Psalms 3:7

Psalms 3:8 net — The LORD delivers; you show favor to your people.(Selah)

NET Bible

"The LORD delivers; you show favor to your people.(Selah)"

— Psalms 3:8, NET Bible

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KJV
“Salvation belongeth unto the Lord: thy blessing is upon thy people. Selah. ”
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ASV
“Salvation belongeth unto Jehovah: Thy blessing be upon thy people. [Selah ”
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WEB
“Salvation belongs to Yahweh. Your blessing be on your people. Selah. For the Chief Musician; on stringed instruments. A Psalm by David.”
World English Bible · Read this chapter in WEB
DRB
“For thou hast struck all them who are my adversaries without cause: thou hast broken the teeth of sinners.”
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BBE
“Salvation comes from the Lord; your blessing is on your people. (Selah.)”
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KJVA
“Salvation belongeth unto the Lord: thy blessing is upon thy people. Selah. ”
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Psalms 3 — Context

I rested and slept; I awoke, for the LORD protects me.

I am not afraid of the multitude of people who attack me from all directions.

Rise up, LORD! Deliver me, my God! Yes, you will strike all my enemies on the jaw; you will break the teeth of the wicked.

The LORD delivers; you show favor to your people.(Selah)

Psalms 3:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 3:8 say?

Psalms 3:8 in the NET Bible reads: “The LORD delivers; you show favor to your people.(Selah)”

Where is Psalms 3:8 in the Bible?

Psalms 3:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 3, verse 8.

Who wrote Psalms?

Psalms is traditionally attributed to Multiple authors (David, Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, others). Approximately 73 psalms are attributed to David; others to Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, Heman, and Ethan; the remainder are anonymous. It was written c. 1410–430 BC.

What is the book of Psalms about?

The Psalms are the prayer book and hymnal of God's people, gathering a thousand years of inspired song — praise, lament, thanksgiving, confession, and royal and messianic worship. Every emotion of the believing heart finds a voice here, and every voice finds its center in Christ.

What are the major themes of Psalms?

Psalms explores themes including Praise, Lament, Trust, Messiah, Refuge, Kingship. These themes shape the meaning and context of Psalms 3:8.

What translation should I read Psalms 3:8 in?

Psalms 3:8 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.

How can I memorize Psalms 3:8?

Psalms 3:8 reads (NET): “The LORD delivers; you show favor to your people.(Selah)” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.

Psalms 3:8 net — The LORD delivers; you show favor to your people.(Selah)

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