All chapters

Psalms 3

Gen Z Version

Modern paraphrase

1Yo, Lord, why are all these haters coming at me? So many peeps are rising up against me, fr.

2A lot of folks are saying there’s no help for me in God. Selah.

3But you, Lord, are my shield; you’re my glory and the one lifting my head up.

4I called out to the Lord loud and clear, and He heard me from His holy spot. Selah.

5I crashed and took a nap; I woke up ‘cause the Lord’s got my back.

6I ain’t scared of a whole squad coming at me; I’m chillin’ no cap.

7Rise up, Lord; save me, my God: you’ve knocked out all my enemies, breaking their vibes.

8Salvation’s all about the Lord: your blessings are on your people. Selah.

King James Version

Traditional translation

1Lord, how are they increased that trouble me! many are they that rise up against me.

2Many there be which say of my soul, There is no help for him in God. Selah.

3But thou, O Lord, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of mine head.

4I cried unto the Lord with my voice, and he heard me out of his holy hill. Selah.

5I laid me down and slept; I awaked; for the Lord sustained me.

6I will not be afraid of ten thousands of people, that have set themselves against me round about.

7Arise, O Lord; save me, O my God: for thou hast smitten all mine enemies upon the cheek bone; thou hast broken the teeth of the ungodly.

8Salvation belongeth unto the Lord: thy blessing is upon thy people. Selah.

Bible with candle

Read the Gen Z Bible anywhere

Get Bible Mode - The best app for staying close to God.

Download on the App Store