Psalms 131:14 cpdv — This is my resting place, forever and ever. Here I will dwell, for I have chosen it.

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"This is my resting place, forever and ever. Here I will dwell, for I have chosen it. "

— Psalms 131:14, Catholic Public Domain Version

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“This is my rest for ever and ever: here will I dwell, for I have chosen it.”
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Psalms 131 — Context

The Lord has sworn the truth to David, and he will not disappoint: I will set upon your throne from the fruit of your lineage.

If your sons will keep my covenant and these, my testimonies, which I will teach to them, then their sons will sit upon your throne even forever.

For the Lord has chosen Zion. He has chosen it as his dwelling place.

This is my resting place, forever and ever. Here I will dwell, for I have chosen it.

When blessing, I will bless her widow. I will satisfy her poor with bread.

I will clothe her priests with salvation, and her saints will rejoice with great joy.

There, I will produce a horn to David. There, I have prepared a lamp for my Christ.

Psalms 131:14 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 131:14 say?

Psalms 131:14 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “This is my resting place, forever and ever. Here I will dwell, for I have chosen it. ”

Where is Psalms 131:14 in the Bible?

Psalms 131:14 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 131, verse 14.

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 131:14.

What translation should I read Psalms 131:14 in?

Psalms 131:14 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 131:14?

Psalms 131:14 reads (CPDV): “This is my resting place, forever and ever. Here I will dwell, for I have chosen it. ” 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.

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