Psalms 111 (NLT)

10 verses · New Living Translation · Dynamic equivalence (thought-for-thought)

The NLT renders the original texts into clear, natural English, prioritizing meaning over word-for-word correspondence. It is excellent for devotional reading and for those new to the Bible, making ancient truths immediately understandable.

Psalms Chapter 111 contains 10 verses and is presented here in the New Living Translation (NLT), which uses a dynamic equivalence (thought-for-thought) approach. Read the full text below, compare with other translations, or navigate to any of the 150 chapters in Psalms.

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1Praise the LORD! I will thank the LORD with all my heartas I meet with his godly people.

2How amazing are the deeds of the LORD!All who delight in him should ponder them.

3Everything he does reveals his glory and majesty.His righteousness never fails.

4He causes us to remember his wonderful works.How gracious and merciful is our LORD!

5He gives food to those who fear him;he always remembers his covenant.

6He has shown his great power to his peopleby giving them the lands of other nations.

7All he does is just and good,and all his commandments are trustworthy.

8They are forever true,to be obeyed faithfully and with integrity.

9He has paid a full ransom for his people.He has guaranteed his covenant with them forever.What a holy, awe-inspiring name he has!

10Fear of the LORD is the foundation of true wisdom.All who obey his commandments will grow in wisdom. Praise him forever!

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About This Translation

What is Psalms 111 in the NLT?

Psalms 111 in the New Living Translation (NLT) contains 10 verses. The NLT uses a dynamic equivalence (thought-for-thought) approach, first published in 1996 (rev. 2015).

How does the NLT translate Psalms 111 differently?

The New Living Translation uses dynamic equivalence (thought-for-thought), balancing accuracy with modern readability. Compare this with the NIV (dynamic equivalence) version of Psalms 111 for a different perspective.

How many verses are in Psalms 111 (NLT)?

Psalms Chapter 111 contains 10 verses in the New Living Translation. The book of Psalms has 150 chapters total.

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