Psalms 119:114 web — You are my hiding place and my shield. I hope in your word.

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"You are my hiding place and my shield. I hope in your word."

— Psalms 119:114, World English Bible

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KJV
“Thou art my hiding place and my shield: I hope in thy word.”
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ASV
“Thou art my hiding-place and my shield: I hope in thy word. ”
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NET
“You are my hiding place and my shield. I find hope in your word.”
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BBE
“You are my secret place and my breastplate against danger; my hope is in your word.”
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KJVA
“Thou art my hiding place and my shield: I hope in thy word.”
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Psalms 119 — Context

111

I have taken your testimonies as a heritage forever, for they are the joy of my heart.

112

I have set my heart to perform your statutes forever, even to the end. SAMEKH

113

I hate double-minded men, but I love your law.

114

You are my hiding place and my shield. I hope in your word.

115

Depart from me, you evildoers, that I may keep the commandments of my God.

116

Uphold me according to your word, that I may live. Let me not be ashamed of my hope.

117

Hold me up, and I will be safe, and will have respect for your statutes continually.

Psalms 119:114 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 119:114 say?

Psalms 119:114 in the World English Bible reads: “You are my hiding place and my shield. I hope in your word.”

Where is Psalms 119:114 in the Bible?

Psalms 119:114 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 119, verse 114.

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 119:114.

What translation should I read Psalms 119:114 in?

Psalms 119:114 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 119:114?

Psalms 119:114 reads (WEB): “You are my hiding place and my shield. I hope in 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.

Psalms 119:114 web — You are my hiding place and my shield. I hope in your word.

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