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May your gracious Spirit lead me forward on a firm footing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/143.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Teach me to do your will, for you are my God! Let your good Spirit lead me on level ground!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/143.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Teach me to do Your will, for You are my God. May Your good Spirit lead me on level ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/143.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Teach me to do thy will; for thou <i>art</i> my God: thy spirit <i>is</i> good; lead me into the land of uprightness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/143.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Teach me to do Your will, For You <i>are</i> my God; Your Spirit <i>is</i> good. Lead me in the land of uprightness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/143.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Teach me to do Your will, For You are my God; Let Your good Spirit lead me on level ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/143.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Teach me to do Your will, For You are my God; Let Your good Spirit lead me on level ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/143.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Teach me to do Thy will, For Thou art my God; Let Thy good Spirit lead me on level ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/143.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Teach me to do Your will, For You are my God; Let Your good Spirit lead me on level ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/143.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Teach me to do Your will [so that I may please You], For You are my God; Let Your good Spirit lead me on level ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/143.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Teach me to do your will, for you are my God. May your gracious Spirit lead me on level ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/143.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Teach me to do Your will, for You are my God. May Your gracious Spirit lead me on level ground. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/143.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Teach me to do thy will; For thou art my God: Thy Spirit is good; Lead me in the land of uprightness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/143.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />You are my God. Show me what you want me to do, and let your gentle Spirit lead me in the right path. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/143.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Teach me to do thy will; for thou art my God: thy spirit is good; lead me in the land of uprightness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/143.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Teach me to do your will, because you are my God. May your good Spirit lead me on level ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/143.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />You are my God; teach me to do your will. Be good to me, and guide me on a safe path. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/143.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Teach me to do your will, for you are my God. Let your good Spirit lead me on level ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/143.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Teach me to do Your will, for You are my God. May Your good Spirit lead me on level ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/143.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Teach me to do what pleases you, for you are my God. May your kind presence lead me into a level land. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/143.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Teach me to do your will, for you are my God. Your Spirit is good. Lead me in the land of uprightness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/143.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Teach me to do thy will; for thou art my God: thy spirit is good; lead me into the land of uprightness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/143.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Teach me to do your will, for you are my God. Your Spirit is good. Lead me in the land of uprightness. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/143.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Teach me to do Your good pleasure, "" For You [are] my God—Your Spirit [is] good, "" Lead me into a land of uprightness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/143.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Teach me to do Thy good pleasure, For Thou art my God -- Thy Spirit is good, Lead me into a land of uprightness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/143.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Teach me to do thine acceptance, for thou art my God: thy spirit is good; thou wilt guide me into a land of uprightness.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/143.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />teach me to do thy will, for thou art my God. Thy good spirit shall lead me into the right land: <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/143.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 142:10>Teach me to do your will. For you are my God. Your good Spirit will lead me into the righteous land.