Psalms 141:7 web — "As when one plows and breaks up the earth, our bones are scattered at the mouth of Sheol."

World English Bible

""As when one plows and breaks up the earth, our bones are scattered at the mouth of Sheol.""

— Psalms 141:7, World English Bible

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Psalms 141 — Context

4

Don't incline my heart to any evil thing, to practice deeds of wickedness with men who work iniquity. Don't let me eat of their delicacies.

5

Let the righteous strike me, it is kindness; let him reprove me, it is like oil on the head; don't let my head refuse it; Yet my prayer is always against evil deeds.

6

Their judges are thrown down by the sides of the rock. They will hear my words, for they are well spoken.

7

"As when one plows and breaks up the earth, our bones are scattered at the mouth of Sheol."

8

For my eyes are on you, Yahweh, the Lord. In you, I take refuge. Don't leave my soul destitute.

9

Keep me from the snare which they have laid for me, from the traps of the workers of iniquity.

10

Let the wicked fall together into their own nets, while I pass by. A contemplation by David, when he was in the cave. A Prayer.

Psalms 141:7 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 141:7 say?
Psalms 141:7 in the World English Bible reads: “"As when one plows and breaks up the earth, our bones are scattered at the mouth of Sheol."”
Where is Psalms 141:7 in the Bible?
Psalms 141:7 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 141, verse 7.
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 141:7.
What translation should I read Psalms 141:7 in?
Psalms 141:7 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 141:7?
Psalms 141:7 reads (WEB): “"As when one plows and breaks up the earth, our bones are scattered at the mouth of Sheol."” 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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