Psalms 103:18
Psalms 103:18 in Multiple Translations
to those who keep His covenant and remember to obey His precepts.
To such as keep his covenant, and to those that remember his commandments to do them.
To such as keep his covenant, And to those that remember his precepts to do them.
If they keep his agreement, and have his laws in mind to do them.
to those who keep his agreement and who remember to follow his commandments.
Vnto them that keepe his couenant, and thinke vpon his commandements to doe them.
To those keeping His covenant, And to those remembering His precepts to do them.
to those who keep his covenant, to those who remember to obey his precepts.
To such as keep his covenant, and to those that remember his commandments to do them.
The high hills are a refuge for the harts, the rock for the irchins.
he will act that way to all those who obey the agreement he made with them to bless them if they did what he told them to do, to all those who obey what he has commanded.
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Psalms 103:18 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לְ/שֹׁמְרֵ֥י
בְרִית֑/וֹ
וּ/לְ/זֹכְרֵ֥י
פִ֝קֻּדָ֗י/ו
לַ/עֲשׂוֹתָֽ/ם
לְ/שֹׁמְרֵ֥י
shâmar
H8104
to keep
Prep | V-Qal
בְרִית֑/וֹ
bᵉrîyth
H1285
covenant
N-fs | Suff
וּ/לְ/זֹכְרֵ֥י
zâkar
H2142
to remember
Conj | Prep | V-Qal
פִ֝קֻּדָ֗י/ו
piqqûwd
H6490
precept
N-mp | Suff
לַ/עֲשׂוֹתָֽ/ם
ʻâsâh
H6213
to make
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 103:18
לְ/שֹׁמְרֵ֥י
shâmar
H8104
"to keep"
Prep | V-Qal
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.
בְרִית֑/וֹ
bᵉrîyth
H1285
"covenant"
N-fs | Suff
A covenant is a promise or agreement between people or between God and people, like a treaty or alliance. It is first mentioned in the Bible in Genesis, where God makes a covenant with Abraham. This concept is central to the Bible.
Definition: 1) covenant, alliance, pledge 1a) between men 1a1) treaty, alliance, league (man to man) 1a2) constitution, ordinance (monarch to subjects) 1a3) agreement, pledge (man to man) 1a4) alliance (of friendship) 1a5) alliance (of marriage) 1b) between God and man 1b1) alliance (of friendship) 1b2) covenant (divine ordinance with signs or pledges) 2) (phrases) 2a) covenant making 2b) covenant keeping 2c) covenant violation
Usage: Occurs in 264 OT verses. KJV: confederacy, (con-) feder(-ate), covenant, league. See also: Genesis 6:18; Judges 20:27; Psalms 25:10.
וּ/לְ/זֹכְרֵ֥י
zâkar
H2142
"to remember"
Conj | Prep | V-Qal
To remember means to recall or mark something, like God remembering his covenant with Abraham in Genesis 9:1 and Exodus 2:24.
Definition: 1) to remember, recall, call to mind 1a) (Qal) to remember, recall 1b) (Niphal) to be brought to remembrance, be remembered, be thought of, be brought to mind 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to remember, remind 1c2) to cause to be remembered, keep in remembrance 1c3) to mention 1c4) to record 1c5) to make a memorial, make remembrance
Usage: Occurs in 223 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] burn (incense), [idiom] earnestly, be male, (make) mention (of), be mindful, recount, record(-er), remember, make to be remembered, bring (call, come, keep, put) to (in) remembrance, [idiom] still, think on, [idiom] well. See also: Genesis 8:1; Psalms 74:2; Psalms 8:5.
פִ֝קֻּדָ֗י/ו
piqqûwd
H6490
"precept"
N-mp | Suff
This word refers to a precept or commandment from God, like a law or statute. It appears in the Bible as a mandate or instruction, and is translated in the KJV as commandment, precept, or statute, emphasizing its importance as a divine instruction.
Definition: precept, statute
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: commandment, precept, statute. See also: Psalms 19:9; Psalms 119:87; Psalms 103:18.
לַ/עֲשׂוֹתָֽ/ם
ʻâsâh
H6213
"to make"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a | Suff
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.
Study Notes — Psalms 103:18
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- Context
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- Psalms 103:18 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 103:18
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 103:18
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 103:18
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 103:18
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 103:18
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 103:18
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 103:18
- Sermons on Psalms 103:18
Context — Bless the LORD, O My Soul
16when the wind passes over, it vanishes, and its place remembers it no more.
17But from everlasting to everlasting the loving devotion of the LORD extends to those who fear Him, and His righteousness to their children’s children—
18to those who keep His covenant and remember to obey His precepts.
