Psalms 119:9 bbe — How may a young man make his way clean? by guiding it after your word.

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" How may a young man make his way clean? by guiding it after your word."

— Psalms 119:9, Bible in Basic English

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KJV
“ Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word.”
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ASV
“Wherewith shall a young man cleanse his way? By taking heed thereto according to thy word. ”
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WEB
“How can a young man keep his way pure? By living according to your word.”
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Psalms 119 — Context

Then I would not be put to shame, as long as I have respect for all your teaching.

I will give you praise with an upright heart in learning your right decisions.

I will keep your rules: O give me not up completely.

How may a young man make his way clean? by guiding it after your word.

I have made search for you with all my heart: O let me not go wandering far from your teaching.

I have kept your sayings secretly in my heart, so that I might do no sin against you.

Praise be to you, O Lord: give me knowledge of your rules.

Psalms 119:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 119:9 say?

Psalms 119:9 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “ How may a young man make his way clean? by guiding it after your word.”

Where is Psalms 119:9 in the Bible?

Psalms 119:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 119, verse 9.

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 119:9.

What translation should I read Psalms 119:9 in?

Psalms 119:9 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 119:9?

Psalms 119:9 reads (BBE): “ How may a young man make his way clean? by guiding it after your word.” 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 119:9 bbe — How may a young man make his way clean? by guiding it after your word.

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