Psalms 119:167
Psalms 119:167 in Multiple Translations
I obey Your testimonies and love them greatly.
My soul hath kept thy testimonies; and I love them exceedingly.
My soul hath observed thy testimonies; And I love them exceedingly.
My soul has kept your unchanging word; great is my love for it.
I obey your laws and love them very much.
My soule hath kept thy testimonies: for I loue them exceedingly.
Kept hath my soul Thy testimonies, And I do love them exceedingly.
My soul has observed your testimonies. I love them exceedingly.
My soul hath kept thy testimonies; and I love them exceedingly.
I obey ◄what you require/what you have instructed► us to do; I love it all very much.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 119:167
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Psalms 119:167 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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שָֽׁמְרָ֣ה
נַ֭פְשִׁ/י
עֵדֹתֶ֑י/ךָ
וָ/אֹהֲבֵ֥/ם
מְאֹֽד
שָֽׁמְרָ֣ה
shâmar
H8104
to keep
V-Qal-Perf-3fs
נַ֭פְשִׁ/י
nephesh
H5315
soul
N-cs | Suff
עֵדֹתֶ֑י/ךָ
ʻêdâh
H5713
witness
N-fp | Suff
וָ/אֹהֲבֵ֥/ם
ʼâhab
H157
to love
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-1cs | Suff
מְאֹֽד
mᵉʼôd
H3966
much
Adv
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 119:167
שָֽׁמְרָ֣ה
shâmar
H8104
"to keep"
V-Qal-Perf-3fs
To keep or obey means to protect, attend to, or guard something, like keeping a promise or watching over someone, as seen in the commands to observe the Sabbath.
Definition: : obey/observe 1) to keep, guard, observe, give heed 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to keep, have charge of 1a2) to keep, guard, keep watch and ward, protect, save life 1a2a) watch, watchman (participle) 1a3) to watch for, wait for 1a4) to watch, observe 1a5) to keep, retain, treasure up (in memory) 1a6) to keep (within bounds), restrain 1a7) to observe, celebrate, keep (sabbath or covenant or commands), perform (vow) 1a8) to keep, preserve, protect 1a9) to keep, reserve 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be on one's guard, take heed, take care, beware 1b2) to keep oneself, refrain, abstain 1b3) to be kept, be guarded 1c) (Piel) to keep, pay heed 1d) (Hithpael) to keep oneself from
Usage: Occurs in 440 OT verses. KJV: beward, be circumspect, take heed (to self), keep(-er, self), mark, look narrowly, observe, preserve, regard, reserve, save (self), sure, (that lay) wait (for), watch(-man). See also: Genesis 2:15; Deuteronomy 11:1; 1 Kings 14:8.
נַ֭פְשִׁ/י
nephesh
H5315
"soul"
N-cs | Suff
The Hebrew word for soul or living being, used in the Bible to describe the essence of a person or animal. It encompasses the ideas of life, breath, and vitality, and is translated as 'soul' or 'creature' in the KJV. This word is central to biblical concepts of humanity and existence.
Definition: 1) soul, self, life, creature, person, appetite, mind, living being, desire, emotion, passion 1a) that which breathes, the breathing substance or being, soul, the inner being of man 1b) living being 1c) living being (with life in the blood) 1d) the man himself, self, person or individual 1e) seat of the appetites 1f) seat of emotions and passions 1g) activity of mind 1g1) uncertain 1h) activity of the will 1h1) uncertain 1i) activity of the character 1i1) uncertain
Usage: Occurs in 683 OT verses. KJV: any, appetite, beast, body, breath, creature, [idiom] dead(-ly), desire, [idiom] (dis-) contented, [idiom] fish, ghost, [phrase] greedy, he, heart(-y), (hath, [idiom] jeopardy of) life ([idiom] in jeopardy), lust, man, me, mind, mortally, one, own, person, pleasure, (her-, him-, my-, thy-) self, them (your) -selves, [phrase] slay, soul, [phrase] tablet, they, thing, ([idiom] she) will, [idiom] would have it. See also: Genesis 1:20; Leviticus 26:43; Judges 18:25.
עֵדֹתֶ֑י/ךָ
ʻêdâh
H5713
"witness"
N-fp | Suff
This word refers to a divine testimony or witness, always in the plural form, and is used to describe God's laws. It appears in books like Exodus and Deuteronomy, emphasizing God's instructions. The word is about God's guidance.