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/143.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Teach me to do your will, for you are my God. May your kind spirit guide me on ground that is level. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/143.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Teach me to do your will, for you are my God. Let your good spirit lead me on a level path.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/143.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Because thou art my God, thy gentle spirit shall lead me into the way of life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/143.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And teach me to do your pleasure, because you are my God; your Spirit is sweet; you will lead me in the way of life.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/143.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Teach me to do Thy will, For Thou art my God; Let Thy good spirit Lead me in an even land.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/143.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Teach me to do thy will; for thou art my God; thy good Spirit shall guide me in the straight <i>way</i>.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/143-10.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=17721" 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/143.htm">I Stretch Out My Hands to You</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">9</span>Deliver me from my enemies, O LORD; I flee to You for refuge. <span class="reftext">10</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3925.htm" title="3925: lam·mə·ḏê·nî (V-Piel-Imp-ms:: 1cs) -- A primitive root; properly, to goad, i.e. to teach:(un-) accustomed, X diligently, expert, instruct, learn, skilful, teach(-er,ing).">Teach me</a> <a href="/hebrew/6213.htm" title="6213: la·‘ă·śō·wṯ (Prep-l:: V-Qal-Inf) -- To do, make. A primitive root; to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application.">to do</a> <a href="/hebrew/7522.htm" title="7522: rə·ṣō·w·ne·ḵā (N-msc:: 2ms) -- Goodwill, favor, acceptance, will. Or ratson; from ratsah; delight.">Your will,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî- (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">for</a> <a href="/hebrew/859.htm" title="859: ’at·tāh (Pro-2ms) -- You (masc. sing.). ">You</a> <a href="/hebrew/430.htm" title="430: ’ĕ·lō·w·hāy (N-mpc:: 1cs) -- Plural of 'elowahh; gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used of the supreme God">are my God.</a> <a href="/hebrew/2896.htm" title="2896: ṭō·w·ḇāh (Adj-fs) -- Pleasant, agreeable, good.">May Your good</a> <a href="/hebrew/7307.htm" title="7307: rū·ḥă·ḵā (N-csc:: 2ms) -- Breath, wind, spirit. From ruwach; wind; by resemblance breath.">Spirit</a> <a href="/hebrew/5148.htm" title="5148: tan·ḥê·nî (V-Hifil-Imperf-3fs:: 1cs) -- To lead, guide. A primitive root; to guide; by implication, to transport.">lead me</a> <a href="/hebrew/4334.htm" title="4334: mî·šō·wr (N-ms) -- A level place, uprightness. ">on level</a> <a href="/hebrew/776.htm" title="776: bə·’e·reṣ (Prep-b:: N-fsc) -- Earth, land. From an unused root probably meaning to be firm; the earth.">ground.</a> </span><span class="reftext">11</span>For the sake of Your name, O LORD, revive me. In Your righteousness, bring my soul out of trouble.…<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="/romans/12-2.htm">Romans 12:2</a></span><br />Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/5-17.htm">Ephesians 5:17</a></span><br />Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/1-9.htm">Colossians 1:9</a></span><br />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,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/16-13.htm">John 16:13</a></span><br />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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/1-5.htm">James 1:5</a></span><br />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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/2-13.htm">Philippians 2:13</a></span><br />For it is God who works in you to will and to act on behalf of His good purpose.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_thessalonians/4-3.htm">1 Thessalonians 4:3</a></span><br />For it is God’s will that you should be holy: You must abstain from sexual immorality;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/13-21.htm">Hebrews 13:21</a></span><br />equip you with every good thing to do His will. And may He accomplish in us what is pleasing in His sight through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory forever and ever. Amen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/6-10.htm">Matthew 6:10</a></span><br />Your kingdom come, Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/2-27.htm">1 John 2:27</a></span><br />And as for you, the anointing you received from Him remains in you, and you do not need anyone to teach you. But just as His true and genuine anointing teaches you about all things, so remain in Him as you have been taught.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/30-21.htm">Isaiah 30:21</a></span><br />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.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/3-5.htm">Proverbs 3:5-6</a></span><br />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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/10-23.htm">Jeremiah 10:23</a></span><br />I know, O LORD, that a man’s way is not his own; no one who walks directs his own steps.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/48-17.htm">Isaiah 48:17</a></span><br />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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/25-4.htm">Psalm 25:4-5</a></span><br />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.