Psalm 119:80
New International Version
May I wholeheartedly follow your decrees, that I may not be put to shame.

New Living Translation
May I be blameless in keeping your decrees; then I will never be ashamed. Kaph

English Standard Version
May my heart be blameless in your statutes, that I may not be put to shame!

Berean Standard Bible
May my heart be blameless in Your statutes, that I may not be put to shame.

King James Bible
Let my heart be sound in thy statutes; that I be not ashamed.

New King James Version
Let my heart be blameless regarding Your statutes, That I may not be ashamed.

New American Standard Bible
May my heart be blameless in Your statutes, So that I will not be ashamed.

NASB 1995
May my heart be blameless in Your statutes, So that I will not be ashamed. Kaph.

NASB 1977
May my heart be blameless in Thy statutes, That I may not be ashamed.

Legacy Standard Bible
May my heart be blameless in Your statutes, So that I will not be ashamed.

Amplified Bible
May my heart be blameless in Your statutes, So that I will not be ashamed.

Christian Standard Bible
May my heart be blameless regarding your statutes so that I will not be put to shame.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
May my heart be blameless regarding Your statutes so that I will not be put to shame.

American Standard Version
Let my heart be perfect in thy statutes, That I be not put to shame.

Contemporary English Version
Let me truly respect your laws, so I won't be ashamed.

English Revised Version
Let my heart be perfect in thy statutes; that I be not ashamed.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Let my heart be filled with integrity in regard to your laws so that I will not be put to shame.

Good News Translation
May I perfectly obey your commandments and be spared the shame of defeat.

International Standard Version
May my heart be blameless with respect to your statutes so that I may not become ashamed.

Majority Standard Bible
May my heart be blameless in Your statutes, that I may not be put to shame.

NET Bible
May I be fully committed to your statutes, so that I might not be ashamed.

New Heart English Bible
Let my heart be blameless toward your decrees, that I may not be disappointed.

Webster's Bible Translation
Let my heart be sound in thy statutes; that I may not be ashamed.

World English Bible
Let my heart be blameless toward your decrees, that I may not be disappointed.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
My heart is perfect in Your statutes, "" So that I am not ashamed.

Young's Literal Translation
My heart is perfect in Thy statutes, So that I am not ashamed.

Smith's Literal Translation
My heart shall be blameless in thy laws, so that I shall not be ashamed.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Let my heart be undefiled in thy justifications, that I may not be confounded.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Let my heart be immaculate in your justifications, so that I may not be confounded.

New American Bible
May I be wholehearted toward your statutes, that I may not be put to shame.

New Revised Standard Version
May my heart be blameless in your statutes, so that I may not be put to shame.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Let my heart meditate in thy statutes, that I be not ashamed.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
My heart will meditate in your commandments and I shall not be ashamed!
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Let my heart be undivided in Thy statutes, In order that I may not be put to shame.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Let mine heart be blameless in thine ordinances, that I may not be ashamed.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Your Word is a Lamp to My Feet
79May those who fear You turn to me, those who know Your testimonies. 80May my heart be blameless in Your statutes, that I may not be put to shame. 81My soul faints for Your salvation; I wait for Your word.…

Cross References
James 1:4
Allow perseverance to finish its work, so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.

Philippians 1:10
so that you may be able to test and prove what is best and may be pure and blameless for the day of Christ,

1 Thessalonians 3:13
so that He may establish your hearts in blamelessness and holiness before our God and Father at the coming of our Lord Jesus with all His saints. Amen.

1 John 3:21
Beloved, if our hearts do not condemn us, we have confidence before God,

Hebrews 13:18
Pray for us; we are convinced that we have a clear conscience and desire to live honorably in every way.

1 Timothy 1:5
The goal of our instruction is the love that comes from a pure heart, a clear conscience, and a sincere faith.

2 Corinthians 1:12
For this is our boast: Our conscience testifies that we have conducted ourselves in the world, and especially in relation to you, in the holiness and sincerity that are from God—not in worldly wisdom, but in the grace of God.

Romans 16:19
Everyone has heard about your obedience, so I rejoice over you. But I want you to be wise about what is good and innocent about what is evil.

Colossians 1:22
But now He has reconciled you by Christ’s physical body through death to present you holy, unblemished, and blameless in His presence—

Ephesians 5:27
and to present her to Himself as a glorious church, without stain or wrinkle or any such blemish, but holy and blameless.

