Psalms 142 (NASB)

7 verses · New American Standard Bible · Formal equivalence (most literal)

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Psalms Chapter 142 contains 7 verses and is presented here in the New American Standard Bible (NASB), which uses a formal equivalence (most 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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1Maskil of David, when he was in the cave. A Prayer. I cry aloud with my voice to the LORD; I make supplication with my voice to the LORD.

2I pour out my complaint before Him; I declare my trouble before Him.

3When my spirit was overwhelmed within me, You knew my path. In the way where I walk They have hidden a trap for me.

4Look to the right and see; For there is no one who regards me; There is no escape for me; No one cares for my soul.

5I cried out to You, O LORD; I said, 'You are my refuge, My portion in the land of the living.

6'Give heed to my cry, For I am brought very low; Deliver me from my persecutors, For they are too strong for me.

7'Bring my soul out of prison, So that I may give thanks to Your name; The righteous will surround me, For You will deal bountifully with me.'

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What is Psalms 142 in the NASB?

Psalms 142 in the New American Standard Bible (NASB) contains 7 verses. The NASB uses a formal equivalence (most literal) approach, first published in 1971 (rev. 2020).

How does the NASB translate Psalms 142 differently?

The New American Standard Bible uses formal equivalence (most literal), balancing accuracy with modern readability. Compare this with the NIV (dynamic equivalence) version of Psalms 142 for a different perspective.

How many verses are in Psalms 142 (NASB)?

Psalms Chapter 142 contains 7 verses in the New American Standard Bible. The book of Psalms has 150 chapters total.

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