Psalms 119:62
Psalms 119:62 in Multiple Translations
At midnight I rise to give You thanks for Your righteous judgments.
At midnight I will rise to give thanks unto thee because of thy righteous judgments.
At midnight I will rise to give thanks unto thee Because of thy righteous ordinances.
In the middle of the night I will get up to give you praise, because of all your right decisions.
I get up in the middle of the night to thank you for your good laws.
At midnight will I rise to giue thanks vnto thee, because of thy righteous iudgements.
At midnight I rise to give thanks to Thee, For the judgments of Thy righteousness.
At midnight I will rise to give thanks to you, because of your righteous ordinances.
At midnight I will rise to give thanks to thee, because of thy righteous judgments.
In the middle of the night I wake up, and I praise you for ◄your commands/the rules that you have given us to do►; they are fair/just.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 119:62
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Psalms 119:62 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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חֲצֽוֹת
לַ֗יְלָה
אָ֭קוּם
לְ/הוֹד֣וֹת
לָ֑/ךְ
עַ֝֗ל
מִשְׁפְּטֵ֥י
צִדְקֶֽ/ךָ
חֲצֽוֹת
châtsôwth
H2676
middle
N-fs
לַ֗יְלָה
layil
H3915
night
N-ms
אָ֭קוּם
qûwm
H6965
-kamai
V-Qal-Imperf-1cs
לְ/הוֹד֣וֹת
yâdâh
H3034
to give thanks
Prep | V-Hiphil-Inf-a
לָ֑/ךְ
Prep | Suff
עַ֝֗ל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
מִשְׁפְּטֵ֥י
mishpâṭ
H4941
justice
N-mp
צִדְקֶֽ/ךָ
tsedeq
H6664
Righteousness
N-ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 119:62
חֲצֽוֹת
châtsôwth
H2676
"middle"
N-fs
This word refers to the middle of something, like the middle of the night. It describes a point halfway between two extremes. The Bible uses it to talk about time.
Definition: middle, mid-, half, division
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: mid(-night). See also: Exodus 11:4; Job 34:20; Psalms 119:62.
לַ֗יְלָה
layil
H3915
"night"
N-ms
Night refers to the time of darkness, opposed to day, and can also symbolize adversity or hardship. It is a period of rest, but also of potential danger or uncertainty.
Definition: 1) night 1a) night (as opposed to day) 1b) of gloom, protective shadow (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 223 OT verses. KJV: (mid-)night (season). See also: Genesis 1:5; 2 Samuel 17:16; Psalms 1:2.
אָ֭קוּם
qûwm
H6965
"-kamai"
V-Qal-Imperf-1cs
Qum means to rise or stand up, used in various contexts like rising to power or standing firm, as seen in Jeremiah and Ezra.
Definition: Combined with lev (לֵב "Leb" H3820B) § -Kamai = "my adversary" Leb-kamai, i.e., people of Gambulai
Usage: Occurs in 596 OT verses. KJV: abide, accomplish, [idiom] be clearer, confirm, continue, decree, [idiom] be dim, endure, [idiom] enemy, enjoin, get up, make good, help, hold, (help to) lift up (again), make, [idiom] but newly, ordain, perform, pitch, raise (up), rear (up), remain, (a-) rise (up) (again, against), rouse up, set (up), (e-) stablish, (make to) stand (up), stir up, strengthen, succeed, (as-, make) sure(-ly), (be) up(-hold, -rising). See also: Genesis 4:8; Numbers 30:13; Ruth 4:10.
לְ/הוֹד֣וֹת
yâdâh
H3034
"to give thanks"
Prep | V-Hiphil-Inf-a
To give thanks or praise, originally meaning to throw or cast, like shooting an arrow. In the Bible, it's used to describe worship or confession with extended hands. It appears in Psalms and other books, like 1 Chronicles.
Definition: 1) to throw, shoot, cast 1a) (Qal) to shoot (arrows) 1b) (Piel) to cast, cast down, throw down 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to give thanks, laud, praise 1c2) to confess, confess (the name of God) 1d) (Hithpael) 1d1) to confess (sin) 1d2) to give thanks Aramaic equivalent: ye.da (יְדָא "to praise" H3029)
Usage: Occurs in 111 OT verses. KJV: cast (out), (make) confess(-ion), praise, shoot, (give) thank(-ful, -s, -sgiving). See also: Genesis 29:35; Psalms 57:10; Psalms 6:6.
