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and teach his senators wisdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/105.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />To bind his princes at his pleasure, And teach his elders wisdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/105.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />To imprison his high officials at will, That he might teach his elders wisdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/105.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />To imprison his princes at will, That he might teach his elders wisdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/105.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />To imprison his princes at will, That he might teach his elders wisdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/105.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />To imprison his princes at will, And that he might teach his elders wisdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/105.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />To imprison his princes at his will, That he might teach his elders wisdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/105.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />binding his officials at will and instructing his elders.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/105.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />binding his officials at will and instructing his elders. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/105.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />To bind his princes at his pleasure, And teach his elders wisdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/105.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Joseph was in command of the officials, and he taught the leaders how to use wisdom. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/105.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />To bind his princes at his pleasure, and teach his senators wisdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/105.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Joseph trained the king's officers the way he wanted and taught his respected leaders wisdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/105.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />with power over the king's officials and authority to instruct his advisers. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/105.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />to discipline his rulers at will and make his elders wise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/105.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />to instruct his princes as he pleased and teach his elders wisdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/105.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />giving him authority to imprison his officials and to teach his advisers. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/105.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />to discipline his princes at his pleasure, and to teach his elders wisdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/105.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />To bind his princes at his pleasure; and teach his senators wisdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/105.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />to discipline his princes at his pleasure, and to teach his elders wisdom. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/105.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />To bind his chiefs at his pleasure, "" And he makes his elderly wise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/105.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> To bind his chiefs at his pleasure, And his elders he maketh wise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/105.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />To bind his chiefs in his soul, and to make his old men wise.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/105.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />That he might instruct his princes as himself, and teach his ancients wisdom. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/105.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 104:22>so that he might instruct his princes as himself, and teach his elders prudence.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/105.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />To instruct his princes as he desired, to teach his elders wisdom. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/105.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />to instruct his officials at his pleasure, and to teach his elders wisdom.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/105.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />To discipline the governors at his pleasure and to teach the elders wisdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/105.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />That he would instruct Rulers as he pleased and would teach wisdom to the Elders.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/105.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />To bind his princes at his pleasure, And teach his elders wisdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/105.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />to chastise his rulers at his pleasure, and to teach his elders wisdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/105-22.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=13166" 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/105.htm">Tell of His Wonders</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">21</span>He made him master of his household, ruler over all his substance, <span class="reftext">22</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/631.htm" title="631: le’·sōr (Prep-l:: V-Qal-Inf) -- To tie, bind, imprison. A primitive root; to yoke or hitch; by analogy, to fasten in any sense, to join battle.">to instruct</a> <a href="/hebrew/8269.htm" title="8269: śā·rāw (N-mpc:: 3ms) -- Chieftain, chief, ruler, official, captain, prince. From sarar; a head person.">his princes</a> <a href="/hebrew/5315.htm" title="5315: bə·nap̄·šōw (Prep-b:: N-fsc:: 3ms) -- From naphash; properly, a breathing creature, i.e. Animal of vitality; used very widely in a literal, accommodated or figurative sense.">as he pleased</a> <a href="/hebrew/2449.htm" title="2449: yə·ḥak·kêm (V-Piel-Imperf-3ms) -- To be wise. A primitive root, to be wise.">and teach</a> <a href="/hebrew/2205.htm" title="2205: ū·zə·qê·nāw (Conj-w:: Adj-mpc:: 3ms) -- Old. From zaqen; old.">his elders wisdom.</a> </span><span class="reftext">23</span>Then Israel entered Egypt; Jacob dwelt in the land of Ham.…<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="/genesis/41-40.htm">Genesis 41:40-44</a></span><br />You shall be in charge of my house, and all my people are to obey your commands. Only with regard to the throne will I be greater than you.” / Pharaoh also told Joseph, “I hereby place you over all the land of Egypt.” / Then Pharaoh removed the signet ring from his finger, put it on Joseph’s finger, clothed him in garments of fine linen, and placed a gold chain around his neck. