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my feet have not stumbled.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/17.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />My steps have stayed on your path; I have not wavered from following you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/17.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />My steps have held fast to your paths; my feet have not slipped.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/17.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />My steps have held to Your paths; my feet have not slipped.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/17.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Hold up my goings in thy paths, <i>that</i> my footsteps slip not.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/17.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Uphold my steps in Your paths, <i>That</i> my footsteps may not slip.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/17.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />My steps have held to Your paths. My feet have not slipped.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/17.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />My steps have held fast to Your paths. My feet have not slipped.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/17.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />My steps have held fast to Thy paths. My feet have not slipped.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/17.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />My steps have held fast to Your paths. My footsteps have not stumbled.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/17.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />My steps have held closely to Your paths; My feet have not staggered.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/17.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />My steps are on your paths; my feet have not slipped.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/17.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />My steps are on Your paths; my feet have not slipped. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/17.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />My steps have held fast to thy paths, My feet have not slipped.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/17.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />I have followed you, without ever stumbling. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/17.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />My steps have held fast to thy paths, my feet have not slipped.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/17.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />my steps have remained firmly in your paths. My feet have not slipped.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/17.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />I have always walked in your way and have never strayed from it. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/17.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Because my steps have held fast to your paths, my footsteps have not faltered.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/17.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />My steps have held to Your paths; my feet have not slipped.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/17.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />I carefully obey your commands; I do not deviate from them. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/17.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />My steps have held fast to your paths. My feet have not slipped.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/17.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Uphold my goings in thy paths, that my footsteps slip not.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/17.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />My steps have held fast to your paths. My feet have not slipped. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/17.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />To uphold my goings in Your paths, "" My steps have not slipped.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/17.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> To uphold my goings in Thy paths, My steps have not slidden.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/17.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Hold up my being straight in thy ways, my steps be not moved.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/17.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Perfect thou my goings in thy paths: that my footsteps be not moved. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/17.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 16:5>Perfect my steps in your paths, so that my footsteps may not be disturbed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/17.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />My steps have kept to your paths; my feet have not faltered. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/17.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />My steps have held fast to your paths; my feet have not slipped.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/17.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Thou hast strengthened my goings in thy paths, that my footsteps slip not.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/17.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />You have supported my goings in your paths that my steps would not slip.