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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Precepts</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/p/precepts.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/matthew/15-9.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/p/precepts.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Precepts</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/p/precept.htm" title="Precept">&#9668;</a> Precepts <a href="/topical/p/precepts_and_testimonies.htm" title="Precepts and Testimonies">&#9658;</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#cnc" title="Multiversion Concordance">Concordance</a> &#8226; <a href="#thes" title="Bible Thesaurus">Thesaurus</a> &#8226; <a href="#grk" title="Strong's Greek Concordance">Greek</a> &#8226; <a href="#heb" title="Strong's Hebrew Concordance">Hebrew</a> &#8226; <a href="#lib" title="Library">Library</a> &#8226; <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> &#8226; <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div>In biblical terminology, "precepts" refer to commandments, instructions, or principles intended to guide behavior and belief. The term is often used in the context of God's laws and teachings, which are meant to direct the lives of the faithful. Precepts are seen as divine guidelines that help believers live in a manner pleasing to God, ensuring a life of righteousness and holiness.<br><br><b>Old Testament Usage</b><br><br>The concept of precepts is prominently featured in the Old Testament, particularly in the Psalms. The Hebrew word often translated as "precepts" is "piqqudim," which conveys the idea of mandates or authoritative orders. These precepts are considered an integral part of the Torah, the law given by God to the people of Israel.<br><br>Psalm 119, the longest chapter in the Bible, extensively discusses the importance of God's precepts. The psalmist expresses a deep love and reverence for these divine instructions, recognizing them as a source of wisdom and understanding. For example, <a href="/psalms/119-4.htm">Psalm 119:4-5</a> states, "You have ordained Your precepts, that we should keep them diligently. Oh, that my ways were steadfast in keeping Your statutes!"<br><br>The precepts of the Lord are portrayed as trustworthy and righteous, providing guidance and stability. <a href="/psalms/19-8.htm">Psalm 19:8</a> declares, "The precepts of the LORD are right, bringing joy to the heart; the commandments of the LORD are radiant, giving light to the eyes."<br><br><b>New Testament Context</b><br><br>While the term "precepts" is less frequently used in the New Testament, the concept remains significant. Jesus Christ emphasized the importance of adhering to God's commandments and teachings. In <a href="/matthew/5-17.htm">Matthew 5:17-19</a> , Jesus affirms the enduring relevance of the law: "Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them, but to fulfill them. For truly I tell you, until heaven and earth pass away, not a single jot, not a stroke of a pen, will disappear from the Law until everything is accomplished. So then, whoever breaks one of the least of these commandments and teaches others to do likewise will be called least in the kingdom of heaven; but whoever practices and teaches them will be called great in the kingdom of heaven."<br><br>The apostle Paul also underscores the importance of following God's precepts, particularly in the context of living a life that reflects the teachings of Christ. In <a href="/romans/8-4.htm">Romans 8:4</a> , Paul writes, "so that the righteous standard of the Law might be fulfilled in us, who do not walk according to the flesh but according to the Spirit."<br><br><b>Theological Significance</b><br><br>Precepts are not merely rules to be followed; they are expressions of God's character and will. They serve as a moral compass, guiding believers in their daily lives and helping them to cultivate a relationship with God. By adhering to these divine instructions, believers demonstrate their love and commitment to God, as well as their desire to live in accordance with His will.<br><br>The precepts of God are seen as a source of spiritual nourishment and growth. They provide clarity and direction in a world often marked by confusion and moral ambiguity. As such, they are cherished by those who seek to live a life of faithfulness and devotion to God.<a name="grk" id="grk"></a><div class="vheading2">Greek</div><a href="/greek/1778.htm"><span class="l">1778. entalma -- an injunction, ie religious precept</span></a> <br><b>...</b> See 1785 (). Word Origin from entellomai Definition an injunction, ie religious<br> precept NASB Word Usage commandments (1), <b>precepts</b> (2). commandment. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/1778.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><p><a href="/greek/5084.htm"><span class="l">5084. teresis -- a watching, hence imprisonment, a keeping</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Feminine Transliteration: teresis Phonetic Spelling: (tay&#39;-ray-sis) Short Definition:<br> a prison, observance Definition: a prison; observance (as of <b>precepts</b>). <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/5084.