Psalms 139:22 kjva — I hate them with perfect hatred: I count them mine enemies.

King James Version with Apocrypha

"I hate them with perfect hatred: I count them mine enemies."

— Psalms 139:22, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Psalms 139 — Context

19

Surely thou wilt slay the wicked, O God: depart from me therefore, ye bloody men.

20

For they speak against thee wickedly, and thine enemies take thy name in vain.

21

Do not I hate them, O Lord, that hate thee? and am not I grieved with those that rise up against thee?

22

I hate them with perfect hatred: I count them mine enemies.

23

Search me, O God, and know my heart: try me, and know my thoughts:

24

And see if there be any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.

Psalms 139:22 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 139:22 say?
Psalms 139:22 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “I hate them with perfect hatred: I count them mine enemies.”
Where is Psalms 139:22 in the Bible?
Psalms 139:22 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 139, verse 22.
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 139:22.
What translation should I read Psalms 139:22 in?
Psalms 139:22 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 139:22?
Psalms 139:22 reads (KJVA): “I hate them with perfect hatred: I count them mine enemies.” 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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