Psalms 119:11 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee.

Close to the original. Clear modern English.

✦ MADE SIMPLE

I have stored your word in my heart so that I won't sin against you.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is explaining that he has memorized and treasured God's words in his heart as protection against doing wrong.

📚 Historical Context

This verse comes from Psalm 119, the longest chapter in the Bible, which is an elaborate poem celebrating God's law and word. Written during a time when the Israelites deeply valued memorizing Scripture since written copies were rare and precious, this psalm reflects the Jewish tradition of hiding God's word in one's heart through careful study and memorization.

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