Psalms 119:171 asv — Let my lips utter praise; For thou teachest me thy statutes.

American Standard Version

"Let my lips utter praise; For thou teachest me thy statutes. "

— Psalms 119:171, American Standard Version

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KJV
“My lips shall utter praise, when thou hast taught me thy statutes.”
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WEB
“Let my lips utter praise, for you teach me your statutes.”
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NET
“May praise flow freely from my lips, for you teach me your statutes.”
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BBE
“Let my lips be flowing with praise, because you have given me knowledge of your rules.”
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KJVA
“My lips shall utter praise, when thou hast taught me thy statutes.”
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Psalms 119 — Context

168

I have observed thy precepts and thy testimonies; For all my ways are before thee. ת TAV.

169

Let my cry come near before thee, O Jehovah: Give me understanding according to thy word.

170

Let my supplication come before thee: Deliver me according to thy word.

171

Let my lips utter praise; For thou teachest me thy statutes.

172

Let my tongue sing of thy word; For all thy commandments are righteousness.

173

Let thy hand be ready to help me; For I have chosen thy precepts.

174

I have longed for thy salvation, O Jehovah; And thy law is my delight.

Psalms 119:171 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 119:171 say?

Psalms 119:171 in the American Standard Version reads: “Let my lips utter praise; For thou teachest me thy statutes. ”

Where is Psalms 119:171 in the Bible?

Psalms 119:171 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 119, verse 171.

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 119:171.

What translation should I read Psalms 119:171 in?

Psalms 119:171 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 119:171?

Psalms 119:171 reads (ASV): “Let my lips utter praise; For thou teachest me thy 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.

Psalms 119:171 asv — Let my lips utter praise; For thou teachest me thy statutes.

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