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 7k</font><p><a href="/greek/4747.htm"><span class="l">4747. stoicheion -- one of a row, hence a letter (of the alphabet) <b>...</b></span></a> <br><b>...</b> refers to &quot;the with which mankind . . were (before the time of Christ), ie the<br> elements of religious training or the ceremonial <b>precepts</b> common alike <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/4747.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 8k</font><a name="heb" id="heb"></a><div class="vheading2">Strong's Hebrew</div><a href="/hebrew/6490.htm"><span class="l">6490. piqqud -- a precept</span></a><br><b>...</b> 6489, 6490. piqqud. 6491 . a precept. Transliteration: piqqud Phonetic<br> Spelling: (pik-kood&#39;) Short Definition: <b>precepts</b>. Word Origin <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/6490.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><a name="lib" id="lib"></a><div class="vheading2">Library</div><p><a href="/library/aquinas/summa_theologica/whether_the_precepts_of_the_6.htm"><span class="l">Whether the <b>Precepts</b> of the Decalogue are <b>Precepts</b> of Justice?</span></a> <br><b>...</b> OF THE <b>PRECEPTS</b> OF JUSTICE (SIX ARTICLES) Whether the <b>precepts</b> of the decalogue<br> are <b>precepts</b> of justice? Objection 1: It seems that <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether the precepts of the 6.htm</font><p><a href="/library/aquinas/summa_theologica/whether_all_the_moral_precepts_2.htm"><span class="l">Whether all the Moral <b>Precepts</b> of the Old Law are Reducible to the <b>...</b></span></a> <br><b>...</b> OF THE MORAL <b>PRECEPTS</b> OF THE OLD LAW (TWELVE ARTICLES) Whether all the moral <b>precepts</b><br> of the Old Law are reducible to the ten <b>precepts</b> of the decalogue? <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether all the moral precepts 2.htm</font><p><a href="/library/aquinas/summa_theologica/whether_the_precepts_of_the_3.htm"><span class="l">Whether the <b>Precepts</b> of the Decalogue are Suitably Formulated?</span></a> <br><b>...</b> OF THE MORAL <b>PRECEPTS</b> OF THE OLD LAW (TWELVE ARTICLES) Whether the <b>precepts</b><br> of the decalogue are suitably formulated? Objection <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether the precepts of the 3.htm</font><p><a href="/library/aquinas/summa_theologica/whether_the_ten_precepts_of.htm"><span class="l">Whether the Ten <b>Precepts</b> of the Decalogue are Set in Proper Order?</span></a> <br><b>...</b> OF THE MORAL <b>PRECEPTS</b> OF THE OLD LAW (TWELVE ARTICLES) Whether the ten <b>precepts</b><br> of the decalogue are set in proper order? Objection <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../christianbookshelf.org/aquinas/summa theologica/whether the ten precepts of.htm</font><p><a href="/library/aquinas/summa_theologica/whether_the_precepts_of_the.htm"><span class="l">Whether the <b>Precepts</b> of the Decalogue are Suitably Distinguished <b>...</b></span></a> <br><b>...</b> OF THE MORAL <b>PRECEPTS</b> OF THE OLD LAW (TWELVE ARTICLES) Whether the <b>precepts</b><br> of the decalogue are suitably distinguished from one another? <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../christianbookshelf.org/aquinas/summa theologica/whether the precepts of the.htm</font><p><a href="/library/aquinas/summa_theologica/whether_the_precepts_of_the_7.htm"><span class="l">Whether the <b>Precepts</b> of the Parts of Fortitude are Suitably Given <b>...</b></span></a> <br><b>...</b> OF THE <b>PRECEPTS</b> OF FORTITUDE (TWO ARTICLES) Whether the <b>precepts</b> of the<br> parts of fortitude are suitably given in the Divine Law? <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether the precepts of the 7.htm</font><p><a href="/library/aquinas/summa_theologica/whether_the_moral_precepts_of.htm"><span class="l">Whether the Moral <b>Precepts</b> of the Law are About all the Acts of <b>...</b></span></a> <br><b>...</b> OF THE MORAL <b>PRECEPTS</b> OF THE OLD LAW (TWELVE ARTICLES) Whether the moral <b>precepts</b><br> of the Law are about all the acts of virtue? Objection <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether the moral precepts of.htm</font><p><a href="/library/aquinas/summa_theologica/whether_besides_the_moral_and.htm"><span class="l">Whether, Besides the Moral and Ceremonial <b>Precepts</b>, There are Also <b>...</b></span></a> <br><b>...</b> Whether, besides the moral and ceremonial <b>precepts</b>, there are also judicial<br> <b>precepts</b>? Objection 1: It would seem that there are <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether besides the moral and.htm</font><p><a href="/library/aquinas/summa_theologica/whether_the_precepts_of_the_4.htm"><span class="l">Whether the <b>Precepts</b> of the Decalogue are Dispensable?