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/17.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />My steps have held fast to Thy paths, My feet have not slipped.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/17.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Direct my steps in thy paths, that my steps slip not.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/17-5.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nFaD2oDhKPc?start=1392" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/psalms/17.htm">Hear My Righteous Plea</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">4</span>As for the deeds of men—by the word of Your lips I have avoided the ways of the violent. <span class="reftext">5</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/838.htm" title="838: ’ă·šu·ray (N-fpc:: 1cs) -- Step, going. Or ashshur; from 'ashar in the sense of going; a step.">My steps</a> <a href="/hebrew/8551.htm" title="8551: tā·mōḵ (V-Qal-InfAbs) -- A primitive root; to sustain; by implication, to obtain, keep fast; figuratively, to help, follow close.">have held</a> <a href="/hebrew/4570.htm" title="4570: bə·ma‘·gə·lō·w·ṯe·ḵā (Prep-b:: N-fpc:: 2ms) -- An entrenchment, track. Or feminine mapgalah; from the same as agol; a track; also a rampart.">to Your paths;</a> <a href="/hebrew/6471.htm" title="6471: p̄ə·‘ā·māy (N-fpc:: 1cs) -- A beat, foot, anvil, occurrence. Or pa;amah; from pa'am; a stroke, literally or figuratively.">my feet</a> <a href="/hebrew/1077.htm" title="1077: bal- (Adv) -- Not. From balah; properly, a failure; by implication nothing; usually not at all; also lest.">have not</a> <a href="/hebrew/4131.htm" title="4131: nā·mō·wṭ·ṭū (V-Nifal-Perf-3cp) -- To totter, shake, slip. A primitive root; to waver; by implication, to slip, shake, fall.">slipped.</a> </span><span class="reftext">6</span>I call on You, O God, for You will answer me. Incline Your ear to me; hear my words.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/4-26.htm">Proverbs 4:26-27</a></span><br />Make a level path for your feet, and all your ways will be sure. / Do not swerve to the right or to the left; turn your feet away from evil.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/119-133.htm">Psalm 119:133</a></span><br />Order my steps in Your word; let no sin rule over me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/26-7.htm">Isaiah 26:7</a></span><br />The path of the righteous is level; You clear a straight path for the upright.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/16-9.htm">Proverbs 16:9</a></span><br />A man’s heart plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/37-23.htm">Psalm 37:23</a></span><br />The steps of a man are ordered by the LORD who takes delight in his journey.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/23-11.htm">Job 23:11</a></span><br />My feet have followed in His tracks; I have kept His way without turning aside.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/119-105.htm">Psalm 119:105</a></span><br />Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/119-101.htm">Psalm 119:101</a></span><br />I have kept my feet from every evil path, that I may keep Your word.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/18-36.htm">Psalm 18:36</a></span><br />You broaden the path beneath me so that my ankles do not give way.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/119-9.htm">Psalm 119:9</a></span><br />How can a young man keep his way pure? By guarding it according to Your word.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/2-21.htm">1 Peter 2:21</a></span><br />For to this you were called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in His footsteps:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/2-6.htm">1 John 2:6</a></span><br />Whoever claims to abide in Him must walk as Jesus walked.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/5-15.htm">Ephesians 5:15</a></span><br />Pay careful attention, then, to how you walk, not as unwise but as wise,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/2-6.htm">Colossians 2:6</a></span><br />Therefore, just as you have received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to walk in Him,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/5-7.htm">2 Corinthians 5:7</a></span><br />For we walk by faith, not by sight.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Hold up my goings in your paths, that my footsteps slip not.</p><p class="hdg">Hold</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/119-116.htm">Psalm 119:116,117,133</a></b></br> Uphold me according unto thy word, that I may live: and let me not be ashamed of my hope… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/121-3.htm">Psalm 121:3,7</a></b></br> He will not suffer thy foot to be moved: he that keepeth thee will not slumber… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_samuel/2-9.htm">1 Samuel 2:9</a></b></br> He will keep the feet of his saints, and the wicked shall be silent in darkness; for by strength shall no man prevail.</p><p class="hdg">that</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/18-36.htm">Psalm 18:36</a></b></br> Thou hast enlarged my steps under me, that my feet did not slip.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/38-16.htm">Psalm 38:16</a></b></br> For I said, <i>Hear me</i>, lest <i>otherwise</i> they should rejoice over me: when my foot slippeth, they magnify <i>themselves</i> against me.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/94-18.htm">Psalm 94:18</a></b></br> When I said, My foot slippeth; thy mercy, O LORD, held me up.