Psalms 119:102
Psalms 119:102 in Multiple Translations
I have not departed from Your ordinances, for You Yourself have taught me.
I have not departed from thy judgments: for thou hast taught me.
I have not turned aside from thine ordinances; For thou hast taught me.
My heart has not been turned away from your decisions; for you have been my teacher.
I have not disregarded your instructions because you yourself taught me what to do.
I haue not declined from thy iudgements: for thou didest teach me.
From Thy judgments I turned not aside, For Thou — Thou hast directed me.
I have not turned away from your ordinances, for you have taught me.
I have not departed from thy judgments: for thou hast taught me.
I have not ◄turned away from/quit► obeying ◄your regulations/the rules that you have given to us►, because you have taught me while I have studied them.
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Psalms 119:102 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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מִ/מִּשְׁפָּטֶ֥י/ךָ
לֹא
סָ֑רְתִּי
כִּֽי
אַ֝תָּ֗ה
הוֹרֵתָֽ/נִי
מִ/מִּשְׁפָּטֶ֥י/ךָ
mishpâṭ
H4941
justice
Prep | N-mp | Suff
לֹא
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
סָ֑רְתִּי
çûwr
H5493
to turn aside
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
אַ֝תָּ֗ה
ʼattâh
H859
you(m.s.)
Pron
הוֹרֵתָֽ/נִי
yârâh
H3384
to shoot
V-Hiphil-Perf-2ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 119:102
מִ/מִּשְׁפָּטֶ֥י/ךָ
mishpâṭ
H4941
"justice"
Prep | N-mp | Suff
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.
לֹא
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
סָ֑רְתִּי
çûwr
H5493
"to turn aside"
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
To turn aside or remove is the meaning of this verb, used in various forms throughout the Bible. It can mean to depart, avoid, or put something away, and is often used in the context of turning away from sin or wrongdoing, as seen in the actions of prophets and leaders in the Old Testament.
Definition: : remove 1) to turn aside, depart 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to turn aside, turn in unto 1a2) to depart, depart from way, avoid 1a3) to be removed 1a4) to come to an end 1b) (Polel) to turn aside 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to turn aside, cause to depart, remove, take away, put away, depose 1c2) to put aside, leave undone, retract, reject, abolish 1d) (Hophal) to be taken away, be removed
Usage: Occurs in 284 OT verses. KJV: be(-head), bring, call back, decline, depart, eschew, get (you), go (aside), [idiom] grievous, lay away (by), leave undone, be past, pluck away, put (away, down), rebel, remove (to and fro), revolt, [idiom] be sour, take (away, off), turn (aside, away, in), withdraw, be without. See also: Genesis 8:13; 2 Samuel 6:10; Psalms 6:9.
כִּֽי
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.
אַ֝תָּ֗ה
ʼattâh
H859
"you(m.s.)"
Pron
You is the translation of a Hebrew word used to address someone directly, like when God says you to someone in the Bible. It can be singular or plural, and is often translated as thee, thou, or ye.
Definition: you (second pers. sing. masc.)
Usage: Occurs in 997 OT verses. KJV: thee, thou, ye, you. See also: Genesis 3:11; Exodus 23:9; Deuteronomy 14:1.
הוֹרֵתָֽ/נִי
yârâh
H3384
"to shoot"
V-Hiphil-Perf-2ms | Suff
To show or teach something, like pointing it out or shooting an arrow. It is used in Psalms and Proverbs to describe instructing or directing others.
Definition: 1) to shoot, pour 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to shoot arrows 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to shoot at 1b2) part. shooter, archer 1c) to throw water, rain
Usage: Occurs in 75 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase]) archer, cast, direct, inform, instruct, lay, shew, shoot, teach(-er,-ing), through. See also: Genesis 31:51; Job 8:10; Psalms 11:2.
Study Notes — Psalms 119:102
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- Psalms 119:102 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 119:102
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 119:102
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 119:102
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 119:102
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 119:102
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 119:102
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 119:102
- Sermons on Psalms 119:102
Context — Your Word Is a Lamp to My Feet
100I discern more than the elders, for I obey Your precepts.
101I have kept my feet from every evil path, that I may keep Your word.
102I have not departed from Your ordinances, for You Yourself have taught me.
