Psalms 118:33 cpdv — O Lord, place the law before me, the way of your justifications, and I will always inquire into it.

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" O Lord, place the law before me, the way of your justifications, and I will always inquire into it. "

— Psalms 118:33, Catholic Public Domain Version

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“Set before me for a law the way of thy justifications, O Lord: and I will always seek after it.”
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Psalms 118 — Context

I have chosen the way of truth. I have not forgotten your judgments.

I have adhered to your testimonies, O Lord. Do not be willing to confound me.

I have run by way of your commandments, when you enlarged my heart.

O Lord, place the law before me, the way of your justifications, and I will always inquire into it.

Give me understanding, and I will examine your law. And I will keep it with my whole heart.

Lead me according to the path of your commandments, for I have desired this.

Bend my heart with your testimonies, and not with avarice.

Psalms 118:33 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 118:33 say?

Psalms 118:33 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “ O Lord, place the law before me, the way of your justifications, and I will always inquire into it. ”

Where is Psalms 118:33 in the Bible?

Psalms 118:33 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 118, verse 33.

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 118:33.

What translation should I read Psalms 118:33 in?

Psalms 118:33 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 118:33?

Psalms 118:33 reads (CPDV): “ O Lord, place the law before me, the way of your justifications, and I will always inquire into it. ” 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 118:33 cpdv — O Lord, place the law before me, the way of your justifications, and I will always inquire into it.

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