2 Samuel 22:22
New International Version
For I have kept the ways of the LORD; I am not guilty of turning from my God.

New Living Translation
For I have kept the ways of the LORD; I have not turned from my God to follow evil.

English Standard Version
For I have kept the ways of the LORD and have not wickedly departed from my God.

Berean Standard Bible
For I have kept the ways of the LORD and have not wickedly departed from my God.

King James Bible
For I have kept the ways of the LORD, and have not wickedly departed from my God.

New King James Version
For I have kept the ways of the LORD, And have not wickedly departed from my God.

New American Standard Bible
“For I have kept the ways of the LORD, And have not acted wickedly against my God.

NASB 1995
“For I have kept the ways of the LORD, And have not acted wickedly against my God.

NASB 1977
“For I have kept the ways of the LORD, And have not acted wickedly against my God.

Legacy Standard Bible
For I have kept the ways of Yahweh, And have not wickedly departed from my God.

Amplified Bible
“For I have kept the ways of the LORD, And have not acted wickedly against my God.

Christian Standard Bible
For I have kept the ways of the LORD and have not turned from my God to wickedness.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
For I have kept the ways of the LORD and have not turned from my God to wickedness.

American Standard Version
For I have kept the ways of Jehovah, And have not wickedly departed from my God.

Contemporary English Version
I do what you want and never turn to do evil.

English Revised Version
For I have kept the ways of the LORD, and have not wickedly departed from my God.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
because I have kept the ways of the LORD and I have not wickedly turned away from my God,

Good News Translation
I have obeyed the law of the LORD; I have not turned away from my God.

International Standard Version
because I have kept the LORD's way— I haven't willfully abandoned my God—

Majority Standard Bible
For I have kept the ways of the LORD and have not wickedly departed from my God.

NET Bible
For I have obeyed the LORD's commands; I have not rebelled against my God.

New Heart English Bible
For I have kept the ways of the LORD, and have not wickedly departed from my God.

Webster's Bible Translation
For I have kept the ways of the LORD, and have not wickedly departed from my God.

World English Bible
For I have kept Yahweh’s ways, and have not wickedly departed from my God.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
For I have kept the ways of YHWH, "" And have not done wickedly against my God.

Young's Literal Translation
For I have kept the ways of Jehovah, And have not done wickedly against my God.

Smith's Literal Translation
For I have watched the ways of Jehovah, And I acted not wickedly away from my God.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Because I have kept the ways of the Lord, and have not wickedly departed from my God.

Catholic Public Domain Version
For I have kept to the ways of the Lord, and I have not acted impiously before my God.

New American Bible
For I kept the ways of the LORD; I was not disloyal to my God.

New Revised Standard Version
For I have kept the ways of the LORD, and have not wickedly departed from my God.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
For I have kept the ways of the LORD and have not rebelled against my God.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Because I have kept the ways of LORD JEHOVAH and I have not revolted from my God
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
For I have kept the ways of the LORD, And have not wickedly departed from my God.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Because, I kept the ways of the Lord, and did not wickedly depart from my God.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
David's Song of Deliverance
21The LORD has rewarded me according to my righteousness; He has repaid me according to the cleanness of my hands. 22For I have kept the ways of the LORD and have not wickedly departed from my God. 23For all His ordinances are before me; I have not disregarded His statutes.…

Cross References
Psalm 18:21
For I have kept the ways of the LORD and have not wickedly departed from my God.

Psalm 119:1-3
Blessed are those whose way is blameless, who walk in the Law of the LORD. / Blessed are those who keep His testimonies and seek Him with all their heart. / They do no iniquity; they walk in His ways.

Proverbs 8:32-33
Now therefore, my sons, listen to me, for blessed are those who keep my ways. / Listen to instruction and be wise; do not ignore it.

1 Kings 3:14
So if you walk in My ways and keep My statutes and commandments, just as your father David did, I will prolong your days.”

1 Kings 9:4
And as for you, if you walk before Me as your father David walked, with a heart of integrity and uprightness, doing all I have commanded you, and if you keep My statutes and ordinances,

1 Kings 11:38
If you listen to all that I command you, walk in My ways, and do what is right in My sight in order to keep My statutes and commandments as My servant David did, then I will be with you. I will build you a lasting dynasty just as I built for David, and I will give Israel to you.

2 Kings 20:3
“Please, O LORD, remember how I have walked before You faithfully and with wholehearted devotion; I have done what is good in Your sight.” And Hezekiah wept bitterly.

Job 23:11-12
My feet have followed in His tracks; I have kept His way without turning aside. / I have not departed from the command of His lips; I have treasured the words of His mouth more than my daily bread.

Isaiah 38:3
saying, “Please, O LORD, remember how I have walked before You faithfully and with wholehearted devotion; I have done what is good in Your sight.” And Hezekiah wept bitterly.

