Psalms 119:124 bbe — Be good to your servant in your mercy, and give me teaching in your rules.

Bible in Basic English

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

— Psalms 119:124, Bible in Basic English

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Psalms 119 — Context

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.

126

It is time, O Lord, for you to let your work be seen; for they have made your law without effect.

127

For this reason I have greater love far your teachings than for gold, even for shining gold.

Psalms 119:124 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 119:124 say?

Psalms 119:124 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “Be good to your servant in your mercy, and give me teaching in your rules.”

Where is Psalms 119:124 in the Bible?

Psalms 119:124 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 119, verse 124.

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 119:124.

What translation should I read Psalms 119:124 in?

Psalms 119:124 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 119:124?

Psalms 119:124 reads (BBE): “Be good to your servant in your mercy, and give me teaching in your rules.” 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.

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