Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

For his anger endureth but a moment; in his favour is life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.

American Standard Version (ASV)

For his anger is but for a moment; His favor is for a life-time: Weeping may tarry for the night, But joy `cometh' in the morning.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

For his wrath is only for a minute; in his grace there is life; weeping may be for a night, but joy comes in the morning.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

For a moment [is passed] in his anger, a life in his favour; at even weeping cometh for the night, and at morn there is rejoicing.

Webster's Bible (WBT)

Sing to the LORD, O ye saints of his, and give thanks at the remembrance of his holiness.

World English Bible (WEB)

For his anger is but for a moment; His favor is for a lifetime. Weeping may stay for the night, But joy comes in the morning.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

For -- a moment `is' in His anger, Life `is' in His good-will, At even remaineth weeping, and at morn singing.