Psalms 119:74
Psalms 119:74 in Multiple Translations
May those who fear You see me and rejoice, for I have hoped in Your word.
They that fear thee will be glad when they see me; because I have hoped in thy word.
They that fear thee shall see me and be glad, Because I have hoped in thy word.
Your worshippers will see me and be glad; because my hope has been in your word.
May those who worship you be happy when they see me, for I place my confidence in your word.
So they that feare thee, seeing mee shall reioyce, because I haue trusted in thy worde.
Those fearing Thee see me and rejoice, Because for Thy word I have hoped.
Those who fear you will see me and be glad, because I have put my hope in your word.
They that fear thee will be glad when they see me; because I have hoped in thy word.
Those who have an awesome respect for you will see what you have done for me, and they will rejoice, because they will see that I have trusted in ◄your words/what you told us►.
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Psalms 119:74 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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יְ֭רֵאֶי/ךָ
יִרְא֣וּ/נִי
וְ/יִשְׂמָ֑חוּ
כִּ֖י
לִ/דְבָרְ/ךָ֣
יִחָֽלְתִּי
יְ֭רֵאֶי/ךָ
yârêʼ
H3373
afraid
Adj | Suff
יִרְא֣וּ/נִי
râʼâh
H7200
Provider
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp | Suff
וְ/יִשְׂמָ֑חוּ
sâmach
H8055
to rejoice
Conj | V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
כִּ֖י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
לִ/דְבָרְ/ךָ֣
dâbâr
H1697
Chronicles
Prep | N-ms | Suff
יִחָֽלְתִּי
yâchal
H3176
to wait
V-Piel-Perf-1cs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 119:74
יְ֭רֵאֶי/ךָ
yârêʼ
H3373
"afraid"
Adj | Suff
This word describes someone who is afraid or fearful, and is also used to convey a sense of reverence or respect. It's often translated as 'afraid' in the KJV. In the Bible, it's used to describe people's reactions to God or scary situations.
Definition: fearing, reverent, afraid
Usage: Occurs in 54 OT verses. KJV: afraid, fear (-ful). See also: Genesis 22:12; Psalms 103:17; Psalms 15:4.
יִרְא֣וּ/נִי
râʼâh
H7200
"Provider"
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp | Suff
The Hebrew word for provider means to see or look after, and is used to describe God's care for his people. It appears in various forms throughout the Bible, including in Genesis and other books.
Definition: (Lord will) Provide, cause to be seen. This name means to see, look at, inspect, look after
Usage: Occurs in 1206 OT verses. KJV: advise self, appear, approve, behold, [idiom] certainly, consider, discern, (make to) enjoy, have experience, gaze, take heed, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] joyfully, lo, look (on, one another, one on another, one upon another, out, up, upon), mark, meet, [idiom] be near, perceive, present, provide, regard, (have) respect, (fore-, cause to, let) see(-r, -m, one another), shew (self), [idiom] sight of others, (e-) spy, stare, [idiom] surely, [idiom] think, view, visions. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 41:41; Exodus 33:13.
וְ/יִשְׂמָ֑חוּ
sâmach
H8055
"to rejoice"
Conj | V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
This verb means to rejoice or be glad, often used in a religious sense, like when the Israelites rejoiced at the dedication of the temple in 1 Kings 8:66.
Definition: 1) to rejoice, be glad 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to rejoice 1a2) to rejoice (arrogantly), exult (at) 1a3) to rejoice (religiously) 1b) (Piel) to cause to rejoice, gladden, make glad 1c) (Hiphil) to cause to rejoice, gladden, make glad
Usage: Occurs in 148 OT verses. KJV: cheer up, be (make) glad, (have, make) joy(-ful), be (make) merry, (cause to, make to) rejoice, [idiom] very. See also: Exodus 4:14; Psalms 92:5; Psalms 5:12.
כִּ֖י
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
לִ/דְבָרְ/ךָ֣
dâbâr
H1697
"Chronicles"
Prep | N-ms | Suff
A word or thing, like a matter or affair, as seen in the book of Chronicles where it refers to the events and words of kings. It can also mean a cause or reason for something.