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/45-8.htm">Genesis 45:8</a></span><br />Therefore it was not you who sent me here, but God, who has made me a father to Pharaoh—lord of all his household and ruler over all the land of Egypt.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/50-20.htm">Genesis 50:20</a></span><br />As for you, what you intended against me for evil, God intended for good, in order to accomplish a day like this—to preserve the lives of many people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/7-10.htm">Acts 7:10</a></span><br />and rescued him from all his troubles. He granted Joseph favor and wisdom in the sight of Pharaoh king of Egypt, who appointed him ruler over Egypt and all his household.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/41-55.htm">Genesis 41:55</a></span><br />When extreme hunger came to all the land of Egypt and the people cried out to Pharaoh for food, he told all the Egyptians, “Go to Joseph and do whatever he tells you.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/41-39.htm">Genesis 41:39</a></span><br />Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Since God has made all this known to you, there is no one as discerning and wise as you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/41-41.htm">Genesis 41:41</a></span><br />Pharaoh also told Joseph, “I hereby place you over all the land of Egypt.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/41-46.htm">Genesis 41:46</a></span><br />Now Joseph was thirty years old when he entered the service of Pharaoh king of Egypt. And Joseph left Pharaoh’s presence and traveled throughout the land of Egypt.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/42-6.htm">Genesis 42:6</a></span><br />Now Joseph was the ruler of the land; he was the one who sold grain to all its people. So when his brothers arrived, they bowed down before him with their faces to the ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/45-9.htm">Genesis 45:9</a></span><br />Now return quickly to my father and tell him, ‘This is what your son Joseph says: God has made me lord of all Egypt. Come down to me without delay.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/45-26.htm">Genesis 45:26</a></span><br />“Joseph is still alive,” they said, “and he is ruler over all the land of Egypt!” But Jacob was stunned, for he did not believe them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/47-13.htm">Genesis 47:13-14</a></span><br />There was no food, however, in all that region, because the famine was so severe; the lands of Egypt and Canaan had been exhausted by the famine. / Joseph collected all the money to be found in the land of Egypt and the land of Canaan in exchange for the grain they were buying, and he brought it into Pharaoh’s palace.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/47-20.htm">Genesis 47:20</a></span><br />So Joseph acquired for Pharaoh all the land in Egypt; the Egyptians, one and all, sold their fields because the famine was so severe upon them. The land became Pharaoh’s,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/47-25.htm">Genesis 47:25</a></span><br />“You have saved our lives,” they said. “We have found favor in our lord’s eyes, and we will be Pharaoh’s servants.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/50-18.htm">Genesis 50:18-21</a></span><br />His brothers also came to him, bowed down before him, and said, “We are your slaves!” / But Joseph replied, “Do not be afraid. Am I in the place of God? / As for you, what you intended against me for evil, God intended for good, in order to accomplish a day like this—to preserve the lives of many people. ...</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">To bind his princes at his pleasure; and teach his senators wisdom.</p><p class="hdg">teach</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/41-33.htm">Genesis 41:33,38</a></b></br> Now therefore let Pharaoh look out a man discreet and wise, and set him over the land of Egypt… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/19-11.htm">Isaiah 19:11</a></b></br> Surely the princes of Zoan <i>are</i> fools, the counsel of the wise counsellers of Pharaoh is become brutish: how say ye unto Pharaoh, I <i>am</i> the son of the wise, the son of ancient kings?</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/job/41-5.htm">Bind</a> <a href="/psalms/83-11.htm">Chiefs</a> <a href="/psalms/94-12.htm">Discipline</a> <a href="/job/32-9.htm">Elders</a> <a href="/acts/22-19.htm">Imprison</a> <a href="/psalms/32-8.htm">Instruct</a> <a href="/psalms/104-15.htm">Maketh</a> <a href="/psalms/102-14.htm">Pleased</a> <a href="/psalms/103-21.htm">Pleasure</a> <a href="/psalms/83-11.htm">Princes</a> <a href="/psalms/94-12.htm">Teach</a> <a href="/psalms/104-19.htm">Teaching</a> <a href="/psalms/104-24.htm">Wisdom</a> <a href="/psalms/94-8.htm">Wise</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/118-27.htm">Bind</a> <a href="/psalms/107-32.htm">Chiefs</a> <a href="/proverbs/1-2.htm">Discipline</a> <a href="/psalms/107-32.htm">Elders</a> <a href="/obadiah/1-14.htm">Imprison</a> <a href="/proverbs/9-9.htm">Instruct</a> <a href="/psalms/105-24.htm">Maketh</a> <a href="/psalms/115-3.htm">Pleased</a> <a href="/psalms/109-17.htm">Pleasure</a> <a href="/psalms/107-40.htm">Princes</a> <a href="/psalms/119-12.htm">Teach</a> <a href="/psalms/119-6.htm">Teaching</a> <a href="/psalms/107-27.htm">Wisdom</a> <a href="/psalms/107-43.htm">Wise</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 105</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/105-1.htm">An exhortation to praise God, and to seek out his works</a></span><br><span class="reftext">7. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/105-7.htm">The story of God's providence over Abraham</a></span><br><span class="reftext">16. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/105-16.htm">Over Joseph</a></span><br><span class="reftext">23. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/105-23.htm">Over Jacob in Egypt</a></span><br><span class="reftext">26. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/105-26.htm">Over Moses delivering the Israelites</a></span><br><span class="reftext">37. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/105-37.htm">Over the Israelites brought out of Egypt, fed in the desert, and planted in Canaan.</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/105.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/105.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>to instruct his princes as he pleased</b><br>This phrase refers to Joseph's authority in Egypt, where he was given the power to instruct the Egyptian princes. Joseph's rise to power is detailed in <a href="/genesis/41.htm">Genesis 41</a>, where Pharaoh appoints him as second-in-command. This authority is significant as it demonstrates God's providence and fulfillment of His promises to Joseph, despite his earlier hardships. Joseph's ability to instruct the princes "as he pleased" indicates the trust and respect he earned, reflecting his wisdom and discernment. This mirrors the wisdom of Christ, who instructs with authority (<a href="/matthew/7-29.htm">Matthew 7:29</a>).