Psalms 119:101 web — I have kept my feet from every evil way, that I might observe your word.

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"I have kept my feet from every evil way, that I might observe your word."

— Psalms 119:101, World English Bible

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KJV
“I have refrained my feet from every evil way, that I might keep thy word.”
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ASV
“I have refrained my feet from every evil way, That I might observe thy word. ”
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NET
“I stay away from every evil path, so that I might keep your instructions.”
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BBE
“I have kept back my feet from all evil ways, so that I might be true to your word.”
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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 your commandments are always with me.

I have more understanding than all my teachers, for your testimonies are my meditation.

100

I understand more than the aged, because I have kept your precepts.

101

I have kept my feet from every evil way, that I might observe your word.

102

I have not turned aside from your ordinances, for you have taught me.

103

How sweet are your promises to my taste, more than honey to my mouth!

104

Through your precepts, I get understanding; therefore I hate every false way. NUN

Psalms 119:101 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 119:101 say?

Psalms 119:101 in the World English Bible reads: “I have kept my feet from every evil way, that I might observe your word.”

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 (WEB): “I have kept my feet from every evil way, that I might observe your word.” 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.

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