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for he shall pluck my feet out of the net.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/25.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />My eyes <i>are</i> ever toward the LORD, For He shall pluck my feet out of the net.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/25.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />My eyes are continually toward the LORD, For He will rescue my feet from the net.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/25.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />My eyes are continually toward the LORD, For He will pluck my feet out of the net.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/25.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />My eyes are continually toward the LORD, For He will pluck my feet out of the net.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/25.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />My eyes are continually toward Yahweh, For He will bring my feet out of the net.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/25.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />My eyes are continually toward the LORD, For He will bring my feet out of the net.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/25.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />My eyes are always on the LORD, for he will pull my feet out of the net.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/25.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />My eyes are always on the LORD, for He will pull my feet out of the net. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/25.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Mine eyes are ever toward Jehovah; For he will pluck my feet out of the net.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/25.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />I always look to you, because you rescue me from every trap. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/25.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Mine eyes are ever toward the LORD; for he shall pluck my feet out of the net.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/25.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />My eyes are always on the LORD. He removes my feet from traps.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/25.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />I look to the LORD for help at all times, and he rescues me from danger. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/25.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />My eyes look to the LORD continuously, because he's the one who releases my feet from the trap. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/25.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />My eyes are always on the LORD, for He will free my feet from the mesh.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/25.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />I continually look to the LORD for help, for he will free my feet from the enemy's net. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/25.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />My eyes are ever on the LORD, for he will pluck my feet out of the net.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/25.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />My eyes are ever towards the LORD; for he will pluck my feet out of the net.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/25.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />My eyes are ever on Yahweh, for he will pluck my feet out of the net. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/25.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />My eyes [are] continually to YHWH, "" For He brings my feet out from a net.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/25.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Mine eyes are continually unto Jehovah, For He bringeth out from a net my feet.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/25.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Mine eyes are always to Jehovah, for he will bring forth my feet from the net.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/25.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />My eyes are ever towards the Lord: for he shall pluck my feet out of the snare. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/25.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 24:15>My eyes are ever toward the Lord, for he will pull my feet from the snare.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/25.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />My eyes are ever upon the LORD, who frees my feet from the snare. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/25.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />My eyes are ever toward the LORD, for he will pluck my feet out of the net.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/25.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />My eyes are ever toward the LORD; for he will release my feet out of the net.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/25.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />My eyes are always unto LORD JEHOVAH because he removes my feet from the net.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/25.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Mine eyes are ever toward the LORD; For He will bring forth my feet out of the net.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/25.