New International Version My steps have held to your paths; my feet have not stumbled. New Living Translation My steps have stayed on your path; I have not wavered from following you. English Standard Version My steps have held fast to your paths; my feet have not slipped. Berean Standard Bible My steps have held to Your paths; my feet have not slipped. Berean Literal Bible To uphold my steps on Your paths, my footsteps are not shaken. King James Bible Hold up my goings in thy paths, that my footsteps slip not. New King James Version Uphold my steps in Your paths, That my footsteps may not slip. New American Standard Bible My steps have held to Your paths. My feet have not slipped. NASB 1995 My steps have held fast to Your paths. My feet have not slipped. NASB 1977 My steps have held fast to Thy paths. My feet have not slipped. Legacy Standard Bible My steps have held fast to Your paths. My footsteps have not stumbled. Amplified Bible My steps have held closely to Your paths; My feet have not staggered. Berean Annotated Bible My steps have held to Your paths; my feet have not slipped. Christian Standard Bible My steps are on your paths; my feet have not slipped. Holman Christian Standard Bible My steps are on Your paths; my feet have not slipped. American Standard Version My steps have held fast to thy paths, My feet have not slipped. Contemporary English Version I have followed you, without ever stumbling. English Revised Version My steps have held fast to thy paths, my feet have not slipped. GOD'S WORD® Translation my steps have remained firmly in your paths. My feet have not slipped. Good News Translation I have always walked in your way and have never strayed from it. International Standard Version Because my steps have held fast to your paths, my footsteps have not faltered. NET Bible I carefully obey your commands; I do not deviate from them. New Heart English Bible My steps have held fast to your paths. My feet have not slipped. Webster's Bible Translation Uphold my goings in thy paths, that my footsteps slip not. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleMy steps have held to Your paths; my feet have not slipped. World English Bible My steps have held fast to your paths. My feet have not slipped. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionTo uphold my goings in Your paths, "" My steps have not slipped. Berean Literal Bible To uphold my steps on Your paths, my footsteps are not shaken. Young's Literal Translation To uphold my goings in Thy paths, My steps have not slidden. Smith's Literal Translation Hold up my being straight in thy ways, my steps be not moved. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BiblePerfect thou my goings in thy paths: that my footsteps be not moved. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible My steps have kept to your paths; my feet have not faltered. New Revised Standard Version My steps have held fast to your paths; my feet have not slipped. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThou hast strengthened my goings in thy paths, that my footsteps slip not. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated You have supported my goings in your paths that my steps would not slip. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917My steps have held fast to Thy paths, My feet have not slipped. Brenton Septuagint Translation Direct my steps in thy paths, that my steps slip not. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Hear My Righteous Plea…4As for the deeds of men—by the word of Your lips I have avoided the ways of the violent. 5My steps have held to Your paths; my feet have not slipped. 6I call on You, O God, for You will answer me. Incline Your ear to me; hear my words.… Cross References My steps have held to Your paths; Job 23:11 My feet have followed in His tracks; I have kept His way without turning aside. Psalm 44:18 Our hearts have not turned back; our steps have not strayed from Your path. Proverbs 4:26-27 Make a level path for your feet, and all your ways will be sure. / Do not swerve to the right or to the left; turn your feet away from evil. my feet have not slipped. Psalm 18:36 You broaden the path beneath me so that my ankles do not give way. 2 Samuel 22:37 You broaden the path beneath me so that my ankles do not give way. Psalm 66:9 He preserves our lives and keeps our feet from slipping. Psalm 119:133 Order my steps in Your word; let no sin rule over me. Isaiah 26:7 The path of the righteous is level; You clear a straight path for the upright. Proverbs 16:9 A man’s heart plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps. Psalm 37:23 The steps of a man are ordered by the LORD who takes delight in his journey. Psalm 119:105 Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. Psalm 119:101 I have kept my feet from every evil path, that I may keep Your word. Psalm 119:9 How can a young man keep his way pure? By guarding it according to Your word. 1 Peter 2:21 For to this you were called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in His footsteps: 1 John 2:6 Whoever claims to abide in Him must walk as Jesus walked. Ephesians 5:15 Pay careful