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Teach me to do your will; for you are my God: your spirit is good; lead me into the land of uprightness.</p><p class="hdg">teach</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/25-4.htm">Psalm 25:4,5,8,9,12</a></b></br> Shew me thy ways, O LORD; teach me thy paths… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/119-5.htm">Psalm 119:5-7,12,35</a></b></br> O that my ways were directed to keep thy statutes! … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/139-24.htm">Psalm 139:24</a></b></br> And see if <i>there be any</i> wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.</p><p class="hdg">for thou art</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/22-1.htm">Psalm 22:1</a></b></br> To the chief Musician upon Aijeleth Shahar, A Psalm of David. My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me? <i>why art thou so</i> far from helping me, <i>and from</i> the words of my roaring?</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/31-14.htm">Psalm 31:14</a></b></br> But I trusted in thee, O LORD: I said, Thou <i>art</i> my God.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/63-1.htm">Psalm 63:1</a></b></br> A Psalm of David, when he was in the wilderness of Judah. O God, thou <i>art</i> my God; early will I seek thee: my soul thirsteth for thee, my flesh longeth for thee in a dry and thirsty land, where no water is;</p><p class="hdg">thy spirit</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/nehemiah/9-20.htm">Nehemiah 9:20</a></b></br> Thou gavest also thy good spirit to instruct them, and withheldest not thy manna from their mouth, and gavest them water for their thirst.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/63-14.htm">Isaiah 63:14</a></b></br> As a beast goeth down into the valley, the Spirit of the LORD caused him to rest: so didst thou lead thy people, to make thyself a glorious name.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/john/14-26.htm">John 14:26</a></b></br> But the Comforter, <i>which is</i> the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.</p><p class="hdg">the land</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/29-10.htm">Isaiah 29:10</a></b></br> For the LORD hath poured out upon you the spirit of deep sleep, and hath closed your eyes: the prophets and your rulers, the seers hath he covered.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/110-6.htm">Country</a> <a href="/psalms/142-7.htm">Good</a> <a href="/psalms/143-3.htm">Ground</a> <a href="/psalms/139-24.htm">Guide</a> <a href="/psalms/139-24.htm">Lead</a> <a href="/psalms/142-3.htm">Path</a> <a href="/psalms/107-34.htm">Plain</a> <a href="/psalms/119-58.htm">Pleasure</a> <a href="/psalms/143-1.htm">Righteousness</a> <a href="/psalms/143-7.htm">Spirit</a> <a href="/psalms/143-8.htm">Teach</a> <a href="/psalms/119-124.htm">Teaching</a> <a href="/psalms/119-7.htm">Uprightness</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/25-25.htm">Country</a> <a href="/psalms/144-13.htm">Good</a> <a href="/psalms/146-4.htm">Ground</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-17.htm">Guide</a> <a href="/proverbs/5-5.htm">Lead</a> <a href="/proverbs/1-15.htm">Path</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-6.htm">Plain</a> <a href="/psalms/147-10.htm">Pleasure</a> <a href="/psalms/143-11.htm">Righteousness</a> <a href="/psalms/146-4.htm">Spirit</a> <a href="/proverbs/4-11.htm">Teach</a> <a href="/psalms/144-1.htm">Teaching</a> <a href="/proverbs/1-3.htm">Uprightness</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 143</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/143-1.htm">David prays for favor in judgment</a></span><br><span class="reftext">3. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/143-3.htm">He complains of his grief</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/143-5.htm">He strengthens his faith by meditation and prayer</a></span><br><span class="reftext">7. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/143-7.htm">He prays for grace</a></span><br><span class="reftext">9. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/143-9.htm">For deliverance</a></span><br><span class="reftext">10. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/143-10.htm">For sanctification</a></span><br><span class="reftext">12. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/143-12.htm">For destruction of his enemies</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'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/143.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/psalms/143.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Teach me to do Your will</b><br>This phrase reflects a deep desire for divine guidance and submission to God's authority. The psalmist acknowledges the need for instruction, recognizing that human understanding is limited. This request aligns with the biblical theme of seeking God's wisdom, as seen in <a href="/proverbs/3-5.htm">Proverbs 3:5-6</a>, where trust in the Lord is emphasized over one's own understanding. The plea for teaching also echoes the sentiments of <a href="/psalms/25-4.htm">Psalm 25:4-5</a>, where the psalmist asks God to show His ways and teach His paths. This reflects a heart posture of humility and dependence on God, which is a recurring theme throughout Scripture.