Definition: This name means word, speaking
Usage: Occurs in 1290 OT verses. KJV: act, advice, affair, answer, [idiom] any such (thing), because of, book, business, care, case, cause, certain rate, [phrase] chronicles, commandment, [idiom] commune(-ication), [phrase] concern(-ing), [phrase] confer, counsel, [phrase] dearth, decree, deed, [idiom] disease, due, duty, effect, [phrase] eloquent, errand, (evil favoured-) ness, [phrase] glory, [phrase] harm, hurt, [phrase] iniquity, [phrase] judgment, language, [phrase] lying, manner, matter, message, (no) thing, oracle, [idiom] ought, [idiom] parts, [phrase] pertaining, [phrase] please, portion, [phrase] power, promise, provision, purpose, question, rate, reason, report, request, [idiom] (as hast) said, sake, saying, sentence, [phrase] sign, [phrase] so, some (uncleanness), somewhat to say, [phrase] song, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, task, [phrase] that, [idiom] there done, thing (concerning), thought, [phrase] thus, tidings, what(-soever), [phrase] wherewith, which, word, work. See also: Genesis 11:1; Exodus 23:8; Deuteronomy 18:21.
יִחָֽלְתִּי
yâchal
H3176
"to wait"
V-Piel-Perf-1cs
To wait or be patient is the meaning of this verb, used to describe hoping or trusting in something, as seen in various KJV translations.
Definition: : wait[for_time] 1) to wait, hope, expect 1a) (Niphal) to wait 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to wait, await, tarry 1b2) to wait for, hope for 1c) (Hiphil) to wait, tarry, wait for, hope for Also means: ya.chal (יָחַל ": hope" H3176H)
Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: (cause to, have, make to) hope, be pained, stay, tarry, trust, wait. See also: Genesis 8:12; Psalms 69:4; Psalms 31:25.
Study Notes — Psalms 119:74
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- Psalms 119:74 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 119:74
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 119:74
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 119:74
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 119:74
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 119:74
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 119:74
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 119:74
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 119:74
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 119:74
- Sermons on Psalms 119:74
Context — Your Word Is a Lamp to My Feet
72The law from Your mouth is more precious to me than thousands of pieces of gold and silver.
73Your hands have made me and fashioned me; give me understanding to learn Your commandments.
74May those who fear You see me and rejoice, for I have hoped in Your word.
75I know, O LORD, that Your judgments are righteous, and that in faithfulness You have afflicted me. 76May Your loving devotion comfort me, I pray, according to Your promise to Your servant.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 66:16 | Come and listen, all you who fear God, and I will declare what He has done for me. |
| 2 | Psalms 34:2–6 | My soul boasts in the LORD; let the oppressed hear and rejoice. Magnify the LORD with me; let us exalt His name together. I sought the LORD, and He answered me; He delivered me from all my fears. Those who look to Him are radiant with joy; their faces shall never be ashamed. This poor man called out, and the LORD heard him; He saved him from all his troubles. |
| 3 | Psalms 119:79 | May those who fear You turn to me, those who know Your testimonies. |
| 4 | Psalms 119:42 | Then I can answer him who taunts, for I trust in Your word. |
| 5 | Luke 21:33 | Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will never pass away. |
| 6 | Genesis 32:11–12 | Please deliver me from the hand of my brother Esau, for I am afraid that he may come and attack me and the mothers and children with me. But You have said, ‘I will surely make you prosper, and I will make your offspring like the sand of the sea, too numerous to count.’” |
| 7 | Psalms 108:7 | God has spoken from His sanctuary: “I will triumph! I will parcel out Shechem and apportion the Valley of Succoth. |
| 8 | Malachi 3:16 | At that time those who feared the LORD spoke with one another, and the LORD listened and heard them. So a scroll of remembrance was written before Him regarding those who feared the LORD and honored His name. |
| 9 | Psalms 119:147 | I rise before dawn and cry for help; in Your word I have put my hope. |
Psalms 119:74 Summary
[This verse is saying that when we trust in God's word, it brings us joy and hope, and we want others to see this and be encouraged. It's like when we're excited about something and we want to share it with our friends, as seen in Psalms 9:1, where it says, 'I will give thanks to the Lord with my whole heart.' The psalmist is expressing his desire for others to see the positive impact that God's word has had on his life, and to rejoice with him. This is similar to the idea expressed in Third John 1:4, where it says, 'I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth.' When we put our hope in God's word, we can trust that He will be faithful to us, and this gives us a sense of peace and security, as expressed in Isaiah 26:3, which says, 'You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.']
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to 'fear' God in this verse?
To fear God means to have a deep reverence and respect for Him, recognizing His power and authority, as seen in Psalms 111:10, where it says, 'The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.'
Why does the psalmist want others to see him and rejoice?
