Psalms 119:144 asv — Thy testimonies are righteous for ever: Give me understanding, and I shall live. ק QOPH.

American Standard Version

"Thy testimonies are righteous for ever: Give me understanding, and I shall live. ק QOPH. "

— Psalms 119:144, American Standard Version

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KJV
“The righteousness of thy testimonies is everlasting: give me understanding, and I shall live.”
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WEB
“Your testimonies are righteous forever. Give me understanding, that I may live. KUF”
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NET
“Your rules remain just. Give me insight so that I can live.”
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BBE
“The righteousness of your unchanging word is eternal; give me wisdom so that I may have life.”
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KJVA
“The righteousness of thy testimonies is everlasting: give me understanding, and I shall live.”
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Psalms 119 — Context

141

I am small and despised; Yet do I not forget thy precepts.

142

Thy righteousness is an everlasting righteousness, And thy law is truth.

143

Trouble and anguish have taken hold on me; Yet thy commandments are my delight.

144

Thy testimonies are righteous for ever: Give me understanding, and I shall live. ק QOPH.

145

I have called with my whole heart; answer me, O Jehovah: I will keep thy statutes.

146

I have called unto thee; save me, And I shall observe thy testimonies.

147

I anticipated the dawning of the morning, and cried: I hoped in thy words.

Psalms 119:144 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 119:144 say?

Psalms 119:144 in the American Standard Version reads: “Thy testimonies are righteous for ever: Give me understanding, and I shall live. ק QOPH. ”

Where is Psalms 119:144 in the Bible?

Psalms 119:144 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 119, verse 144.

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 119:144.

What translation should I read Psalms 119:144 in?

Psalms 119:144 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 119:144?

Psalms 119:144 reads (ASV): “Thy testimonies are righteous for ever: Give me understanding, and I shall live. ק QOPH. ” 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 119:144 asv — Thy testimonies are righteous for ever: Give me understanding, and I shall live. ק QOPH.

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