</span></a> <br><b>...</b> OF THE MORAL <b>PRECEPTS</b> OF THE OLD LAW (TWELVE ARTICLES) Whether the <b>precepts</b><br> of the decalogue are dispensable? Objection 1: It would <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether the precepts of the 4.htm</font><p><a href="/library/aquinas/summa_theologica/whether_the_precepts_of_the_8.htm"><span class="l">Whether the <b>Precepts</b> of the virtues Annexed to Temperance are <b>...</b></span></a> <br><b>...</b> OF THE <b>PRECEPTS</b> OF TEMPERANCE (TWO ARTICLES) Whether the <b>precepts</b> of the virtues<br> annexed to temperance are suitably given in the Divine law? <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether the precepts of the 8.htm</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/p/precepts.htm"><span class="l"><b>Precepts</b> (40 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b><b>Precepts</b> (40 Occurrences). Matthew 15:9 but it is in vain they worship Me, while<br> they lay down <b>precepts</b> which are mere human rules.'&quot; (WEY ASV NAS RSV). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/p/precepts.htm - 17k</font><p><a href="/topical/m/meditate.htm"><span class="l">Meditate (37 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> (DBY YLT). Psalms 119:15 I will meditate on your <b>precepts</b>, and consider your ways. <b>...</b><br> Psalms 119:27 Let me understand the teaching of your <b>precepts</b>! <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/m/meditate.htm - 16k</font><p><a href="/topical/p/precept.htm"><span class="l">Precept (7 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Noah Webster's Dictionary (vt) To teach by <b>precepts</b>. Int. Standard Bible<br> Encyclopedia. PRECEPT. pre'-sept: A commandment, an authoritative <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/p/precept.htm - 10k</font><p><a href="/topical/t/ten.htm"><span class="l">Ten (234 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> which were broken. Moses was commanded to write the special <b>precepts</b> given<br> by God during this interview; but the. Ten Commandments <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/t/ten.htm - 60k</font><p><a href="/topical/l/lovest.htm"><span class="l">Lovest (13 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Romans 13:9 For the <b>precepts</b>, &quot;Thou shalt not commit adultery,&quot; &quot;Thou shalt do no<br> murder,&quot; &quot;Thou shalt not steal,&quot; &quot;Thou shalt not covet,&quot; and all other <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/l/lovest.htm - 10k</font><p><a href="/topical/w/washing.htm"><span class="l">Washing (56 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Moses had commanded washings oft, but always for some definite cause; but the Jews<br> multiplied the legal observance till they formed a large body of <b>precepts</b>. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/w/washing.htm - 38k</font><p><a href="/topical/w/wandered.htm"><span class="l">Wandered (29 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> (WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). Psalms 119:110 The wicked have laid a<br> snare for me; but I have not wandered from thy <b>precepts</b>. (DBY YLT). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/w/wandered.htm - 15k</font><p><a href="/topical/m/mere.htm"><span class="l">Mere (56 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Mere (56 Occurrences). Matthew 15:9 but it is in vain they worship Me, while<br> they lay down <b>precepts</b> which are mere human rules.'&quot; (WEY). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/m/mere.htm - 22k</font><p><a href="/topical/p/perversely.htm"><span class="l">Perversely (15 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> (YLT). Psalms 119:78 Let the proud be ashamed; for they dealt perversely with me<br> without a cause: but I will meditate in thy <b>precepts</b>. (KJV DBY WBS YLT). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/p/perversely.htm - 11k</font><p><a href="/topical/c/commandments.htm"><span class="l">Commandments (181 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> In the Ten Commandments, or, more properly, Ten Words, EVm (debharim), they are<br> reduced to a few all-comprehensive <b>precepts</b> of permanent validity, upon which <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/c/commandments.htm - 65k</font><p><a name="res" id="res"></a><div class="vheading2">Resources</div><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/forty-two-precepts-of-Maat.html">Are the Ten Commandments taken from the forty-two precepts of Ma&#39;at? &#124; GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/Judaism.html">What is Judaism and what do Jews believe? &#124; GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/Psalm-119.html">What should we learn from Psalm 119? &#124; GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><a href="/concordance/">Bible Concordance</a> &#8226; <a href="/dictionary/">Bible Dictionary</a> &#8226; <a href="/encyclopedia/">Bible Encyclopedia</a> &#8226; <a href="/topical/">Topical Bible</a> &#8226; <a href="/thesaurus/">Bible Thesuarus</a></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="cnc" id="cnc"></a><div class="vheading2">Concordance</div><span class="encheading">Precepts (40 Occurrences)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/matthew/15-9.htm">Matthew 15:9</a></span><br />but it is in vain they worship Me, while they lay down <span class="boldtext">precepts</span> which are mere human rules.'"