Psalms 119:142 bbe — Your righteousness is an unchanging righteousness, and your law is certain.

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"Your righteousness is an unchanging righteousness, and your law is certain."

— Psalms 119:142, Bible in Basic English

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Psalms 119:142 in Other Translations

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KJV
“Thy righteousness is an everlasting righteousness, and thy law is the truth.”
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ASV
“Thy righteousness is an everlasting righteousness, And thy law is truth. ”
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WEB
“Your righteousness is an everlasting righteousness. Your law is truth.”
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NET
“Your justice endures, and your law is reliable.”
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Psalms 119 — Context

139

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

140

Your word is of tested value; and it is dear to your servant.

141

I am small and of no account; but I keep your orders in mind.

142

Your righteousness is an unchanging righteousness, and your law is certain.

143

Pain and trouble have overcome me: but your teachings are my delight.

144

The righteousness of your unchanging word is eternal; give me wisdom so that I may have life.

145

I have made my prayer with all my heart; give answer to me, O Lord: I will keep your rules.

Psalms 119:142 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 119:142 say?

Psalms 119:142 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “Your righteousness is an unchanging righteousness, and your law is certain.”

Where is Psalms 119:142 in the Bible?

Psalms 119:142 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 119, verse 142.

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 119:142.

What translation should I read Psalms 119:142 in?

Psalms 119:142 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 119:142?

Psalms 119:142 reads (BBE): “Your righteousness is an unchanging righteousness, and your law is certain.” 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 119:142 bbe — Your righteousness is an unchanging righteousness, and your law is certain.

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