Psalms 3 Comparison: Catholic Public Domain vs Douay-Rheims
Psalms 3
1A Psalm of David. When he fled from the face of his son, Absalom.
2Lord, why have those who trouble me been multiplied? Many rise up against me.
3Many say to my soul, “There is no salvation for him in his God.” Pause
4But you, Lord, are my supporter, my glory, and the one who raises up my head.
5I have cried out to the Lord with my voice, and he has heard me from his holy mountain. Pause
6I have slept, and I have been stupefied. But I awakened because the Lord has taken me up.
7I will not fear the thousands of people surrounding me. Rise up, Lord. Save me, my God.
8For you have struck all those who oppose me without cause. You have broken the teeth of sinners.
9Salvation is of the Lord, and your blessing is upon your people. Pause
Psalms 3
1The psalm of David when he fled from the face of his son Absalom.
2Why, O Lord, are they multiplied that afflict me? many are they who rise up against me.
3Many say to my soul: There is no salvation for him in his God.
4But thou, O Lord, art my protector, my glory, and the lifter up of my head.
5I have cried to the Lord with my voice: and he hath heard me from his holy hill.
6I have slept and have taken my rest: and I have risen up, because the Lord hath protected me.
7I will not fear thousands of the people surrounding me: arise, O Lord; save me, O my God.
8For thou hast struck all them who are my adversaries without cause: thou hast broken the teeth of sinners.
9Salvation is of the Lord: and thy blessing is upon thy people.
Understanding Catholic Public Domain vs Douay-Rheims in Psalms 3
Catholic Public Domain (CPDV)
Modern Catholic translation in the public domain with deuterocanonical books. Clear, contemporary English while preserving a formal tone. A strong option for Catholic reading plans and study.
Douay-Rheims (DRC)
Traditional Catholic English translation from the Latin Vulgate. Includes deuterocanonical books used in Catholic tradition. Best for readers who want a classic, historically influential Catholic Bible.
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Key Comparison: Psalms 3:1
"A Psalm of David. When he fled from the face of his son, Absalom."
"The psalm of David when he fled from the face of his son Absalom."