Proverbs 11:20
The perverse in heart are an abomination to the LORD, but the blameless in their walk are His delight.

Proverbs 4:23
Guard your heart with all diligence, for from it flow springs of life.

Proverbs 2:7
He stores up sound wisdom for the upright; He is a shield to those who walk with integrity,

1 Kings 8:61
So let your heart be fully devoted to the LORD our God, as it is this day, to walk in His statutes and to keep His commandments.”

Deuteronomy 18:13
You must be blameless before the LORD your God.


Treasury of Scripture

Let my heart be sound in your statutes; that I be not ashamed.

sound

Psalm 25:21
Let integrity and uprightness preserve me; for I wait on thee.

Psalm 32:2
Blessed is the man unto whom the LORD imputeth not iniquity, and in whose spirit there is no guile.

Deuteronomy 26:16
This day the LORD thy God hath commanded thee to do these statutes and judgments: thou shalt therefore keep and do them with all thine heart, and with all thy soul.

that I be

Psalm 119:6
Then shall I not be ashamed, when I have respect unto all thy commandments.

Psalm 25:2,3
O my God, I trust in thee: let me not be ashamed, let not mine enemies triumph over me…

1 John 2:28
And now, little children, abide in him; that, when he shall appear, we may have confidence, and not be ashamed before him at his coming.

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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














May my heart
The Hebrew word for "heart" is "לֵב" (lev), which in biblical terms often refers not just to the physical heart but to the inner self, including the mind, will, and emotions. In ancient Hebrew culture, the heart was seen as the center of one's being, the seat of thought and moral decision-making. The psalmist's plea for his heart to be aligned with God's will reflects a deep desire for integrity and purity in his innermost being. This is a call for a transformation that begins from within, emphasizing the importance of internal devotion over mere external compliance.

be blameless
The term "blameless" is translated from the Hebrew word "תָּמִים" (tamim), which conveys a sense of completeness, integrity, and moral perfection. In the context of the Old Testament, being blameless is often associated with living a life that is in full accordance with God's commandments. The psalmist's aspiration for a blameless heart underscores a commitment to holiness and a life that is pleasing to God. This reflects a conservative Christian understanding of sanctification, where believers strive to live lives that are set apart for God's purposes.

in Your statutes
"Statutes" comes from the Hebrew "חֻקִּים" (chuqqim), which refers to the decrees or laws given by God. These are not merely rules but divine instructions meant to guide the believer in righteous living. The psalmist's focus on God's statutes highlights the importance of Scripture as the ultimate authority and guide for life. In a conservative Christian perspective, this underscores the belief in the inerrancy and sufficiency of Scripture, encouraging believers to immerse themselves in God's Word to understand His will and live accordingly.

that I may not be put to shame
The concept of shame in the Hebrew context, "בּוֹשׁ" (bosh), involves a sense of disgrace or dishonor that comes from failing to live up to God's standards. The psalmist's concern about being put to shame reflects a desire to maintain a reputation that honors God and avoids the consequences of sin. In a conservative Christian view, this is a reminder of the importance of living a life that bears witness to one's faith, avoiding actions that would bring reproach upon oneself and the name of Christ. It is a call to live with integrity, knowing that our lives are a testimony to the world of God's transformative power.

Verse 80. - Let my heart be sound in thy statutes; or, "perfect in thy statutes" - in the knowledge and in the practice of them. That I be not ashamed (see ver. 31)

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
May my heart
לִבִּ֣י (lib·bî)
Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 3820: The heart, the feelings, the will, the intellect, centre

be
יְהִֽי־ (yə·hî-)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect Jussive - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be

blameless
תָמִ֣ים (ṯā·mîm)
Adjective - masculine singular
Strong's 8549: Entire, integrity, truth

in Your statutes,
בְּחֻקֶּ֑יךָ (bə·ḥuq·qe·ḵā)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 2706: Something prescribed or owed, a statute

that
לְ֝מַ֗עַן (lə·ma·‘an)
Conjunction
Strong's 4616: Purpose -- intent

I may not
לֹ֣א (lō)
Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808: Not, no

be put to shame.
אֵבֽוֹשׁ׃ (’ê·ḇō·wōš)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - first person common singular
Strong's 954: To pale, to be ashamed, to be disappointed, delayed


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