<p><b>and teach his elders wisdom</b><br>Joseph's role in teaching the elders of Egypt highlights his God-given wisdom, which was recognized even by those outside the covenant community. This wisdom is reminiscent of Solomon, who was also renowned for his wisdom (<a href="/1_kings/4-29.htm">1 Kings 4:29-34</a>). Joseph's ability to teach the elders signifies the influence of God's people in foreign lands, foreshadowing the spread of the Gospel to all nations. It also points to Christ, who is the ultimate source of wisdom (<a href="/1_corinthians/1-24.htm">1 Corinthians 1:24</a>), teaching both Jews and Gentiles.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/j/joseph.htm">Joseph</a></b><br>The central figure in this verse, Joseph was sold into slavery by his brothers, rose to power in Egypt, and became second only to Pharaoh. His account is a testament to God's providence and faithfulness.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/e/egypt.htm">Egypt</a></b><br>The land where Joseph was taken as a slave and later became a ruler. Egypt serves as a backdrop for God's unfolding plan through Joseph's life.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/p/pharaoh.htm">Pharaoh</a></b><br>The king of Egypt who appointed Joseph as his second-in-command. Pharaoh's trust in Joseph highlights God's favor upon Joseph.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/p/princes_and_elders.htm">Princes and Elders</a></b><br>These are the leaders and wise men of Egypt whom Joseph instructed. This indicates Joseph's influence and the wisdom God granted him.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/g/god's_providence.htm">God's Providence</a></b><br>The overarching theme of Joseph's account, demonstrating how God orchestrates events for His purposes and the good of His people.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_and_timing.htm">God's Sovereignty and Timing</a></b><br>Joseph's journey from slavery to leadership illustrates God's perfect timing and control over circumstances. Trust in God's plan, even when it seems unclear.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/w/wisdom_from_god.htm">Wisdom from God</a></b><br>Joseph's ability to instruct and teach wisdom to Egyptian leaders underscores the importance of seeking God's wisdom in our own lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/i/influence_and_leadership.htm">Influence and Leadership</a></b><br>Like Joseph, Christians are called to be salt and light, influencing those around them with godly wisdom and integrity.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faithfulness_in_trials.htm">Faithfulness in Trials</a></b><br>Joseph remained faithful to God despite his trials. Believers are encouraged to remain steadfast in their faith, trusting that God is working for their good.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/purpose_in_position.htm">Purpose in Position</a></b><br>Joseph's position in Egypt was part of God's plan to save many lives. Consider how God might use your current situation for His purposes.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_105.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 105</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_was_jesus'_place_of_residence.htm">What defines a psalm?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/should_we_praise_the_lord.htm">What divine joy and wisdom do the Odes reveal?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_excel_in_everything_we_do.htm">Where can wise counsel be found?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_gambling_biblical_stewardship.htm">How can I find clarity amidst confusion?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/105.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 22.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">To bind his princes at his pleasure.</span> The kings of Egypt were despots, and could imprison any subject. Joseph, as the Pharaoh's <span class="accented">alter ego</span> (<a href="/genesis/41-40.htm">Genesis 41:40, 44</a>), would, of course, be able to do the same. <span class="cmt_word">And teach his senators wisdom</span>. As being wiser than any of them (<a href="/genesis/41-38.htm">Genesis 41:38, 39</a>). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/105-22.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">to instruct</span><br /><span class="heb">לֶאְסֹ֣ר</span> <span class="translit">(le’·sōr)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_631.htm">Strong's 631: </a> </span><span class="str2">To yoke, hitch, to fasten, to join battle</span><br /><br /><span class="word">his princes</span><br /><span class="heb">שָׂרָ֣יו</span> <span class="translit">(śā·rāw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8269.htm">Strong's 8269: </a> </span><span class="str2">Chieftain, chief, ruler, official, captain, prince</span><br /><br /><span class="word">as he pleased</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּנַפְשׁ֑וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(bə·nap̄·šōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5315.htm">Strong's 5315: </a> </span><span class="str2">A soul, living being, life, self, person, desire, passion, appetite, emotion </span><br /><br /><span class="word">and teach</span><br /><span class="heb">יְחַכֵּֽם׃</span> <span class="translit">(yə·ḥak·kêm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2449.htm">Strong's 2449: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be wise</span><br /><br /><span class="word">his elders {wisdom}.</span><br /><span class="heb">וּזְקֵנָ֥יו</span> <span class="translit">(ū·zə·qê·nāw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Adjective - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2205.htm">Strong's 2205: </a> </span><span class="str2">Old</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/105-22.htm">Psalm 105:22 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/105-22.htm">Psalm 105:22 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/105-22.htm">Psalm 105:22 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/105-22.htm">Psalm 105:22 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/105-22.htm">Psalm 105:22 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/105-22.htm">Psalm 105:22 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/105-22.htm">Psalm 105:22 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/105-22.htm">Psalm 105:22 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/105-22.htm">Psalm 105:22 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/105-22.htm">Psalm 105:22 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/105-22.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 105:22 To discipline his princes at his pleasure (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/105-21.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 105:21"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 105:21" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/105-23.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 105:23"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 105:23" /></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>