Psalms 3 (NLT)

8 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 3 contains 8 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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1O LORD, I have so many enemies;so many are against me.

2So many are saying,“God will never rescue him!” Interlude

3But you, O LORD, are a shield around me;you are my glory, the one who holds my head high.

4I cried out to the LORD,and he answered me from his holy mountain. Interlude

5I lay down and slept,yet I woke up in safety,for the LORD was watching over me.

6I am not afraid of ten thousand enemieswho surround me on every side.

7Arise, O LORD!Rescue me, my God!Slap all my enemies in the face!Shatter the teeth of the wicked!

8Victory comes from you, O LORD.May you bless your people. Interlude

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About This Translation

What is Psalms 3 in the NLT?

Psalms 3 in the New Living Translation (NLT) contains 8 verses. The NLT uses a dynamic equivalence (thought-for-thought) approach, first published in 1996 (rev. 2015).

How does the NLT translate Psalms 3 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 3 for a different perspective.

How many verses are in Psalms 3 (NLT)?

Psalms Chapter 3 contains 8 verses in the New Living Translation. The book of Psalms has 150 chapters total.

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