Good News Translation GNT
New International Version NIV
1 The king is glad, O Lord, because you gave him strength; he rejoices because you made him victorious.
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The king rejoices in your strength, LORD. How great is his joy in the victories you give!
2 You have given him his heart's desire; you have answered his request.
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You have granted him his heart’s desire and have not withheld the request of his lips.
3 You came to him with great blessings and set a crown of gold on his head.
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You came to greet him with rich blessings and placed a crown of pure gold on his head.
4 He asked for life, and you gave it, a long and lasting life.
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He asked you for life, and you gave it to him— length of days, for ever and ever.
5 His glory is great because of your help; you have given him fame and majesty.
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Through the victories you gave, his glory is great; you have bestowed on him splendor and majesty.
6 Your blessings are with him forever, and your presence fills him with joy.
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Surely you have granted him unending blessings and made him glad with the joy of your presence.
Scripture taken from the Good News Translation - Second Edition, Copyright 1992 by American Bible Society. Used by Permission.
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