Psalms 26:9 net — Do not sweep me away with sinners, or execute me along with violent people,

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"Do not sweep me away with sinners, or execute me along with violent people,"

— Psalms 26:9, NET Bible

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Psalms 26 — Context

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I maintain a pure lifestyle, so I can appear before your altar, O LORD,

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to give you thanks, and to tell about all your amazing deeds.

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O LORD, I love the temple where you live, the place where your splendor is revealed.

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Do not sweep me away with sinners, or execute me along with violent people,

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who are always ready to do wrong or offer a bribe.

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But I have integrity! Rescue me and have mercy on me!

12

I am safe, and among the worshipers I will praise the LORD.

Psalms 26:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 26:9 say?
Psalms 26:9 in the NET Bible reads: “Do not sweep me away with sinners, or execute me along with violent people,”
Where is Psalms 26:9 in the Bible?
Psalms 26:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 26, verse 9.
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 26:9.
What translation should I read Psalms 26:9 in?
Psalms 26:9 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 26:9?
Psalms 26:9 reads (NET): “Do not sweep me away with sinners, or execute me along with violent people,” 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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