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Psalms 119:61

Verse

Berean Standard Bible

Though the ropes of the wicked bind me, I do not forget Your law.

American Standard Version (1901)

The cords of the wicked have wrapped me round; But I have not forgotten thy law.

Bible in Basic English

The cords of evil-doers are round me; but I have kept in mind your law.

Free Bible Version

Even though wicked people try to tie me up, I won't forget your instructions.

Geneva Bible 1599

The bandes of the wicked haue robbed me: but I haue not forgotten thy Lawe.

King James (Authorized) Version

The bands of the wicked have robbed me: but I have not forgotten thy law.

One Unity Resource Bible

The ropes of the wicked bind me, but I won’t forget your Torah ·Teaching·.

Translation for Translators

Wicked people have tried to seize me, like a hunter tries to catch an animal with a net [MET], but I do not forget your laws.

Unlocked Literal Bible

The cords of the wicked have ensnared me; I have not forgotten your law.

Noah Webster Bible

The bands of the wicked have robbed me: but I have not forgotten thy law.

World English Bible

The ropes of the wicked bind me, but I won’t forget your law.

Young's Literal Translation

Cords of the wicked have surrounded me, Thy law I have not forgotten.

Context

Your Word Is a Lamp to My Feet

⁶⁰I hurried without hesitating to keep Your commandments. ⁶¹Though the ropes of the wicked bind me, I do not forget Your law. ⁶²At midnight I rise to give You thanks for Your righteous judgments.

Summary

In this verse, the psalmist expresses his commitment to God's commandments even in the face of opposition and persecution. Despite facing adversity from the wicked, he remains steadfast in his devotion to following God's ways. This verse serves as a reminder of the importance of unwavering faith and obedience to God's Word, especially during challenging times. It encourages believers to stand firm in their beliefs and trust in the Lord's guidance and protection. The psalmist's example inspires perseverance and resilience in the face of trials and temptations.

Commentary

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
John Gill
Matthew Henry
Tyndale

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary

This the more, if opposition of enemies, or love of ease is overcome in thus honoring God's law. have robbed me--better, surrounded me, either as forcible constraints like fetters, or as the cords of their nets. HENGSTENBERG translates, "snares."

Psalms 119:61

Your Word Is a Lamp to My Feet

⁶⁰I hurried without hesitating to keep Your commandments. ⁶¹Though the ropes of the wicked bind me, I do not forget Your law. ⁶²At midnight I rise to give You thanks for Your righteous judgments.

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Berean Standard Bible

Though the ropes of the wicked bind me, I do not forget Your law.

American Standard Version (1901)

The cords of the wicked have wrapped me round; But I have not forgotten thy law.

Bible in Basic English

The cords of evil-doers are round me; but I have kept in mind your law.

Free Bible Version

Even though wicked people try to tie me up, I won't forget your instructions.

Geneva Bible 1599

The bandes of the wicked haue robbed me: but I haue not forgotten thy Lawe.

King James (Authorized) Version

The bands of the wicked have robbed me: but I have not forgotten thy law.

One Unity Resource Bible

The ropes of the wicked bind me, but I won’t forget your Torah ·Teaching·.

Translation for Translators

Wicked people have tried to seize me, like a hunter tries to catch an animal with a net [MET], but I do not forget your laws.

Unlocked Literal Bible

The cords of the wicked have ensnared me; I have not forgotten your law.

Noah Webster Bible

The bands of the wicked have robbed me: but I have not forgotten thy law.

World English Bible

The ropes of the wicked bind me, but I won’t forget your law.

Young's Literal Translation

Cords of the wicked have surrounded me, Thy law I have not forgotten.

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
John Gill
Matthew Henry
Tyndale

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary

This the more, if opposition of enemies, or love of ease is overcome in thus honoring God's law. have robbed me--better, surrounded me, either as forcible constraints like fetters, or as the cords of their nets. HENGSTENBERG translates, "snares."