Psalm 119:115
New International Version
Away from me, you evildoers, that I may keep the commands of my God!

New Living Translation
Get out of my life, you evil-minded people, for I intend to obey the commands of my God.

English Standard Version
Depart from me, you evildoers, that I may keep the commandments of my God.

Berean Standard Bible
Depart from me, you evildoers, that I may obey the commandments of my God.

King James Bible
Depart from me, ye evildoers: for I will keep the commandments of my God.

New King James Version
Depart from me, you evildoers, For I will keep the commandments of my God!

New American Standard Bible
Leave me, you evildoers, So that I may comply with the commandments of my God.

NASB 1995
Depart from me, evildoers, That I may observe the commandments of my God.

NASB 1977
Depart from me, evildoers, That I may observe the commandments of my God.

Legacy Standard Bible
Depart from me, evildoers, That I may observe the commandments of my God.

Amplified Bible
Leave me, you evildoers, That I may keep the commandments of my God [honoring and obeying them].

Christian Standard Bible
Depart from me, you evil ones, so that I may obey my God’s commands.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Depart from me, you evil ones, so that I may obey my God’s commands.

American Standard Version
Depart from me, ye evil-doers, That I may keep the commandments of my God.

Contemporary English Version
All you worthless people, get away from me! I am determined to obey the commands of my God.

English Revised Version
Depart from me, ye evil-doers; that I may keep the commandments of my God.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Get away from me, you evildoers, so that I can obey the commandments of my God.

Good News Translation
Go away from me, you sinful people. I will obey the commands of my God.

International Standard Version
Leave me, you who practice evil, that I may observe the commands of my God.

Majority Standard Bible
Depart from me, you evildoers, that I may obey the commandments of my God.

NET Bible
Turn away from me, you evil men, so that I can observe the commands of my God.

New Heart English Bible
Depart from me, you evildoers, that I may keep the commandments of my God.

Webster's Bible Translation
Depart from me, ye evil-doers: for I will keep the commandments of my God.

World English Bible
Depart from me, you evildoers, that I may keep the commandments of my God.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Turn aside from me, you evildoers, "" And I keep the commands of my God.

Young's Literal Translation
Turn aside from me, ye evil-doers, And I keep the commands of my God.

Smith's Literal Translation
Depart from me, ye doing evil, and I will watch the commands of my God.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Depart from me, ye malignant: and I will search the commandments of my God.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Turn away from me, you malignant ones. And I will examine the commandments of my God.

New American Bible
Depart from me, you wicked, that I may keep the commandments of my God.

New Revised Standard Version
Go away from me, you evildoers, that I may keep the commandments of my God.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Depart from me, O you evildoers, that I may keep the commandments of my God.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Depart from me, you evil ones, that I may keep the commandments of my God!
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Depart from me, ye evildoers; That I may keep the commandments of my God.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Depart from me, ye evil-doers; for I will search out the commandments of my God.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Your Word is a Lamp to My Feet
114You are my hiding place and my shield; I put my hope in Your word. 115Depart from me, you evildoers, that I may obey the commandments of my God. 116Sustain me as You promised, that I may live; let me not be ashamed of my hope.…

Cross References
James 4:7
Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.

2 Corinthians 6:17
“Therefore come out from among them and be separate, says the Lord. Touch no unclean thing, and I will receive you.”

1 Corinthians 15:33
Do not be deceived: “Bad company corrupts good character.”

2 Timothy 2:19
Nevertheless, God’s firm foundation stands, bearing this seal: “The Lord knows those who are His,” and, “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord must turn away from iniquity.”

Ephesians 5:11
Have no fellowship with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather expose them.

Romans 16:17
Now I urge you, brothers, to watch out for those who create divisions and obstacles that are contrary to the teaching you have learned. Turn away from them.

1 Peter 3:11
He must turn from evil and do good; he must seek peace and pursue it.

1 John 3:7-8
Little children, let no one deceive you: The one who practices righteousness is righteous, just as Christ is righteous. / The one who practices sin is of the devil, because the devil has been sinning from the very start. This is why the Son of God was revealed, to destroy the works of the devil.

Matthew 7:23
Then I will tell them plainly, ‘I never knew you; depart from Me, you workers of lawlessness!’

2 Thessalonians 3:6
Now we command you, brothers, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, to keep away from any brother who leads an undisciplined life that is not in keeping with the tradition you received from us.

Proverbs 4:14-15
Do not set foot on the path of the wicked or walk in the way of evildoers. / Avoid it; do not travel on it. Turn from it and pass on by.

Isaiah 52:11
Depart, depart, go out from there! Touch no unclean thing; come out from it, purify yourselves, you who carry the vessels of the LORD.

Proverbs 1:10
My son, if sinners entice you, do not yield to them.

Proverbs 13:20
He who walks with the wise will become wise, but the companion of fools will be destroyed.

