Psalms 119:122 bbe — Take your servant's interests into your keeping; let me not be crushed by the men of pride.

Bible in Basic English

"Take your servant's interests into your keeping; let me not be crushed by the men of pride."

— Psalms 119:122, Bible in Basic English

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KJV
“Be surety for thy servant for good: let not the proud oppress me.”
King James Version · Read this chapter in KJV
ASV
“Be surety for thy servant for good: Let not the proud oppress me. ”
American Standard Version · Read this chapter in ASV
WEB
“Ensure your servant's well-being. Don't let the proud oppress me.”
World English Bible · Read this chapter in WEB
KJVA
“Be surety for thy servant for good: let not the proud oppress me.”
King James Version with Apocrypha · Read this chapter in KJVA

Psalms 119 — Context

119

All the sinners of the earth are like waste metal in your eyes; and for this cause I give my love to your unchanging word.

120

My flesh is moved for fear of you; I give honour to your decisions.

121

I have done what is good and right: you will not give me into the hands of those who are working against me.

122

Take your servant's interests into your keeping; let me not be crushed by the men of pride.

123

My eyes are wasted with desire for your salvation, and for the word of your righteousness.

124

Be good to your servant in your mercy, and give me teaching in your rules.

125

I am your servant; give me wisdom, so that I may have knowledge of your unchanging word.

Psalms 119:122 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 119:122 say?

Psalms 119:122 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “Take your servant's interests into your keeping; let me not be crushed by the men of pride.”

Where is Psalms 119:122 in the Bible?

Psalms 119:122 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 119, verse 122.

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 119:122.

What translation should I read Psalms 119:122 in?

Psalms 119:122 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 119:122?

Psalms 119:122 reads (BBE): “Take your servant's interests into your keeping; let me not be crushed by the men of pride.” 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 119:122 bbe — Take your servant's interests into your keeping; let me not be crushed by the men of pride.

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