19The LORD has established His throne in heaven, and His kingdom rules over all. 20Bless the LORD, all His angels mighty in strength who carry out His word, who hearken to the voice of His command.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Deuteronomy 7:9 | Know therefore that the LORD your God is God, the faithful God who keeps His covenant of loving devotion for a thousand generations of those who love Him and keep His commandments. |
| 2 | Psalms 132:12 | If your sons keep My covenant and the testimony I will teach them, then their sons will also sit on your throne forever and ever.” |
| 3 | Luke 1:6 | Both of them were righteous in the sight of God, walking blamelessly in all the commandments and decrees of the Lord. |
| 4 | Exodus 24:8 | So Moses took the blood, sprinkled it on the people, and said, “This is the blood of the covenant that the LORD has made with you in accordance with all these words.” |
| 5 | Matthew 28:20 | and teaching them to obey all that I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” |
| 6 | Proverbs 3:1 | My son, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments; |
| 7 | Psalms 25:10 | All the LORD’s ways are loving and faithful to those who keep His covenant and His decrees. |
| 8 | Psalms 119:9–11 | How can a young man keep his way pure? By guarding it according to Your word. With all my heart I have sought You; do not let me stray from Your commandments. I have hidden Your word in my heart that I might not sin against You. |
| 9 | Exodus 19:5 | Now if you will indeed obey My voice and keep My covenant, you will be My treasured possession out of all the nations—for the whole earth is Mine. |
| 10 | Acts 24:16 | In this hope, I strive always to maintain a clear conscience before God and man. |
Psalms 103:18 Summary
[This verse reminds us that God's love and care are available to those who make a commitment to follow Him and obey His commands. By keeping His covenant and remembering to obey His precepts, we can experience the fullness of His love and devotion, just as He promises in Psalm 103:17. This means trusting in Him, just like Abraham did in Genesis 15:6, and seeking to live a life that honors Him, as encouraged in John 14:15. As we do this, we can have confidence that God's loving devotion will extend to us and our children, just as He promises in Psalm 103:17.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to keep God's covenant?
Keeping God's covenant means obeying and following the promises and commands He has given to us, as seen in verses like Deuteronomy 7:9 and Psalm 25:10. This involves trusting and having faith in Him, just as Abraham did in Genesis 15:6.
Why is it important to remember to obey God's precepts?
Remembering to obey God's precepts is crucial because it shows our love and devotion to Him, as stated in John 14:15 and 1 John 5:3. By obeying His commands, we demonstrate our commitment to following His will and living a life that honors Him.
How can we ensure we are keeping God's covenant and obeying His precepts?
To ensure we are keeping God's covenant and obeying His precepts, we must regularly read and study the Bible, pray for guidance, and seek to live a life of obedience, as encouraged in Joshua 1:8 and Psalm 119:11.
What is the relationship between keeping God's covenant and experiencing His loving devotion?
According to Psalm 103:17, God's loving devotion extends to those who fear Him and keep His covenant. This means that as we keep His covenant and obey His precepts, we can experience the fullness of His love and devotion, as promised in Jeremiah 31:3 and Ephesians 3:18-19.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can practically keep God's covenant and obey His precepts in my daily life?
- How can I balance the desire to obey God's precepts with the reality of my own weaknesses and failures?
- What role does remembering play in my relationship with God, and how can I cultivate a stronger memory of His commands and promises?
- In what ways do I see God's loving devotion and righteousness at work in my life and the lives of my loved ones?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 103:18
To such as keep his covenant,.... The covenant of grace, which is peculiarly the Lord's covenant, as distinct from man's; and which he keeps himself, and is ever mindful of it.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 103:18
As for man, his days are as grass: as a flower of the field, so he flourisheth.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 103:18
To such as keep his covenant; to them that perform the condition of God’ s covenant, that sincerely love and obey him. Such restrictions are oft added, as in the general to overthrow the presumptuous hopes of ungodly men, so particularly to admonish the Israelites not to rest too much upon the privileges of their parents, or the covenant made with them, nor to expect any benefit by it, but upon condition of their continuance in God’ s covenant. That remember his commandments to do them; that have them much in their thoughts, and practise them in the course of their lives.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 103:18
Psalms 103:18 To such as keep his covenant, and to those that remember his commandments to do them.Ver. 18. To such as keep his covenant] For else they shall know God’ s breach of promise, as it is Numbers 14:3-4. Neither shall it benefit them to have been born of godly parents. To those that remember his commandments] That resolve to do them, though in many things they fail, Qui faciunt praecepta etiamsi non perficiant, that wish well to that which they can never compass, Psalms 119:4-5. If they cannot open the door, yet if they give a pluck at the bolt or a lift of the latch, there is comfort.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 103:18
Verse 18. To such as keep his covenant] The spirit of which was, I will be your GOD; WE will be thy PEOPLE. From the covenant came the commandments, and their obligation to remember and do them; and on such keepers of the covenant, and doers of the commandments, God promises to pour out his mercy through all generations.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 103:18
18. his commandments] R.V. his precepts.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 103:18
To such as keep his covenant - To such as adhere to the arrangements of his covenant, or who are faithful on their part.
Sermons on Psalms 103:18
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Test of Confusion - Part 1 by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher shares a personal testimony of a man who was struggling with addiction to crack cocaine. The man had a vision of his own funeral, which confirmed his f |
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The King Is Coming: Faith 1: Church Life & His Return by Hoseah Wu | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of a man who had been paralyzed for 38 years and was waiting by the pool of Bethesda for healing. The man's heart was directed tow |
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Attributes of God - Immutability, Faithfulness, Wisdom and Love by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the speaker marvels at the complexity and design of the human body, particularly the eyes and the brain. He questions how understanding is placed in the mind of man |
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The Attributes of God - Part 4 by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of worshiping God for his unchangeable character and faithfulness. He highlights the need for believers to bear the family res |
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The Iniquity of the Fathers Visited Upon Their Children. by Edward Payson | Edward Payson preaches on Exodus 34:7, focusing on God's proclamation of His name to Moses, emphasizing His mercy, grace, and justice. Payson explains that God's punishment for the |
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Of the Faithfulness of God. by John Gill | John Gill emphasizes the faithfulness of God as an essential attribute that defines His nature, asserting that without faithfulness, God would not be God. He illustrates this by re |
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The King and His Kingdom by Winkie Pratney | Winkie Pratney preaches about the King of all Kings, emphasizing the fellowship of three Divine Personalities known as the Godhead, who have always existed unmade, distinct yet one |