--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Bend my heart toward your instructions &…" description: "\"Bend my heart toward your instructions & not toward selfish gain. -Psalm 119:36\" — Bible" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/09c/bible-141_selfishness_bend-my-heart-toward-your-instructions-n_2237777.jpg" --- # Bend my heart toward your instructions & not toward… ![“Bend my heart toward your instructions & not toward selfish gain. -Psalm 119:36” quote by Bible](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/09c/bible-141_selfishness_bend-my-heart-toward-your-instructions-n_2237777.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/09c/bible-141_selfishness_bend-my-heart-toward-your-instructions-n_2237777.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/09c/bible-141_selfishness_bend-my-heart-toward-your-instructions-n_2237777.jpg) > “Bend my heart toward your instructions & not toward selfish gain. -Psalm 119:36” [Bible](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/bible/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. A prayer asking for guidance that aligns with divine will rather than personal selfishness. **In simple terms:** Seek guidance, not selfishness. Key Takeaway Prioritize self‑less purpose. Themes faith humility guidance Mood reflective devotional Type spiritual ethical inspirational When to use this quote - personal decisions - leadership - conflict resolution Key Concepts spirituality ethics self‑transcendence Questions to Reflect On - How can you align daily actions with higher values? - What selfish motives hinder your purpose? 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