Psalms 117 (NLT)

2 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 117 contains 2 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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Chapter 116Chapter 118

1Praise the LORD, all you nations.Praise him, all you people of the earth.

2For his unfailing love for us is powerful;the LORD’s faithfulness endures forever. Praise the LORD!

Chapter 116Read in NIVChapter 118

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What is Psalms 117 in the NLT?

Psalms 117 in the New Living Translation (NLT) contains 2 verses. The NLT uses a dynamic equivalence (thought-for-thought) approach, first published in 1996 (rev. 2015).

How does the NLT translate Psalms 117 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 117 for a different perspective.

How many verses are in Psalms 117 (NLT)?

Psalms Chapter 117 contains 2 verses in the New Living Translation. The book of Psalms has 150 chapters total.

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