Psalms 119:92 bbe — If your law had not been my delight, my troubles would have put an end to me.

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"If your law had not been my delight, my troubles would have put an end to me."

— Psalms 119:92, Bible in Basic English

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“Unless thy law had been my delights, I should then have perished in mine affliction.”
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Psalms 119 — Context

For ever, O Lord, your word is fixed in heaven.

Your faith is unchanging from generation to generation: you have put the earth in its place, and it is not moved.

They are ruled this day by your decisions; for all things are your servants.

If your law had not been my delight, my troubles would have put an end to me.

I will ever keep your orders in mind; for in them I have life.

I am yours, O be my saviour; for my desire has been for your rules.

The sinners have been waiting for me to give me up to destruction; but I will give all my mind to your unchanging ward.

Psalms 119:92 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 119:92 say?

Psalms 119:92 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “If your law had not been my delight, my troubles would have put an end to me.”

Where is Psalms 119:92 in the Bible?

Psalms 119:92 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 119, verse 92.

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 119:92.

What translation should I read Psalms 119:92 in?

Psalms 119:92 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 119:92?

Psalms 119:92 reads (BBE): “If your law had not been my delight, my troubles would have put an end to me.” 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 119:92 bbe — If your law had not been my delight, my troubles would have put an end to me.

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