</p><p class="hdg">slip not [Heb.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/job/41-17.htm">Fast</a> <a href="/psalms/9-15.htm">Feet</a> <a href="/job/18-11.htm">Footsteps</a> <a href="/job/34-21.htm">Goings</a> <a href="/job/36-8.htm">Held</a> <a href="/psalms/5-10.htm">Hold</a> <a href="/psalms/16-5.htm">Holdest</a> <a href="/psalms/17-4.htm">Kept</a> <a href="/psalms/17-4.htm">Paths</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-37.htm">Slidden</a> <a href="/job/12-5.htm">Slip</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-37.htm">Slipped</a> <a href="/job/34-21.htm">Steps</a> <a href="/psalms/14-3.htm">Turned</a> <a href="/psalms/16-5.htm">Uphold</a> <a href="/psalms/17-4.htm">Ways</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/18-10.htm">Fast</a> <a href="/psalms/18-9.htm">Feet</a> <a href="/psalms/40-2.htm">Footsteps</a> <a href="/psalms/37-23.htm">Goings</a> <a href="/psalms/18-35.htm">Held</a> <a href="/psalms/18-16.htm">Hold</a> <a href="/psalms/31-20.htm">Holdest</a> <a href="/psalms/18-21.htm">Kept</a> <a href="/psalms/23-3.htm">Paths</a> <a href="/psalms/18-36.htm">Slidden</a> <a href="/psalms/18-36.htm">Slip</a> <a href="/psalms/18-36.htm">Slipped</a> <a href="/psalms/17-11.htm">Steps</a> <a href="/psalms/17-6.htm">Turned</a> <a href="/psalms/41-12.htm">Uphold</a> <a href="/psalms/18-21.htm">Ways</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 17</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/17-1.htm">David, in confidence of his integrity, craves defense of God against his enemies</a></span><br><span class="reftext">10. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/17-10.htm">He shows their pride, craft, and eagerness</a></span><br><span class="reftext">13. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/17-13.htm">He prays against them in confidence of his hope</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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In biblical context, "paths" often symbolize the righteous way of living according to God's commandments. The imagery of walking in God's paths is prevalent throughout Scripture, such as in <a href="/proverbs/3-6.htm">Proverbs 3:6</a>, which encourages believers to acknowledge God in all their ways so He can make their paths straight. The psalmist's declaration reflects a life of obedience and dedication, akin to the covenantal faithfulness expected of Israel. Historically, the metaphor of walking in a path would resonate with an agrarian society familiar with the importance of staying on a safe and established route, avoiding the dangers of straying into unknown or treacherous terrain.<p><b>my feet have not slipped.</b><br>This part of the verse conveys stability and assurance in one's spiritual journey. The imagery of feet not slipping suggests a firm foundation, which is a recurring theme in the Psalms, such as in <a href="/psalms/18-33.htm">Psalm 18:33</a>, where God is described as making the psalmist's feet like those of a deer, enabling him to stand on heights. This stability is often associated with trust in God and adherence to His law. In a broader biblical context, it reflects the security found in God's protection and guidance, as seen in <a href="/jude/1-24.htm">Jude 1:24</a>, which speaks of God keeping believers from stumbling. Theologically, this can be seen as a type of Christ, who is the ultimate foundation and rock upon which believers stand, ensuring they do not fall away from the faith.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/d/david.htm">David</a></b><br>- The author of <a href="/bsb/psalms/17.htm">Psalm 17</a>, David is expressing his reliance on God for guidance and protection. He is often seen as a model of faith and trust in God, despite his human flaws.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>- The central figure to whom David is praying. God is portrayed as the guide and protector of those who follow His ways.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/p/paths.htm">Paths</a></b><br>- Symbolic of the righteous ways and commandments of God. David is committed to following these divine paths.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/f/feet.htm">Feet</a></b><br>- Represents the actions and decisions of a person. David's feet not slipping indicates his steadfastness in following God's ways.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/r/righteousness.htm">Righteousness</a></b><br>- An underlying theme in this Psalm, emphasizing living in accordance with God's will and commands.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/c/commitment_to_god's_guidance.htm">Commitment to God's Guidance</a></b><br>Just as David committed his steps to God's paths, believers today are called to seek and follow God's guidance in every aspect of life.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/steadfastness_in_faith.htm">Steadfastness in Faith</a></b><br>David's declaration that his feet have not slipped serves as an encouragement to remain steadfast in faith, even amidst challenges.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_righteous_living.htm">The Importance of Righteous Living</a></b><br>Walking in God's paths involves living a life that aligns with His righteousness, which requires daily commitment and intentionality.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/trust_in_god's_protection.htm">Trust in God's Protection</a></b><br>By holding to God's paths, believers can trust in His protection and provision, knowing that He will keep them from slipping.