Psalm 19:11

Translations

Modern

By them indeed Your servant is warned; in keeping them is great reward.

Traditional

Moreover by them is thy servant warned: and in keeping of them there is great reward.

Literal

Indeed, Your servant is warned by them; in keeping them is great reward.

Latin

Etenim servus tuus custodit ea; in custodiendis illis retributio multa.

Original

Hebrew

English

By them indeed Your servant is warned; in keeping them is great reward.

Notes

Psalms 19:7–11

God's instructions to humans show his character and wisdom. His guidance is valuable and enjoyable (Psalm 119:103). It nurtures the individual (Proverbs 16:24; 24:14) and holds more value than material possessions (Psalm 81:13–16).

Psalms 19:1–14

God's wisdom is clearly shown in many places:

It appears in the heavens (Psalm 19:1–4),

in nature (Psalm 19:4–6),
in his teachings (Psalm 19:7–11), and
in the life of the psalmist (Psalm 19:12–14)

Like Psalm 8, this hymn uses creation to lead people to reflect on God. It offers a calm moment after the intense prayers and victory songs in earlier psalms.

The psalm begins with creation as a source of wisdom. It then moves to God’s word as the perfect source of wisdom. Finally, it ends with the human need for redemption.

Psalms 15:1–19:14

The psalms in this section emphasize integrity and purity (Psalms 17:15; 18:20–26; 19:13–14). They describe people as living in God’s presence (Psalms 16:9–11; 17:15) and remaining steadfast (15:5; 16:8).

Theme notes and profiles

David God’s Glory with His People Natural Revelation The Creator-King The Limitations of Law

Related verses

Psalm 119:11
I have hidden Your word in my heart that I might not sin against You.
2 John 1:8
Watch yourselves, so that you do not lose what we have worked for, but that you may be fully rewarded.
James 1:25
But the one who looks intently into the perfect law of freedom, and continues to do so—not being a forgetful hearer, but an effective doer—he will be blessed in what he does.
Proverbs 29:18
Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint; but blessed is he who keeps the Law.
Hebrews 11:6–7
And without faith it is impossible to please God. For anyone who approaches Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him.
Proverbs 6:22–23
When you walk, they will guide you; when you lie down, they will watch over you; when you awake, they will speak to you.
Matthew 6:4
…so that your giving may be in secret. And your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.
Revelation 14:13
And I heard a voice from heaven telling me to write, “Blessed are the dead—those who die in the Lord from this moment on.” “Yes,” says the Spirit, “they will rest from their labors, for their deeds will follow them.”
Ezekiel 3:17–21
“Son of man, I have made you a watchman for the house of Israel. Whenever you hear a word from My mouth, give them a warning from Me.
Proverbs 11:18
The wicked man earns an empty wage, but he who sows righteousness reaps a true reward.
Hebrews 11:26
He valued disgrace for Christ above the treasures of Egypt, for he was looking ahead to his reward.
1 Thessalonians 5:14
And we urge you, brothers, to admonish the unruly, encourage the fainthearted, help the weak, and be patient with everyone.

Glossary

Creation David Music Psalms, Book of

Topics

Christian Conduct: Blessedness of Maintaining Reproof: The Scriptures are Profitable For The Scriptures: Designed For: Admonishing Word of God: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To

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