Definition: testimony, witness
Usage: Occurs in 25 OT verses. KJV: testimony, witness. Compare H5712 (עֵדָה). See also: Genesis 21:30; Psalms 119:24; Psalms 25:10.
וָ/אֹהֲבֵ֥/ם
ʼâhab
H157
"to love"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-1cs | Suff
To love means to have affection for someone or something, including family, romance, or God. It can also describe being a friend or having appetite for things like food or wisdom.
Definition: : lover 1) to love 1a) (Qal) 1a1) human love for another, includes family, and sexual 1a2) human appetite for objects such as food, drink, sleep, wisdom 1a3) human love for or to God 1a4) act of being a friend 1a4a) lover (participle) 1a4b) friend (participle) 1a5) God's love toward man 1a5a) to individual men 1a5b) to people Israel 1a5c) to righteousness 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) lovely (participle) 1b2) loveable (participle) 1c) (Piel) 1c1) friends 1c2) lovers (fig. of adulterers) 2) to like Also means: a.hav (אָהֵב ": friend" H0157H)
Usage: Occurs in 195 OT verses. KJV: (be-) love(-d, -ly, -r), like, friend. See also: Genesis 22:2; Psalms 116:1; Psalms 4:3.
מְאֹֽד
mᵉʼôd
H3966
"much"
Adv
Meod means 'much' or 'very' and is used to emphasize something. It can mean 'exceedingly' or 'greatly' and is often used to show strong feelings or actions.
Definition: adv 1) exceedingly, much subst 2) might, force, abundance n m 3) muchness, force, abundance, exceedingly 3a) force, might 3b) exceedingly, greatly, very (idioms showing magnitude or degree) 3b1) exceedingly 3b2) up to abundance, to a great degree, exceedingly 3b3) with muchness, muchness
Usage: Occurs in 278 OT verses. KJV: diligently, especially, exceeding(-ly), far, fast, good, great(-ly), [idiom] louder and louder, might(-ily, -y), (so) much, quickly, (so) sore, utterly, very ([phrase] much, sore), well. See also: Genesis 1:31; 1 Samuel 11:6; Psalms 6:4.
Study Notes — Psalms 119:167
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- Context
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- Psalms 119:167 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 119:167
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 119:167
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 119:167
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 119:167
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 119:167
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 119:167
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 119:167
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 119:167
- Sermons on Psalms 119:167
Context — Your Word Is a Lamp to My Feet
165Abundant peace belongs to those who love Your law; nothing can make them stumble.
166I wait for Your salvation, O LORD, and I carry out Your commandments.
167I obey Your testimonies and love them greatly.
168I obey Your precepts and Your testimonies, for all my ways are before You. 169May my cry come before You, O LORD; give me understanding according to Your word.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 40:8 | I delight to do Your will, O my God; Your law is within my heart.” |
| 2 | Hebrews 10:16 | “This is the covenant I will make with them after those days, declares the Lord. I will put My laws in their hearts and inscribe them on their minds.” |
| 3 | Romans 7:22 | For in my inner being I delight in God’s law. |
| 4 | John 14:21–24 | Whoever has My commandments and keeps them is the one who loves Me. The one who loves Me will be loved by My Father, and I will love him and reveal Myself to him.” Judas (not Iscariot) asked Him, “Lord, why are You going to reveal Yourself to us and not to the world?” Jesus replied, “If anyone loves Me, he will keep My word. My Father will love him, and We will come to him and make Our home with him. Whoever does not love Me does not keep My words. The word that you hear is not My own, but it is from the Father who sent Me. |
| 5 | Psalms 119:97 | Oh, how I love Your law! All day long it is my meditation. |
| 6 | Psalms 119:159 | Consider how I love Your precepts, O LORD; give me life according to Your loving devotion. |
| 7 | John 15:9–10 | As the Father has loved Me, so have I loved you. Remain in My love. If you keep My commandments, you will remain in My love, just as I have kept My Father’s commandments and remain in His love. |
| 8 | Psalms 119:111 | Your testimonies are my heritage forever, for they are the joy of my heart. |
| 9 | Psalms 119:6–8 | Then I would not be ashamed when I consider all Your commandments. I will praise You with an upright heart when I learn Your righteous judgments. I will keep Your statutes; do not utterly forsake me. |
Psalms 119:167 Summary
This verse means that the writer of the Psalm is committed to following God's teachings and commands, and they have a deep love for them. It's like having a favorite book that you return to again and again, but instead, it's God's Word that brings joy and guidance. By obeying God's testimonies, we can experience peace and stability in our lives, as promised in Psalms 119:165, and we can grow in our love and devotion to God, as seen in Deuteronomy 6:5. As we reflect on this verse, we can ask ourselves if we truly love God's Word and are committed to following its teachings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to obey God's testimonies?
