NIV
New International Version · 1978 (rev. 2011)
The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble.
14 words · Balance of accuracy and readability
Psalms 9:9 — Compare Translations
Read this verse in 6 Bible translations — from word-for-word to thought-for-thought.
Dynamic equivalence
KJV
King James Version · 1611
The LORD also will be a refuge for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble. <sup>a refuge: Heb. an high place</sup>
22 words · Formal / word-for-word
ESV
English Standard Version · 2001 (rev. 2016)
The LORD is a stronghold for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble.
14 words · Essentially literal
NLT
New Living Translation · 1996 (rev. 2015)
The LORD is a shelter for the oppressed,a refuge in times of trouble.
13 words · Thought-for-thought clarity
MSG
The Message · 2002
God's a safe-house for the battered, a sanctuary during bad times.
11 words · Contemporary paraphrase
NASB
New American Standard Bible · 1971 (rev. 2020)
The LORD also will be a stronghold for the oppressed, A stronghold in times of trouble;
16 words · Most literal English translation
Translation Length Comparison
NIV
14 words
KJV
22 words
ESV
14 words
NLT
13 words
MSG
11 words
NASB
16 words
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Bible translations are there for Psalms 9:9?
Bible Verse Randomizer offers Psalms 9:9 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 9:9 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.