Psalm 17:4

Psalm 17:4 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

4Though people tried to bribe me,

I have kept myself from the ways of the violent

through what your lips have commanded.

4As for the works of mankind, by the word of Your lips

I have kept from the ways of the violent.

4As for the deeds of men, by the word of Your lips

I have kept from the paths of the violent.

4Concerning the deeds of men, by the word of Your lips

I have kept away from the paths of the violent.

4As for the deeds of men —

by the word of Your lips

I have avoided the ways of the violent.

4Though evil people tried to pay me to do wrong,

I have not done what they wanted.

Instead I have done what you commanded.