The longest chapter in Scripture: twenty-two stanzas of eight, one for every Hebrew letter, nearly every verse naming the word of God, law, testimonies, precepts, statutes, commandments, ordinances, word, promise. 'Wherewith shall a young man cleanse his way? By taking heed thereto according to thy word. Thy word have I laid up in my heart, that I might not sin against thee.' 'Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and light unto my path.' 'Before I was afflicted I went astray.' 'The opening of thy words giveth light.' 'Great peace have they that love thy law.' The psalm ends as a lost sheep seeking the Shepherd by his word.

Drawn from Jamieson, Fausset & Brown, Commentary Critical and Explanatory, Matthew Henry, Complete Commentary, John Wesley, Notes on the Old Testament and John Calvin, Commentaries.

Context

Poetry · David, Asaph, Sons of Korah, others — Psalms overview

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Psalms 11967 verses
- Psalms 119:2Blessed are those who keep His testimonies and seek Him with all their heart.
- Psalms 119:6Then I would not be ashamed when I consider all Your commandments.
- Psalms 119:10With all my heart I have sought You; do not let me stray from Your commandments.
- Psalms 119:12Blessed are You, O LORD; teach me Your statutes.
- Psalms 119:15I will meditate on Your precepts and regard Your ways.
- Psalms 119:16I will delight in Your statutes; I will not forget Your word.
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Psalms 195 verses
- Psalms 19:7The Law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the LORD is trustworthy, making wise the simple.
- Psalms 19:8The precepts of the LORD are right, bringing joy to the heart; the commandments of the LORD are radiant, giving light to the eyes.
- Psalms 19:9The fear of the LORD is pure, enduring forever; the judgments of the LORD are true, being altogether righteous.
- Psalms 19:10They are more precious than gold, than much pure gold; they are sweeter than honey, than honey from the comb.
- Psalms 19:13Keep Your servant also from willful sins; may they not rule over me. Then I will be blameless and cleansed of great transgression.
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James 14 verses
- James 1:5Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.
- James 1:8He is a double-minded man, unstable in all his ways.
- James 1:21Therefore, get rid of all moral filth and every expression of evil, and humbly accept the word planted in you, which can save your souls.
- James 1:25But 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.
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1 John 24 verses
- 1 John 2:4If anyone says, “I know Him,” but does not keep His commandments, he is a liar, and the truth is not in him.
- 1 John 2:16For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh, the desires of the eyes, and the pride of life—is not from the Father but from the world.
- 1 John 2:27And as for you, the anointing you received from Him remains in you, and you do not need anyone to teach you. But just as His true and genuine anointing teaches you about all things, so remain in Him as you have been taught.
- 1 John 2:28And now, little children, remain in Christ, so that when He appears, we may be confident and unashamed before Him at His coming.
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Psalms 254 verses
- Psalms 25:2in You, my God, I trust. Do not let me be put to shame; do not let my enemies exult over me.
- Psalms 25:3Surely none who wait for You will be put to shame; but those who are faithless without cause will be disgraced.
- Psalms 25:4Show me Your ways, O LORD; teach me Your paths.
- Psalms 25:10All the LORD’s ways are loving and faithful to those who keep His covenant and His decrees.
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Psalms 864 verses
- Psalms 86:2Preserve my soul, for I am godly. You are my God; save Your servant who trusts in You.
- Psalms 86:5For You, O Lord, are kind and forgiving, rich in loving devotion to all who call on You.
- Psalms 86:11Teach me Your way, O LORD, that I may walk in Your truth. Give me an undivided heart, that I may fear Your name.
- Psalms 86:15But You, O Lord, are a compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in loving devotion and faithfulness.
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Proverbs 24 verses
- Proverbs 2:1My son, if you accept my words and hide my commandments within you,
- Proverbs 2:5then you will discern the fear of the LORD and discover the knowledge of God.
- Proverbs 2:6For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.
- Proverbs 2:10For wisdom will enter your heart, and knowledge will delight your soul.
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Psalms 1063 verses
- Psalms 106:1Hallelujah! Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.
- Psalms 106:4Remember me, O LORD, in Your favor to Your people; visit me with Your salvation,
- Psalms 106:45And He remembered His covenant with them, and relented by the abundance of His loving devotion.
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