Psalms 16 (NLT)

11 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 16 contains 11 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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1Keep me safe, O God,for I have come to you for refuge.

2I said to the LORD, “You are my Master!Every good thing I have comes from you.”

3The godly people in the landare my true heroes!I take pleasure in them!

4Troubles multiply for those who chase after other gods.I will not take part in their sacrifices of bloodor even speak the names of their gods.

5LORD, you alone are my inheritance, my cup of blessing.You guard all that is mine.

6The land you have given me is a pleasant land.What a wonderful inheritance!

7I will bless the LORD who guides me;even at night my heart instructs me.

8I know the LORD is always with me.I will not be shaken, for he is right beside me.

9No wonder my heart is glad, and I rejoice.My body rests in safety.

10For you will not leave my soul among the deador allow your holy one to rot in the grave.

11You will show me the way of life,granting me the joy of your presenceand the pleasures of living with you forever.

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About This Translation

What is Psalms 16 in the NLT?

Psalms 16 in the New Living Translation (NLT) contains 11 verses. The NLT uses a dynamic equivalence (thought-for-thought) approach, first published in 1996 (rev. 2015).

How does the NLT translate Psalms 16 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 16 for a different perspective.

How many verses are in Psalms 16 (NLT)?

Psalms Chapter 16 contains 11 verses in the New Living Translation. The book of Psalms has 150 chapters total.

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