Psalms 11 (ESV)

7 verses · English Standard Version · Essentially literal

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Psalms Chapter 11 contains 7 verses and is presented here in the English Standard Version (ESV), which uses a essentially literal approach. Read the full text below, compare with other translations, or navigate to any of the 150 chapters in Psalms.

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1In the LORD I take refuge; how can you say to my soul, “Flee like a bird to your mountain,

2for behold, the wicked bend the bow; they have fitted their arrow to the string to shoot in the dark at the upright in heart;

3if the foundations are destroyed, what can the righteous do?”

4The LORD is in his holy temple; the LORD's throne is in heaven; his eyes see, his eyelids test the children of man.

5The LORD tests the righteous, but his soul hates the wicked and the one who loves violence.

6Let him rain coals on the wicked; fire and sulfur and a scorching wind shall be the portion of their cup.

7For the LORD is righteous; he loves righteous deeds; the upright shall behold his face.

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What is Psalms 11 in the ESV?

Psalms 11 in the English Standard Version (ESV) contains 7 verses. The ESV uses a essentially literal approach, first published in 2001 (rev. 2016).

How does the ESV translate Psalms 11 differently?

The English Standard Version uses essentially literal, balancing accuracy with modern readability. Compare this with the NIV (dynamic equivalence) version of Psalms 11 for a different perspective.

How many verses are in Psalms 11 (ESV)?

Psalms Chapter 11 contains 7 verses in the English Standard Version. The book of Psalms has 150 chapters total.

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