Psalms 119:115 akjv — Depart from me, you evildoers: for I will keep the commandments of my God.

American King James Version

" Depart from me, you evildoers: for I will keep the commandments of my God. "

— Psalms 119:115, American King James Version

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KJV
“Depart from me, ye evildoers: for I will keep the commandments of my God.”
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ASV
“Depart from me, ye evil-doers, That I may keep the commandments of my God. ”
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WEB
“Depart from me, you evildoers, that I may keep the commandments of my God.”
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NET
“Turn away from me, you evil men, so that I can observe the commands of my God.”
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BBE
“Go far from me, you evil-doers; so that I may keep the teachings of my God.”
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KJVA
“Depart from me, ye evildoers: for I will keep the commandments of my God.”
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Psalms 119 — Context

112

I have inclined my heart to perform your statutes always, even to the end.

113

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

114

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

115

Depart from me, you evildoers: for I will keep the commandments of my God.

116

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

117

Hold you me up, and I shall be safe: and I will have respect to your statutes continually.

118

You have trodden down all them that err from your statutes: for their deceit is falsehood.

Psalms 119:115 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 119:115 say?

Psalms 119:115 in the American King James Version reads: “ Depart from me, you evildoers: for I will keep the commandments of my God. ”

Where is Psalms 119:115 in the Bible?

Psalms 119:115 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 119, verse 115.

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 119:115.

What translation should I read Psalms 119:115 in?

Psalms 119:115 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 119:115?

Psalms 119:115 reads (AKJV): “ Depart from me, you evildoers: for I will keep the commandments of my God. ” 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 119:115 akjv — Depart from me, you evildoers: for I will keep the commandments of my God.

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