New International Version I lead a blameless life; deliver me and be merciful to me. New Living Translation But I am not like that; I live with integrity. So redeem me and show me mercy. English Standard Version But as for me, I shall walk in my integrity; redeem me, and be gracious to me. Berean Standard Bible But I will walk with integrity; redeem me and be merciful to me. Berean Literal Bible And I, in my integrity, walk; redeem me and be merciful to me. King James Bible But as for me, I will walk in mine integrity: redeem me, and be merciful unto me. New King James Version But as for me, I will walk in my integrity; Redeem me and be merciful to me. New American Standard Bible But as for me, I will walk in my integrity; Redeem me, and be gracious to me. NASB 1995 But as for me, I shall walk in my integrity; Redeem me, and be gracious to me. NASB 1977 But as for me, I shall walk in my integrity; Redeem me, and be gracious to me. Legacy Standard Bible But as for me, I shall walk in my integrity; Redeem me, and be gracious to me. Amplified Bible But as for me, I shall walk in my integrity; Redeem me and be merciful and gracious to me. Berean Annotated Bible But I will walk with integrity; redeem me and be merciful to me. Christian Standard Bible But I live with integrity; redeem me and be gracious to me. Holman Christian Standard Bible But I live with integrity; redeem me and be gracious to me. American Standard Version But as for me, I will walk in mine integrity: Redeem me, and be merciful unto me. Contemporary English Version I stay true to myself. Be kind and rescue me. English Revised Version But as for me, I will walk in mine integrity: redeem me, and be merciful unto me. GOD'S WORD® Translation But I walk with integrity. Rescue me, and have pity on me. Good News Translation As for me, I do what is right; be merciful to me and save me! International Standard Version But as for me, I walk in my integrity. Redeem me and be gracious to me! NET Bible But I have integrity! Rescue me and have mercy on me! New Heart English Bible But as for me, I will walk in my integrity. Redeem me, and be merciful to me. Webster's Bible Translation But as for me, I will walk in my integrity: redeem me, and be merciful to me. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleBut I will walk with integrity; redeem me and be merciful to me. World English Bible But as for me, I will walk in my integrity. Redeem me, and be merciful to me. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd I walk in my integrity, "" Redeem me, and favor me. Berean Literal Bible And I, in my integrity, walk; redeem me and be merciful to me. Young's Literal Translation And I, in mine integrity I walk, Redeem me, and favour me. Smith's Literal Translation And I, I will go in mine integrity: redeem me and pity me. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBut as for me, I have walked in my innocence: redeem me, and have mercy on me. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible But I walk in my integrity; redeem me, be gracious to me! New Revised Standard Version But as for me, I walk in my integrity; redeem me, and be gracious to me. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBut as for me, I will walk in my integrity; save me and be merciful unto me. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated I have walked in my perfection; save me and have compassion upon me. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917But as for me, I will walk in mine integrity; Redeem me, and be gracious unto me. Brenton Septuagint Translation But I have walked in my innocence: redeem me, and have mercy upon me. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Vindicate Me, O LORD…10in whose hands are wicked schemes, whose right hands are full of bribes. 11But I will walk with integrity; redeem me and be merciful to me. 12My feet stand on level ground; in the congregations I will bless the LORD.… Cross References But I will walk with integrity; Psalm 101:2 I will ponder the way that is blameless—when will You come to me? I will walk in my house with integrity of heart. Proverbs 10:9 He who walks in integrity walks securely, but he who perverts his ways will be found out. Proverbs 20:7 The righteous man walks with integrity; blessed are his children after him. redeem me Psalm 69:18 Draw near to my soul and redeem me; ransom me because of my foes. Psalm 119:154 Defend my cause and redeem me; revive me according to Your word. Psalm 31:5 Into Your hands I commit my spirit; You have redeemed me, O LORD, God of truth. and be merciful to me. Luke 18:13 But the tax collector stood at a distance, unwilling even to lift up his eyes to heaven. Instead, he beat his breast and said, ‘God, have mercy on me, a sinner!’ Psalm 57:1 For the choirmaster. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” A Miktam of David, when he fled from Saul into the cave. Have mercy on me, O God, have mercy, for in You my soul takes refuge. In the shadow of Your wings I will take shelter until the danger has passed. Psalm 6:2 Be merciful to me, O LORD, for I am frail; heal me, O LORD, for my bones are in agony. Psalm 15:2 He who walks with integrity and practices righteousness, who speaks the truth from his heart, Psalm 86:11 Teach me Your way, O LORD, that I may walk in Your truth. Give me an undivided heart, that I may fear Your name. Psalm 101:6 My eyes favor the faithful of the land, that they may dwell with me; he who walks in the way of integrity shall minister to me. Psalm 119:1 Blessed are those whose way is blameless, who walk in the Law of the LORD. Proverbs 2:7 He stores up sound wisdom for the upright; He is a shield to those who walk with integrity, Proverbs 28:18 He who walks with integrity will be kept safe, but whoever is perverse in his ways will suddenly fall. Isaiah 33:15-16 He who walks righteously and speaks with sincerity, who refuses gain from extortion, whose hand never takes a bribe, who stops his ears against murderous plots and shuts his eyes tightly against evil— / he will dwell on the heights; the mountain fortress will be his refuge; his food will be provided and his water assured. Treasury of Scripture But as for me, I will walk in my integrity: redeem me, and be merciful to me. I will Psalm 26:1 A Psalm of David. Judge me, O LORD; for I have walked in mine integrity: I have trusted also in the LORD; therefore I shall not slide. 