Psalms 59:15 kjva — Let them wander up and down for meat, and grudge if they be not satisfied.

King James Version with Apocrypha

"Let them wander up and down for meat, and grudge if they be not satisfied."

— Psalms 59:15, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Psalms 59 — Context

12

For the sin of their mouth and the words of their lips let them even be taken in their pride: and for cursing and lying which they speak.

13

Consume them in wrath, consume them, that they may not be: and let them know that God ruleth in Jacob unto the ends of the earth. Selah.

14

And at evening let them return; and let them make a noise like a dog, and go round about the city.

15

Let them wander up and down for meat, and grudge if they be not satisfied.

16

But I will sing of thy power; yea, I will sing aloud of thy mercy in the morning: for thou hast been my defence and refuge in the day of my trouble.

17

Unto thee, O my strength, will I sing: for God is my defence, and the God of my mercy.

Psalms 59:15 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 59:15 say?
Psalms 59:15 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “Let them wander up and down for meat, and grudge if they be not satisfied.”
Where is Psalms 59:15 in the Bible?
Psalms 59:15 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 59, 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 59:15.
What translation should I read Psalms 59:15 in?
Psalms 59:15 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 59:15?
Psalms 59:15 reads (KJVA): “Let them wander up and down for meat, and grudge if they be not satisfied.” 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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