Ii Samuel 22:31 kjv — As for God, his way is perfect; the word of the Lord is tried: he is a buckler to all them that trust in him.

King James Version

“As for God, his way is perfect; the word of the Lord is tried: he is a buckler to all them that trust in him.”

— Ii Samuel 22:31, King James Version

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Ii Samuel 22 — Context

28

And the afflicted people thou wilt save: but thine eyes are upon the haughty, that thou mayest bring them down.

29

For thou art my lamp, O Lord: and the Lord will lighten my darkness.

30

For by thee I have run through a troop: by my God have I leaped over a wall.

31

As for God, his way is perfect; the word of the Lord is tried: he is a buckler to all them that trust in him.

32

For who is God, save the Lord? and who is a rock, save our God?

33

God is my strength and power: and he maketh my way perfect.

34

He maketh my feet like hinds’ feet: and setteth me upon my high places.

Ii Samuel 22:31 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Ii Samuel 22:31 say?
Ii Samuel 22:31 in the King James Version reads: “As for God, his way is perfect; the word of the Lord is tried: he is a buckler to all them that trust in him.”
Where is Ii Samuel 22:31 in the Bible?
Ii Samuel 22:31 is found in the Bible, in the book of Ii Samuel, chapter 22, verse 31.
What translation should I read Ii Samuel 22:31 in?
Ii Samuel 22:31 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 Ii Samuel 22:31?
Ii Samuel 22:31 reads (KJV): “As for God, his way is perfect; the word of the Lord is tried: he is a buckler to all them that trust in him.” 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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