attention, then, to how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, Treasury of Scripture Hold up my goings in your paths, that my footsteps slip not. Hold Psalm 119:116,117,133 Uphold me according unto thy word, that I may live: and let me not be ashamed of my hope… Psalm 121:3,7 He will not suffer thy foot to be moved: he that keepeth thee will not slumber… 1 Samuel 2:9 He will keep the feet of his saints, and the wicked shall be silent in darkness; for by strength shall no man prevail. that Psalm 18:36 Thou hast enlarged my steps under me, that my feet did not slip. Psalm 38:16 For I said, Hear me, lest otherwise they should rejoice over me: when my foot slippeth, they magnify themselves against me. Psalm 94:18 When I said, My foot slippeth; thy mercy, O LORD, held me up. slip not [Heb. Jump to Previous Fast Feet Footsteps Goings Held Hold Holdest Kept Paths Slidden Slip Slipped Steps Turned Uphold WaysJump to Next Fast Feet Footsteps Goings Held Hold Holdest Kept Paths Slidden Slip Slipped Steps Turned Uphold WaysPsalm 17 1. David, in confidence of his integrity, craves defense of God against his enemies10. He shows their pride, craft, and eagerness 13. He prays against them in confidence of his hope My steps have held to Your paths; David testifies that his conduct has remained aligned with God’s revealed ways. The image of a path portrays a settled course of righteous obedience rather than a momentary decision. In a land marked by rough terrain and dangerous travel, remaining on a known path conveyed safety, direction, and steadfastness. Job 23:11 My feet have followed in His tracks; I have kept His way…… my feet have not slipped. David attributes his stability to God’s sustaining care as he seeks to live uprightly amid accusation and opposition. He does not claim sinlessness, but affirms that he has not abandoned the course of obedience or been overcome by the pressures surrounding him. Psa 18:36 You broaden the path beneath me so that… Persons / Places / Events 1. David- The author of Psalm 17, David is expressing his reliance on God for guidance and protection. He is often seen as a model of faith and trust in God, despite his human flaws. 2. God - The central figure to whom David is praying. God is portrayed as the guide and protector of those who follow His ways. 3. Paths - Symbolic of the righteous ways and commandments of God. David is committed to following these divine paths. 4. Feet - Represents the actions and decisions of a person. David's feet not slipping indicates his steadfastness in following God's ways. 5. Righteousness - An underlying theme in this Psalm, emphasizing living in accordance with God's will and commands. Teaching Points Commitment to God's GuidanceJust as David committed his steps to God's paths, believers today are called to seek and follow God's guidance in every aspect of life. Steadfastness in Faith David's declaration that his feet have not slipped serves as an encouragement to remain steadfast in faith, even amidst challenges. The Importance of Righteous Living Walking in God's paths involves living a life that aligns with His righteousness, which requires daily commitment and intentionality. Trust in God's Protection By holding to God's paths, believers can trust in His protection and provision, knowing that He will keep them from slipping. Reflection on Personal Walk This verse invites believers to reflect on their own spiritual journey and consider whether their steps are aligned with God's paths. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Psalm 17:5?2. How can we ensure our "steps have held to Your paths" daily? 3. What does Psalm 17:5 teach about God's guidance in our lives? 4. How does Psalm 17:5 connect with Proverbs 3:5-6 on trusting God? 5. In what ways can we avoid "slipping" in our spiritual walk today? 6. How can Psalm 17:5 inspire us to seek God's direction in decisions? 7. How does Psalm 17:5 guide a believer's daily walk with God? 8. What historical context influences the interpretation of Psalm 17:5? 9. How does Psalm 17:5 reflect the theme of divine guidance? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 17? (5) Hold up.--Not, as in the Authorised Version, imperative, which is directly opposed to the context. The psalmist still asserts his innocence. Render:-- My course kept close in thy tracks, My footsteps have not wavered. (Comp. Job 23:11; Psalm 41:12.) Paths.--Literally, wheel-tracks.Verse 5. - Hold thou up my goings in thy paths, that my footsteps slip not. So De Wette and Rosenmuller; but most recent critics prefer to consider the words as an assertion rather than a prayer, and translate, "My steps have held fast to thy paths: [therefore] my feet have not been moved" (Kay, Hengstenberg, Alexander, Cheyne, 'Speaker's Commentary,' Revised Version). Psalm 17:5 is David’s firsthand testimony: because he deliberately places his steps on God’s revealed path, he enjoys God-given stability. Careful obedience, conscious submission, and confident security always travel together for the believer who walks the same way today. Psalm 17:5 NIV |
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