Psalm 119:140

Translations

Modern

Your promise is completely pure; therefore Your servant loves it.

Traditional

Thy word is very pure: therefore thy servant loveth it.

Literal

Your word is exceedingly pure, and Your servant has loved it.

Latin

Ignitum eloquium tuum vehementer, et servus tuus dilexit illud.

Original

Hebrew

English

Your promise is completely pure; therefore Your servant loves it.

Notes

Psalms 119:137–144

Tsadhe (צ) is the eighteenth letter of the Hebrew alphabet and marks the beginning of the next section of this psalm.

God is righteous, and his word is right and just, especially in contrast to the deceptions of the wicked.

Psalms 119:1–176

This psalm blends wisdom, lament, praise, thanksgiving, and confession. It often uses eight Hebrew words translated as:

“Instructions”
“law”
“words”
“commandments”
“statutes”
“judgments”
“promises”
“precepts“

These words encourage love for and obedience to God's instructions in the Scriptures (see 2 Timothy 3:14–17). A deep commitment to these instructions unifies the psalm.

Related verses

Proverbs 30:5
Every word of God is flawless; He is a shield to those who take refuge in Him.
Psalm 19:8
The precepts of the LORD are right, bringing joy to the heart; the commandments of the LORD are radiant, giving light to the eyes.
2 Peter 1:21
For no such prophecy was ever brought forth by the will of man, but men spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit.
Psalm 12:6
The words of the LORD are flawless, like silver refined in a furnace, like gold purified sevenfold.
Romans 7:12
So then, the law is holy, and the commandment is holy, righteous, and good.
Romans 7:22
For in my inner being I delight in God’s law.
Psalm 119:128
Therefore I admire all Your precepts and hate every false way.
Psalm 18:30
As for God, His way is perfect; the word of the LORD is flawless. He is a shield to all who take refuge in Him.
1 Peter 2:2
Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation,
Romans 7:16
And if I do what I do not want to do, I admit that the law is good.

Glossary

Acrostic Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Biblical Concept of Law Music Poetry, Biblical Proverbs, Book of Psalms, Book of Word, Word of God, Words of God

Topics

Purity of Heart Refining of the Purity of the Word of God The Scriptures: Pure Word of God: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To

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