Psalms 119:161

161 Rulers persecute me without cause, but my heart trembles at your word.

Psalms 119:161 in Other Translations

KJV
161 SCHIN. Princes have persecuted me without a cause: but my heart standeth in awe of thy word.
ESV
161 Princes persecute me without cause, but my heart stands in awe of your words.
NLT
161 Powerful people harass me without cause, but my heart trembles only at your word.
MSG
161 I've been slandered unmercifully by the politicians, but my awe at your words keeps me stable.
CSB
161 Princes have persecuted me without cause, but my heart fears [only] Your word.

Psalms 119:161 In-Context

159 See how I love your precepts; preserve my life, LORD, in accordance with your love.
160 All your words are true; all your righteous laws are eternal.
161 Rulers persecute me without cause, but my heart trembles at your word.
162 I rejoice in your promise like one who finds great spoil.
163 I hate and detest falsehood but I love your law.

Cross References 2

  • 1. ver 23,122,157; 1 Samuel 24:14-15; 1 Samuel 24:11
  • 2. ver 120
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