Psalms 119:19 net — I am a resident foreigner in this land. Do not hide your commands from me!

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"I am a resident foreigner in this land. Do not hide your commands from me!"

— Psalms 119:19, NET Bible

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KJV
“I am a stranger in the earth: hide not thy commandments from me.”
King James Version · Read this chapter in KJV
ASV
“I am a sojourner in the earth: Hide not thy commandments from me. ”
American Standard Version · Read this chapter in ASV
WEB
“I am a stranger on the earth. Don't hide your commandments from me.”
World English Bible · Read this chapter in WEB
BBE
“I am living in a strange land: do not let your teachings be kept secret from me.”
Bible in Basic English · Read this chapter in BBE
KJVA
“I am a stranger in the earth: hide not thy commandments from me.”
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Psalms 119 — Context

I find delight in your statutes; I do not forget your instructions.

ג(Gimel) Be kind to your servant! Then I will live and keep your instructions.

Open my eyes so I can truly see the marvelous things in your law!

I am a resident foreigner in this land. Do not hide your commands from me!

I desperately long to know your regulations at all times.

You reprimand arrogant people. Those who stray from your commands are doomed.

Spare me shame and humiliation, for I observe your rules.

Psalms 119:19 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 119:19 say?

Psalms 119:19 in the NET Bible reads: “I am a resident foreigner in this land. Do not hide your commands from me!”

Where is Psalms 119:19 in the Bible?

Psalms 119:19 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 119, verse 19.

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 119:19.

What translation should I read Psalms 119:19 in?

Psalms 119:19 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 119:19?

Psalms 119:19 reads (NET): “I am a resident foreigner in this land. Do not hide your commands from me!” 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 119:19 net — I am a resident foreigner in this land. Do not hide your commands from me!

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