Psalms 55:13 kjv — But it was thou, a man mine equal, my guide, and mine acquaintance.

King James Version

"But it was thou, a man mine equal, my guide, and mine acquaintance."

— Psalms 55:13, King James Version

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Psalms 55 — Context

10

Day and night they go about it upon the walls thereof: mischief also and sorrow are in the midst of it.

11

Wickedness is in the midst thereof: deceit and guile depart not from her streets.

12

For it was not an enemy that reproached me; then I could have borne it: neither was it he that hated me that did magnify himself against me; then I would have hid myself from him:

13

But it was thou, a man mine equal, my guide, and mine acquaintance.

14

We took sweet counsel together, and walked unto the house of God in company.

15

Let death seize upon them, and let them go down quick into hell: for wickedness is in their dwellings, and among them.

16

As for me, I will call upon God; and the Lord shall save me.

Psalms 55:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 55:13 say?
Psalms 55:13 in the King James Version reads: “But it was thou, a man mine equal, my guide, and mine acquaintance.”
Where is Psalms 55:13 in the Bible?
Psalms 55:13 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 55, verse 13.
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 55:13.
What translation should I read Psalms 55:13 in?
Psalms 55:13 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 55:13?
Psalms 55:13 reads (KJV): “But it was thou, a man mine equal, my guide, and mine acquaintance.” 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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