Psalms 71:19
Psalms 71:19 in Multiple Translations
Your righteousness reaches to the heavens, O God, You who have done great things. Who, O God, is like You?
Thy righteousness also, O God, is very high, who hast done great things: O God, who is like unto thee!
Thy righteousness also, O God, is very high; Thou who hast done great things, O God, who is like unto thee?
Your righteousness, O God, is very high; you have done great things; O God, who is like you?
God, your trustworthy and true nature is higher than the highest heaven! You have done incredible things! God, who is like you?
And thy righteousnes, O God, I wil exalt on high: for thou hast done great thinges: O God, who is like vnto thee!
And Thy righteousness, O God, [is] unto the heights, Because Thou hast done great things, O God, who [is] like Thee?
God, your righteousness also reaches to the heavens. You have done great things. God, who is like you?
Thy righteousness also, O God, is very high, who hast done great things: O God, who is like to thee!
And blessed be the name of his majesty for ever: and the whole earth shall be filled with his majesty. So be it. So be it.
God, you do many righteous deeds; it is as though they extend up to the sky. You have done great things; there is no one like you [RHQ].
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 71:19
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Psalms 71:19 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/צִדְקָתְ/ךָ֥
אֱלֹהִ֗ים
עַד
מָ֫ר֥וֹם
אֲשֶׁר
עָשִׂ֥יתָ
גְדֹל֑וֹת
אֱ֝לֹהִ֗ים
מִ֣י
כָמֽוֹ/ךָ
וְ/צִדְקָתְ/ךָ֥
tsᵉdâqâh
H6666
righteousness
Conj | N-fs | Suff
אֱלֹהִ֗ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
N-mp
עַד
ʻad
H5704
till
Prep
מָ֫ר֥וֹם
mârôwm
H4791
height
N-ms
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
עָשִׂ֥יתָ
ʻâsâh
H6213
to make
V-Qal-Perf-2ms
גְדֹל֑וֹת
gâdôwl
H1419
Great (Sea)
Adj
אֱ֝לֹהִ֗ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
N-mp
מִ֣י
mîy
H4310
who?
Part
כָמֽוֹ/ךָ
kᵉmôw
H3644
like
Prep | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 71:19
וְ/צִדְקָתְ/ךָ֥
tsᵉdâqâh
H6666
"righteousness"
Conj | N-fs | Suff
Encompasses the idea of righteousness, including justice, virtue, and morality, often describing God's attribute or the standard for human behavior. It is used to describe the ideal for personal conduct and societal norms, emphasizing the importance of living a righteous life.
Definition: 1) justice, righteousness 1a) righteousness (in government) 1a1) of judge, ruler, king 1a2) of law 1a3) of Davidic king Messiah 1b) righteousness (of God's attribute) 1c) righteousness (in a case or cause) 1d) righteousness, truthfulness 1e) righteousness (as ethically right) 1f) righteousness (as vindicated), justification, salvation 1f1) of God 1f2) prosperity (of people) 1g) righteous acts Aramaic equivalent: tsid.qah (צִדְקָה "righteousness" H6665)
Usage: Occurs in 150 OT verses. KJV: justice, moderately, right(-eous) (act, -ly, -ness). See also: Genesis 15:6; Proverbs 16:31; Psalms 5:9.
אֱלֹהִ֗ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
"God"
N-mp
The Hebrew word for God, elohim, refers to the one supreme God, and is sometimes used to show respect to judges or magistrates. It is also used to describe angels or mighty beings. This word is closely related to the name of the Lord, Yahweh, and is often translated as God or gods in the Bible.
Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.
עַד
ʻad
H5704
"till"
Prep
This Hebrew word means until or as far as, describing a point in time or space. It's used in the Bible to set boundaries or limits, like in Exodus when describing the Israelites' journey.