103How sweet are Your words to my taste— sweeter than honey in my mouth! 104I gain understanding from Your precepts; therefore I hate every false way.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 18:21 | For I have kept the ways of the LORD and have not wickedly departed from my God. |
| 2 | 1 John 2:27 | And as for you, the anointing you received from Him remains in you, and you do not need anyone to teach you. But just as His true and genuine anointing teaches you about all things, so remain in Him as you have been taught. |
| 3 | 1 Thessalonians 2:13 | And we continually thank God because, when you received the word of God that you heard from us, you accepted it not as the word of men, but as the true word of God—the word which is now at work in you who believe. |
| 4 | Proverbs 5:7 | So now, my sons, listen to me, and do not turn aside from the words of my mouth. |
| 5 | 1 John 2:19 | They went out from us, but they did not belong to us. For if they had belonged to us, they would have remained with us. But their departure made it clear that none of them belonged to us. |
| 6 | Jeremiah 32:40 | I will make an everlasting covenant with them: I will never turn away from doing good to them, and I will put My fear in their hearts, so that they will never turn away from Me. |
| 7 | Ephesians 4:20–24 | But this is not the way you came to know Christ. Surely you heard of Him and were taught in Him—in keeping with the truth that is in Jesus— to put off your former way of life, your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; to be renewed in the spirit of your minds; and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness. |
Psalms 119:102 Summary
[This verse means that when we follow God's teachings, we are actually obeying Him because He has personally taught us. It's like having a personal teacher who guides us in the right path, as mentioned in Psalms 32:8 where it says God will teach us in the way we should go. By staying committed to God's ordinances, we can experience a deeper relationship with Him and live a life that honors Him, as seen in Psalms 119:1-2 where it says blessed are those who walk in the law of the Lord.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to not depart from God's ordinances?
Not departing from God's ordinances means to remain faithful and obedient to His commands and teachings, as seen in Psalms 119:102, and this is only possible when we allow God to teach us, as stated in the same verse, and also in Jeremiah 31:33 where God writes His laws on our hearts.
How can we be sure we are following God's ordinances?
We can be sure we are following God's ordinances by reading and studying the Bible, and by allowing the Holy Spirit to guide us, as mentioned in John 16:13, and also in Psalms 119:105 where it says God's word is a lamp to our feet.
What is the significance of God teaching us Himself?
The significance of God teaching us Himself, as mentioned in Psalms 119:102, is that it emphasizes the personal and intimate relationship we have with God, where He guides and instructs us directly, as also seen in Isaiah 54:13 where it says all our children will be taught by the Lord.
How does this verse relate to our everyday lives?
This verse relates to our everyday lives by reminding us to stay committed to God's teachings and commands, even in the midst of challenges and temptations, and to trust in His guidance and instruction, as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6 where it says to trust in the Lord with all our heart.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I may be departing from God's ordinances, and how can I realign myself with His teachings?
- How has God personally taught me and guided me in my life, and what are some lessons I have learned from Him?
- What are some specific ordinances or commands from God that I need to obey and follow in my life right now, and how can I be faithful to them?
- In what ways can I apply the principle of not departing from God's ordinances in my relationships, work, and daily decisions?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 119:102
I have not departed from thy judgments,.... From the precepts of the word, from the ways and worship and ordinances of God; he had not wickedly and on purpose departed from them; whenever he did, it
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 119:102
I have not departed from thy judgments: for thou hast taught me.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 119:102
Ver. 102. To wit, by thy blessed Spirit, illuminating my mind, and working upon my heart, which other teachers cannot do.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 119:102
Psalms 119:102 I have not departed from thy judgments: for thou hast taught me.Ver. 102. I have not departed from thy judyments] i.e. From thy law, which is called judgments, because God will thereby judge the world. For thou hast taught me] sc. To cleave close unto them with full purpose of heart; and not to be drawn aside by any either allurement or fright.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 119:102
102. From thy judgements have I not turned aside; For thou thyself hast instructed me. God Himself has been his teacher, not men: therefore he has been enabled to keep in the path of right. Cp. Psalms 86:11.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 119:102
I have not departed from thy judgments - Thy law; thy commands. This cannot mean that he had never done this, but that as a great rule of life he had not done it.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 119:102
î, Mem.97-104. Thy law… is my meditation—A view is now given of the practical wisdom given by the word. A childlike mind, illuminated by the pure truth, sees of itself an error.
Sermons on Psalms 119:102
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How to Study Your Bible - Part 2 by Kay Arthur | In this video, Kay Arthur presents part two of her sermon on how to study the Bible. She emphasizes the importance of studying the word of God and teaches the audience how to conne |
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(Titus - Part 19): The Grace of God I by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the inability of the human race to rise to the teachings of great teachers and religions due to the inherent bad nature of human beings. How |
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(1 John #16) Undergirding the Faith of the God-Fearing by J. Glyn Owen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of holding onto the truth of God's word and not being swayed by false teachings or novel ideas. He encourages the early Christ |
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(Exodus) Exodus 30:22-27 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the concept of anointing as mentioned in 1st John 2:20. The anointing referred to here is the Holy Spirit, which enables believers to underst |
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Total Dependence Upon God by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of total dependence on God, highlighting the need for discernment, humility, and faith. It discusses the dangers of relying on human wisdom, t |
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Eternal Values - Demonstrating Heaven's Values by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of aligning our values with those of heaven, particularly in relation to money. He highlights the need to fight the good fight |
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Sanctification: 1. a Pure Spirit by Zac Poonen | Zac Poonen emphasizes the significance of sanctification, particularly the need for a pure spirit in our relationship with God. He highlights that true worship must come from the s |