Psalm 19:9

Translations

Modern

The fear of the LORD is pure, enduring forever; the judgments of the LORD are true, being altogether righteous.

Traditional

The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring for ever: the judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether.

Literal

The fear of YHWH is pure, standing forever; the judgments of YHWH are true, being righteous altogether,

Latin

Timor Domini sanctus, permanens in sæculum sæculi; judicia Domini vera, justificata in semetipsa,

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English

The fear of the LORD is pure, enduring forever; the judgments of the LORD are true, being altogether righteous.

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 Clean, Unclean, and Holy God’s Glory with His People God's Word at the Center Natural Revelation The Creator-King The Limitations of Law Wisdom Psalms

Related verses

1 Samuel 12:24
Above all, fear the LORD and serve Him faithfully with all your heart; consider what great things He has done for you.
Psalm 119:142
Your righteousness is everlasting and Your law is true.
Psalm 119:137–138
Righteous are You, O LORD, and upright are Your judgments.
Psalm 111:10–112:6
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow His precepts gain rich understanding. His praise endures forever!
Revelation 15:3
…and they sang the song of God’s servant Moses and of the Lamb: “Great and wonderful are Your works, O Lord God Almighty! Just and true are Your ways, O King of the nations!
Psalm 34:11–14
Come, children, listen to me; I will teach you the fear of the LORD.
Psalm 119:1
Blessed are those whose way is blameless, who walk in the Law of the LORD.
Psalm 115:13
He will bless those who fear the LORD—small and great alike.
1 Kings 18:12
I do not know where the Spirit of the LORD may carry you off when I leave you. Then when I go and tell Ahab and he does not find you, he will kill me. But I, your servant, have feared the LORD from my youth.
Revelation 16:7
And I heard the altar reply: “Yes, Lord God Almighty, true and just are Your judgments.”
Genesis 42:18
…and on the third day he said to them, “I fear God. So do this and you will live:
Deuteronomy 4:8
And what nation is great enough to have righteous statutes and ordinances like this entire law I set before you today?

Glossary

Creation David Justification, Justified Music Psalms, Book of

Topics

Affections: should be Set Upon the Commandments of God Christian Conduct: Blessedness of Maintaining Fear of God: Reverence God: Faithfulness of God: Judge, and his Justice Godly Fear: Sanctifying Law: General Scriptures Concerning Reproof: The Scriptures are Profitable For The Affections: should be Set: Upon the Commandments of God The Righteousness of God: Exhibited in His Judgments The Truth of God: Exhibited in His: Judicial Statutes Truth of God: Judicial Statutes Word of God: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To

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