Psalms 13 (KJV)

6 verses · King James Version · Formal equivalence (word-for-word)

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Psalms Chapter 13 contains 6 verses and is presented here in the King James Version (KJV), which uses a formal equivalence (word-for-word) approach. Read the full text below, compare with other translations, or navigate to any of the 150 chapters in Psalms.

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1To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. How long wilt thou forget me, O LORD? for ever? how long wilt thou hide thy face from me? <sup>chief: or, overseer</sup>

2How long shall I take counsel in my soul, having sorrow in my heart daily? how long shall mine enemy be exalted over me?

3Consider and hear me, O LORD my God: lighten mine eyes, lest I sleep the sleep of death;

4Lest mine enemy say, I have prevailed against him; and those that trouble me rejoice when I am moved.

5But I have trusted in thy mercy; my heart shall rejoice in thy salvation.

6I will sing unto the LORD, because he hath dealt bountifully with me.

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What is Psalms 13 in the KJV?

Psalms 13 in the King James Version (KJV) contains 6 verses. The KJV uses a formal equivalence (word-for-word) approach, first published in 1611.

How does the KJV translate Psalms 13 differently?

The King James Version uses formal equivalence (word-for-word), preserving the classic English of 1611. Compare this with the NIV (dynamic equivalence) version of Psalms 13 for a different perspective.

How many verses are in Psalms 13 (KJV)?

Psalms Chapter 13 contains 6 verses in the King James Version. The book of Psalms has 150 chapters total.

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