Psalms 119:101 net — I stay away from every evil path, so that I might keep your instructions.

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"I stay away from every evil path, so that I might keep your instructions."

— Psalms 119:101, NET Bible

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KJV
“I have refrained my feet from every evil way, that I might keep thy word.”
King James Version · Read this chapter in KJV
ASV
“I have refrained my feet from every evil way, That I might observe thy word. ”
American Standard Version · Read this chapter in ASV
WEB
“I have kept my feet from every evil way, that I might observe your word.”
World English Bible · Read this chapter in WEB
BBE
“I have kept back my feet from all evil ways, so that I might be true to your word.”
Bible in Basic English · Read this chapter in BBE
KJVA
“I have refrained my feet from every evil way, that I might keep thy word.”
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Psalms 119 — Context

Your commandments make me wiser than my enemies, for I am always aware of them.

I have more insight than all my teachers, for I meditate on your rules.

100

I am more discerning than those older than I, for I observe your precepts.

101

I stay away from every evil path, so that I might keep your instructions.

102

I do not turn aside from your regulations, for you teach me.

103

Your words are sweeter in my mouth than honey!

104

Your precepts give me discernment. Therefore I hate all deceitful actions.

Psalms 119:101 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 119:101 say?

Psalms 119:101 in the NET Bible reads: “I stay away from every evil path, so that I might keep your instructions.”

Where is Psalms 119:101 in the Bible?

Psalms 119:101 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 119, verse 101.

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 119:101.

What translation should I read Psalms 119:101 in?

Psalms 119:101 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 119:101?

Psalms 119:101 reads (NET): “I stay away from every evil path, so that I might keep your instructions.” 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 119:101 net — I stay away from every evil path, so that I might keep your instructions.

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