Psalms 119:108 bbe — Take, O Lord, the free offerings of my mouth, and give me knowledge of your decisions.

Bible in Basic English

"Take, O Lord, the free offerings of my mouth, and give me knowledge of your decisions."

— Psalms 119:108, Bible in Basic English

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Psalms 119:108 in Other Translations

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KJV
“Accept, I beseech thee, the freewill offerings of my mouth, O Lord, and teach me thy judgments.”
King James Version · Read this chapter in KJV
ASV
“Accept, I beseech thee, the freewill-offerings of my mouth, O Jehovah, And teach me thine ordinances. ”
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Psalms 119 — Context

105

Your word is a light for my feet, ever shining on my way.

106

I have made an oath and kept it, to be guided by your upright decisions.

107

I am greatly troubled, O Lord, give me life in keeping with your word.

108

Take, O Lord, the free offerings of my mouth, and give me knowledge of your decisions.

109

My soul is ever in danger; but I still keep the memory of your law.

110

Sinners have put a net to take me; but I was true to your orders.

111

I have taken your unchanging word as an eternal heritage; for it is the joy of my heart.

Psalms 119:108 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 119:108 say?

Psalms 119:108 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “Take, O Lord, the free offerings of my mouth, and give me knowledge of your decisions.”

Where is Psalms 119:108 in the Bible?

Psalms 119:108 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 119, verse 108.

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 119:108.

What translation should I read Psalms 119:108 in?

Psalms 119:108 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 119:108?

Psalms 119:108 reads (BBE): “Take, O Lord, the free offerings of my mouth, and give me knowledge of your decisions.” 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 119:108 bbe — Take, O Lord, the free offerings of my mouth, and give me knowledge of your decisions.

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