1 Samuel 12:2-5 And now, behold, the king walketh before you: and I am old and grayheaded; and, behold, my sons are with you: and I have walked before you from my childhood unto this day… 2 Chronicles 31:20,21 And thus did Hezekiah throughout all Judah, and wrought that which was good and right and truth before the LORD his God… redeem Psalm 49:7,15 None of them can by any means redeem his brother, nor give to God a ransom for him: … Psalm 69:18 Draw nigh unto my soul, and redeem it: deliver me because of mine enemies. Titus 2:14 Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works. and Psalm 103:3,4,7,8 Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases; … Nehemiah 13:14,22,31 Remember me, O my God, concerning this, and wipe not out my good deeds that I have done for the house of my God, and for the offices thereof… Jump to Previous Blameless Favour Gracious Integrity Lead Merciful Mercy Redeem Saviour Upright Walk WaysJump to Next Blameless Favour Gracious Integrity Lead Merciful Mercy Redeem Saviour Upright Walk WaysPsalm 26 1. David resorts to God in confidence of his integrityBut I will walk with integrity; David resolves to live blamelessly before God, maintaining a faithful and upright course despite the wickedness surrounding him. His confidence rests not in sinless perfection but in a sincere devotion to the Lord. Psa 101:2 I will ponder the way that is blameless—… redeem me Knowing his need for God’s deliverance, David asks the Lord to preserve him from his enemies and from the consequences of sin. God alone is able to rescue His people and restore them. Psa 69:18 Draw near to my soul and redeem me; ransom me… and be merciful to me. David appeals to God’s compassion, acknowledging that even the upright depend on divine mercy. The Lord receives those who seek Him in humility and grants forgiveness according to His steadfast love. Luk 18:13 But the tax collector stood at a distance,… Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidTraditionally attributed as the author of Psalm 26, David is expressing his commitment to living a life of integrity before God. 2. God The ultimate judge and redeemer, to whom David appeals for mercy and redemption. 3. Temple While not directly mentioned in this verse, the context of Psalm 26 suggests David's desire to worship in God's holy place, emphasizing his commitment to purity and integrity. Teaching Points Walking with IntegrityIntegrity involves consistency in moral and ethical principles, aligning one's actions with God's standards. It requires a conscious decision to live transparently before God and others, even when it is challenging. Seeking Redemption and Mercy Acknowledging our need for God's redemption and mercy is crucial, as human efforts alone cannot achieve righteousness. This verse reminds us of the importance of humility and dependence on God's grace. The Role of Faith in Integrity Faith in God empowers believers to maintain integrity, trusting that He will redeem and show mercy. Integrity is not just about external actions but is deeply rooted in one's relationship with God. Practical Steps to Integrity Regular self-examination and confession of sins help maintain a life of integrity. Engaging in community and accountability with other believers supports a lifestyle of integrity. Living as a Witness Walking with integrity serves as a testimony to others, reflecting God's character and drawing others to Him. Our integrity can influence and inspire those around us to seek God and His ways. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Psalm 26:11?2. How can we "walk with integrity" in our daily Christian lives today? 3. What does "redeem me" in Psalm 26:11 reveal about God's grace? 4. How does Psalm 26:11 connect with Ephesians 5:8 about living righteously? 5. In what ways can we seek God's "mercy" in challenging situations? 6. How does walking in integrity strengthen our witness to non-believers? 7. How does Psalm 26:11 reflect the concept of personal integrity in a believer's life? 8. What historical context influenced the writing of Psalm 26:11? 9. How does Psalm 26:11 align with the overall message of the Book of Psalms? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 26? Verse 11. - But as for me, I will walk in mine integrity; i.e. I will continue to walk as I have walked hitherto (see ver. 1) - I will be "integer vitae scelerisque purus" - a brave and good resolve. Had he but kept to it! Redeem me, and be merciful unto me (compare the comment on ver. 1). Though hitherto he has walked innocently, and is resolved still to continue to walk innocently; he nevertheless feels that he has need of redeeming mercy. Though he "knows nothing by himself, yet he is not thereby justified" (1 Corinthians 4:4). Many, doubtless, are his "secret sins," which God has "set in the light of his countenance" (Psalm 90:8). Psalm 26:11 balances personal resolve with humble reliance. David commits to an authentic, blameless walk, yet he knows that only God’s redeeming power and overflowing mercy can secure and sustain that path. Integrity is the believer’s choice; redemption and mercy are the Lord’s gracious gifts, perfectly joined in a life that trusts Him completely. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew But Iוַ֭אֲנִי (wa·’ă·nî) Conjunctive waw | Pronoun - first person common singular Strong's 589: I will walk אֵלֵ֗ךְ (’ê·lêḵ) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - first person common singular Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk with integrity; בְּתֻמִּ֥י (bə·ṯum·mî) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 8537: Completeness, integrity, also part of the high priest's breastplate redeem me פְּדֵ֣נִי (pə·ḏê·nî) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular | first person common singular Strong's 6299: To sever, ransom, gener, to release, preserve and be merciful to me. וְחָנֵּֽנִי׃ (wə·ḥān·nê·nî) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular | first person common singular Strong's 2603: To bend, stoop in kindness to an inferior, to favor, bestow, to implore Additonal Resources Psalm 26:11 Blue Letter BiblePsalm 26:11 Bible Gateway Psalm 26:11 Bible.com Psalm 26:11 NIV |
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