NIV
New International Version · 1978 (rev. 2011)
Therefore, you kings, be wise; be warned, you rulers of the earth.
12 words · Balance of accuracy and readability
Psalms 2:10 — Compare Translations
Read this verse in 6 Bible translations — from word-for-word to thought-for-thought.
Dynamic equivalence
KJV
King James Version · 1611
Be wise now therefore, O ye kings: be instructed, ye judges of the earth.
14 words · Formal / word-for-word
ESV
English Standard Version · 2001 (rev. 2016)
Now therefore, O kings, be wise; be warned, O rulers of the earth.
13 words · Essentially literal
NLT
New Living Translation · 1996 (rev. 2015)
Now then, you kings, act wisely!Be warned, you rulers of the earth!
12 words · Thought-for-thought clarity
MSG
The Message · 2002
So, rebel-kings, use your heads; Upstart-judges, learn your lesson:
9 words · Contemporary paraphrase
NASB
New American Standard Bible · 1971 (rev. 2020)
Now therefore, O kings, show discernment; Take warning, O judges of the earth.
13 words · Most literal English translation
Translation Length Comparison
NIV
12 words
KJV
14 words
ESV
13 words
NLT
12 words
MSG
9 words
NASB
13 words
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Bible translations are there for Psalms 2:10?
Bible Verse Randomizer offers Psalms 2:10 in 6 translations: New International Version, King James Version, English Standard Version, New Living Translation, The Message, New American Standard Bible. Each uses a different translation philosophy — from word-for-word (KJV, ESV, NASB) to thought-for-thought (NIV, NLT) to paraphrase (MSG).
Which translation of Psalms 2:10 is best?
No single translation is "best" — it depends on your purpose. For deep study, use the ESV or NASB (word-for-word). For devotional reading, the NIV balances accuracy and readability. The NLT and MSG are excellent for understanding the general meaning in modern English. Comparing multiple translations helps grasp the full richness of the text.
What is the difference between literal and dynamic Bible translations?
Literal (formal equivalence) translations like KJV, ESV, and NASB translate word-for-word from the original Hebrew/Greek. Dynamic equivalence translations like NIV and NLT translate thought-for-thought for clarity. The MSG is a paraphrase that captures the spirit in contemporary language. Each approach has strengths — that's why comparing translations is valuable.