Psalm 119:61

ESV Though the cords of the wicked ensnare me, I do not forget your law.
NIV Though the wicked bind me with ropes, I will not forget your law.
NASB The snares of the wicked have surrounded me, But I have not forgotten Your Law.
CSB Though the ropes of the wicked were wrapped around me, I did not forget your instruction.
NLT Evil people try to drag me into sin, but I am firmly anchored to your instructions.
KJV The bands of the wicked have robbed me: but I have not forgotten thy law.
NKJV The cords of the wicked have bound me, But I have not forgotten Your law.

What does Psalm 119:61 mean?

Please see our chapter commentary on Psalm 119; verse-level content coming soon!
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Context Summary
Psalm 119:57–64 begins each verse with the Hebrew letter heth. This stanza expresses a desire to know God's Word and commandments more deeply. The psalmist is committed to studying the Lord's will, even when under attack by enemies. The writer identifies with those who reverently honor the Lord (Proverbs 12:7).
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Chapter Summary
This song is composed of twenty-two stanzas, each corresponding to a letter of the Hebrew alphabet. Each line in the stanza is an individual verse and each begins with the corresponding letter. The psalmist emphasizes study of God's Word in a variety of circumstances, including persecution, sadness, and rescue. Benefits of taking in the Word include a moral life, joy, wisdom, hope, peace, strength, and freedom. Those who interact with the Word of the Lord should respond with delight, careful study, and obedience.
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