Joshua 23:6-8
Be very strong, then, so that you can keep and obey all that is written in the Book of the Law of Moses, not turning aside from it to the right or to the left. / So you are not to associate with these nations that remain among you. You must not call on the names of their gods or swear by them, and you must not serve them or bow down to them. / Instead, you shall hold fast to the LORD your God, as you have done to this day.


Treasury of Scripture

Depart from me, you evildoers: for I will keep the commandments of my God.

depart

Psalm 6:8
Depart from me, all ye workers of iniquity; for the LORD hath heard the voice of my weeping.

Psalm 26:5,9
I have hated the congregation of evil doers; and will not sit with the wicked…

Psalm 139:19
Surely thou wilt slay the wicked, O God: depart from me therefore, ye bloody men.

for I will

Psalm 119:106
I have sworn, and I will perform it, that I will keep thy righteous judgments.

Joshua 24:15
And if it seem evil unto you to serve the LORD, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.

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Psalm 119
1. This psalm contains various prayers, praises, and professions of obedience.
2. Aleph.
9. Beth
17. Gimel
25. Daleth
33. He
41. Waw
49. Zayin
57. Heth
65. Teth
73. Yodh
81. Kaph
89. Lamedh
97. Mem
105. Nun
113. Samekh
121. Ayin
129. Pe
137. Tsadhe
145. Qoph
153. Resh
161. Sin and Shin
169. Taw














Depart from me
The phrase "Depart from me" is a strong imperative, indicating a decisive action to separate oneself from negative influences. In Hebrew, the word used here is "סוּר" (sur), which means to turn aside or remove. This reflects a conscious choice to distance oneself from those who might lead one astray. Historically, this echoes the call for holiness and separation found throughout the Old Testament, where the Israelites were often instructed to avoid the practices of surrounding nations to maintain their covenant relationship with God.

you evildoers
The term "evildoers" is translated from the Hebrew word "רָעִים" (ra'im), which refers to those who commit wickedness or act in a morally wrong manner. In the context of the Psalms, evildoers are often those who oppose God's laws and lead others into sin. This highlights the psalmist's desire to live a life pleasing to God, free from the corrupting influence of those who reject His commandments. The historical context of Israel's struggles with idolatry and moral compromise underscores the importance of this separation.

that I may obey
The phrase "that I may obey" indicates purpose and intention. The Hebrew root here is "שָׁמַר" (shamar), which means to keep, guard, or observe. This suggests a vigilant and active commitment to following God's laws. The psalmist's desire to obey is not passive but requires deliberate action and dedication. This reflects the broader biblical theme of obedience as a response to God's covenant love and faithfulness.

the commandments
"Commandments" in Hebrew is "מִצְוֹת" (mitzvot), referring to the laws and decrees given by God. These commandments are not merely rules but are seen as divine instructions for living a life that honors God. In the historical context of the Old Testament, the commandments were central to the identity and religious life of Israel, serving as a guide for righteous living and a means of maintaining a relationship with God.

of my God
The phrase "of my God" personalizes the relationship between the psalmist and the divine. The use of "my" indicates a personal and covenantal relationship with God, who is not a distant deity but a personal Lord who has given His commandments for the psalmist's benefit and guidance. This reflects the intimate nature of the covenant relationship that God established with His people, where He is both their God and they are His people. The personal possessive underscores the psalmist's commitment to God and His laws, emphasizing a relationship built on love, trust, and obedience.

(115) For.--Better, and. The presence of the wicked was a hindrance to religion. It is Israel trying to purify itself from the leaven of evil influence that speaks. The first clause is from Psalm 6:8.

Verse 115. - Depart from me, ye evildoers. There is no fellowship between light and darkness, between righteousness and unrighteousness (2 Corinthians 10:16). Good men must separate themselves from those who are manifestly workers of iniquity (comp. Psalm 6:8). For I will keep the commandments of my God (see ver. 106). Association with the wicked hinders men from keeping God's Law. Not only is there the danger of corruption (1 Corinthians 15:3;); but, at the best, attention is distracted, and energies weakened.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Depart
סֽוּרוּ־ (sū·rū-)
Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural
Strong's 5493: To turn aside

from me,
מִמֶּ֥נִּי (mim·men·nî)
Preposition | first person common singular
Strong's 4480: A part of, from, out of

you evildoers,
מְרֵעִ֑ים (mə·rê·‘îm)
Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine plural
Strong's 7489: To spoil, to make, good for, nothing, bad

that I may obey
וְ֝אֶצְּרָ֗ה (wə·’eṣ·ṣə·rāh)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect Cohortative - first person common singular
Strong's 5341: To watch, guard, keep

the commandments
מִצְוֺ֥ת (miṣ·wōṯ)
Noun - feminine plural construct
Strong's 4687: Commandment

of my God.
אֱלֹהָֽי׃ (’ĕ·lō·hāy)
Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common singular
Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative


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