Psalm 17:5 Meaning
Hold up my goings in thy paths, that my footsteps slip not.
Context Explained
3Thou hast proved mine heart; thou hast visited me in the night; thou hast tried me, and shalt find nothing; I am purposed that my mouth shall not transgress.
4Concerning the works of men, by the word of thy lips I have kept me from the paths of the destroyer.
5Hold up my goings in thy paths, that my footsteps slip not.
6I have called upon thee, for thou wilt hear me, O God: incline thine ear unto me, and hear my speech.
7Shew thy marvellous lovingkindness, O thou that savest by thy right hand them which put their trust in thee from those that rise up against them.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Proverbs 3:6
Both verses emphasize trusting in the Lord for guidance in one's paths.
Psalm 25:4
This verse also seeks God's guidance, resonating with the request in Psalm 17:5.
Isaiah 30:21
This passage speaks of God directing our steps, similar to the plea in Psalm 17:5.
Source: Psalm 17:5