NIV
New International Version · 1978 (rev. 2011)
Turn, O Lord, and deliver me; save me because of your unfailing love.
13 words · Balance of accuracy and readability
Psalms 6:4 — Compare Translations
Read this verse in 6 Bible translations — from word-for-word to thought-for-thought.
Dynamic equivalence
KJV
King James Version · 1611
Return, O LORD, deliver my soul: oh save me for thy mercies' sake.
13 words · Formal / word-for-word
ESV
English Standard Version · 2001 (rev. 2016)
Turn, O LORD, deliver my life; save me for the sake of your steadfast love.
15 words · Essentially literal
NLT
New Living Translation · 1996 (rev. 2015)
Return, O LORD, and rescue me.Save me because of your unfailing love.
12 words · Thought-for-thought clarity
MSG
The Message · 2002
Break in, God, and break up this fight; if you love me at all, get me out of here.
19 words · Contemporary paraphrase
NASB
New American Standard Bible · 1971 (rev. 2020)
Return, O LORD, rescue my soul; Save me because of Your lovingkindness.
12 words · Most literal English translation
Translation Length Comparison
NIV
13 words
KJV
13 words
ESV
15 words
NLT
12 words
MSG
19 words
NASB
12 words
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Bible translations are there for Psalms 6:4?
Bible Verse Randomizer offers Psalms 6:4 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 6:4 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.