Psalms 14 (KJV)

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

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Psalms Chapter 14 contains 7 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. The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that doeth good.

2The LORD looked down from heaven upon the children of men, to see if there were any that did understand, and seek God.

3They are all gone aside, they are all together become filthy: there is none that doeth good, no, not one. <sup>filthy: Heb. stinking</sup>

4Have all the workers of iniquity no knowledge? who eat up my people as they eat bread, and call not upon the LORD.

5There were they in great fear: for God is in the generation of the righteous. <sup>were: Heb. they feared a fear</sup>

6Ye have shamed the counsel of the poor, because the LORD is his refuge.

7Oh that the salvation of Israel were come out of Zion! when the LORD bringeth back the captivity of his people, Jacob shall rejoice, and Israel shall be glad. <sup>Oh: Heb. Who will give</sup>

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About This Translation

What is Psalms 14 in the KJV?

Psalms 14 in the King James Version (KJV) contains 7 verses. The KJV uses a formal equivalence (word-for-word) approach, first published in 1611.

How does the KJV translate Psalms 14 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 14 for a different perspective.

How many verses are in Psalms 14 (KJV)?

Psalms Chapter 14 contains 7 verses in the King James Version. The book of Psalms has 150 chapters total.

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