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Psalms 17:4

New International Version

4 Though people tried to bribe me, I have kept myself from the ways of the violent through what your lips have commanded.

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American Standard Version

As for the works of men, by the word of thy lips I have kept me from the ways of the violent.

Christian Standard Bible

Concerning what people do: by the words from your lips I have avoided the ways of the violent.

English Standard Version

With regard to the works of man, by the word of your lips I have avoided the ways of the violent.

King James Version

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

New American Standard Bible

As for the works of mankind, by the word of Your lips I have kept from the ways of the violent.

New King James Version

Concerning the works of men, By the word of Your lips, I have kept away from the paths of the destroyer.

New Living Translation

I have followed your commands, which keep me from following cruel and evil people.

World English Bible

As for the deeds of men, by the word of your lips, I have kept myself from the ways of the violent.