Psalms 109:23 kjv — I am gone like the shadow when it declineth: I am tossed up and down as the locust.

King James Version

"I am gone like the shadow when it declineth: I am tossed up and down as the locust."

— Psalms 109:23, King James Version

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ASV
“I am gone like the shadow when it declineth: I am tossed up and down as the locust. ”
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WEB
“I fade away like an evening shadow. I am shaken off like a locust.”
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NET
“I am fading away like a shadow at the end of the day; I am shaken off like a locust.”
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BBE
“I am gone like the shade when it is stretched out: I am forced out of my place like a locust.”
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KJVA
“I am gone like the shadow when it declineth: I am tossed up and down as the locust.”
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Psalms 109 — Context

Let this be the reward of mine adversaries from the Lord, and of them that speak evil against my soul.

But do thou for me, O God the Lord, for thy name’s sake: because thy mercy is good, deliver thou me.

For I am poor and needy, and my heart is wounded within me.

I am gone like the shadow when it declineth: I am tossed up and down as the locust.

My knees are weak through fasting; and my flesh faileth of fatness.

I became also a reproach unto them: when they looked upon me they shaked their heads.

Help me, O Lord my God: O save me according to thy mercy:

Psalms 109:23 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 109:23 say?

Psalms 109:23 in the King James Version reads: “I am gone like the shadow when it declineth: I am tossed up and down as the locust.”

Where is Psalms 109:23 in the Bible?

Psalms 109:23 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 109, verse 23.

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 109:23.

What translation should I read Psalms 109:23 in?

Psalms 109:23 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 109:23?

Psalms 109:23 reads (KJV): “I am gone like the shadow when it declineth: I am tossed up and down as the locust.” 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 109:23 kjv — I am gone like the shadow when it declineth: I am tossed up and down as the locust.

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