Psalms 5:8 akjv — Lead me, O LORD, in your righteousness because of my enemies; make your way straight before my face.

American King James Version

" Lead me, O LORD, in your righteousness because of my enemies; make your way straight before my face. "

— Psalms 5:8, American King James Version

Read in Another Translation

5 of 21 translations

Psalms 5:8 in Other Translations

7 versions All translations

Psalms 5 — Context

5

The foolish shall not stand in your sight: you hate all workers of iniquity.

6

You shall destroy them that speak leasing: the LORD will abhor the bloody and deceitful man.

7

But as for me, I will come into your house in the multitude of your mercy: and in your fear will I worship toward your holy temple.

8

Lead me, O LORD, in your righteousness because of my enemies; make your way straight before my face.

9

For there is no faithfulness in their mouth; their inward part is very wickedness; their throat is an open sepulcher; they flatter with their tongue.

10

Destroy you them, O God; let them fall by their own counsels; cast them out in the multitude of their transgressions; for they have rebelled against you.

11

But let all those that put their trust in you rejoice: let them ever shout for joy, because you defend them: let them also that love your name be joyful in you.

Psalms 5:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Psalms 5:8 say?
Psalms 5:8 in the American King James Version reads: “ Lead me, O LORD, in your righteousness because of my enemies; make your way straight before my face. ”
Where is Psalms 5:8 in the Bible?
Psalms 5:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 5, verse 8.
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 5:8.
What translation should I read Psalms 5:8 in?
Psalms 5:8 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 5:8?
Psalms 5:8 reads (AKJV): “ Lead me, O LORD, in your righteousness because of my enemies; make your way straight before my face. ” 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.
GodsGoodBook logo

GodsGoodBook

Making God's Word accessible to everyone

Experience the Bible like never before with multiple translations, powerful search tools, and features to make God's Word personal to you. Completely free, forever.

Features

15+ Bible Translations
Powerful Search Tools
Highlight & Annotate
Share Verses
100% Free Forever
© 2025 GodsGoodBookVersion 1.8.2