Psalm 119:134
New International Version
Redeem me from human oppression, that I may obey your precepts.

New Living Translation
Ransom me from the oppression of evil people; then I can obey your commandments.

English Standard Version
Redeem me from man’s oppression, that I may keep your precepts.

Berean Standard Bible
Redeem me from the oppression of man, that I may keep Your precepts.

King James Bible
Deliver me from the oppression of man: so will I keep thy precepts.

New King James Version
Redeem me from the oppression of man, That I may keep Your precepts.

New American Standard Bible
Redeem me from oppression by man, So that I may keep Your precepts.

NASB 1995
Redeem me from the oppression of man, That I may keep Your precepts.

NASB 1977
Redeem me from the oppression of man, That I may keep Thy precepts.

Legacy Standard Bible
Redeem me from the oppression of man, That I may keep Your precepts.

Amplified Bible
Redeem me from the oppression of man; That I may keep Your precepts.

Christian Standard Bible
Redeem me from human oppression, and I will keep your precepts.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Redeem me from human oppression, and I will keep Your precepts.

American Standard Version
Redeem me from the oppression of man: So will I observe thy precepts.

Contemporary English Version
Protect me from abuse, so I can obey your laws.

English Revised Version
Redeem me from the oppression of man: so will I observe thy precepts.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Save me from human oppression so that I may obey your guiding principles.

Good News Translation
Save me from those who oppress me, so that I may obey your commands.

International Standard Version
Deliver me from human oppression and I will keep your precepts.

Majority Standard Bible
Redeem me from the oppression of man, that I may keep Your precepts.

NET Bible
Deliver me from oppressive men, so that I can keep your precepts.

New Heart English Bible
Redeem me from the oppression of man, so I will observe your precepts.

Webster's Bible Translation
Deliver me from the oppression of man: so will I keep thy precepts.

World English Bible
Redeem me from the oppression of man, so I will observe your precepts.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Ransom me from the oppression of man, "" And I observe Your precepts,

Young's Literal Translation
Ransom me from the oppression of man, And I observe Thy precepts,

Smith's Literal Translation
Redeem me from the oppression of man, and I will watch thy charges.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Redeem me from the calumnies of men: that I may keep thy commandments.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Redeem me from the slanders of men, so that I may keep your commandments.

New American Bible
Free me from human oppression, that I may observe your precepts.

New Revised Standard Version
Redeem me from human oppression, that I may keep your precepts.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Deliver me from the oppression of man; so will I keep thy statutes.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Save me from the injustice of man that I may keep your commandments.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Redeem me from the oppression of man, And I will observe Thy precepts.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Deliver me from the false accusation of men: so will I keep thy commandments.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Your Word is a Lamp to My Feet
133Order my steps in Your word; let no sin rule over me. 134Redeem me from the oppression of man, that I may keep Your precepts. 135Make Your face shine upon Your servant, and teach me Your statutes.…

Cross References
Romans 6:18
You have been set free from sin and have become slaves to righteousness.

Galatians 5:1
It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not be encumbered once more by a yoke of slavery.

John 8:36
So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.

Romans 8:21
that the creation itself will be set free from its bondage to decay and brought into the glorious freedom of the children of God.

1 Corinthians 7:23
You were bought at a price; do not become slaves of men.

2 Corinthians 3:17
Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.

James 1:25
But the one who looks intently into the perfect law of freedom, and continues to do so—not being a forgetful hearer, but an effective doer—he will be blessed in what he does.

1 Peter 2:16
Live in freedom, but do not use your freedom as a cover-up for evil; live as servants of God.

Galatians 5:13
For you, brothers, were called to freedom; but do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh. Rather, serve one another in love.

Luke 4:18
“The Spirit of the Lord is on Me, because He has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to release the oppressed,

Isaiah 61:1
The Spirit of the Lord GOD is on Me, because the LORD has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and freedom to the prisoners,

Exodus 6:6
Therefore tell the Israelites: ‘I am the LORD, and I will bring you out from under the yoke of the Egyptians and deliver you from their bondage. I will redeem you with an outstretched arm and with mighty acts of judgment.

