Psalms 119:163 kjva — I hate and abhor lying: but thy law do I love.

King James Version with Apocrypha

"I hate and abhor lying: but thy law do I love."

— Psalms 119:163, King James Version with Apocrypha

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KJV
“I hate and abhor lying: but thy law do I love.”
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ASV
“I hate and abhor falsehood; But thy law do I love. ”
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WEB
“I hate and abhor falsehood. I love your law.”
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NET
“I hate and despise deceit; I love your law.”
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BBE
“I am full of hate and disgust for false words; but I am a lover of your law.”
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Psalms 119 — Context

160

Thy word is true from the beginning: and every one of thy righteous judgments endureth for ever.

161

Princes have persecuted me without a cause: but my heart standeth in awe of thy word.

162

I rejoice at thy word, as one that findeth great spoil.

163

I hate and abhor lying: but thy law do I love.

164

Seven times a day do I praise thee because of thy righteous judgments.

165

Great peace have they which love thy law: and nothing shall offend them.

166

Lord, I have hoped for thy salvation, and done thy commandments.

Psalms 119:163 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 119:163 say?

Psalms 119:163 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “I hate and abhor lying: but thy law do I love.”

Where is Psalms 119:163 in the Bible?

Psalms 119:163 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 119, verse 163.

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 119:163.

What translation should I read Psalms 119:163 in?

Psalms 119:163 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 119:163?

Psalms 119:163 reads (KJVA): “I hate and abhor lying: but thy law do I love.” 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 119:163 kjva — I hate and abhor lying: but thy law do I love.

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