Psalms 119:155 nasb — Salvation is far from the wicked, For they do not seek Your statutes.

NASB

"Salvation is far from the wicked, For they do not seek Your statutes."

— Psalms 119:155, NASB

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Psalms 119 — Context

152

Of old I have known from Your testimonies That You have founded them forever.

153

Look upon my affliction and rescue me, For I do not forget Your law.

154

Plead my cause and redeem me; Revive me according to Your word.

155

Salvation is far from the wicked, For they do not seek Your statutes.

156

Great are Your mercies, O LORD; Revive me according to Your ordinances.

157

Many are my persecutors and my adversaries, Yet I do not turn aside from Your testimonies.

158

I behold the treacherous and loathe them, Because they do not keep Your word.

Psalms 119:155 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 119:155 say?
Psalms 119:155 in the NASB reads: “Salvation is far from the wicked, For they do not seek Your statutes.”
Where is Psalms 119:155 in the Bible?
Psalms 119:155 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 119, verse 155.
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 119:155.
What translation should I read Psalms 119:155 in?
Psalms 119:155 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 119:155?
Psalms 119:155 reads (NASB): “Salvation is far from the wicked, For they do not seek Your statutes.” 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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