King James Version
psalm 85:8 in the King James Version says “I will hear what God the LORD will speak: for he will speak peace unto his people, and to his saints: but let them not t...” — study this verse from psalm chapter 85 with commentary, cross-references, and original Greek word analysis.
“I will hear what God the LORD will speak: for he will speak peace unto his people, and to his saints: but let them not turn again to folly.”
psalm 85:8 · King James Version
Wilt thou not revive us again: that thy people may rejoice in thee?
Shew us thy mercy, O LORD, and grant us thy salvation.
I will hear what God the LORD will speak: for he will speak peace unto his people, and to his saints: but let them not turn again to folly.
Surely his salvation is nigh them that fear him; that glory may dwell in our land.
Mercy and truth are met together; righteousness and peace have kissed each other.
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