Definition: prep 1) as far as, even to, until, up to, while, as far as 1a) of space 1a1) as far as, up to, even to 1b) in combination 1b1) from...as far as, both...and (with 'min' -from) 1c) of time 1c1) even to, until, unto, till, during, end 1d) of degree 1d1) even to, to the degree of, even like conj 2) until, while, to the point that, so that even Aramaic equivalent: ad (עַד "till" H5705)
Usage: Occurs in 1128 OT verses. KJV: against, and, as, at, before, by (that), even (to), for(-asmuch as), (hither-) to, [phrase] how long, into, as long (much) as, (so) that, till, toward, until, when, while, ([phrase] as) yet. See also: Genesis 3:19; Exodus 32:20; Numbers 23:24.
מָ֫ר֥וֹם
mârôwm
H4791
"height"
N-ms
This word refers to a high or elevated place, either physically or figuratively. It can describe a location, such as a mountain, or a state of being, like pride or haughtiness. It is used in various books of the Bible.
Definition: 1) height 1a) height, elevation, elevated place 1a1) in a high place (adv) 1b) height 1c) proudly (adv) 1d) of nobles (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 52 OT verses. KJV: (far) above, dignity, haughty, height, (most, on) high (one, place), loftily, upward. See also: Judges 5:18; Isaiah 22:16; Psalms 7:8.
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
עָשִׂ֥יתָ
ʻâsâh
H6213
"to make"
V-Qal-Perf-2ms
This verb means to make or do something, and is used over 2,600 times in the Bible. It is first used in Genesis 1:7 to describe God's creation of the world and is also used in Exodus 31:5 to describe the work of skilled craftsmen.
Definition: : make(OBJECT) 1) to do, fashion, accomplish, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to do, work, make, produce 1a1a) to do 1a1b) to work 1a1c) to deal (with) 1a1d) to act, act with effect, effect 1a2) to make 1a2a) to make 1a2b) to produce 1a2c) to prepare 1a2d) to make (an offering) 1a2e) to attend to, put in order 1a2f) to observe, celebrate 1a2g) to acquire (property) 1a2h) to appoint, ordain, institute 1a2i) to bring about 1a2j) to use 1a2k) to spend, pass 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be done 1b2) to be made 1b3) to be produced 1b4) to be offered 1b5) to be observed 1b6) to be used 1c) (Pual) to be made
Usage: Occurs in 2286 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 34:19; Exodus 18:24.
גְדֹל֑וֹת
gâdôwl
H1419
"Great (Sea)"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means something or someone great, whether in size, age, or importance. It appears in descriptions of the Great Sea and the Philistines. The word is used to convey a sense of magnitude or grandeur.
Definition: adj great Also named: pe.lish.ti (פְּלִשְׁתִּי "(Sea of the )Philistines" H6430I)
Usage: Occurs in 499 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] aloud, elder(-est), [phrase] exceeding(-ly), [phrase] far, (man of) great (man, matter, thing,-er,-ness), high, long, loud, mighty, more, much, noble, proud thing, [idiom] sore, ([idiom]) very. See also: Genesis 1:16; Joshua 7:26; 1 Kings 20:13.
אֱ֝לֹהִ֗ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
"God"
N-mp
The Hebrew word for God, elohim, refers to the one supreme God, and is sometimes used to show respect to judges or magistrates. It is also used to describe angels or mighty beings. This word is closely related to the name of the Lord, Yahweh, and is often translated as God or gods in the Bible.
Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.
מִ֣י
mîy
H4310
"who?"
Part
This word is used to ask questions like who, whose, or whom. It can also be used to express a wish, like would that or whoever. It appears in many forms throughout the Bible, often in phrases like O that or what.
Definition: who?, whose?, whom?, would that, whoever, whosoever
Usage: Occurs in 342 OT verses. KJV: any (man), [idiom] he, [idiom] him, [phrase] O that! what, which, who(-m, -se, -soever), [phrase] would to God. See also: Genesis 3:11; 2 Samuel 15:4; Psalms 4:7.
כָמֽוֹ/ךָ
kᵉmôw
H3644
"like"
Prep | Suff
This word means like or as, used to compare things. It appears in the Bible to describe similarities or to make comparisons, such as in the book of Psalms.
Definition: adv 1) like, as, the like of which conj 2) when, according as, as it were
Usage: Occurs in 126 OT verses. KJV: according to, (such) as (it were, well as), in comparison of, like (as, to, unto), thus, when, worth. See also: Genesis 19:15; Job 40:17; Psalms 29:6.
