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Psalms 139:16-1964 bbe — Your eyes saw my unformed substance; in your book all my days were recorded, even those which were purposed before they…

Bible in Basic English

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Your eyes saw my unformed substance; in your book all my days were recorded, even those which were purposed before they had come into being.

17

How dear are your thoughts to me, O God! how great is the number of them!

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If I made up their number, it would be more than the grains of sand; when I am awake, I am still with you.

19

If only you would put the sinners to death, O God; go far from me, you men of blood.

20

For they go against you with evil designs, and your haters make sport of your name.

21

Are not your haters hated by me, O Lord? are not those who are lifted up against you a cause of grief to me?

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My hate for them is complete; my thoughts of them are as if they were making war on me.

23

O God, let the secrets of my heart be uncovered, and let my wandering thoughts be tested:

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See if there is any way of sorrow in me, and be my guide in the eternal way.

— Psalms 139:16-1964, Bible in Basic English

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“Thine eyes did see my substance, yet being unperfect; and in thy book all my members were written, which in continuance were fashioned, when as yet there was none of them. How precious also are thy thoughts unto me, O God! how great is the sum of them! If I should count them, they are more in number than the sand: when I awake, I am still with thee. Surely thou wilt slay the wicked, O God: depart from me therefore, ye bloody men. For they speak against thee wickedly, and thine enemies take thy name in vain. Do not I hate them, O Lord, that hate thee? and am not I grieved with those that rise up against thee? I hate them with perfect hatred: I count them mine enemies. Search me, O God, and know my heart: try me, and know my thoughts: And see if there be any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting. ”
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Psalms 139 — Context

13

My flesh was made by you, and my parts joined together in my mother's body.

14

I will give you praise, for I am strangely and delicately formed; your works are great wonders, and of this my soul is fully conscious.

15

My frame was not unseen by you when I was made secretly, and strangely formed in the lowest parts of the earth.

16

Your eyes saw my unformed substance; in your book all my days were recorded, even those which were purposed before they had come into being.

17

How dear are your thoughts to me, O God! how great is the number of them!

18

If I made up their number, it would be more than the grains of sand; when I am awake, I am still with you.

19

If only you would put the sinners to death, O God; go far from me, you men of blood.

20

For they go against you with evil designs, and your haters make sport of your name.

21

Are not your haters hated by me, O Lord? are not those who are lifted up against you a cause of grief to me?

22

My hate for them is complete; my thoughts of them are as if they were making war on me.

23

O God, let the secrets of my heart be uncovered, and let my wandering thoughts be tested:

24

See if there is any way of sorrow in me, and be my guide in the eternal way.

Psalms 139:16-1964 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 139:16-1964 say?

Psalms 139:16-1964 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “Your eyes saw my unformed substance; in your book all my days were recorded, even those which were purposed before they had come into being. How dear are your thoughts to me, O God! how great is the number of them! If I made up their number, it would be more than the grains of sand; when I am awake, I am still with you. If only you would put the sinners to death, O God; go far from me, you men of blood. For they go against you with evil designs, and your haters make sport of your name. Are not your haters hated by me, O Lord? are not those who are lifted up against you a cause of grief to me? My hate for them is complete; my thoughts of them are as if they were making war on me. O God, let the secrets of my heart be uncovered, and let my wandering thoughts be tested: See if there is any way of sorrow in me, and be my guide in the eternal way.”

Where is Psalms 139:16-1964 in the Bible?

Psalms 139:16-1964 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 139, verses 16–1964.

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 139:16-1964.

What translation should I read Psalms 139:16-1964 in?

Psalms 139:16-1964 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 139:16-1964?

Psalms 139:16-1964 reads (BBE): “Your eyes saw my unformed substance; in your book all my days were recorded, even those which were purposed before they had come into being. How dear are your thoughts to me, O God! how great is the number of them! If I made up their number, it would be more than the grains of sand; when I am awake, I am still with you. If only you would put the sinners to death, O God; go far from me, you men of blood. For they go against you with evil designs, and your haters make sport of your name. Are not your haters hated by me, O Lord? are not those who are lifted up against you a cause of grief to me? My hate for them is complete; my thoughts of them are as if they were making war on me. O God, let the secrets of my heart be uncovered, and let my wandering thoughts be tested: See if there is any way of sorrow in me, and be my guide in the eternal way.” 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.