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keep watch over the door of my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/141.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Take control of what I say, O LORD, and guard my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/141.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Set a guard, O LORD, over my mouth; keep watch over the door of my lips!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/141.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Set a guard, O LORD, over my mouth; keep watch at the door of my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/141.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Set a watch, O LORD, before my mouth; keep the door of my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/141.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Set a guard, O LORD, over my mouth; Keep watch over the door of my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/141.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Set a guard, LORD, over my mouth; Keep watch over the door of my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/141.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Set a guard, O LORD, over my mouth; Keep watch over the door of my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/141.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Set a guard, O LORD, over my mouth; Keep watch over the door of my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/141.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Set a guard, O Yahweh, over my mouth; Keep watch over the door of my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/141.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Set a guard, O LORD, over my mouth; Keep watch over the door of my lips [to keep me from speaking thoughtlessly].<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/141.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />LORD, set up a guard for my mouth; keep watch at the door of my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/141.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br /> LORD, set up a guard for my mouth; keep watch at the door of my lips. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/141.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Set a watch, O Jehovah, before my mouth; Keep the door of my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/141.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Help me to guard my words whenever I say something. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/141.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Set a watch, O LORD, before my mouth; keep the door of my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/141.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />O LORD, set a guard at my mouth. Keep watch over the door of my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/141.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />LORD, place a guard at my mouth, a sentry at the door of my lips. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/141.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />LORD, set a guard over my mouth; keep watch over the door to my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/141.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Set a guard, O LORD, over my mouth; keep watch at the door of my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/141.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />O LORD, place a guard on my mouth! Protect the opening of my lips! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/141.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Set a watch, LORD, before my mouth. Keep the door of my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/141.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Set a watch, O LORD, before my mouth; keep the door of my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/141.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Set a watch, Yahweh, before my mouth. Keep the door of my lips. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/141.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Set, O YHWH, a watch for my mouth, "" Watch over the door of my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/141.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Set, O Jehovah, a watch for my mouth, Watch Thou over the door of my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/141.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Set, O Jehovah, a watch to my mouth; guard over the door of my lips.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/141.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Set a watch, O Lord, before my mouth: and a door round about my lips. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/141.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 140:3>O Lord, station a guard over my mouth and a door enclosing my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/141.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Set a guard, LORD, before my mouth, keep watch over the door of my lips. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/141.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Set a guard over my mouth, O LORD; keep watch over the door of my lips.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/141.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Set a watch, O LORD, before my mouth; keep the door of my lips,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/141.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />LORD JEHOVAH, set a guard at my mouth and a guard for my lips<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/141.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Set a guard, O LORD, to my mouth; Keep watch at the door of my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/141.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Set a watch, O Lord, on my mouth, and a strong door about by lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/141-3.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=17515" 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/141.htm">Come Quickly to Me</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">2</span>May my prayer be set before You like incense, my uplifted hands like the evening offering. <span class="reftext">3</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/7896.htm" title="7896: šî·ṯāh (V-Qal-Imp-ms:: 3fs) -- To put, set. A primitive root; to place.">Set</a> <a href="/hebrew/8108.htm" title="8108: šā·mə·rāh (N-fs) -- A guard, watch. Feminine of an unused noun from shamar meaning a guard; watchfulness.">a guard,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">O LORD,</a> <a href="/hebrew/6310.htm" title="6310: lə·p̄î (Prep-l:: N-msc:: 1cs) -- Mouth. From pa'ah; the mouth, whether literal or figurative; specifically edge, portion or side; adverbially according to.">over my mouth;</a> <a href="/hebrew/5341.htm" title="5341: niṣ·ṣə·rāh (V-Qal-Imp-ms:: 3fs) -- To watch, guard, keep. A primitive root; to guard, in a good sense Or a bad one.">keep watch</a> <a href="/hebrew/5921.htm" title="5921: ‘al- (Prep) -- Properly, the same as al used as a preposition; above, over, upon, or against in a great variety of applications.">at</a> <a href="/hebrew/1817.htm" title="1817: dal (N-msc) -- A door. From dalah; something swinging, i.e. The valve of a door.">the door</a> <a href="/hebrew/8193.htm" title="8193: śə·p̄ā·ṯāy (N-fdc:: 1cs) -- Or sepheth; probably from caphah or shaphah through the idea of termination; the lip; by implication, language; by analogy, a margin.">of my lips.