Psalm 32:9-10

Good News Translation

⁹Don't be stupid like a horse or a mule,
which must be controlled with a bit and bridle
to make it submit.”

¹⁰The wicked will have to suffer,
but those who trust in the Lord
are protected by his constant love.

Psalm 32:9-10

New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition

⁹Do not be like a horse or a mule, without understanding,
whose temper must be curbed with bit and bridle,
else it will not stay near you.^(A)

¹⁰Many are the torments of the wicked,
but steadfast love surrounds those who trust in the Lord.^(B)

⁹Don’t be like a horse or mule
that has no understanding,
that has to be curbed with bit and bridle,
or else it won’t come near you.

¹⁰Many are the torments of the wicked,
but grace surrounds those who trust in Adonai.

⁹“Don’t be ornery like a horse or mule
that needs bit and bridle
to stay on track.”

¹⁰God-defiers are always in trouble;
God-affirmers find themselves loved
every time they turn around.

Good News Translation (GNT)

New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition (NRSVUE)

Complete Jewish Bible (CJB)

The Message (MSG)