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Psalms 25:20 asv — Oh keep my soul, and deliver me: Let me not be put to shame, for I take refuge in thee.

American Standard Version

"Oh keep my soul, and deliver me: Let me not be put to shame, for I take refuge in thee. "

— Psalms 25:20, American Standard Version

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Psalms 25 — Context

17

The troubles of my heart are enlarged: Oh bring thou me out of my distresses.

18

Consider mine affliction and my travail; And forgive all my sins.

19

Consider mine enemies, for they are many; And they hate me with cruel hatred.

20

Oh keep my soul, and deliver me: Let me not be put to shame, for I take refuge in thee.

21

Let integrity and uprightness preserve me, For I wait for thee.

22

Redeem Israel, O God, Out of all his troubles.

Psalms 25:20 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 25:20 say?
Psalms 25:20 in the American Standard Version reads: “Oh keep my soul, and deliver me: Let me not be put to shame, for I take refuge in thee. ”
Where is Psalms 25:20 in the Bible?
Psalms 25:20 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 25, verse 20.
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 25:20.
What translation should I read Psalms 25:20 in?
Psalms 25:20 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 25:20?
Psalms 25:20 reads (ASV): “Oh keep my soul, and deliver me: Let me not be put to shame, for I take refuge in thee. ” 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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