Exodus 3:9
And now the cry of the Israelites has reached Me, and I have seen how severely the Egyptians are oppressing them.

Nehemiah 9:27
So You delivered them into the hands of enemies who oppressed them, and in their time of distress they cried out to You. From heaven You heard them, and in Your great compassion You gave them deliverers who saved them from the hands of their enemies.

Judges 2:18
Whenever the LORD raised up a judge for the Israelites, He was with that judge and saved them from the hands of their enemies while the judge was still alive; for the LORD was moved to pity by their groaning under those who oppressed them and afflicted them.


Treasury of Scripture

Deliver me from the oppression of man: so will I keep your precepts.

Psalm 119:122
Be surety for thy servant for good: let not the proud oppress me.

Psalm 56:1,2,13
To the chief Musician upon Jonathelemrechokim, Michtam of David, when the Philistines took him in Gath. Be merciful unto me, O God: for man would swallow me up; he fighting daily oppresseth me…

Psalm 105:43-45
And he brought forth his people with joy, and his chosen with gladness: …

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Psalm 119
1. This psalm contains various prayers, praises, and professions of obedience.
2. Aleph.
9. Beth
17. Gimel
25. Daleth
33. He
41. Waw
49. Zayin
57. Heth
65. Teth
73. Yodh
81. Kaph
89. Lamedh
97. Mem
105. Nun
113. Samekh
121. Ayin
129. Pe
137. Tsadhe
145. Qoph
153. Resh
161. Sin and Shin
169. Taw














Redeem me
The Hebrew word for "redeem" is "ga'al," which carries the connotation of a kinsman-redeemer, a concept deeply rooted in the Old Testament. This term is often associated with the idea of deliverance or buying back, as seen in the account of Ruth and Boaz. In this context, the psalmist is pleading for divine intervention, seeking God's deliverance from human oppression. This reflects a deep trust in God's ability to rescue and restore, emphasizing the believer's reliance on God's power and mercy.

from the oppression of man
The word "oppression" in Hebrew is "osheq," which implies unjust gain or exploitation. Historically, the people of Israel faced various forms of oppression, from foreign nations to corrupt leaders within their own community. The psalmist's cry here is not just for personal relief but also for justice and righteousness to prevail. This plea highlights the reality of human injustice and the believer's hope in God's ultimate justice. It serves as a reminder that while human systems may fail, God's justice is perfect and eternal.

that I may keep Your precepts
The phrase "keep Your precepts" underscores the psalmist's desire to live in accordance with God's laws. The Hebrew word for "keep" is "shamar," which means to guard, observe, or give heed. This reflects a proactive and intentional commitment to God's commandments. The psalmist's request for redemption is not merely for personal comfort but is intrinsically linked to the ability to faithfully follow God's instructions. This demonstrates a heart aligned with God's will, where deliverance from oppression is sought not just for relief but to enable a life of obedience and devotion to God.

Verse 134. - Deliver me from the oppression of man: so will I keep thy precepts. Out of gratitude for thy interposition.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Redeem me
פְּ֭דֵנִי (pə·ḏê·nî)
Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular | first person common singular
Strong's 6299: To sever, ransom, gener, to release, preserve

from the oppression
מֵעֹ֣שֶׁק (mê·‘ō·šeq)
Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 6233: Injury, fraud, distress, unjust gain

of man,
אָדָ֑ם (’ā·ḏām)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 120: Ruddy, a human being

that I may keep
וְ֝אֶשְׁמְרָ֗ה (wə·’eš·mə·rāh)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect Cohortative - first person common singular
Strong's 8104: To hedge about, guard, to protect, attend to

Your precepts.
פִּקּוּדֶֽיךָ׃ (piq·qū·ḏe·ḵā)
Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 6490: Appointed, a mandate


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