Psalms 19:7

Psalms 19:7 in other versions

• King James Version (KJV)The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple.
• New International Version (NIV)The law of the Lord is perfect, refreshing the soul. The statutes of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple.
• English Standard Version (ESV)The law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple;
• New King James Version (NKJV)The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul; The testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple;

Context of Psalms 19:7

5Like a bridegroom it emerges from its chamber; like a strong man it enjoys running its course. 6It emerges from the distant horizon, and goes from one end of the sky to the other; nothing can escape its heat. The law of the Lord is perfect and preserves one’s life. The rules set down by the Lord are reliable and impart wisdom to the inexperienced. 8The Lord’s precepts are fair and make one joyful. The Lord’s commands are pure and give insight for life. 9The commands to fear the Lord are right and endure forever. The judgments given by the Lord are trustworthy and absolutely just.

Psalms 19:7 word by word

תּ֘וֹרַ֤ת יְהוָ֣ה תְּ֭מִימָה מְשִׁ֣יבַת נָ֑פֶשׁ עֵד֥וּת יְהוָ֥ה נֶ֝אֱמָנָ֗ה מַחְכִּ֥ימַת פֶּֽתִי׃Read the interlinear

Words taken from the KJV.

• The lawתּוֹרָהtôrâh tôrâh · instructionH8451
• of the Lordיְהֹוָהyehôvâh · LORDH3068
• perfectתָּמִיםtâmîym · unblemishedH8549
• convertingשׁוּבshûb · to return: rescueH7725
• the soulנֶ֫פֶשׁnephesh · soulH5315
• the testimonyעֵדוּת‛êdûth · testimonyH5715
• sureאָמַן'âman · be faithfulH539
• making wiseחָכַםchâkam · be wiseH2449
• the simpleפֶּ֫תִיpethîy pethîy pethâ'îy · simpleH6612

Cross-references for Psalms 19:7

• Psalms 78:1Pay attention, my people, to my instruction! Listen to the words I speak!
• Psalms 119:72The law you have revealed is more important to me than thousands of pieces of gold and silver. י (Yod)
• Psalms 147:19He proclaims his word to Jacob, his statutes and regulations to Israel.
• Deuteronomy 6:6These words I am commanding you today must be kept in mind,
• Deuteronomy 17:18When he sits on his royal throne he must make a copy of this law on a scroll given to him by the Levitical priests.
• Joshua 1:8This law scroll must not leave your lips! You must memorize it day and night so you can carefully obey all that is written in it. Then you will prosper and be successful.
• Job 23:12I have not departed from the commands of his lips; I have treasured the words of his mouth more than my allotted portion.
• Romans 3:2Actually, there are many advantages. First of all, the Jews were entrusted with the oracles of God.
• Romans 15:4For everything that was written in former times was written for our instruction, so that through endurance and through encouragement of the scriptures we may have hope.
• Psalms 18:30The one true God acts in a faithful manner; the Lord’s promise is reliable; he is a shield to all who take shelter in him.
• Psalms 11:7Certainly the Lord is just; he rewards godly deeds; the upright will experience his favor.
• Deuteronomy 32:4As for the Rock, his work is perfect, for all his ways are just. He is a reliable God who is never unjust, he is fair and upright.
• Romans 12:2Do not be conformed to this present world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may test and approve what is the will of God – what is good and well-pleasing and perfect.
• James 1:17All generous giving and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or the slightest hint of change.
• Psalms 23:3He restores my strength. He leads me down the right paths for the sake of his reputation.
• Psalms 119:9How can a young person maintain a pure life? By guarding it according to your instructions!

Commentaries on Psalms 19:7

• Adam Clarke Bible Commentary · v. 7The law of the Lord - And here are two books of Divine Revelation: The visible Heavens, and the works of creation in general. The Bible, or Divinely inspired writings contained in the Old and New Testaments. These may all be called the Law of the Lord; תורה torah, from ירה yarah, to instruct, direct, put straight, guide. It is God's system of instruction, by which men are taught the knowledge of God and themselves, directed how to walk so as to please…Read the comment
• Barnes’ Notes on the Bible · v. 7The law of the Lord - Margin, doctrine. The word used here - תורה tôrâh - is that which is commonly employed in the Old Testament with reference to the law of God, and is usually rendered “law.” The word properly means “instruction,” “precept,” from a verb signifying “to teach.” It is then used with reference to instruction or teaching in regard to conduct, and is thus applied to all that God has communicated to guide mankind. It does not here, nor does…Read the comment
• Matthew Henry Concise Commentary · v. 7-10Verses 7-10 The Holy Scripture is of much greater benefit to us than day or night, than the air we breathe, or the light of the sun. To recover man out of his fallen state, there is need of the word of God. The word translated "law," may be rendered doctrine, and be understood as meaning all that teaches us true religion. The whole is perfect; its tendency is to convert or turn the soul from sin and the world, to God and holiness. It shows our sinfulness…Read the comment
• Tyndale Open Study Notes · v. 7-11God'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).Read the comment
• Jamieson–Fausset–Brown Commentary · v. 7-97-9. The law is described by six names, epithets, and effects. It is a rule, God's testimony for the truth, His special and general prescription of duty, fear (as its cause) and judicial decision. It is distinct and certain, reliable, right, pure, holy, and true. Hence it revives those depressed by doubts, makes wise the unskilled (2Ti 3:15), rejoices the lover of truth, strengthens the desponding (Psa 13:4; 34:6), provides permanent principles of…Read the comment

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Commentaries on Psalms 19

• Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
• Barnes’ Notes on the Bible
• Matthew Henry Concise Commentary
• Tyndale Open Study Notes
• Jamieson–Fausset–Brown Commentary
• Rashi on Tanakh
• Calvin’s Commentaries
• Keil & Delitzsch Commentary
• John Wesley’s Notes
• The Treasury of David
• Darby Translation Notes
• Geneva Bible Translation Notes
• Kingcomments
• Matthew Henry’s Complete Commentary
• Matthew Henry’s Modern English Commentary
• Scofield Reference Notes, 1917 Edition
• Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary
• EGW Writings