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Berean Standard Bible

“For You have been my refuge, a tower of strength against the enemy.”

Psalms 61:3

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Study note

David prays from the far edge of the land, faint of heart, and has just asked God to lead him to a rock higher than himself. He now gives the reason he can ask with confidence.

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Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

For You have been my refuge, a tower of strength against the enemy.

World English Bible (WEB)

For you have been a refuge for me, a strong tower from the enemy.

King James Version (KJV)

For thou hast been a shelter for me, and a strong tower from the enemy.

American Standard Version (ASV)

For thou hast been a refuge for me, A strong tower from the enemy.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

For you have been my secret place, and my high tower from those who made war on me.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

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Reina-Valera 1909 (RVR 1909)

Porque tú has sido mi refugio, y torre de fortaleza delante del enemigo.

Sagradas Escrituras 1569 (SE 1569)

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Nueva Biblia Viva (NBV)

Porque tú eres mi refugio, alta torre en donde mis enemigos jamás podrán tocarme.

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