NIV
New International Version · 1978 (rev. 2011)
He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart.
23 words · Balance of accuracy and readability
Psalms 91:4 — Compare Translations
Read this verse in 6 Bible translations — from word-for-word to thought-for-thought.
Dynamic equivalence
KJV
King James Version · 1611
He shall cover thee with his feathers, and under his wings shalt thou trust: his truth shall be thy shield and buckler.
22 words · Formal / word-for-word
ESV
English Standard Version · 2001 (rev. 2016)
He will cover you with his pinions, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness is a shield and buckler.
22 words · Essentially literal
NLT
New Living Translation · 1996 (rev. 2015)
He will cover you with his feathers. He will shelter you with his wings. His faithful promises are your armor and protection.
22 words · Thought-for-thought clarity
MSG
The Message · 2002
His huge outstretched arms protect you— under them you're perfectly safe; his arms fend off all harm.
17 words · Contemporary paraphrase
NASB
New American Standard Bible · 1971 (rev. 2020)
He will cover you with His pinions, And under His wings you may seek refuge; His faithfulness is a shield and bulwark.
22 words · Most literal English translation
Translation Length Comparison
NIV
23 words
KJV
22 words
ESV
22 words
NLT
22 words
MSG
17 words
NASB
22 words
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Bible translations are there for Psalms 91:4?
Bible Verse Randomizer offers Psalms 91:4 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 91:4 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.
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