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Mine eyes are continually to the Lord; for he shall draw my feet out of the snare.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/25-15.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=2621" 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/25.htm">To You I Lift Up My Soul</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">14</span>The LORD confides in those who fear Him, and reveals His covenant to them. <span class="reftext">15</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/5869.htm" title="5869: ‘ê·nay (N-cdc:: 1cs) -- An eye. Probably a primitive word; an eye; by analogy, a fountain.">My eyes</a> <a href="/hebrew/8548.htm" title="8548: tā·mîḏ (Adv) -- From an unused root meaning to stretch; properly, continuance; but used only constant; ellipt. The regular sacrifice.">are always</a> <a href="/hebrew/413.htm" title="413: ’el- (Prep) -- To, into, towards. ">on</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.">the LORD,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">for</a> <a href="/hebrew/1931.htm" title="1931: hū- (Pro-3ms) -- He, she, it. ">He</a> <a href="/hebrew/3318.htm" title="3318: yō·w·ṣî (V-Hifil-Imperf-3ms) -- A primitive root; to go out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim.">will free</a> <a href="/hebrew/7272.htm" title="7272: raḡ·lāy (N-fdc:: 1cs) -- Foot. From ragal; a foot; by implication, a step; by euphem. The pudenda.">my feet</a> <a href="/hebrew/7568.htm" title="7568: mê·re·šeṯ (Prep-m:: N-fs) -- A net. From yarash; a net.">from the mesh.</a> </span><span class="reftext">16</span>Turn to me and be gracious, for I am lonely and afflicted.…<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="/hebrews/12-2.htm">Hebrews 12:2</a></span><br />Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/45-22.htm">Isaiah 45:22</a></span><br />Turn to Me and be saved, all the ends of the earth; for I am God, and there is no other.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/121-1.htm">Psalm 121:1-2</a></span><br />A song of ascents. I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? / My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/3-18.htm">2 Corinthians 3:18</a></span><br />And we, who with unveiled faces all reflect the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into His image with intensifying glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/123-1.htm">Psalm 123:1-2</a></span><br />A song of ascents. I lift up my eyes to You, the One enthroned in heaven. / As the eyes of servants look to the hand of their master, as the eyes of a maidservant look to the hand of her mistress, so our eyes are on the LORD our God until He shows us mercy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/3-1.htm">Colossians 3:1-2</a></span><br />Therefore, since you have been raised with Christ, strive for the things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. / Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/4-25.htm">Proverbs 4:25</a></span><br />Let your eyes look forward; fix your gaze straight ahead.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/14-29.htm">Matthew 14:29-30</a></span><br />“Come,” said Jesus. Then Peter got down out of the boat, walked on the water, and came toward Jesus. / But when he saw the strength of the wind, he was afraid and, beginning to sink, cried out, “Lord, save me!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/34-5.htm">Psalm 34:5</a></span><br />Those who look to Him are radiant with joy; their faces shall never be ashamed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/3-14.htm">John 3:14-15</a></span><br />Just as Moses lifted up the snake in the wilderness, so the Son of Man must be lifted up, / that everyone who believes in Him may have eternal life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/141-8.htm">Psalm 141:8</a></span><br />But my eyes are fixed on You, O GOD the Lord. In You I seek refuge; do not leave my soul defenseless.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/7-55.htm">Acts 7:55</a></span><br />But Stephen, full of the Holy Spirit, looked intently into heaven and saw the glory of God and Jesus standing at the right hand of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/lamentations/3-41.htm">Lamentations 3:41</a></span><br />Let us lift up our hearts and hands to God in heaven:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/3-12.htm">1 Peter 3:12</a></span><br />For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and His ears are inclined to their prayer. But the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/119-18.htm">Psalm 119:18</a></span><br />Open my eyes that I may see wondrous things from Your law.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">My eyes are ever toward the LORD; for he shall pluck my feet out of the net.</p><p class="hdg">Mine</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/121-1.htm">Psalm 121:1,2</a></b></br> A Song of degrees. I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/123-2.htm">Psalm 123:2</a></b></br> Behold, as the eyes of servants <i>look</i> unto the hand of their masters, <i>and</i> as the eyes of a maiden unto the hand of her mistress; so our eyes <i>wait</i> upon the LORD our God, until that he have mercy upon us.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/141-8.htm">Psalm 141:8</a></b></br> But mine eyes <i>are</i> unto thee, O GOD the Lord: in thee is my trust; leave not my soul destitute.</p><p class="hdg">pluck [heb.