Psalm 11 BSB NET Parallel

◄ Psalm 11 ►

Berean Study Bible

NET Bible

1For the choirmaster. Of David. In the LORD I take refuge. How then can you say to me: “Flee like a bird to your mountain!

1For the music director; by David. In the LORD I have taken shelter. How can you say to me, "Flee to a mountain like a bird!

2For behold, the wicked bend their bows. They set their arrow on the string to shoot from the shadows at the upright in heart.

2For look, the wicked prepare their bows, they put their arrows on the strings, to shoot in the darkness at the morally upright.

3If the foundations are destroyed, what can the righteous do?”

3When the foundations are destroyed, what can the godly accomplish?"

4The LORD is in His holy temple; the LORD is on His heavenly throne. His eyes are watching closely; they examine the sons of men.

4The LORD is in his holy temple; the LORD's throne is in heaven. His eyes watch; his eyes examine all people.

5The LORD tests the righteous and the wicked; His soul hates the lover of violence.

5The LORD approves of the godly, but he hates the wicked and those who love to do violence.

6On the wicked He will rain down fiery coals and sulfur; a scorching wind will be their portion.

6May the LORD rain down burning coals and brimstone on the wicked! A whirlwind is what they deserve!

7For the LORD is righteous; He loves justice. The upright will see His face.

7Certainly the LORD is just; he rewards godly deeds; the upright will experience his favor.