Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Teach me your way, LORD; lead me in a straight path because of my oppressors. New Living Translation Teach me how to live, O LORD. Lead me along the right path, for my enemies are waiting for me. English Standard Version Teach me your way, O LORD, and lead me on a level path because of my enemies. Berean Standard Bible Teach me Your way, O LORD, and lead me on a level path, because of my oppressors. King James Bible Teach me thy way, O LORD, and lead me in a plain path, because of mine enemies. New King James Version Teach me Your way, O LORD, And lead me in a smooth path, because of my enemies. New American Standard Bible Teach me Your way, LORD, And lead me on a level path Because of my enemies. NASB 1995 Teach me Your way, O LORD, And lead me in a level path Because of my foes. NASB 1977 Teach me Thy way, O LORD, And lead me in a level path, Because of my foes. Legacy Standard Bible Instruct me in Your way, O Yahweh, And lead me in a level path Because of my foes. Amplified Bible Teach me Your way, O LORD, And lead me on a level path Because of my enemies [who lie in wait]. Christian Standard Bible Because of my adversaries, show me your way, LORD, and lead me on a level path. Holman Christian Standard Bible Because of my adversaries, show me Your way, LORD, and lead me on a level path. American Standard Version Teach me thy way, O Jehovah; And lead me in a plain path, Because of mine enemies. Contemporary English Version Teach me to follow, LORD, and lead me on the right path because of my enemies. English Revised Version Teach me thy way, O LORD; and lead me in a plain path, because of mine enemies. GOD'S WORD® Translation Teach me your way, O LORD. Lead me on a level path because I have enemies who spy on me. Good News Translation Teach me, LORD, what you want me to do, and lead me along a safe path, because I have many enemies. International Standard Version Teach me your way, LORD, and lead me on a level path because of my enemies. Majority Standard Bible Teach me Your way, O LORD, and lead me on a level path, because of my oppressors. NET Bible Teach me how you want me to live; lead me along a level path because of those who wait to ambush me! New Heart English Bible Teach me your way, LORD. Lead me in a straight path, because of my enemies. Webster's Bible Translation Teach me thy way, O LORD, and lead me in a plain path, because of my enemies. World English Bible Teach me your way, Yahweh. Lead me in a straight path, because of my enemies. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionShow me, O YHWH, Your way, "" And lead me in a path of uprightness, "" For the sake of my beholders. Young's Literal Translation Shew me, O Jehovah, Thy way, And lead me in a path of uprightness, For the sake of my beholders. Smith's Literal Translation Teach me, O Jehovah, thy way, and lead me in a path of straitness for sake of those pressing me. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleSet me, O Lord, a law in thy way, and guide me in the right path, because of my enemies. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible LORD, show me your way; lead me on a level path because of my enemies. New Revised Standard Version Teach me your way, O LORD, and lead me on a level path because of my enemies. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleTeach me thy way, O LORD, and lead me in thy right paths. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Teach me your way, LORD JEHOVAH, and lead me in your straight paths. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Teach me Thy way, O LORD; And lead me in an even path, Because of them that lie in wait for me. Brenton Septuagint Translation Teach me, O Lord, in thy way, and guide me in a right path, because of mine enemies. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The LORD is My Salvation…10Though my father and mother forsake me, the LORD will receive me. 11Teach me Your way, O LORD, and lead me on a level path, because of my oppressors. 12Do not hand me over to the will of my foes, for false witnesses rise up against me, breathing out violence.… Cross References Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; / in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight. Psalm 25:4-5 Show me Your ways, O LORD; teach me Your paths. / Guide me in Your truth and teach me, for You are the God of my salvation; all day long I wait for You. Isaiah 30:21 And whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear this command behind you: “This is the way. Walk in it.” John 14:6 Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me. James 1:5 Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him. 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. Proverbs 4:11 I will guide you in the way of wisdom; I will lead you on straight paths. Isaiah 48:17 Thus says the LORD your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel: “I am the LORD your God, who teaches you for your benefit, who directs you in the way you should go. John 16:13 However, when the Spirit of truth comes, He will guide you into all truth. For He will not speak on His own, but He will speak what He hears, and He will declare to you what is to come. Psalm 143:10 Teach me to do Your will, for You are my God. May Your good Spirit lead me on level ground. Matthew 7:7-8 Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. / For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened. Jeremiah 6:16 This is what the LORD says: “Stand at the crossroads and look. Ask for the ancient paths: ‘Where is the good way?’ Then walk in it, and you will find rest for your souls. But they said, ‘We will not walk in it!’ Colossians 1:9-10 For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you and asking God to fill you with the knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, / so that you may walk in a manner worthy of the Lord and may please Him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God, Psalm 5:8 Lead me, O LORD, in Your righteousness because of my enemies; make straight Your way before me. Ephesians 5:15-17 Pay careful attention, then, to how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, / redeeming the time, because the days are evil. / Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is. Treasury of Scripture Teach me your way, O LORD, and lead me in a plain path, because of my enemies. Teach Psalm 25:4,5,9,12 Shew me thy ways, O LORD; teach me thy paths… Psalm 86:11 Teach me thy way, O LORD; I will walk in thy truth: unite my heart to fear thy name. Psalm 119:10 With my whole heart have I sought thee: O let me not wander from thy commandments. a plain path [heb. Psalm 26:12 My foot standeth in an even place: in the congregations will I bless the LORD. Proverbs 8:9 They are all plain to him that understandeth, and right to them that find knowledge. Proverbs 15:19 The way of the slothful man is as an hedge of thorns: but the way of the righteous is made plain. mine enemies [heb. Psalm 5:8 Lead me, O LORD, in thy righteousness because of mine enemies; make thy way straight before my face. Psalm 54:5 He shall reward evil unto mine enemies: cut them off in thy truth. Psalm 56:5,6 Every day they wrest my words: all their thoughts are against me for evil… Jump to Previous Beholders Clear Enemies Foes Guiding Lead Oppressors Path Plain Right Sake Shew Straight Teach Uprightness Wait WayJump to Next Beholders Clear Enemies Foes Guiding Lead Oppressors Path Plain Right Sake Shew Straight Teach Uprightness Wait WayPsalm 27 1. David sustains his faith by prayerTeach me Your way, O LORD This phrase reflects a deep desire for divine guidance and instruction. In the biblical context, the "way" often signifies a manner of life or conduct that aligns with God's will. The psalmist's plea for teaching underscores the importance of spiritual education and discipleship, reminiscent of Proverbs 3:5-6, which emphasizes trusting in the Lord for direction. The request for God's teaching is a recognition of human limitations and the need for divine wisdom, as seen in James 1:5, where believers are encouraged to ask God for wisdom. This phrase also foreshadows the teachings of Jesus, who declared Himself the "way" in John 14:6, indicating that following His teachings leads to life. and lead me on a level path because of my oppressors Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidThe author of Psalm 27, David was the second king of Israel, known for his deep faith and reliance on God. He often faced adversaries and sought God's guidance. 2. The LORD (Yahweh) The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal presence and faithfulness to His people. 3. Oppressors Refers to those who opposed or persecuted David, representing any adversaries or challenges believers might face. Teaching Points Seeking Divine GuidanceAs believers, we should consistently seek God's direction in our lives, especially when facing challenges or decisions. This involves prayer, studying Scripture, and being open to the Holy Spirit's leading. Walking on a Level Path The "level path" symbolizes a life of righteousness and stability. We are called to live in a way that reflects God's truth and justice, avoiding the pitfalls of sin and temptation. Trusting God Amidst Opposition Like David, we may face "oppressors" or adversities. Trusting in God's guidance provides us with the strength and wisdom to navigate these challenges without fear. The Importance of Teachability A heart willing to learn from God is crucial. We must remain humble and open to correction and instruction from the Lord. The Role of Scripture in Guidance God's Word is a primary means through which He teaches and leads us. Regular engagement with the Bible is essential for understanding His ways.(11) Enemies.--Comp. Psalm 56:2; Psalm 54:7; Psalm 59:10-11. Ewald, "malignant liers in wait"; so Aquila.Verse 11. - Teach me thy way, O Lord (comp. Psalm 25:3, and the comment ad loc.). And lead me in a plain path; literally, a level path - a path traversing a fiat and smooth country, not one where the ground is rugged and beset with rocks and precipices. Because of mine enemies. David's enemies are ever at hand, to swallow him up (Psalm 56:2). If his way be not plain and smooth, it will be to their advantage and to his detriment. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Teach meה֤וֹרֵ֥נִי (hō·w·rê·nî) Verb - Hifil - Imperative - masculine singular | first person common singular Strong's 3384: To flow as water, to lay, throw, to point out, to teach Your way, דַּ֫רְכֶּ֥ךָ (dar·ke·ḵā) Noun - common singular construct | second person masculine singular Strong's 1870: A road, a course of life, mode of action O LORD, יְהוָ֗ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel and lead וּ֭נְחֵנִי (ū·nə·ḥê·nî) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular | first person common singular Strong's 5148: To guide, to transport me on a level מִישׁ֑וֹר (mî·šō·wr) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4334: A level, a plain, as a, straightness, justice path, בְּאֹ֣רַח (bə·’ō·raḥ) Preposition-b | Noun - common singular construct Strong's 734: A well-trodden road, a caravan because of לְ֝מַ֗עַן (lə·ma·‘an) Preposition Strong's 4616: Purpose -- intent my oppressors. שׁוֹרְרָֽי׃ (šō·wr·rāy) Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common singular Strong's 8324: To be hostile Links Psalm 27:11 NIVPsalm 27:11 NLT Psalm 27:11 ESV Psalm 27:11 NASB Psalm 27:11 KJV Psalm 27:11 BibleApps.com Psalm 27:11 Biblia Paralela Psalm 27:11 Chinese Bible Psalm 27:11 French Bible Psalm 27:11 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Psalm 27:11 Teach me your way Yahweh (Psalm Ps Psa.) |
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