You enlarged my path under me; So my feet did not slip.
Parallel translations
- WEB You have enlarged my steps under me. My feet have not slipped.
- KJV Thou hast enlarged my steps under me; so that my feet did not slip.
- BSB You broaden the path beneath me so that my ankles do not give way.
- NASB “You enlarge my steps under me, And my feet have not slipped.
- NLT You have made a wide path for my feet to keep them from slipping.
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Quick answer
God enlarges David's steps so his feet do not slip. The Lord gives him sure, steady footing in his course.
Overview
With a broadened path beneath him, David walks securely without stumbling. The image conveys God-given stability and freedom in life's journey. It assures believers that the Lord keeps the feet of his faithful, establishing their steps so they will not be ultimately overthrown.
Cross-references & the web
Cross-references · 7
- Ps 17:5My steps have held fast to your paths. My feet have not slipped.
- Prov 4:12When you go, your steps will not be hampered. When you run, you will not stumble.
- 1 Sam 2:9He will keep the feet of his holy ones, but the wicked shall be put to silence in darkness; for no man shall prevail by strength.
- Ps 121:3He will not allow your foot to be moved. He who keeps you will not slumber.
- Ps 4:1For the Chief Musician; on stringed instruments. A Psalm by David. Answer me when I call, God of my righteousness. Give me relief from my distress. Have mercy on me, and hear my prayer.
- Ps 18:36You have enlarged my steps under me, My feet have not slipped.
- Ps 94:18When I said, “My foot is slipping!” Your loving kindness, Yahweh, held me up.
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God's covenant with David — a son whose throne and kingdom would last forever (7:12–16) — finds its yes in Jesus, the Son of David who reigns without end.
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