<br /><span class="source">(WEY ASV NAS RSV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/mark/7-7.htm">Mark 7:7</a></span><br />But idle is their devotion while they lay down <span class="boldtext">precepts</span> which are mere human rules.' <br /><span class="source">(WEY ASV NAS RSV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/luke/1-6.htm">Luke 1:6</a></span><br />They were both of them upright before God, blamelessly obeying all the Lord's <span class="boldtext">precepts</span> and ordinances.<br /><span class="source">(WEY)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/romans/2-26.htm">Romans 2:26</a></span><br />If therefore the uncircumcised keep the ordinances of the law, won't his uncircumcision be accounted as circumcision?<br /><span class="source">(See RSV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/romans/13-9.htm">Romans 13:9</a></span><br />For the <span class="boldtext">precepts</span>, "Thou shalt not commit adultery," "Thou shalt do no murder," "Thou shalt not steal," "Thou shalt not covet," and all other precepts, are summed up in this one command, "Thou shalt love thy fellow man as much as thou lovest thyself."<br /><span class="source">(WEY)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/galatians/3-10.htm">Galatians 3:10</a></span><br />All who are depending upon their own obedience to the Law are under a curse, for it is written, "Cursed is every one who does not remain faithful to all the <span class="boldtext">precepts</span> of the Law, and practise them."<br /><span class="source">(WEY)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/colossians/2-20.htm">Colossians 2:20</a></span><br />If you have died with Christ and have escaped from the world's rudimentary notions, why, as though your life still belonged to the world, do you submit to such <span class="boldtext">precepts</span> as<br /><span class="source">(WEY)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/colossians/2-22.htm">Colossians 2:22</a></span><br />(all of which perish with use), according to the <span class="boldtext">precepts</span> and doctrines of men?<br /><span class="source">(WEB ASV RSV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/deuteronomy/33-10.htm">Deuteronomy 33:10</a></span><br />They shall teach Jacob your ordinances, and Israel your law. They shall put incense before you, and whole burnt offering on your altar.<br /><span class="source">(See NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/nehemiah/9-14.htm">Nehemiah 9:14</a></span><br />And madest known unto them thy holy sabbath, and commandedst them <span class="boldtext">precepts</span>, statutes, and laws, by the hand of Moses thy servant:<br /><span class="source">(KJV WBS)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/19-8.htm">Psalms 19:8</a></span><br />Yahweh's <span class="boldtext">precepts</span> are right, rejoicing the heart. Yahweh's commandment is pure, enlightening the eyes.<br /><span class="source">(WEB JPS ASV DBY YLT NAS RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/103-18.htm">Psalms 103:18</a></span><br />to those who keep his covenant, to those who remember to obey his <span class="boldtext">precepts</span>.<br /><span class="source">(WEB JPS ASV DBY YLT NAS NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/111-7.htm">Psalms 111:7</a></span><br />The works of his hands are truth and justice. All his <span class="boldtext">precepts</span> are sure. <br /><span class="source">(WEB JPS ASV DBY NAS RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/111-10.htm">Psalms 111:10</a></span><br />The fear of Jehovah is the beginning of wisdom; a good understanding have all they that do his <span class="boldtext">precepts</span>: his praise abideth for ever. <br /><span class="source">(DBY NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/119-4.htm">Psalms 119:4</a></span><br />You have commanded your <span class="boldtext">precepts</span>, that we should fully obey them.<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/119-15.htm">Psalms 119:15</a></span><br />I will meditate on your <span class="boldtext">precepts</span>, and consider your ways.<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/119-27.htm">Psalms 119:27</a></span><br />Let me understand the teaching of your <span class="boldtext">precepts</span>! Then I will meditate on your wondrous works. <br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/119-40.htm">Psalms 119:40</a></span><br />Behold, I long for your <span class="boldtext">precepts</span>! Revive me in your righteousness.