Psalms 105:22 net — giving him authority to imprison his officials and to teach his advisers.

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"giving him authority to imprison his officials and to teach his advisers."

— Psalms 105:22, NET Bible

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Psalms 105:22 in Other Translations

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KJV
“To bind his princes at his pleasure; and teach his senators wisdom.”
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ASV
“To bind his princes at his pleasure, And teach his elders wisdom. ”
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WEB
“to discipline his princes at his pleasure, and to teach his elders wisdom.”
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DRB
“Wondrous works in the land of Cham: terrible things in the Red Sea.”
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BBE
“To give his chiefs teaching at his pleasure, and so that his law-givers might get wisdom from him.”
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KJVA
“To bind his princes at his pleasure; and teach his senators wisdom.”
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Psalms 105 — Context

until the time when his prediction came true. The LORD’s word proved him right.

The king authorized his release; the ruler of nations set him free.

He put him in charge of his palace, and made him manager of all his property,

giving him authority to imprison his officials and to teach his advisers.

Israel moved to Egypt; Jacob lived for a time in the land of Ham.

The LORD made his people very fruitful, and made them more numerous than their enemies.

He caused them to hate his people, and to mistreat his servants.

Psalms 105:22 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 105:22 say?

Psalms 105:22 in the NET Bible reads: “giving him authority to imprison his officials and to teach his advisers.”

Where is Psalms 105:22 in the Bible?

Psalms 105:22 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 105, verse 22.

Who wrote Psalms?

Psalms is traditionally attributed to Multiple authors (David, Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, others). Approximately 73 psalms are attributed to David; others to Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, Heman, and Ethan; the remainder are anonymous. It was written c. 1410–430 BC.

What is the book of Psalms about?

The Psalms are the prayer book and hymnal of God's people, gathering a thousand years of inspired song — praise, lament, thanksgiving, confession, and royal and messianic worship. Every emotion of the believing heart finds a voice here, and every voice finds its center in Christ.

What are the major themes of Psalms?

Psalms explores themes including Praise, Lament, Trust, Messiah, Refuge, Kingship. These themes shape the meaning and context of Psalms 105:22.

What translation should I read Psalms 105:22 in?

Psalms 105:22 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 Psalms 105:22?

Psalms 105:22 reads (NET): “giving him authority to imprison his officials and to teach his advisers.” 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.

Psalms 105:22 net — giving him authority to imprison his officials and to teach his advisers.

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Psalms 105 — Context

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