Psalms 51:12
“Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation; and uphold me with thy free spirit.”
Psalms 51:12 in 8 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation; and uphold me with thy free spirit.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation, and strengthen me with a perfect spirit.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation; And uphold me with a willing spirit.
- DARBYDarby
- Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation, and let a willing spirit sustain me.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- Restore to me the joy of your salvation. Uphold me with a willing spirit.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- Restore to me the joy of Thy salvation, And a willing spirit doth sustain me.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Restore to me the joy of your salvation and uphold me with your generous Spirit.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Restore to me the joy of your salvation and uphold me with your generous Spirit.
Context: Psalms 51
10Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.
11Cast me not away from thy presence; and take not thy holy spirit from me.
12Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation; and uphold me with thy free spirit.
13Then will I teach transgressors thy ways; and sinners shall be converted unto thee.
14Deliver me from bloodguiltiness, O God, thou God of my salvation: and my tongue shall sing aloud of thy righteousness.
About Psalms 51: A Prayer for Forgiveness
Psalm 51 is a prayer of repentance and a plea for God's mercy after King David's affair with Bathsheba and his murder of her husband, Uriah. David acknowledges his sinfulness and seeks God's forgiveness, asking to be cleansed and renewed. He acknowledges that only God has the power to purify him and create a clean heart within him.
Commentary
This psalm is a powerful reminder of the importance of acknowledging our sins and seeking forgiveness. It shows us that even the greatest leaders and religious figures are not immune to sin, but that we have the ability to turn to God and ask for forgiveness. The psalm also highlights the transformative power of asking for forgiveness, as David acknowledges that God can create a new heart within him. Overall, Psalm 51 teaches us about the nature of sin and the importance of turning to God for redemption.