Psalms 119:136 bbe — Rivers of water are flowing from my eyes, because men do not keep your law.

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"Rivers of water are flowing from my eyes, because men do not keep your law."

— Psalms 119:136, Bible in Basic English

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KJV
“Rivers of waters run down mine eyes, because they keep not thy law.”
King James Version · Read this chapter in KJV
ASV
“Streams of water run down mine eyes, Because they observe not thy law. צ TSADHE. ”
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WEB
“Streams of tears run down my eyes, because they don't observe your law. TZADI”
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NET
“Tears stream down from my eyes, because people do not keep your law.”
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KJVA
“Rivers of waters run down mine eyes, because they keep not thy law.”
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Psalms 119 — Context

133

Let my steps be guided by your word; and let not sin have control over me.

134

Make me free from the cruel rule of man; then I will keep your orders.

135

Let your servant see the shining of your face; give me knowledge of your rules.

136

Rivers of water are flowing from my eyes, because men do not keep your law.

137

O Lord, great is your righteousness, and upright are your decisions.

138

You have given your unchanging word in righteousness, and it is for ever.

139

My passion has overcome me; because my haters are turned away from your words.

Psalms 119:136 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 119:136 say?

Psalms 119:136 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “Rivers of water are flowing from my eyes, because men do not keep your law.”

Where is Psalms 119:136 in the Bible?

Psalms 119:136 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 119, verse 136.

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 119:136.

What translation should I read Psalms 119:136 in?

Psalms 119:136 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 119:136?

Psalms 119:136 reads (BBE): “Rivers of water are flowing from my eyes, because men do not keep your law.” 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 119:136 bbe — Rivers of water are flowing from my eyes, because men do not keep your law.

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