Ezekiel 18:21
But if the wicked man turns from all the sins he has committed, keeps all My statutes, and does what is just and right, he will surely live; he will not die.

Ezekiel 18:27
But if a wicked man turns from the wickedness he has committed and does what is just and right, he will save his life.

Matthew 7:21-23
Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only he who does the will of My Father in heaven. / Many will say to Me on that day, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in Your name, and in Your name drive out demons and perform many miracles?’ / Then I will tell them plainly, ‘I never knew you; depart from Me, you workers of lawlessness!’

John 14:15
If you love Me, you will keep My commandments.

John 15:10
If you keep My commandments, you will remain in My love, just as I have kept My Father’s commandments and remain in His love.

Romans 2:13
For it is not the hearers of the law who are righteous before God, but it is the doers of the law who will be declared righteous.


Treasury of Scripture

For I have kept the ways of the LORD, and have not wickedly departed from my God.

I have kept

Numbers 16:15
And Moses was very wroth, and said unto the LORD, Respect not thou their offering: I have not taken one ass from them, neither have I hurt one of them.

1 Samuel 12:3
Behold, here I am: witness against me before the LORD, and before his anointed: whose ox have I taken? or whose ass have I taken? or whom have I defrauded? whom have I oppressed? or of whose hand have I received any bribe to blind mine eyes therewith? and I will restore it you.

Job 23:10-12
But he knoweth the way that I take: when he hath tried me, I shall come forth as gold…

the ways

Genesis 18:19
For I know him, that he will command his children and his household after him, and they shall keep the way of the LORD, to do justice and judgment; that the LORD may bring upon Abraham that which he hath spoken of him.

Psalm 119:1
ALEPH. Blessed are the undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the LORD.

Psalm 128:1
A Song of degrees. Blessed is every one that feareth the LORD; that walketh in his ways.

have not

Psalm 36:3
The words of his mouth are iniquity and deceit: he hath left off to be wise, and to do good.

Psalm 125:5
As for such as turn aside unto their crooked ways, the LORD shall lead them forth with the workers of iniquity: but peace shall be upon Israel.

Zephaniah 1:6
And them that are turned back from the LORD; and those that have not sought the LORD, nor inquired for him.

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2 Samuel 22
1. David's psalm of thanksgiving for God's deliverance and blessings














For I have kept
The Hebrew root for "kept" is "שָׁמַר" (shamar), which means to guard, observe, or give heed. This word conveys a sense of vigilance and careful attention. In the context of David's life, it reflects his commitment to living according to God's commandments. Historically, David's life was marked by moments of profound obedience and devotion, despite his human failings. This phrase inspires believers to maintain a diligent watch over their spiritual walk, ensuring that their lives align with God's will.

the ways of the LORD
The "ways" (דֶּרֶךְ, derek) refer to the paths or courses of action prescribed by God. In the ancient Near Eastern context, a "way" often symbolized a lifestyle or moral conduct. The "ways of the LORD" are the divine instructions and commandments given to guide His people. David's assertion of keeping these ways highlights his dedication to following God's law, which is a central theme throughout the Old Testament. For Christians, this serves as a reminder to walk in the footsteps of Christ, who perfectly embodied the ways of the Lord.

and have not wickedly departed
The phrase "wickedly departed" comes from the Hebrew "רָשַׁע" (rasha), meaning to act wickedly or to be guilty. To "depart" (סוּר, sur) implies turning aside or straying from a path. David's declaration that he has not wickedly departed underscores his resolve to remain faithful to God, despite the temptations and trials he faced. This part of the verse encourages believers to resist the allure of sin and to stay true to their faith, even when faced with challenges.

from my God
The personal pronoun "my" emphasizes the intimate relationship David has with God. The Hebrew word for God here is "אֱלֹהִים" (Elohim), a term that denotes majesty and power. David's use of "my God" reflects a personal and covenantal relationship, one that is based on trust and loyalty. In the broader scriptural context, this relationship is foundational to the identity of God's people. For Christians, it is a call to cultivate a personal and deep connection with God, recognizing Him as both sovereign and intimately involved in their lives.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
For
כִּ֥י (kî)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction

I have kept
שָׁמַ֖רְתִּי (šā·mar·tî)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 8104: To hedge about, guard, to protect, attend to

the ways
דַּרְכֵ֣י (dar·ḵê)
Noun - common plural construct
Strong's 1870: A road, a course of life, mode of action

of the LORD
יְהוָ֑ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

and have not
וְלֹ֥א (wə·lō)
Conjunctive waw | Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808: Not, no

wickedly departed
רָשַׁ֖עְתִּי (rā·ša‘·tî)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 7561: To be, wrong, to disturb, violate

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


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