Psalms 119:80 akjv — Let my heart be sound in your statutes; that I be not ashamed.

American King James Version

" Let my heart be sound in your statutes; that I be not ashamed. "

— Psalms 119:80, American King James Version

Read in Another Translation

5 of 21 translations

Psalms 119:80 in Other Translations

6 versions All translations

KJV
“Let my heart be sound in thy statutes; that I be not ashamed.”
King James Version · Read this chapter in KJV
ASV
“Let my heart be perfect in thy statutes, That I be not put to shame. כ KAPH. ”
American Standard Version · Read this chapter in ASV
WEB
“Let my heart be blameless toward your decrees, that I may not be disappointed. KAF”
World English Bible · Read this chapter in WEB
NET
“May I be fully committed to your statutes, so that I might not be ashamed.”
NET Bible · Read this chapter in NET
BBE
“Let all my heart be given to your orders, so that I may not be put to shame.”
Bible in Basic English · Read this chapter in BBE
KJVA
“Let my heart be sound in thy statutes; that I be not ashamed.”
King James Version with Apocrypha · Read this chapter in KJVA

Psalms 119 — Context

Let your tender mercies come to me, that I may live: for your law is my delight.

Let the proud be ashamed; for they dealt perversely with me without a cause: but I will meditate in your precepts.

Let those that fear you turn to me, and those that have known your testimonies.

Let my heart be sound in your statutes; that I be not ashamed.

My soul faints for your salvation: but I hope in your word.

My eyes fail for your word, saying, When will you comfort me?

For I am become like a bottle in the smoke; yet do I not forget your statutes.

Psalms 119:80 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions

What does Psalms 119:80 say?

Psalms 119:80 in the American King James Version reads: “ Let my heart be sound in your statutes; that I be not ashamed. ”

Where is Psalms 119:80 in the Bible?

Psalms 119:80 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 119, verse 80.

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 119:80.

What translation should I read Psalms 119:80 in?

Psalms 119:80 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 119:80?

Psalms 119:80 reads (AKJV): “ Let my heart be sound in your statutes; that I be not ashamed. ” 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 119:80 akjv — Let my heart be sound in your statutes; that I be not ashamed.

Read in Another Translation

Psalms 119:80 in Other Translations

Psalms 119 — Context

Psalms 119:80 — Frequently Asked Questions

Choose Theme

Light Themes 19

Dark Themes 11

Colorful Themes 2