Psalms 69:23 bbe — Let their eyes be blind so that they may not see; let their bodies for ever be shaking.

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"Let their eyes be blind so that they may not see; let their bodies for ever be shaking."

— Psalms 69:23, Bible in Basic English

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“Let their eyes be darkened, so that they can't see. Let their backs be continually bent.”
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Psalms 69 — Context

My heart is broken by bitter words, I am full of grief; I made a search for some to have pity on me, but there was no one; I had no comforter.

They gave me poison for my food; and bitter wine for my drink.

Let their table before them be for their destruction; let their feasts become a net to take them.

Let their eyes be blind so that they may not see; let their bodies for ever be shaking.

Let your curse come on them; let the heat of your wrath overtake them.

Give their houses to destruction, and let there be no one in their tents.

Because they are cruel to him against whom your hand is turned; they make bitter the grief of him who is wounded by you.

Psalms 69:23 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 69:23 say?

Psalms 69:23 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “Let their eyes be blind so that they may not see; let their bodies for ever be shaking.”

Where is Psalms 69:23 in the Bible?

Psalms 69:23 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 69, verse 23.

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 69:23.

What translation should I read Psalms 69:23 in?

Psalms 69:23 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 69:23?

Psalms 69:23 reads (BBE): “Let their eyes be blind so that they may not see; let their bodies for ever be shaking.” 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.

Psalms 69:23 bbe — Let their eyes be blind so that they may not see; let their bodies for ever be shaking.

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