Psalms 119:111 kjv — Thy testimonies have I taken as an heritage for ever: for they are the rejoicing of my heart.

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“Thy testimonies have I taken as an heritage for ever: for they are the rejoicing of my heart.”

— Psalms 119:111, King James Version

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“Thy testimonies have I taken as a heritage for ever; For they are the rejoicing of my heart.”
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Psalms 119 — Context

108

Accept, I beseech thee, the freewill offerings of my mouth, O Lord, and teach me thy judgments.

109

My soul is continually in my hand: yet do I not forget thy law.

110

The wicked have laid a snare for me: yet I erred not from thy precepts.

111

Thy testimonies have I taken as an heritage for ever: for they are the rejoicing of my heart.

112

I have inclined mine heart to perform thy statutes alway, even unto the end.

113

I hate vain thoughts: but thy law do I love.

114

Thou art my hiding place and my shield: I hope in thy word.

Psalms 119:111 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 119:111 say?

Psalms 119:111 in the King James Version reads: “Thy testimonies have I taken as an heritage for ever: for they are the rejoicing of my heart.”

Where is Psalms 119:111 in the Bible?

Psalms 119:111 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 119, verse 111.

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 119:111.

What translation should I read Psalms 119:111 in?

Psalms 119:111 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 119:111?

Psalms 119:111 reads (KJV): “Thy testimonies have I taken as an heritage for ever: for they are the rejoicing of my heart.” 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 119:111 kjv — Thy testimonies have I taken as an heritage for ever: for they are the rejoicing of my heart.

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