Old Testament readings use the Septuagint , the Scripture the apostles quoted. Masoretic numbering shown for reference.Learn why
KJV

Psalms 17:4

Concerning the works of men, by the word of thy lips I have kept me from the paths of the destroyer.

Parallel Translations

LXXView canonical →
I will call upon the Lord with praises, and I shall be saved from mine enemies.
Brenton's Septuagint Translation
LXX2012View canonical →
The pangs of death compassed me, and the torrents of ungodliness troubled me exceedingly.
Septuagint in American English (2012)
WEBView canonical →
As for the deeds of men, by the word of your lips, I have kept myself from the ways of the violent.
World English Bible

Cross References

1 Corinthians 3:3Psalms 119:9–111 Peter 5:8Matthew 4:4Revelation 12:11James 1:18Proverbs 2:10–15John 17:17Psalms 14:1–3Ephesians 6:17Matthew 4:10Matthew 4:7Genesis 6:11Job 15:16Job 31:33

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