Study Notes — Psalms 71:19
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 71:19 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 71:19
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 71:19
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 71:19
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 71:19
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 71:19
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 71:19
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 71:19
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 71:19
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 71:19
- Sermons on Psalms 71:19
Context — Be My Rock of Refuge
17O God, You have taught me from my youth, and to this day I proclaim Your marvelous deeds.
18Even when I am old and gray, do not forsake me, O God, until I proclaim Your power to the next generation, Your might to all who are to come.
19Your righteousness reaches to the heavens, O God, You who have done great things. Who, O God, is like You?
20Though You have shown me many troubles and misfortunes, You will revive me once again. Even from the depths of the earth You will bring me back up. 21You will increase my honor and comfort me once again.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 35:10 | All my bones will exclaim, “Who is like You, O LORD, who delivers the afflicted from the aggressor, the poor and needy from the robber?” |
| 2 | Psalms 36:5–6 | Your loving devotion, O LORD, reaches to the heavens, Your faithfulness to the clouds. Your righteousness is like the highest mountains; Your judgments are like the deepest sea. O LORD, You preserve man and beast. |
| 3 | Psalms 57:10 | For Your loving devotion reaches to the heavens, and Your faithfulness to the clouds. |
| 4 | Isaiah 55:9 | “For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so My ways are higher than your ways and My thoughts than your thoughts. |
| 5 | Luke 1:49 | For the Mighty One has done great things for me. Holy is His name. |
| 6 | Isaiah 40:18 | To whom will you liken God? To what image will you compare Him? |
| 7 | Psalms 126:2–3 | Then our mouths were filled with laughter, our tongues with shouts of joy. Then it was said among the nations, “The LORD has done great things for them.” The LORD has done great things for us; we are filled with joy. |
| 8 | Jeremiah 10:7 | Who would not fear You, O King of nations? This is Your due. For among all the wise men of the nations, and in all their kingdoms, there is none like You. |
| 9 | Psalms 89:6–8 | For who in the skies can compare with the LORD? Who among the heavenly beings is like the LORD? In the council of the holy ones, God is greatly feared, and awesome above all who surround Him. O LORD God of Hosts, who is like You? O mighty LORD, Your faithfulness surrounds You. |
| 10 | Exodus 15:11 | Who among the gods is like You, O LORD? Who is like You—majestic in holiness, revered with praises, performing wonders? |
Psalms 71:19 Summary
This verse tells us that God's righteousness is incredibly high, like the heavens, and that He has done amazing things. It's a reminder that God is unique and powerful, and there is no one like Him (as seen in Isaiah 40:18). We can trust in God's greatness, even when things seem tough, because He is always in control (Psalms 23:4). By focusing on God's power and righteousness, we can find comfort and strength in our daily lives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for God's righteousness to reach to the heavens?
This phrase highlights God's perfect and holy nature, which is far beyond human understanding, as seen in Psalms 92:15 and Isaiah 6:1-5.
How can we understand the greatness of God's works?
We can see God's greatness in creation, as described in Psalms 8:1-9 and Romans 1:20, and in His redemptive plan, as outlined in Ephesians 1:3-14.
What is the significance of the question 'Who, O God, is like You?'?
This rhetorical question emphasizes God's uniqueness and sovereignty, echoing the sentiments of Isaiah 40:18 and 46:5, which affirm that there is no one like God.
How does this verse relate to our everyday lives?
This verse encourages us to trust in God's power and righteousness, even in difficult times, as seen in Psalms 23:4 and 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, and to proclaim His greatness to others, as in Psalms 71:17-18.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways you have seen God's righteousness and greatness in your life, and how can you share these with others?
- How does the knowledge of God's sovereignty and uniqueness affect your trust in Him during challenging times?
- What are some 'great things' that God has done in your life, and how can you use these experiences to encourage others?