The psalmist wants others to see the joy and hope that comes from trusting in God's word, as a testimony to God's faithfulness, much like the apostle Paul's desire for others to see his faith in Romans 1:12.
What is the significance of 'hoping in Your word'?
Hoping in God's word means trusting in His promises and having confidence in His faithfulness, as expressed in Psalms 130:5, which says, 'I wait for the Lord, my soul waits, and in His word I put my hope.'
How can we apply this verse to our own lives?
We can apply this verse by seeking to trust in God's word and live in a way that brings joy and encouragement to others, as we are called to be a light to the world in Matthew 5:16.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can demonstrate my hope in God's word to those around me?
- How can I cultivate a deeper reverence and respect for God, and what role does His word play in this process?
- What are some promises in God's word that I can cling to in times of uncertainty or doubt?
- In what ways can I be a source of joy and encouragement to others, and how can I point them to the hope that I have found in God's word?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 119:74
They that fear thee will be glad when they see me,.... In outward prosperity, delivered from all troubles, set on the throne of Israel, and at rest from all enemies round about: and in spiritual
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 119:74
They that fear thee will be glad when they see me; because I have hoped in thy word. They that fear thee will be glad when they see me; because I have hoped in thy word.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 119:74
Will be glad; partly for my sake, of whose innocency and piety they are convinced, and therefore sympathize with me; and partly for their own sakes, both for the encouragement they have by my example to trust in God, and for the manifold benefits, both spiritual and temporal, which they expect from my government. See me, to wit, alive and in safety, notwithstanding all the force and malice of mine enemies, and advanced to the kingdom. I have hoped in thy word; in thy promise, and have not been disappointed of my hope, which is a great confirmation of their faith and hope in God, that, they shall obtain all the good things which God hath promised them.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 119:74
Psalms 119:74 They that fear thee will be glad when they see me; because I have hoped in thy word.Ver. 74. They that fear thee will be glad, &c.] As hoping that they shall also in like sort be delivered and advanced. Because I have hoped in thy word] And have not been disappointed. The Vulgate rendereth it super speravi, I have overly hoped; and Aben Ezra glosseth, I have hoped in all thy decree, even that of afflicting me, as in the next verse.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 119:74
(74) They . . . will be glad.—The great truth of spiritual communion, and the mutual help and consolation derived from it, is latent here. In its primary sense, that the preservation and deliverance of the righteous, who are victims of persecution, afford comfort and joy to all truly good, the verse has been amply confirmed by history. Matthew 5:16, “Let your light so shine,” &c
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 119:74
Verse 74. They that fear thee] They who are truly religious will be glad - will rejoice, at this farther proof of the saving power of God.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 119:74
74. Let them that fear thee see me and he glad: let them rejoice when they see in me an example of the reward of trustful patience. Cp. Psalms 69:32.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 119:74
They that fear thee - Those who worship thee; thy friends; the pious and the good. Will be glad when they see me - They will welcome me to their society; they will regard and treat me as a friend and brother.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 119:74
é, Jod.73-80. I may learn thy commandments—The psalmist considers the value of broad and truthful experiences in the word as related to his influence upon others.
Sermons on Psalms 119:74
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Deliberate Holiness by Tim Conway | This sermon focuses on Psalms 119:57 where David declares, 'The Lord is my portion; I promise to keep your words.' The speaker emphasizes the importance of deliberate holiness, bei |
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Home Before Dark by Vance Havner | In this sermon, the speaker begins by sharing a personal testimony about the importance of giving testimonies and sharing one's individual experiences. He references Psalm 66:16-20 |
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O Glorious Day by Vance Havner | In this sermon, the preacher reflects on his 64 years in ministry and shares his observations. He emphasizes that despite advancements in technology and knowledge, the core truths |
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God's Work in the Life of His Servants by Vance Havner | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the unchanging nature of the gospel. He uses an analogy of tasting different concoctions to highlight that the water of life, representing t |
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Evangelism 01 My Testimony by Welcome Detweiler | In this sermon, the teacher discusses a situation where a board does not explicitly state whether a certain action is allowed or not. The teacher asks the audience if they would li |
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What He Has Done for My Soul by Thomas Brooks | Thomas Brooks shares a powerful testimony of the transformative work God has done in his life, emphasizing the soul blessings and favors bestowed upon him. He reflects on his past |
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The Life of Alice Hayes by Alice Hayes | Alice Hayes, a preacher in the Society of Friends, shares her personal journey of conversion, trials, and travails, emphasizing the importance of faithfulness and trust in the Lord |