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/reflection_on_personal_walk.htm">Reflection on Personal Walk</a></b><br>This verse invites believers to reflect on their own spiritual journey and consider whether their steps are aligned with God's paths.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_17.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 17</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_psalm_17_5_align_with_eph._2_8-9.htm">How does the psalmist’s reliance on personal righteousness (Psalm 17:5) align with New Testament teachings about salvation by faith and not by works (Ephesians 2:8–9)? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'wipe_every_tear'_mean.htm">What does it mean to walk circumspectly?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_hope_an_anchor_for_the_soul.htm">How does a lamp guide my path?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_treat_neighbors_kindly.htm">How can I fully devote myself to God?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/17.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(5) <span class= "bld">Hold up.</span>--Not, as in the Authorised Version, imperative, which is directly opposed to the context. The psalmist still asserts his innocence. Render:--<p>My course kept close in thy tracks,<p>My footsteps have not wavered.<p>(Comp. <a href="/job/23-11.htm" title="My foot has held his steps, his way have I kept, and not declined.">Job 23:11</a>; <a href="/psalms/41-12.htm" title="And as for me, you uphold me in my integrity, and set me before your face for ever.">Psalm 41:12</a>.)<p><span class= "bld">Paths.</span>--Literally, <span class= "ital">wheel-tracks.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/17.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 5.</span> <span class="cmt_word">- Hold thou up my goings in thy paths, that my footsteps slip not</span>. So De Wette and Rosenmuller; but most recent critics prefer to consider the words as an assertion rather than a prayer, and translate, "My steps have held fast to thy paths: [therefore] my feet have not been moved" (Kay, Hengstenberg, Alexander, Cheyne, 'Speaker's Commentary,' Revised Version). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/17-5.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">My steps</span><br /><span class="heb">אֲ֭שֻׁרַי</span> <span class="translit">(’ă·šu·ray)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine plural construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_838.htm">Strong's 838: </a> </span><span class="str2">Step, going</span><br /><br /><span class="word">have clung</span><br /><span class="heb">תָּמֹ֣ךְ</span> <span class="translit">(tā·mōḵ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Infinitive absolute<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8551.htm">Strong's 8551: </a> </span><span class="str2">To sustain, to obtain, keep fast, to help, follow close</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to Your paths;</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּמַעְגְּלוֹתֶ֑יךָ</span> <span class="translit">(bə·ma‘·gə·lō·w·ṯe·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - feminine plural construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4570.htm">Strong's 4570: </a> </span><span class="str2">An entrenchment, track</span><br /><br /><span class="word">my feet</span><br /><span class="heb">פְעָמָֽי׃</span> <span class="translit">(p̄ə·‘ā·māy)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine plural construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6471.htm">Strong's 6471: </a> </span><span class="str2">A beat, foot, anvil, occurrence</span><br /><br /><span class="word">have not</span><br /><span class="heb">בַּל־</span> <span class="translit">(bal-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1077.htm">Strong's 1077: </a> </span><span class="str2">A failure, nothing, not at all, lest</span><br /><br /><span class="word">slipped.</span><br /><span class="heb">נָמ֥וֹטּוּ</span> <span class="translit">(nā·mō·wṭ·ṭū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Nifal - Perfect - third person common plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4131.htm">Strong's 4131: </a> </span><span class="str2">To waver, to slip, shake, fall</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/17-5.htm">Psalm 17:5 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/17-5.htm">Psalm 17:5 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/17-5.htm">Psalm 17:5 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/17-5.htm">Psalm 17:5 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/17-5.htm">Psalm 17:5 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/17-5.htm">Psalm 17:5 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/17-5.htm">Psalm 17:5 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/17-5.htm">Psalm 17:5 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/17-5.htm">Psalm 17:5 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/17-5.htm">Psalm 17:5 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/17-5.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 17:5 My steps have held fast to your (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/17-4.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 17:4"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 17:4" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/17-6.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 17:6"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 17:6" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>