- In what ways can you proclaim God's power and might to the next generation, as mentioned in Psalms 71:18?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 71:19
Thy righteousness also, O God, [is] very high,.... Or, "unto [the place] on high" (f); it reaches unto heaven, as the mercy, truth, and faithfulness of God, are said to do, Psalms 36:5.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 71:19
Thy righteousness also, O God, is very high, who hast done great things: O God, who is like unto thee! Thy righteousness also, O God, is very high - literally, 'is even to the height' (Psalms 36:5; Psalms 57:5; Psalms 57:10).
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 71:19
Very high, i.e. most eminent and evident, as high things are.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 71:19
Psalms 71:19 Thy righteousness also, O God, [is] very high, who hast done great things: O God, who [is] like unto thee!Ver. 19. Thy righteousness also, O God, is very high] Far above the reach of human reason; yet for the strengthening of my hope, I will look up after it, though mine eye should be tired in the way.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 71:19
(19) Very high.—Literally, to the height, i.e., to the heavens, as in Psalms 36:5; Psalms 57:10. The clauses should be arranged, Thy righteousness also, O God, to the height—Thou who doest great things—God, who is like unto thee? (Comp. Exodus 15:11.)
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 71:19
Verse 19. Thy righteousness - is very high] עד מרום ad marom - is up to the exalted place, reaches up to heaven. The mercy of God fills all space and place. It crowns in the heavens what it governed upon earth. Who hast done great things] גדלות gedoloth. Thou hast worked miracles, and displayed the greatest acts of power. Who is like unto thee!] מי כמוך mi camocha. God is alone, - who can resemble him? He is eternal. He can have none before, and there can be none after; for in the infinite unity of his trinity he is that eternal, unlimited, impartible, incomprehensible, and uncompounded ineffable Being, whose essence is hidden from all created intelligences, and whose counsels cannot be fathomed by any creature that even his own hand can form.
WHO IS LIKE UNTO THEE! will excite the wonder, amazement, praise, and adoration of angels and men to all eternity.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 71:19
19. is very high] Lit., (reacheth) unto the height, of heaven. Cp. Psalms 36:5; Psalms 57:10; Job 11:8. who hast done &c.] It is better with R.V. to connect this clause with what follows: Thou who hast done great things, O God, who is like unto thee? Jehovah is incomparable for power and goodness. The fundamental passage is Exodus 15:11; cp. Psalms 35:10; Psalms 86:8; Psalms 89:6; Psalms 89:8; Micah 7:18.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 71:19
Thy righteousness also, O God, is very high - See the notes at Psalms 36:5.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 71:19
19. Thy righteousness—Five times in this psalm is the “righteousness” of God mentioned as the source of salvation and the theme of praise. Psalms 71:2; Psalms 71:15-16; Psalms 71:19; Psalms 71:24.
Sermons on Psalms 71:19
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Useful for the Master - Part 3 by Jackie Pullinger | This sermon emphasizes God's love and faithfulness towards His people, highlighting the sacrificial nature of Jesus' love and the call for believers to reciprocate that love by sur |
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Position to Stand by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of maintaining a stance of joyful praise in our lives. He encourages listeners to have a fixed heart and to sing and praise Go |
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(Worship) Session 5: The How of Worship by Joseph Carroll | Joseph Carroll emphasizes the importance of worshiping God in spirit and truth, highlighting that true worship comes from a pure heart and clean hands. He explains that worship is |
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Thy Mercy, 0 Lord, Is in the Heavens by John Calvin | John Calvin preaches about the contrast between the depravity of men and the faithfulness and mercy of God, emphasizing the importance of not being influenced by the wickedness aro |
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Belief in God and His Goodness by K.P. Yohannan | K.P. Yohannan emphasizes the critical importance of maintaining belief in God and His goodness, likening it to a safety rope that helps us navigate through life's challenges. He re |
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Unlimited Resources but Limited Receptacles by A.W. Tozer | A.W. Tozer emphasizes that God's infinite nature means His goodness, mercy, love, and grace are boundless, and that to think of Him as limited is to misunderstand His true essence. |
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Psalm 36 by Henry Law | Henry Law preaches about the stark contrast between the wicked, who are consumed by sin and deceit, and the glory of God, whose mercy, faithfulness, righteousness, and lovingkindne |