Psalms 119:143 web — Trouble and anguish have taken hold of me. Your commandments are my delight.

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"Trouble and anguish have taken hold of me. Your commandments are my delight."

— Psalms 119:143, World English Bible

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KJV
“Trouble and anguish have taken hold on me: yet thy commandments are my delights.”
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ASV
“Trouble and anguish have taken hold on me; Yet thy commandments are my delight. ”
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NET
“Distress and hardship confront me, yet I find delight in your commands.”
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BBE
“Pain and trouble have overcome me: but your teachings are my delight.”
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KJVA
“Trouble and anguish have taken hold on me: yet thy commandments are my delights.”
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Psalms 119 — Context

140

Your promises have been thoroughly tested, and your servant loves them.

141

I am small and despised. I don't forget your precepts.

142

Your righteousness is an everlasting righteousness. Your law is truth.

143

Trouble and anguish have taken hold of me. Your commandments are my delight.

144

Your testimonies are righteous forever. Give me understanding, that I may live. KUF

145

I have called with my whole heart. Answer me, Yahweh! I will keep your statutes.

146

I have called to you. Save me! I will obey your statutes.

Psalms 119:143 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 119:143 say?

Psalms 119:143 in the World English Bible reads: “Trouble and anguish have taken hold of me. Your commandments are my delight.”

Where is Psalms 119:143 in the Bible?

Psalms 119:143 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 119, verse 143.

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 119:143.

What translation should I read Psalms 119:143 in?

Psalms 119:143 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 119:143?

Psalms 119:143 reads (WEB): “Trouble and anguish have taken hold of me. Your commandments are my delight.” 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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