Psalms 68:13 web — while you sleep among the campfires, the wings of a dove sheathed with silver, her feathers with shining gold.

World English Bible

"while you sleep among the campfires, the wings of a dove sheathed with silver, her feathers with shining gold."

— Psalms 68:13, World English Bible

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Psalms 68 — Context

10

Your congregation lived therein. You, God, prepared your goodness for the poor.

11

The Lord announced the word. The ones who proclaim it are a great company.

12

"Kings of armies flee! They flee!" She who waits at home divides the spoil,

13

while you sleep among the campfires, the wings of a dove sheathed with silver, her feathers with shining gold.

14

When the Almighty scattered kings in her, it snowed on Zalmon.

15

The mountains of Bashan are majestic mountains. The mountains of Bashan are rugged.

16

Why do you look in envy, you rugged mountains, at the mountain where God chooses to reign? Yes, Yahweh will dwell there forever.

Psalms 68:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 68:13 say?
Psalms 68:13 in the World English Bible reads: “while you sleep among the campfires, the wings of a dove sheathed with silver, her feathers with shining gold.”
Where is Psalms 68:13 in the Bible?
Psalms 68:13 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 68, verse 13.
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 68:13.
What translation should I read Psalms 68:13 in?
Psalms 68:13 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 68:13?
Psalms 68:13 reads (WEB): “while you sleep among the campfires, the wings of a dove sheathed with silver, her feathers with shining gold.” 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.
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