Psalms 119:23 bbe — Rulers make evil designs against me; but your servant gives thought to your rules.

Bible in Basic English

"Rulers make evil designs against me; but your servant gives thought to your rules."

— Psalms 119:23, Bible in Basic English

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“Princes also did sit and speak against me: but thy servant did meditate in thy statutes.”
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Psalms 119 — Context

My soul is broken with desire for your decisions at all times.

Your hand has been against the men of pride, a curse is on those who go wandering out of your way.

Take away from me shame and bitter words; for I have kept your unchanging word in my heart.

Rulers make evil designs against me; but your servant gives thought to your rules.

Your unchanging word is my delight, and the guide of my footsteps.

My soul is joined to the dust: O give me life, in keeping with your word.

I put the record of my ways before you, and you gave me an answer: O give me knowledge of your rules.

Psalms 119:23 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 119:23 say?

Psalms 119:23 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “Rulers make evil designs against me; but your servant gives thought to your rules.”

Where is Psalms 119:23 in the Bible?

Psalms 119:23 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 119, verse 23.

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 119:23.

What translation should I read Psalms 119:23 in?

Psalms 119:23 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 119:23?

Psalms 119:23 reads (BBE): “Rulers make evil designs against me; but your servant gives thought to your rules.” 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 119:23 bbe — Rulers make evil designs against me; but your servant gives thought to your rules.

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