Psalms 17:5 bbe — I have kept my feet in your ways, my steps have not been turned away.

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"I have kept my feet in your ways, my steps have not been turned away."

— Psalms 17:5, Bible in Basic English

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KJV
“Hold up my goings in thy paths, that my footsteps slip not.”
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Psalms 17 — Context

Be my judge; for your eyes see what is right.

You have put my heart to the test, searching me in the night; you have put me to the test and seen no evil purpose in me; I will keep my mouth from sin.

As for the works of men, by the word of your lips I have kept myself from the ways of the violent.

I have kept my feet in your ways, my steps have not been turned away.

My cry has gone up to you, for you will give me an answer, O God: let your ear be turned to me, and give attention to my words.

Make clear the wonder of your mercy, O saviour of those who put their faith in your right hand, from those who come out against them.

Keep me as the light of your eyes, covering me with the shade of your wings,

Psalms 17:5 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 17:5 say?

Psalms 17:5 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “I have kept my feet in your ways, my steps have not been turned away.”

Where is Psalms 17:5 in the Bible?

Psalms 17:5 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 17, verse 5.

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 17:5.

What translation should I read Psalms 17:5 in?

Psalms 17:5 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 17:5?

Psalms 17:5 reads (BBE): “I have kept my feet in your ways, my steps have not been turned away.” 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 17:5 bbe — I have kept my feet in your ways, my steps have not been turned away.

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