Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version My eyes are ever on the LORD, for only he will release my feet from the snare. New Living Translation My eyes are always on the LORD, for he rescues me from the traps of my enemies. English Standard Version My eyes are ever toward the LORD, for he will pluck my feet out of the net. Berean Standard Bible My eyes are always on the LORD, for He will free my feet from the mesh. King James Bible Mine eyes are ever toward the LORD; for he shall pluck my feet out of the net. New King James Version My eyes are ever toward the LORD, For He shall pluck my feet out of the net. New American Standard Bible My eyes are continually toward the LORD, For He will rescue my feet from the net. NASB 1995 My eyes are continually toward the LORD, For He will pluck my feet out of the net. NASB 1977 My eyes are continually toward the LORD, For He will pluck my feet out of the net. Legacy Standard Bible My eyes are continually toward Yahweh, For He will bring my feet out of the net. Amplified Bible My eyes are continually toward the LORD, For He will bring my feet out of the net. Christian Standard Bible My eyes are always on the LORD, for he will pull my feet out of the net. Holman Christian Standard Bible My eyes are always on the LORD, for He will pull my feet out of the net. American Standard Version Mine eyes are ever toward Jehovah; For he will pluck my feet out of the net. Contemporary English Version I always look to you, because you rescue me from every trap. English Revised Version Mine eyes are ever toward the LORD; for he shall pluck my feet out of the net. GOD'S WORD® Translation My eyes are always on the LORD. He removes my feet from traps. Good News Translation I look to the LORD for help at all times, and he rescues me from danger. International Standard Version My eyes look to the LORD continuously, because he's the one who releases my feet from the trap. NET Bible I continually look to the LORD for help, for he will free my feet from the enemy's net. New Heart English Bible My eyes are ever on the LORD, for he will pluck my feet out of the net. Webster's Bible Translation My eyes are ever towards the LORD; for he will pluck my feet out of the net. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleMy eyes are always on the LORD, for He will free my feet from the mesh. World English Bible My eyes are ever on Yahweh, for he will pluck my feet out of the net. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionMy eyes [are] continually to YHWH, "" For He brings my feet out from a net. Young's Literal Translation Mine eyes are continually unto Jehovah, For He bringeth out from a net my feet. Smith's Literal Translation Mine eyes are always to Jehovah, for he will bring forth my feet from the net. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleMy eyes are ever towards the Lord: for he shall pluck my feet out of the snare. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible My eyes are ever upon the LORD, who frees my feet from the snare. New Revised Standard Version My eyes are ever toward the LORD, for he will pluck my feet out of the net. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleMy eyes are ever toward the LORD; for he will release my feet out of the net. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated My eyes are always unto LORD JEHOVAH because he removes my feet from the net. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Mine eyes are ever toward the LORD; For He will bring forth my feet out of the net. Brenton Septuagint Translation Mine eyes are continually to the Lord; for he shall draw my feet out of the snare. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context To You I Lift Up My Soul…14The LORD confides in those who fear Him, and reveals His covenant to them. 15My eyes are always on the LORD, for He will free my feet from the mesh. 16Turn to me and be gracious, for I am lonely and afflicted.… Cross References Hebrews 12:2 Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Isaiah 45:22 Turn to Me and be saved, all the ends of the earth; for I am God, and there is no other. Psalm 121:1-2 A song of ascents. I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? / My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth. 2 Corinthians 3:18 And we, who with unveiled faces all reflect the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into His image with intensifying glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit. Psalm 123:1-2 A song of ascents. I lift up my eyes to You, the One enthroned in heaven. / As the eyes of servants look to the hand of their master, as the eyes of a maidservant look to the hand of her mistress, so our eyes are on the LORD our God until He shows us mercy. Colossians 3:1-2 Therefore, since you have been raised with Christ, strive for the things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. / Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. Proverbs 4:25 Let your eyes look forward; fix your gaze straight ahead. Matthew 14:29-30 “Come,” said Jesus. Then Peter got down out of the boat, walked on the water, and came toward Jesus. / But when he saw the strength of the wind, he was afraid and, beginning to sink, cried out, “Lord, save me!” Psalm 34:5 Those who look to Him are radiant with joy; their faces shall never be ashamed. John 3:14-15 Just as Moses lifted up the snake in the wilderness, so the Son of Man