Psalms 138:20 cpdv — For you say in thought: They will accept your cities in vain.

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"For you say in thought: They will accept your cities in vain."

— Psalms 138:20, Catholic Public Domain Version

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“Because you say in thought: They shall receive thy cities in vain.”
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Psalms 138 — Context

But to me, O God, your friends have been greatly honored. Their first ruler has been exceedingly strengthened.

I will number them, and they will be more numerous than the sand. I rose up, and I am still with you.

O God, if only you would cut down sinners. You men of blood: depart from me.

For you say in thought: They will accept your cities in vain.

Have I not hated those who hated you, Lord, and wasted away because of your enemies?

I have hated them with a perfect hatred, and they have become enemies to me.

Examine me, O God, and know my heart. Question me, and know my paths.

Psalms 138:20 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 138:20 say?

Psalms 138:20 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “For you say in thought: They will accept your cities in vain.”

Where is Psalms 138:20 in the Bible?

Psalms 138:20 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 138, verse 20.

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 138:20.

What translation should I read Psalms 138:20 in?

Psalms 138:20 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 138:20?

Psalms 138:20 reads (CPDV): “For you say in thought: They will accept your cities in vain.” 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 138:20 cpdv — For you say in thought: They will accept your cities in vain.

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