Psalms 31:15 web — My times are in your hand. Deliver me from the hand of my enemies, and from those who persecute me.

World English Bible

"My times are in your hand. Deliver me from the hand of my enemies, and from those who persecute me."

— Psalms 31:15, World English Bible

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Psalms 31 — Context

12

I am forgotten from their hearts like a dead man. I am like broken pottery.

13

For I have heard the slander of many, terror on every side, while they conspire together against me, they plot to take away my life.

14

But I trust in you, Yahweh. I said, "You are my God."

15

My times are in your hand. Deliver me from the hand of my enemies, and from those who persecute me.

16

Make your face to shine on your servant. Save me in your loving kindness.

17

Let me not be disappointed, Yahweh, for I have called on you. Let the wicked be disappointed. Let them be silent in Sheol.

18

Let the lying lips be mute, which speak against the righteous insolently, with pride and contempt.

Psalms 31:15 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 31:15 say?
Psalms 31:15 in the World English Bible reads: “My times are in your hand. Deliver me from the hand of my enemies, and from those who persecute me.”
Where is Psalms 31:15 in the Bible?
Psalms 31:15 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 31, verse 15.
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 31:15.
What translation should I read Psalms 31:15 in?
Psalms 31:15 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 31:15?
Psalms 31:15 reads (WEB): “My times are in your hand. Deliver me from the hand of my enemies, and from those who persecute me.” 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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