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/31-4.htm">Psalm 31:4</a></b></br> Pull me out of the net that they have laid privily for me: for thou <i>art</i> my strength.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/124-7.htm">Psalm 124:7,8</a></b></br> Our soul is escaped as a bird out of the snare of the fowlers: the snare is broken, and we are escaped… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/jeremiah/5-26.htm">Jeremiah 5:26</a></b></br> For among my people are found wicked <i>men</i>: they lay wait, as he that setteth snares; they set a trap, they catch men.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/16-8.htm">Continually</a> <a href="/psalms/19-14.htm">Eyes</a> <a href="/psalms/22-16.htm">Feet</a> <a href="/psalms/22-9.htm">Forth</a> <a href="/psalms/10-9.htm">Net</a> <a href="/job/30-4.htm">Pluck</a> <a href="/job/14-14.htm">Release</a> <a href="/job/40-24.htm">Snare</a> <a href="/psalms/25-6.htm">Times</a> <a href="/psalms/5-7.htm">Towards</a> <a href="/psalms/24-6.htm">Turned</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/26-3.htm">Continually</a> <a href="/psalms/26-3.htm">Eyes</a> <a href="/psalms/26-12.htm">Feet</a> <a href="/psalms/29-7.htm">Forth</a> <a href="/psalms/31-4.htm">Net</a> <a href="/psalms/31-4.htm">Pluck</a> <a href="/psalms/102-20.htm">Release</a> <a href="/psalms/38-12.htm">Snare</a> <a href="/psalms/31-15.htm">Times</a> <a href="/psalms/28-2.htm">Towards</a> <a href="/psalms/25-16.htm">Turned</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 25</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/25-1.htm">David's confidence in prayer</a></span><br><span class="reftext">7. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/25-7.htm">He prays for remission of sins</a></span><br><span class="reftext">16. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/25-16.htm">and for help in affliction</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/25.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/25.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>My eyes are always on the LORD</b><br>This phrase emphasizes a continual focus and reliance on God. In biblical context, "eyes" often symbolize attention and trust. The psalmist's declaration reflects a deep, personal relationship with God, akin to the trust seen in <a href="/psalms/121.htm">Psalm 121:1-2</a>, where the psalmist looks to the hills for help, signifying a reliance on God as the ultimate source of aid. This focus on God is a recurring theme throughout the Psalms, highlighting the importance of maintaining spiritual vigilance and dependence on divine guidance. The phrase also echoes the call to "fix our eyes on Jesus" in <a href="/hebrews/12-2.htm">Hebrews 12:2</a>, suggesting a typological connection to Christ as the ultimate fulfillment of divine guidance and salvation.<p><b>for He will free my feet from the mesh</b><br>The imagery of a "mesh" or "net" is often used in Scripture to describe entrapment or danger, as seen in <a href="/psalms/31-4.htm">Psalm 31:4</a> and <a href="/psalms/140-5.htm">Psalm 140:5</a>. This metaphorical language conveys the idea of being caught in life's trials or the snares of sin. The psalmist expresses confidence in God's ability to deliver and protect, a theme prevalent in the Old Testament, where God is frequently depicted as a deliverer of His people, such as in the Exodus narrative. This deliverance can also be seen as a type of Christ's redemptive work, where Jesus frees believers from the bondage of sin, as articulated in <a href="/john/8-36.htm">John 8:36</a>. The assurance of divine rescue underscores the faithfulness of God to those who trust in Him, reinforcing the covenant relationship between God and His people.<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/25.htm">Psalm 25</a>, King David, is expressing his trust and reliance on God. He is known for his deep relationship with God and his psalms often reflect his personal struggles and faith.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The central figure in this verse, representing God as the deliverer and protector. The use of "LORD" in all caps signifies the covenant name of God, Yahweh, emphasizing His eternal and unchanging nature.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_net.htm">The Net</a></b><br>Symbolic of the traps and dangers that David faces. In the ancient context, a net was often used for hunting or capturing, representing the snares of life or the schemes of enemies.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/f/focus_on_god.htm">Focus on God</a></b><br>Keeping our eyes on the LORD means maintaining a constant awareness of His presence and guidance in our lives. This requires intentionality in our daily walk with Him.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/trust_in_divine_deliverance.htm">Trust in Divine Deliverance</a></b><br>Just as David trusted God to free him from the net, we too can trust God to deliver us from the challenges and traps we face. This involves surrendering our fears and anxieties to Him.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/spiritual_vigilance.htm">Spiritual Vigilance</a></b><br>Being aware of the "nets" or traps in our lives, such as temptations or distractions, and seeking God's wisdom to navigate them.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/prayerful_dependence.htm">Prayerful Dependence</a></b><br>Regular prayer and communion with God help us to keep our focus on Him and seek His guidance in all circumstances.