</a> </span><span class="reftext">4</span>Do not let my heart be drawn to any evil thing or take part in works of wickedness with men who do iniquity; let me not feast on their delicacies.…<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="/james/3-2.htm">James 3:2-10</a></span><br />We all stumble in many ways. If anyone is never at fault in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to control his whole body. / When we put bits into the mouths of horses to make them obey us, we can guide the whole animal. / Consider ships as well. Although they are so large and are driven by strong winds, they are steered by a very small rudder wherever the pilot is inclined. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/13-3.htm">Proverbs 13:3</a></span><br />He who guards his mouth protects his life, but the one who opens his lips invites his own ruin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/4-29.htm">Ephesians 4:29</a></span><br />Let no unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building up the one in need and bringing grace to those who listen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/12-34.htm">Matthew 12:34-37</a></span><br />You brood of vipers, how can you who are evil say anything good? For out of the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks. / The good man brings good things out of his good store of treasure, and the evil man brings evil things out of his evil store of treasure. / But I tell you that men will give an account on the day of judgment for every careless word they have spoken. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/21-23.htm">Proverbs 21:23</a></span><br />He who guards his mouth and tongue keeps his soul from distress.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/4-6.htm">Colossians 4:6</a></span><br />Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/10-19.htm">Proverbs 10:19</a></span><br />When words are many, sin is unavoidable, but he who restrains his lips is wise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/1-26.htm">James 1:26</a></span><br />If anyone considers himself religious and yet does not bridle his tongue, he deceives his heart and his religion is worthless.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/15-1.htm">Proverbs 15:1-2</a></span><br />A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. / The tongue of the wise commends knowledge, but the mouth of the fool spouts folly.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/3-10.htm">1 Peter 3:10</a></span><br />For, “Whoever would love life and see good days must keep his tongue from evil and his lips from deceitful speech.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/18-21.htm">Proverbs 18:21</a></span><br />Life and death are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/6-45.htm">Luke 6:45</a></span><br />The good man brings good things out of the good treasure of his heart, and the evil man brings evil things out of the evil treasure of his heart. For out of the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/12-18.htm">Proverbs 12:18</a></span><br />Speaking rashly is like a piercing sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/15-11.htm">Matthew 15:11</a></span><br />A man is not defiled by what enters his mouth, but by what comes out of it.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/5-2.htm">Ecclesiastes 5:2-3</a></span><br />Do not be quick to speak, and do not be hasty in your heart to utter a word before God. For God is in heaven and you are on earth. So let your words be few. / As a dream comes through many cares, so the speech of a fool comes with many words.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Set a watch, O LORD, before my mouth; keep the door of my lips.</p><p class="hdg">set a watch</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/17-3.htm">Psalm 17:3-5</a></b></br> Thou hast proved mine heart; thou hast visited <i>me</i> in the night; thou hast tried me, <i>and</i> shalt find nothing; I am purposed <i>that</i> my mouth shall not transgress… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/39-1.htm">Psalm 39:1</a></b></br> To the chief Musician, <i>even</i> to Jeduthun, A Psalm of David. I said, I will take heed to my ways, that I sin not with my tongue: I will keep my mouth with a bridle, while the wicked is before me.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/71-8.htm">Psalm 71:8</a></b></br> Let my mouth be filled <i>with</i> thy praise <i>and with</i> thy honour all the day.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/118-20.htm">Door</a> <a href="/psalms/140-4.htm">Guard</a> <a href="/psalms/140-9.htm">Lips</a> <a href="/psalms/138-4.htm">Mouth</a> <a href="/psalms/139-3.htm">Watch</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/5-8.htm">Door</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-8.htm">Guard</a> <a href="/proverbs/4-24.htm">Lips</a> <a href="/psalms/141-7.htm">Mouth</a> <a href="/psalms/142-4.htm">Watch</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 141</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/141-1.htm">David prays that his suit may be acceptable</a></span><br><span class="reftext">3. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/141-3.htm">His conscience sincere</a></span><br><span class="reftext">7. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/141-7.htm">And his life free from snares</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/141.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/141.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Set a guard, O LORD, over my mouth;</b><br>This phrase is a plea for divine assistance in controlling one's speech. In biblical context, the mouth is often seen as a source of both blessing and curse (<a href="/james/3-9.htm">James 3:9-10</a>). The psalmist acknowledges human inability to fully control the tongue without God's help, reflecting the wisdom literature's emphasis on the power of words (<a href="/proverbs/18-21.htm">Proverbs 18:21</a>). The imagery of a "guard" suggests a military or protective role, indicating the seriousness with which the psalmist views the potential for harm through speech. This request aligns with the broader biblical theme of seeking God's guidance in all aspects of life, including communication.<p><b>keep watch at the door of my lips.</b><br>The "door of my lips" metaphorically represents the threshold through which words pass. In ancient Near Eastern culture, city gates were places of judgment and decision-making, and guards were stationed to control access. Similarly, the psalmist desires vigilance over what is allowed to exit his mouth. This reflects a deep understanding of the need for self-control and discernment, as echoed in <a href="/proverbs/13-3.htm">Proverbs 13:3</a>, which warns that those who guard their lips preserve their lives. The request for God to "keep watch" implies a continuous, active role, suggesting that vigilance in speech is an ongoing spiritual discipline. This phrase also points to the prophetic role of Jesus Christ, who is described as the Word made flesh (<a href="/john/1-14.htm">John 1:14</a>), embodying perfect speech and truth.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/d/david.htm">David</a></b><br>The author of this psalm, David is seeking God's help in controlling his speech. As a king and a man after God's own heart, David often faced situations where his words could have significant impact.