Psalms 119:147 kjva — I prevented the dawning of the morning, and cried: I hoped in thy word.

King James Version with Apocrypha

"I prevented the dawning of the morning, and cried: I hoped in thy word."

— Psalms 119:147, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Psalms 119 — Context

144

The righteousness of thy testimonies is everlasting: give me understanding, and I shall live.

145

I cried with my whole heart; hear me, O Lord: I will keep thy statutes.

146

I cried unto thee; save me, and I shall keep thy testimonies.

147

I prevented the dawning of the morning, and cried: I hoped in thy word.

148

Mine eyes prevent the night watches, that I might meditate in thy word.

149

Hear my voice according unto thy lovingkindness: O Lord, quicken me according to thy judgment.

150

They draw nigh that follow after mischief: they are far from thy law.

Psalms 119:147 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 119:147 say?
Psalms 119:147 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “I prevented the dawning of the morning, and cried: I hoped in thy word.”
Where is Psalms 119:147 in the Bible?
Psalms 119:147 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 119, verse 147.
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 119:147.
What translation should I read Psalms 119:147 in?
Psalms 119:147 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 119:147?
Psalms 119:147 reads (KJVA): “I prevented the dawning of the morning, and cried: I hoped in thy word.” 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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