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.
• 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;
• New Living Translation (NLT)The instructions of the Lord are perfect, reviving the soul. The decrees of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple.

Context of Psalms 19:7

5It is like a bridegroom coming out of his chamber, like a champion rejoicing to run his course. 6It rises at one end of the heavens and makes its circuit to the other; nothing is deprived of its warmth. The law of the Lord is perfect, refreshing the soul. The statutes of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple. 8The precepts of the Lord are right, giving joy to the heart. The commands of the Lord are radiant, giving light to the eyes. 9The fear of the Lord is pure, enduring forever. The decrees of the Lord are firm, and all of them are righteous.

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 78:1My people, hear my teaching; listen to the words of my mouth.
• Psalms 119:72The law from your mouth is more precious to me than thousands of pieces of silver and gold.
• Psalms 147:19He has revealed his word to Jacob, his laws and decrees to Israel.
• Deuteronomy 6:6These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts.
• Deuteronomy 17:18When he takes the throne of his kingdom, he is to write for himself on a scroll a copy of this law, taken from that of the Levitical priests.
• Joshua 1:8Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful.
• Job 23:12I have not departed from the commands of his lips; I have treasured the words of his mouth more than my daily bread.
• Romans 3:2Much in every way! First of all, the Jews have been entrusted with the very words of God.
• Romans 15:4For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through the endurance taught in the Scriptures and the encouragement they provide we might have hope.
• Psalms 18:30As for God, his way is perfect: The Lord’s word is flawless; he shields all who take refuge in him.
• Psalms 11:7For the Lord is righteous, he loves justice; the upright will see his face.
• Deuteronomy 32:4He is the Rock, his works are perfect, and all his ways are just. A faithful God who does no wrong, upright and just is he.
• Romans 12:2Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.
• James 1:17Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.
• Psalms 23:3he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake.
• Psalms 119:9How can a young person stay on the path of purity? By living according to your word.

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