Psalms 118:9 cpdv — By what does an adolescent correct his way? By keeping to your words.

Catholic Public Domain Version

" By what does an adolescent correct his way? By keeping to your words. "

— Psalms 118:9, Catholic Public Domain Version

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KJV
“It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in princes.”
King James Version · Read this chapter in KJV
ASV
“ It is better to take refuge in Jehovah Than to put confidence in princes. ”
American Standard Version · Read this chapter in ASV
WEB
“It is better to take refuge in Yahweh, than to put confidence in princes.”
World English Bible · Read this chapter in WEB
NET
“It is better to take shelter in the LORD than to trust in princes.”
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DRB
“By what doth a young man correct his way? by observing thy words.”
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BBE
“It is better to have faith in the Lord than to put one's hope in rulers.”
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KJVA
“It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in princes.”
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Psalms 118 — Context

Then I will not be confounded, when I will look into all your commandments.

I will confess to you with honesty of heart. In this way, I have learned the judgments of your justice.

I will keep your justifications. Do not utterly abandon me.

By what does an adolescent correct his way? By keeping to your words.

With my whole heart, I have sought you. Do not let me be driven away from your commandments.

I have hidden your eloquence in my heart, so that I may not sin against you.

Blessed are you, O Lord. Teach me your justifications.

Psalms 118:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 118:9 say?

Psalms 118:9 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “ By what does an adolescent correct his way? By keeping to your words. ”

Where is Psalms 118:9 in the Bible?

Psalms 118:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 118, verse 9.

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 118:9.

What translation should I read Psalms 118:9 in?

Psalms 118:9 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 118:9?

Psalms 118:9 reads (CPDV): “ By what does an adolescent correct his way? By keeping to your words. ” 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 118:9 cpdv — By what does an adolescent correct his way? By keeping to your words.

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