Psalms 119:98 asv — Thy commandments make me wiser than mine enemies; For they are ever with me.

American Standard Version

"Thy commandments make me wiser than mine enemies; For they are ever with me. "

— Psalms 119:98, American Standard Version

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KJV
“Thou through thy commandments hast made me wiser than mine enemies: for they are ever with me.”
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WEB
“Your commandments make me wiser than my enemies, for your commandments are always with me.”
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NET
“Your commandments make me wiser than my enemies, for I am always aware of them.”
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BBE
“Your teaching has made me wiser than my haters: for it is mine for ever.”
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KJVA
“Thou through thy commandments hast made me wiser than mine enemies: for they are ever with me.”
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Psalms 119 — Context

The wicked have waited for me, to destroy me; But I will consider thy testimonies.

I have seen an end of all perfection; But thy commandment is exceeding broad. מ MEM.

Oh how love I thy law! It is my meditation all the day.

Thy commandments make me wiser than mine enemies; For they are ever with me.

I have more understanding than all my teachers; For thy testimonies are my meditation.

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I understand more than the aged, Because I have kept thy precepts.

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I have refrained my feet from every evil way, That I might observe thy word.

Psalms 119:98 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 119:98 say?

Psalms 119:98 in the American Standard Version reads: “Thy commandments make me wiser than mine enemies; For they are ever with me. ”

Where is Psalms 119:98 in the Bible?

Psalms 119:98 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 119, verse 98.

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 119:98.

What translation should I read Psalms 119:98 in?

Psalms 119:98 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 119:98?

Psalms 119:98 reads (ASV): “Thy commandments make me wiser than mine enemies; For they are ever with 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 119:98 asv — Thy commandments make me wiser than mine enemies; For they are ever with me.

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