Psalms 16:4

Their sorrows shall be multiplied that hasten after another god: their drink offerings of blood will I not offer, nor take up their names into my lips.

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Other Translations for Psalms 16:4

BSB
Sorrows will multiply to those who chase other gods. I will not pour out their libations of blood, or speak their names with my lips.
AKJV
Their sorrows shall be multiplied that hasten after another god: their drink offerings of blood will I not offer, nor take up their names into my lips.
CPDV
Their infirmities have been multiplied; after this, they acted more quickly. I will not gather for their convocations of blood, nor will I remember their names with my lips.
ERV
Their sorrows shall be multiplied that exchange the LORD for another god: their drink offerings of blood will I not offer, nor take their names upon my lips.
NHEB
Their sorrows will multiply who pay a dowry for another (god). Their drink offerings of blood I will not offer, nor take their names on my lips.
SMT
Their labors shall be multiplied after they hastened: I will not gather their libations of blood, and I will not lift up their names upon my lips.

Commentary for Psalms 16:4

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Overview of Psalms 16:4
Summary
Rejecting alternative deities multiplies suffering and idolatrous practices
Event
Refusal of idolatry
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Wisdom