · 1890(For the redemption of their soul is costly, and must be given up for ever,)
Context
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.
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