Psalms 119:58 bbe — I have given my mind to do your pleasure with all my heart; have mercy on me, as you have said.

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"I have given my mind to do your pleasure with all my heart; have mercy on me, as you have said."

— Psalms 119:58, Bible in Basic English

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“I intreated thy favour with my whole heart: be merciful unto me according to thy word.”
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Psalms 119 — Context

I have given thought to your name in the night, O Lord, and have kept your law.

This has been true of me, that I have kept your orders in my heart.

The Lord is my heritage: I have said that I would be ruled by your words.

I have given my mind to do your pleasure with all my heart; have mercy on me, as you have said.

I gave thought to my steps, and my feet were turned into the way of your unchanging word.

I was quick to do your orders, and let no time be wasted.

The cords of evil-doers are round me; but I have kept in mind your law.

Psalms 119:58 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 119:58 say?

Psalms 119:58 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “I have given my mind to do your pleasure with all my heart; have mercy on me, as you have said.”

Where is Psalms 119:58 in the Bible?

Psalms 119:58 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 119, verse 58.

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 119:58.

What translation should I read Psalms 119:58 in?

Psalms 119:58 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 119:58?

Psalms 119:58 reads (BBE): “I have given my mind to do your pleasure with all my heart; have mercy on me, as you have said.” 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 119:58 bbe — I have given my mind to do your pleasure with all my heart; have mercy on me, as you have said.

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