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD</a></b><br>The divine being whom David addresses, asking for assistance in guarding his speech. This reflects David's reliance on God for personal sanctification.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_mouth_and_lips.htm">The Mouth and Lips</a></b><br>Metaphorical places in this verse, representing the source of speech and communication. David uses these terms to emphasize the need for divine intervention in controlling what he says.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_words.htm">The Power of Words</a></b><br>Words have the power to build up or tear down. As believers, we must be mindful of our speech, recognizing its potential impact on others and ourselves.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/dependence_on_god.htm">Dependence on God</a></b><br>Like David, we should seek God's help in controlling our speech. This dependence is a sign of humility and recognition of our own limitations.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/self-control_and_discipline.htm">Self-Control and Discipline</a></b><br>Guarding our speech requires self-control, a fruit of the Spirit. We should actively practice discipline in our communication.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/prayer_as_a_tool.htm">Prayer as a Tool</a></b><br>David's prayer is a model for us. We should regularly pray for God's guidance in our speech, asking Him to help us speak words that honor Him.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/a/accountability.htm">Accountability</a></b><br>We should seek accountability from fellow believers to help us maintain integrity in our speech, encouraging one another to speak truth and love.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_141.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 141</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/psalm_141_3__science_behind_speech_guard.htm">Psalm 141:3 – What scientific or psychological basis supports the metaphor of God acting as a literal guard over someone’s speech? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_speech.htm">What does the Bible teach about controlling speech?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_is_a_rebuke_from_the_righteous_kind.htm">Psalm 141:5 – Why would a “strike” or rebuke from the righteous be considered a kindness, when other biblical passages seem to discourage violence? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_swearing.htm">What does the Bible say about using foul language?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/141.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(3) <span class= "bld">Watch.</span>--The image drawn from the guard set at city gates at night seems to indicate the evening as the time of composition of the psalm.<p><span class= "bld">Door of my lips.</span>--Comp. "doors of thy mouth" (<a href="/micah/7-5.htm" title="Trust you not in a friend, put you not confidence in a guide: keep the doors of your mouth from her that lies in your bosom.">Micah 7:5</a>), and so in Euripides, <span class= "greekheb">????? ????????</span><span class= "ital">. </span>For the probable motive of the prayer, see Introduction. The poet's feeling is that of Xenocrates: "I have often repented of having spoken, but never of having been silent."<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/141.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 3.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Set a watch, O Lord, before my mouth</span>; keep the door of my lips (comp. <a href="/psalms/39-1.htm">Psalm 39:1</a>). David's was a hasty, impetuous temper, which required sharp control. He strove to "keep his own mouth with a bridle" - to " be dumb with silence, and hold his peace" - but this was not always possible for him of his own unassisted strength. He therefore makes his prayer to God for the Divine help. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/141-3.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">Set</span><br /><span class="heb">שִׁיתָ֣ה</span> <span class="translit">(šî·ṯāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular | third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7896.htm">Strong's 7896: </a> </span><span class="str2">To put, set</span><br /><br /><span class="word">a guard,</span><br /><span class="heb">שָׁמְרָ֣ה</span> <span class="translit">(šā·mə·rāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8108.htm">Strong's 8108: </a> </span><span class="str2">A guard, watch</span><br /><br /><span class="word">O LORD,</span><br /><span class="heb">יְ֭הוָה</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3068.htm">Strong's 3068: </a> </span><span class="str2">LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">over my mouth;</span><br /><span class="heb">לְפִ֑י</span> <span class="translit">(lə·p̄î)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6310.htm">Strong's 6310: </a> </span><span class="str2">The mouth, edge, portion, side, according to</span><br /><br /><span class="word">keep watch</span><br /><span class="heb">נִ֝צְּרָ֗ה</span> <span class="translit">(niṣ·ṣə·rāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular | third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5341.htm">Strong's 5341: </a> </span><span class="str2">To watch, guard, keep</span><br /><br /><span class="word">at</span><br /><span class="heb">עַל־</span> <span class="translit">(‘al-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5921.htm">Strong's 5921: </a> </span><span class="str2">Above, over, upon, against</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the door</span><br /><span class="heb">דַּ֥ל</span> <span class="translit">(dal)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1817.htm">Strong's 1817: </a> </span><span class="str2">Something swinging, the valve of a, door</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of my lips.</span><br /><span class="heb">שְׂפָתָֽי׃</span> <span class="translit">(śə·p̄ā·ṯāy)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - fdc | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8193.htm">Strong's 8193: </a> </span><span class="str2">The lip, language, a margin</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/141-3.htm">Psalm 141:3 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/141-3.htm">Psalm 141:3 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/141-3.htm">Psalm 141:3 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/141-3.htm">Psalm 141:3 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/141-3.htm">Psalm 141:3 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/141-3.htm">Psalm 141:3 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/141-3.htm">Psalm 141:3 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/141-3.htm">Psalm 141:3 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/141-3.htm">Psalm 141:3 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/141-3.htm">Psalm 141:3 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/141-3.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 141:3 Set a watch Yahweh before my mouth (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/141-2.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 141:2"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 141:2" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/141-4.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 141:4"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 141:4" /></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>