<p><b>for You are my God</b><br>This declaration of personal relationship and commitment to God underscores the covenantal aspect of the psalmist's faith. It is reminiscent of the covenant language found throughout the Old Testament, where God declares, "I will be your God, and you will be my people" (<a href="/exodus/6-7.htm">Exodus 6:7</a>). This phrase signifies trust and allegiance, acknowledging God's sovereignty and the psalmist's identity as belonging to Him. It also reflects the intimate relationship that believers are called to have with God, as seen in the New Testament through the concept of God as Father (<a href="/romans/8-15.htm">Romans 8:15</a>).<p><b>May Your good Spirit lead me</b><br>The reference to God's "good Spirit" highlights the role of the Holy Spirit in guiding and directing believers. In the Old Testament, the Spirit of God is often associated with wisdom, understanding, and empowerment, as seen in <a href="/isaiah/11-2.htm">Isaiah 11:2</a>. This request for the Spirit's leading is a precursor to the New Testament understanding of the Holy Spirit as the Comforter and Guide (<a href="/john/14-26.htm">John 14:26</a>). The psalmist's reliance on the Spirit indicates a recognition of the need for divine assistance in living a life that pleases God.<p><b>on level ground</b><br>The imagery of "level ground" suggests stability, safety, and righteousness. In biblical times, uneven or rocky paths were dangerous and difficult to navigate, symbolizing life's challenges and moral pitfalls. The desire for level ground reflects a longing for a life marked by integrity and uprightness, free from the snares of sin and temptation. This concept is echoed in <a href="/proverbs/4-26.htm">Proverbs 4:26-27</a>, where believers are encouraged to make their paths straight and avoid turning to evil. The request for level ground also points to the ultimate fulfillment in Christ, who is the Way and provides the path to eternal life (<a href="/john/14-6.htm">John 14:6</a>).<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/143.htm">Psalm 143</a>, David is expressing his deep reliance on God for guidance and deliverance. He is often seen as a man after God's own heart, seeking divine wisdom and direction.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>- The central figure in this verse, God is portrayed as the ultimate teacher and guide, whose will is perfect and whose Spirit is good.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_holy_spirit.htm">The Holy Spirit</a></b><br>- Referred to as "Your good Spirit," indicating the divine presence that leads and guides believers in truth and righteousness.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/l/level_ground.htm">Level Ground</a></b><br>- Symbolic of stability, righteousness, and the right path, it represents the life of integrity and peace that comes from following God's guidance.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/s/seeking_divine_guidance.htm">Seeking Divine Guidance</a></b><br>As believers, we should continually seek God's guidance in our lives, recognizing that His will is perfect and leads to true fulfillment.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_the_holy_spirit.htm">The Role of the Holy Spirit</a></b><br>The Holy Spirit is our guide and counselor, leading us into truth and helping us to walk in righteousness. We should be attentive to His leading.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/living_on_level_ground.htm">Living on Level Ground</a></b><br>Walking on "level ground" symbolizes living a life of integrity and stability. This is achieved by aligning our actions with God's will.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/dependence_on_god.htm">Dependence on God</a></b><br>Acknowledge our dependence on God for wisdom and direction, understanding that our own understanding is limited.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/prayer_for_guidance.htm">Prayer for Guidance</a></b><br>Make it a regular practice to pray for God's guidance and the leading of the Holy Spirit in all areas of life.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_143.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 143</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_avoid_quarrels,_promote_peace.htm">How can sorrow lead to spiritual growth?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_the_meaning_of_psalm_23_2.htm">Who is R. A. Torrey?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/bible's_view_on_feeling_overwhelmed.htm">What does the Bible say about feeling overwhelmed?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_are_the_seven_penitential_psalms.htm">What are the seven Penitential Psalms?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/143.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(10) <span class= "bld">Thy spirit is good; lead me.</span>--Or, rather, <span class= "ital">let thy good spirit lead me. </span>(For the omission of the article with the adjective after the determinative noun, comp. <a href="/genesis/37-2.htm" title="These are the generations of Jacob. Joseph, being seventeen years old, was feeding the flock with his brothers; and the lad was with the sons of Bilhah, and with the sons of Zilpah, his father's wives: and Joseph brought to his father their evil report.">Genesis 37:2</a>.)<p><span class= "bld">Land of uprightness.--</span>Better, <span class= "ital">level land </span>(<a href="/deuteronomy/4-43.htm" title="Namely, Bezer in the wilderness, in the plain country, of the Reubenites; and Ramoth in Gilead, of the Gadites; and Golan in Bashan, of the Manassites.">Deuteronomy 4:43</a>, "plain country;" comp. <a href="/jeremiah/48-21.htm" title="And judgment is come on the plain country; on Holon, and on Jahazah, and on Mephaath,">Jeremiah 48:21</a>), here metaphorically of tranquility and happiness. (Comp. <a href="/isaiah/26-10.htm" title="Let favor be showed to the wicked, yet will he not learn righteousness: in the land of uprightness will he deal unjustly, and will not behold the majesty of the LORD.">Isaiah 26:10</a>; <a href="/psalms/27-11.htm" title="Teach me your way, O LORD, and lead me in a plain path, because of my enemies.">Psalm 27:11</a>.) . . . <div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/143.