Obeying God's testimonies means following the teachings and commands found in the Bible, such as those given in Deuteronomy 6:17 and Matthew 22:37-40, which guide us in loving and serving God and others.
How can we love God's testimonies greatly?
Loving God's testimonies greatly involves having a deep affection and reverence for God's Word, as expressed in Psalms 119:97, and being committed to applying its teachings in our daily lives, as seen in James 1:22-25.
Is it possible to obey God's testimonies without loving them?
While it is possible to obey God's testimonies out of duty or obligation, the Bible emphasizes the importance of obeying out of love and devotion, as seen in John 14:15 and 1 John 5:3, where love for God is closely tied to obedience to His commands.
How does obeying God's testimonies relate to our overall walk with God?
Obeying God's testimonies is an essential part of our walk with God, as it demonstrates our love and commitment to Him, and is closely tied to our growth in faith and our experience of God's peace, as seen in Psalms 119:165 and Colossians 2:6-7.
Reflection Questions
- What are some specific ways I can demonstrate my love for God's testimonies in my daily life?
- How can I cultivate a greater love for God's Word, and what role does prayer and meditation play in this process?
- In what ways do I struggle to obey God's testimonies, and how can I seek God's help and guidance in these areas?
- How does my love for God's testimonies impact my relationships with others, and what witness does it provide to those around me?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 119:167
My soul hath kept thy testimonies,.... The word of God, which he kept cordially and heartily; and in his heart, laid it up there; and with his whole soul observed the doctrines and kept the precepts
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 119:167
My soul hath kept thy testimonies; and I love them exceedingly. My soul hath kept thy testimonies ... for all my ways are before thee - they are all known to thee, and thou wilt recompense me accordingly.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 119:167
Ver. 167. I have not only obeyed thy commands, which a hypocrite may sometimes and in part do for worldly ends, but I have done it with my very soul, and from a hearty love to them.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 119:167
Psalms 119:167 My soul hath kept thy testimonies; and I love them exceedingly.Ver. 167. My soul hath kept thy testimonies] sc. As well as mortality will afford. And I love them exceedingly] "I delight in the law of God after the inward man," Romans 7:22. "I trust I have a good conscience, in all things willing to live honestly," Hebrews 13:18.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 119:167
Verse 167. My soul hath kept] I have not attended to the latter merely, but my spirit has entered into the spirit and design of thy testimonies.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 119:167
161–168. Shîn (and Sîn). God’s law fills the Psalmist’s heart with awe, joy, love, and gratitude; he has been diligent in its observance. It is not the boasting of the Pharisee, but the honest profession of a good conscience. This stanza and that of Mçm (Psalms 119:97 ff.) contain no petition.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 119:167
My soul hath kept thy testimonies, and I love them exeeedingly - I am conscious of loving them; I feel an inward assurance that I do love them.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 119:167
ùׁ, Shin.161-168. Princes have persecuted me—Persecutions still return, yet “the joy of the Lord” is his strength.
Sermons on Psalms 119:167
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Holy Harmony - Part 1 by Elisabeth Elliot | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of a holy harmony in our lives. He reflects on the difference that Jesus Christ has made in his own life and challenges the au |
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(The Church in the Last Days) Personal Testimony by Milton Green | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal testimony of a time when he made a mistake and was punished for it. He recalls the fear and trembling he felt when he believed he woul |
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1 John - the Glory of Fellowship by Stephen Kaung | In this sermon, the speaker begins by expressing gratitude to God for the gift of His Son, Jesus Christ. The focus of the sermon is on the importance of practicing righteousness an |
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The Snare of the Satisfied by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker begins by asking God to give them His Word and for it to burn within them. They ask God to keep them from laziness and the snares of victory. The speake |
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Nature of Lawlessness - Part 2 by Bob Mumford | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of coming under the leadership of the will of God and doing His will. He refers to Matthew 7, where Jesus questions how He wi |
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A New Creation by Robert B. Thompson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the difference between men and boys, stating that it is determined by the cost of their toys. He compares this concept to God's commandments |
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The Way to God by Madame Guyon | Madame Guyon preaches about the journey of the Soul towards God through different degrees of transformation and union. The first degree involves the return of the Soul to God throu |