לָ֑/ךְ
""
Prep | Suff
עַ֝֗ל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
מִשְׁפְּטֵ֥י
mishpâṭ
H4941
"justice"
N-mp
Mishpat means justice or judgment, and is often used to describe God's righteous judgment, as well as human laws and decisions, in books like Deuteronomy and Isaiah.
Definition: : judgement/punishment 1) judgment, justice, ordinance 1a) judgment 1a1) act of deciding a case 1a2) place, court, seat of judgment 1a3) process, procedure, litigation (before judges) 1a4) case, cause (presented for judgment) 1a5) sentence, decision (of judgment) 1a6) execution (of judgment) 1a7) time (of judgment) 1b) justice, right, rectitude (attributes of God or man) 1c) ordinance 1d) decision (in law) 1e) right, privilege, due (legal) 1f) proper, fitting, measure, fitness, custom, manner, plan
Usage: Occurs in 406 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] adversary, ceremony, charge, [idiom] crime, custom, desert, determination, discretion, disposing, due, fashion, form, to be judged, judgment, just(-ice, -ly), (manner of) law(-ful), manner, measure, (due) order, ordinance, right, sentence, usest, [idiom] worthy, [phrase] wrong. See also: Genesis 18:19; 1 Kings 2:3; Psalms 1:5.
צִדְקֶֽ/ךָ
tsedeq
H6664
"Righteousness"
N-ms | Suff
Represents the idea of righteousness or justice, often referring to God's character or the standard for human behavior. It is closely tied to the concept of morality and what is right. The word is used to describe the ideal for human conduct and society.
Definition: This name means justice, righteousness Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 112 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] even, ([idiom] that which is altogether) just(-ice), (un-)right(-eous) (cause, -ly, -ness). See also: Leviticus 19:15; Psalms 119:138; Psalms 4:2.
Study Notes — Psalms 119:62
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- Context
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- Psalms 119:62 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 119:62
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 119:62
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 119:62
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 119:62
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 119:62
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 119:62
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 119:62
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 119:62
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 119:62
- Sermons on Psalms 119:62
Context — Your Word Is a Lamp to My Feet
60I hurried without hesitating to keep Your commandments.
61Though the ropes of the wicked bind me, I do not forget Your law.
62At midnight I rise to give You thanks for Your righteous judgments.
63I am a friend to all who fear You, and to those who keep Your precepts. 64The earth is filled with Your loving devotion, O LORD; teach me Your statutes.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Acts 16:25 | About midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the other prisoners were listening to them. |
| 2 | Mark 1:35 | Early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up and slipped out to a solitary place to pray. |
| 3 | Psalms 42:8 | The LORD decrees His loving devotion by day, and at night His song is with me as a prayer to the God of my life. |
| 4 | Psalms 119:164 | Seven times a day I praise You for Your righteous judgments. |
| 5 | Psalms 119:7 | I will praise You with an upright heart when I learn Your righteous judgments. |
| 6 | Romans 7:12 | So then, the law is holy, and the commandment is holy, righteous, and good. |
| 7 | Psalms 119:75 | I know, O LORD, that Your judgments are righteous, and that in faithfulness You have afflicted me. |
| 8 | Psalms 119:147 | I rise before dawn and cry for help; in Your word I have put my hope. |
| 9 | Psalms 119:137 | Righteous are You, O LORD, and upright are Your judgments. |
| 10 | Deuteronomy 4:8 | And what nation is great enough to have righteous statutes and ordinances like this entire law I set before you today? |
Psalms 119:62 Summary
This verse shows us that the psalmist loved God so much that he would even wake up in the middle of the night to thank Him for being fair and just. He wanted to make time for God, no matter what. We can learn from his example by making time to pray and thank God, even when it's not easy, just like David did in Psalms 5:3. By doing so, we can deepen our relationship with God and cultivate a spirit of gratitude, as encouraged in Colossians 4:2 and Psalms 95:2.
Frequently Asked Questions
What motivates the psalmist to rise at midnight to give thanks?
The psalmist is motivated by a desire to express gratitude for God's righteous judgments, as seen in Psalms 119:62, and to cultivate a deepening relationship with Him, similar to the devotion expressed in Psalms 42:8.
