Psalms 119:70 kjva — Their heart is as fat as grease; but I delight in thy law.

King James Version with Apocrypha

"Their heart is as fat as grease; but I delight in thy law."

— Psalms 119:70, King James Version with Apocrypha

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KJV
“Their heart is as fat as grease; but I delight in thy law.”
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ASV
“Their heart is as fat as grease; But I delight in thy law. ”
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WEB
“Their heart is as callous as the fat, but I delight in your law.”
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NET
“Their hearts are calloused, but I find delight in your law.”
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BBE
“Their hearts are shut up with fat; but my delight is in your law.”
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Psalms 119 — Context

Before I was afflicted I went astray: but now have I kept thy word.

Thou art good, and doest good; teach me thy statutes.

The proud have forged a lie against me: but I will keep thy precepts with my whole heart.

Their heart is as fat as grease; but I delight in thy law.

It is good for me that I have been afflicted; that I might learn thy statutes.

The law of thy mouth is better unto me than thousands of gold and silver.

Thy hands have made me and fashioned me: give me understanding, that I may learn thy commandments.

Psalms 119:70 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 119:70 say?

Psalms 119:70 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “Their heart is as fat as grease; but I delight in thy law.”

Where is Psalms 119:70 in the Bible?

Psalms 119:70 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 119, verse 70.

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 119:70.

What translation should I read Psalms 119:70 in?

Psalms 119:70 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 119:70?

Psalms 119:70 reads (KJVA): “Their heart is as fat as grease; but I delight in thy law.” 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 119:70 kjva — Their heart is as fat as grease; but I delight in thy law.

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