Psalms 139:19 web — If only you, God, would kill the wicked. Get away from me, you bloodthirsty men!

World English Bible

"If only you, God, would kill the wicked. Get away from me, you bloodthirsty men!"

— Psalms 139:19, World English Bible

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Psalms 139 — Context

16

Your eyes saw my body. In your book they were all written, the days that were ordained for me, when as yet there were none of them.

17

How precious to me are your thoughts, God! How vast is the sum of them!

18

If I would count them, they are more in number than the sand. When I wake up, I am still with you.

19

If only you, God, would kill the wicked. Get away from me, you bloodthirsty men!

20

For they speak against you wickedly. Your enemies take your name in vain.

21

Yahweh, don't I hate those who hate you? Am I not grieved with those who rise up against you?

22

I hate them with perfect hatred. They have become my enemies.

Psalms 139:19 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 139:19 say?
Psalms 139:19 in the World English Bible reads: “If only you, God, would kill the wicked. Get away from me, you bloodthirsty men!”
Where is Psalms 139:19 in the Bible?
Psalms 139:19 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 139, verse 19.
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 139:19.
What translation should I read Psalms 139:19 in?
Psalms 139:19 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 139:19?
Psalms 139:19 reads (WEB): “If only you, God, would kill the wicked. Get away from me, you bloodthirsty men!” 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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