How does the psalmist's action of rising at midnight reflect his commitment to God?
The psalmist's willingness to rise at midnight demonstrates his eagerness to prioritize time with God, even in the still of the night, much like the example of David in Psalms 63:6, who meditated on God in the night watches.
What can we learn from the psalmist's practice of giving thanks at midnight?
We can learn the importance of cultivating a spirit of gratitude and making time for God, regardless of the hour, as encouraged in Ephesians 5:20 and Psalms 100:4.
How does this verse relate to the concept of prayer and worship?
This verse highlights the psalmist's commitment to prayer and worship, demonstrating that these practices are not limited to specific times or places, but can be expressed at any moment, as seen in Psalms 55:17 and Luke 18:1.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways you can prioritize time with God, even in the midst of a busy schedule?
- How do you currently express gratitude to God, and are there new ways you could cultivate a spirit of thankfulness in your life?
- What are some 'righteous judgments' of God that you are thankful for, and how can you reflect on these in your prayer life?
- In what ways can you apply the principle of rising at midnight to give thanks in your own life, whether literally or metaphorically?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 119:62
At midnight I will rise to give thanks unto thee,.... Not only send up an ejaculatory thanksgiving upon his bed, but rise up from it and shake off his sleep, and in a set, serious, solemn manner, praise the Lord.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 119:62
At midnight I will rise to give thanks unto thee because of thy righteous judgments.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 119:62
I will rise out of my bed to praise thee in a solemn manner; not being contented with those short ejaculations which he might have used lying in his bed. Thy righteous judgments, i.e. laws, which are so useful to direct and comfort me.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 119:62
Psalms 119:62 At midnight I will rise to give thanks unto thee because of thy righteous judgments.Ver. 62. At midnight will I rise] To speak with a friend. The primitive Christians had their Hymniantelucani, saith Pliny, their αλεκτροφωνιαι, saith Clement and Cyprian; and this the monks allege for defence of their superstitious night services. Because of thy righteous judgments] God’ s word read and preached is a main matter of thankfulness; so are his works.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 119:62
(62) Midnight.—See Psalms 119:55.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 119:62
Verse 62. At midnight I will rise] We are so overpowered with a sense of thy goodness, that in season and out of season we will return thee thanks.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 119:62
62. Far from forgetting the law, he will interrupt his sleep with thanksgivings for its righteous ordinances (Psalms 119:7).
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 119:62
At midnight I will rise to give thanks unto thee - In the usual times of repose; when men are commonly lying in unconscious slumber.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 119:62
ç, Cheth.57-64. Thou art my portion—Having found in the statutes of the Lord the joy and solace mentioned in the last division, the writer now earnestly prays that, as the highest good, he may have a
Sermons on Psalms 119:62
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Supernatural Opposition by Bud Elford | In this sermon, the preacher shares a story about two stray cats that were let into a missionary's home. The white cat made a terrible noise and left, while the black cat stood up |
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In Everything Give Thanks to the Lord by George Fox | George Fox emphasizes the importance of giving thanks to the Lord in all circumstances, citing 1 Thessalonians 5:18 as a directive from God. He explains that gratitude is essential |
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Epistle 310 by George Fox | George Fox emphasizes the importance of giving thanks to the Lord in all circumstances, citing 1 Thessalonians 5:18 as a directive from God. He explains that gratitude is essential |
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From Easter Until the Calends of November by St. Benedict of Nursia | St. Benedict of Nursia emphasizes the importance of maintaining a consistent prayer life from Easter until the Calends of November, ensuring that the same number of Psalms are reci |
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Seven Times in the Day," Says the Prophet by St. Benedict of Nursia | St. Benedict of Nursia emphasizes the importance of praising God throughout the day by performing the Offices of service at specific times, fulfilling the sacred number of seven me |
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Brother Yun - Heavenly Man by Brother Yun | In this sermon, the speaker shares his personal experience of losing his first love for God while being caught up in the busyness of ministry. He emphasizes that past obedience is |
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Available to God by Major Ian Thomas | In this sermon, the preacher shares a story about a boy named Abraham who had no home, friends, family, money, or food. The preacher gave Abraham a German Testament and explained t |