Psalms 119:56 kjva — This I had, because I kept thy precepts.

King James Version with Apocrypha

"This I had, because I kept thy precepts."

— Psalms 119:56, King James Version with Apocrypha

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KJV
“This I had, because I kept thy precepts.”
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ASV
“This I have had, Because I have kept thy precepts. ח HHETH. ”
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WEB
“This is my way, that I keep your precepts. CHET”
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NET
“This has been my practice, for I observe your precepts.”
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BBE
“This has been true of me, that I have kept your orders in my heart.”
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Psalms 119 — Context

Horror hath taken hold upon me because of the wicked that forsake thy law.

Thy statutes have been my songs in the house of my pilgrimage.

I have remembered thy name, O Lord, in the night, and have kept thy law.

This I had, because I kept thy precepts.

Thou art my portion, O Lord: I have said that I would keep thy words.

I intreated thy favour with my whole heart: be merciful unto me according to thy word.

I thought on my ways, and turned my feet unto thy testimonies.

Psalms 119:56 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 119:56 say?

Psalms 119:56 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “This I had, because I kept thy precepts.”

Where is Psalms 119:56 in the Bible?

Psalms 119:56 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 119, verse 56.

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 119:56.

What translation should I read Psalms 119:56 in?

Psalms 119:56 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 119:56?

Psalms 119:56 reads (KJVA): “This I had, because I kept thy precepts.” 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 119:56 kjva — This I had, because I kept thy precepts.

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