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

5It bursts forth like a radiant bridegroom after his wedding. It rejoices like a great athlete eager to run the race. 6The sun rises at one end of the heavens and follows its course to the other end. Nothing can hide from its heat. The instructions of the Lord are perfect, reviving the soul. The decrees of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple. 8The commandments of the Lord are right, bringing joy to the heart. The commands of the Lord are clear, giving insight for living. 9Reverence for the Lord is pure, lasting forever. The laws of the Lord are true; each one is fair.

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 78:1O my people, listen to my instructions. Open your ears to what I am saying,
• Psalms 119:72Your instructions are more valuable to me than millions in gold and silver.
• Psalms 147:19He has revealed his words to Jacob, his decrees and regulations to Israel.
• Deuteronomy 6:6And you must commit yourselves wholeheartedly to these commands that I am giving you today.
• Deuteronomy 17:18“When he sits on the throne as king, he must copy for himself this body of instruction on a scroll in the presence of the Levitical priests.
• Joshua 1:8Study this Book of Instruction continually. Meditate on it day and night so you will be sure to obey everything written in it. Only then will you prosper and succeed in all you do.
• Job 23:12I have not departed from his commands, but have treasured his words more than daily food.
• Romans 3:2Yes, there are great benefits! First of all, the Jews were entrusted with the whole revelation of God.
• Romans 15:4Such things were written in the Scriptures long ago to teach us. And the Scriptures give us hope and encouragement as we wait patiently for God’s promises to be fulfilled.
• Psalms 18:30God’s way is perfect. All the Lord’s promises prove true. He is a shield for all who look to him for protection.
• Psalms 11:7For the righteous Lord loves justice. The virtuous will see his face.
• Deuteronomy 32:4He is the Rock; his deeds are perfect. Everything he does is just and fair. He is a faithful God who does no wrong; how just and upright he is!
• Romans 12:2Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.
• James 1:17Whatever is good and perfect is a gift coming down to us from God our Father, who created all the lights in the heavens. He never changes or casts a shifting shadow.
• Psalms 23:3He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name.
• Psalms 119:9How can a young person stay pure? By obeying 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