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 10.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Teach me to do thy will</span> (comp. <a href="/psalms/25-4.htm">Psalm 25:4, 5</a>; <a href="/psalms/139-24.htm">Psalm 139:24</a>). <span class="cmt_word">For thou art my God</span>. Therefore my Guide and Teacher. <span class="cmt_word">Thy spirit is good</span>; <span class="accented">i</span>.<span class="accented">e</span>. gracious and merciful. <span class="cmt_word">Lead ms into the land of uprightness</span>; rather, <span class="accented">along a land of smoothness</span>. Some critics unite the last two clauses, and translate, "Let thy good Spirit lead me along a land of smoothness" - "conduct me," <span class="accented">i</span>.<span class="accented">e</span>. over smooth ground, where I need not stumble. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/143-10.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">Teach</span><br /><span class="heb">לַמְּדֵ֤נִי ׀</span> <span class="translit">(lam·mə·ḏê·nî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperative - masculine singular | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3925.htm">Strong's 3925: </a> </span><span class="str2">To exercise in, learn</span><br /><br /><span class="word">me to do</span><br /><span class="heb">לַֽעֲשׂ֣וֹת</span> <span class="translit">(la·‘ă·śō·wṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6213.htm">Strong's 6213: </a> </span><span class="str2">To do, make</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Your will,</span><br /><span class="heb">רְצוֹנֶךָ֮</span> <span class="translit">(rə·ṣō·w·ne·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7522.htm">Strong's 7522: </a> </span><span class="str2">Goodwill, favor, acceptance, will</span><br /><br /><span class="word">for</span><br /><span class="heb">כִּֽי־</span> <span class="translit">(kî-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">A relative conjunction</span><br /><br /><span class="word">You</span><br /><span class="heb">אַתָּ֪ה</span> <span class="translit">(’at·tāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Pronoun - second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_859.htm">Strong's 859: </a> </span><span class="str2">Thou and thee, ye and you</span><br /><br /><span class="word">are my God.</span><br /><span class="heb">אֱל֫וֹהָ֥י</span> <span class="translit">(’ĕ·lō·w·hāy)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_433.htm">Strong's 433: </a> </span><span class="str2">God -- a deity, the Deity</span><br /><br /><span class="word">May Your good</span><br /><span class="heb">טוֹבָ֑ה</span> <span class="translit">(ṭō·w·ḇāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2896.htm">Strong's 2896: </a> </span><span class="str2">Pleasant, agreeable, good</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Spirit</span><br /><span class="heb">רוּחֲךָ֥</span> <span class="translit">(rū·ḥă·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - common singular construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7307.htm">Strong's 7307: </a> </span><span class="str2">Wind, breath, exhalation, life, anger, unsubstantiality, a region of the sky, spirit</span><br /><br /><span class="word">lead</span><br /><span class="heb">תַּ֝נְחֵ֗נִי</span> <span class="translit">(tan·ḥê·nî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person feminine singular | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5148.htm">Strong's 5148: </a> </span><span class="str2">To guide, to transport</span><br /><br /><span class="word">me on level</span><br /><span class="heb">מִישֽׁוֹר׃</span> <span class="translit">(mî·šō·wr)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4334.htm">Strong's 4334: </a> </span><span class="str2">A level, a plain, as a, straightness, justice</span><br /><br /><span class="word">ground.</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּאֶ֣רֶץ</span> <span class="translit">(bə·’e·reṣ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_776.htm">Strong's 776: </a> </span><span class="str2">Earth, land</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/143-10.htm">Psalm 143:10 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/143-10.htm">Psalm 143:10 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/143-10.htm">Psalm 143:10 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/143-10.htm">Psalm 143:10 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/143-10.htm">Psalm 143:10 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/143-10.htm">Psalm 143:10 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/143-10.htm">Psalm 143:10 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/143-10.htm">Psalm 143:10 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/143-10.htm">Psalm 143:10 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/143-10.htm">Psalm 143:10 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/143-10.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 143:10 Teach me to do your will (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/143-9.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 143:9"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 143:9" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/143-11.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 143:11"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 143:11" /></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>