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_25.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 25</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_is_the_angel_amenadiel.htm">What will happen to the righteous and the wicked?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_psalm_15_contradict_god's_open_invite.htm">Psalm 15:1 says only certain people can dwell with the Lord; doesn't this contradict the broader biblical idea of God's universal invitation?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_psalm_116_15_lessen_death's_tragedy.htm">Psalm 116:15 states 'precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints'--does this diminish the tragedy of death or contradict God's benevolence?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_can_faith_help_overcome_despair.htm">How can faith help overcome despair?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/25.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 15.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Mine eyes are ever toward the Lord</span>. David is always looking to God (<a href="/psalms/141-8.htm">Psalm 141:8</a>), waiting for him (<a href="/psalms/40-1.htm">Psalm 40:1</a>; <a href="/psalms/62-1.htm">Psalm 62:1, 5</a>; <a href="/psalms/69-3.htm">Psalm 69:3</a>, etc.), expecting his providences, anticipating his deliverances (<a href="/psalms/3-7.htm">Psalm 3:7</a>; <a href="/psalms/5-11.htm">Psalm 5:11</a>; <a href="/psalms/7-1.htm">Psalm 7:1</a>; <a href="/psalms/9-3.htm">Psalm 9:3</a>, etc.). He is now, apparently, in some danger or difficulty, and in need of the Divine succour (comp. ver. 2). <span class="cmt_word">For he shall pluck my feet out of the net</span> (comp. <a href="/psalms/9-15.htm">Psalm 9:15</a>; <a href="/psalms/10-10.htm">Psalm 10:10</a>; <a href="/psalms/31-5.htm">Psalm 31:5</a>; <a href="/psalms/35-7.htm">Psalm 35:7</a>, etc.). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/25-15.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 eyes</span><br /><span class="heb">עֵינַ֣י</span> <span class="translit">(‘ê·nay)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - cdc | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5869.htm">Strong's 5869: </a> </span><span class="str2">An eye, a fountain</span><br /><br /><span class="word">are always</span><br /><span class="heb">תָּ֭מִיד</span> <span class="translit">(tā·mîḏ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8548.htm">Strong's 8548: </a> </span><span class="str2">Continuance, constant, ellipt, the regular, sacrifice</span><br /><br /><span class="word">on</span><br /><span class="heb">אֶל־</span> <span class="translit">(’el-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_413.htm">Strong's 413: </a> </span><span class="str2">Near, with, among, to</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the LORD,</span><br /><span class="heb">יְהוָ֑ה</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">for</span><br /><span class="heb">כִּ֤י</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">He</span><br /><span class="heb">הֽוּא־</span> <span class="translit">(hū-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Pronoun - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1931.htm">Strong's 1931: </a> </span><span class="str2">He, self, the same, this, that, as, are</span><br /><br /><span class="word">will free</span><br /><span class="heb">יוֹצִ֖יא</span> <span class="translit">(yō·w·ṣî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3318.htm">Strong's 3318: </a> </span><span class="str2">To go, bring, out, direct and proxim</span><br /><br /><span class="word">my feet</span><br /><span class="heb">רַגְלָֽי׃</span> <span class="translit">(raḡ·lāy)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - fdc | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7272.htm">Strong's 7272: </a> </span><span class="str2">A foot, a step, the pudenda</span><br /><br /><span class="word">from the mesh.</span><br /><span class="heb">מֵרֶ֣שֶׁת</span> <span class="translit">(mê·re·šeṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-m | Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7568.htm">Strong's 7568: </a> </span><span class="str2">A net</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/25-15.htm">Psalm 25:15 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/25-15.htm">Psalm 25:15 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/25-15.htm">Psalm 25:15 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/25-15.htm">Psalm 25:15 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/25-15.htm">Psalm 25:15 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/25-15.htm">Psalm 25:15 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/25-15.htm">Psalm 25:15 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/25-15.htm">Psalm 25:15 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/25-15.htm">Psalm 25:15 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/25-15.htm">Psalm 25:15 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/25-15.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 25:15 My eyes are ever on Yahweh (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/25-14.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 25:14"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 25:14" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/25-16.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 25:16"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 25:16" /></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>