<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/119-45.htm">Psalms 119:45</a></span><br />I will walk in liberty, for I have sought your <span class="boldtext">precepts</span>.<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/119-56.htm">Psalms 119:56</a></span><br />This is my way, that I keep your <span class="boldtext">precepts</span>.<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/119-63.htm">Psalms 119:63</a></span><br />I am a friend of all those who fear you, of those who observe your <span class="boldtext">precepts</span>.<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/119-69.htm">Psalms 119:69</a></span><br />The proud have smeared a lie upon me. With my whole heart, I will keep your <span class="boldtext">precepts</span>.<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/119-78.htm">Psalms 119:78</a></span><br />Let the proud be disappointed, for they have overthrown me wrongfully. I will meditate on your <span class="boldtext">precepts</span>.<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/119-87.htm">Psalms 119:87</a></span><br />They had almost wiped me from the earth, but I didn't forsake your <span class="boldtext">precepts</span>.<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/119-93.htm">Psalms 119:93</a></span><br />I will never forget your <span class="boldtext">precepts</span>, for with them, you have revived me.<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/119-94.htm">Psalms 119:94</a></span><br />I am yours. Save me, for I have sought your <span class="boldtext">precepts</span>.<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/119-100.htm">Psalms 119:100</a></span><br />I understand more than the aged, because I have kept your <span class="boldtext">precepts</span>.<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/119-104.htm">Psalms 119:104</a></span><br />Through your <span class="boldtext">precepts</span>, I get understanding; therefore I hate every false way.<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/119-110.htm">Psalms 119:110</a></span><br />The wicked have laid a snare for me, yet I haven't gone astray from your <span class="boldtext">precepts</span>.<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/119-128.htm">Psalms 119:128</a></span><br />Therefore I consider all of your <span class="boldtext">precepts</span> to be right. I hate every false way. <br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS NAS RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/119-134.htm">Psalms 119:134</a></span><br />Redeem me from the oppression of man, so I will observe your <span class="boldtext">precepts</span>.<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/119-141.htm">Psalms 119:141</a></span><br />I am small and despised. I don't forget your <span class="boldtext">precepts</span>. <br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/119-159.htm">Psalms 119:159</a></span><br />Consider how I love your <span class="boldtext">precepts</span>. Revive me, Yahweh, according to your loving kindness.<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/119-168.htm">Psalms 119:168</a></span><br />I have obeyed your <span class="boldtext">precepts</span> and your testimonies, for all my ways are before you.<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/119-173.htm">Psalms 119:173</a></span><br />Let your hand be ready to help me, for I have chosen your <span class="boldtext">precepts</span>.<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS NAS RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/119-176.htm">Psalms 119:176</a></span><br />I wandered as a lost sheep, seek Thy servant, For Thy <span class="boldtext">precepts</span> I have not forgotten!<br /><span class="source">(YLT)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/proverbs/4-2.htm">Proverbs 4:2</a></span><br />For I give you good teaching; do not give up the knowledge you are getting from me. <br /><span class="source">(See RSV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/jeremiah/35-18.htm">Jeremiah 35:18</a></span><br />Jeremiah said to the house of the Rechabites, Thus says Yahweh of Armies, the God of Israel: Because you have obeyed the commandment of Jonadab your father, and kept all his <span class="boldtext">precepts</span>, and done according to all that he commanded you;<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV WBS RSV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/daniel/9-5.htm">Daniel 9:5</a></span><br />we have sinned, and have dealt perversely, and have done wickedly, and have rebelled, even turning aside from your <span class="boldtext">precepts</span> and from your ordinances;<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV ASV WBS)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/hosea/8-12.htm">Hosea 8:12</a></span><br />I wrote for him the many things of my law; 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