must be lifted up, / that everyone who believes in Him may have eternal life. Psalm 141:8 But my eyes are fixed on You, O GOD the Lord. In You I seek refuge; do not leave my soul defenseless. Acts 7:55 But Stephen, full of the Holy Spirit, looked intently into heaven and saw the glory of God and Jesus standing at the right hand of God. Lamentations 3:41 Let us lift up our hearts and hands to God in heaven: 1 Peter 3:12 For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and His ears are inclined to their prayer. But the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.” Psalm 119:18 Open my eyes that I may see wondrous things from Your law. Treasury of Scripture My eyes are ever toward the LORD; for he shall pluck my feet out of the net. Mine Psalm 121:1,2 Psalm 123:2 Psalm 141:8 pluck [heb. Psalm 31:4 Psalm 124:7,8 Jeremiah 5:26 Jump to Previous Continually Eyes Feet Forth Net Pluck Release Snare Times Towards TurnedJump to Next Continually Eyes Feet Forth Net Pluck Release Snare Times Towards TurnedPsalm 25 1. David's confidence in prayer7. He prays for remission of sins 16. and for help in affliction My eyes are always on the LORD This phrase emphasizes a continual focus and reliance on God. In biblical context, "eyes" often symbolize attention and trust. The psalmist's declaration reflects a deep, personal relationship with God, akin to the trust seen in Psalm 121:1-2, where the psalmist looks to the hills for help, signifying a reliance on God as the ultimate source of aid. This focus on God is a recurring theme throughout the Psalms, highlighting the importance of maintaining spiritual vigilance and dependence on divine guidance. The phrase also echoes the call to "fix our eyes on Jesus" in Hebrews 12:2, suggesting a typological connection to Christ as the ultimate fulfillment of divine guidance and salvation. for He will free my feet from the mesh Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidThe author of Psalm 25, King David, is expressing his trust and reliance on God. He is known for his deep relationship with God and his psalms often reflect his personal struggles and faith. 2. The LORD (Yahweh) The central figure in this verse, representing God as the deliverer and protector. The use of "LORD" in all caps signifies the covenant name of God, Yahweh, emphasizing His eternal and unchanging nature. 3. The Net Symbolic of the traps and dangers that David faces. In the ancient context, a net was often used for hunting or capturing, representing the snares of life or the schemes of enemies. Teaching Points Focus on GodKeeping our eyes on the LORD means maintaining a constant awareness of His presence and guidance in our lives. This requires intentionality in our daily walk with Him. Trust in Divine Deliverance Just as David trusted God to free him from the net, we too can trust God to deliver us from the challenges and traps we face. This involves surrendering our fears and anxieties to Him. Spiritual Vigilance Being aware of the "nets" or traps in our lives, such as temptations or distractions, and seeking God's wisdom to navigate them. Prayerful Dependence Regular prayer and communion with God help us to keep our focus on Him and seek His guidance in all circumstances. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 25What will happen to the righteous and the wicked? Psalm 15:1 says only certain people can dwell with the Lord; doesn't this contradict the broader biblical idea of God's universal invitation? Psalm 116:15 states 'precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints'--does this diminish the tragedy of death or contradict God's benevolence? How can faith help overcome despair?Verse 15. - Mine eyes are ever toward the Lord. David is always looking to God (Psalm 141:8), waiting for him (Psalm 40:1; Psalm 62:1, 5; Psalm 69:3, etc.), expecting his providences, anticipating his deliverances (Psalm 3:7; Psalm 5:11; Psalm 7:1; Psalm 9:3, etc.). He is now, apparently, in some danger or difficulty, and in need of the Divine succour (comp. ver. 2). For he shall pluck my feet out of the net (comp. Psalm 9:15; Psalm 10:10; Psalm 31:5; Psalm 35:7, etc.). Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew My eyesעֵינַ֣י (‘ê·nay) Noun - cdc | first person common singular Strong's 5869: An eye, a fountain are always תָּ֭מִיד (tā·mîḏ) Adverb Strong's 8548: Continuance, constant, ellipt, the regular, sacrifice on אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to the LORD, יְהוָ֑ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel for כִּ֤י (kî) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction He הֽוּא־ (hū-) Pronoun - third person masculine singular Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are will free יוֹצִ֖יא (yō·w·ṣî) Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3318: To go, bring, out, direct and proxim my feet רַגְלָֽי׃ (raḡ·lāy) Noun - fdc | first person common singular Strong's 7272: A foot, a step, the pudenda from the mesh. מֵרֶ֣שֶׁת (mê·re·šeṯ) Preposition-m | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 7568: A net Links Psalm 25:15 NIVPsalm 25:15 NLT Psalm 25:15 ESV Psalm 25:15 NASB Psalm 25:15 KJV Psalm 25:15 BibleApps.com Psalm 25:15 Biblia Paralela Psalm 25:15 Chinese Bible Psalm 25:15 French Bible Psalm 25:15 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Psalm 25:15 My eyes are ever on Yahweh (Psalm Ps Psa.) |
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