Psalms 51:16

For thou desirest not sacrifice; else would I give it: thou delightest not in burnt offering.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Psalms 51:16

BSB

For You do not delight in sacrifice, or I would bring it; You take no pleasure in burnt offerings.

AKJV

For you desire not sacrifice; else would I give it: you delight not in burnt offering.

CPDV

For if you had desired sacrifice, I would certainly have given it, but with holocausts, you will not be delighted.

ERV

For thou delightest not in sacrifice; else would I give it: thou hast no pleasure in burnt offering.

NHEB

For you do not delight in sacrifice, or else I would give it. You have no pleasure in burnt offering.

SMT

For thou wilt not delight in sacrifice, and thou wilt not take pleasure in burnt-offering.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Psalms 51:16

ForthoudesirestH2654VerbnotsacrificeH2077Noun MasculineelsewouldIgiveH5414VerbitthoudelightestH7521VerbnotinburntofferingH5930Noun Feminine

Commentary for Psalms 51:16

Please note: this is not Scripture

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Psalms 51:16

Summary

Deity prefers inner commitment over rituals

Event

Expressing preference for internal devotion

Estimated Time Period

c. 1000 BC