Psalms 119:110
Psalms 119:110 in Multiple Translations
The wicked have set a snare for me, but I have not strayed from Your precepts.
The wicked have laid a snare for me: yet I erred not from thy precepts.
The wicked have laid a snare for me; Yet have I not gone astray from thy precepts.
Sinners have put a net to take me; but I was true to your orders.
Wicked people have set a trap for me, but I will not stray from your commandments.
The wicked haue layed a snare for mee: but I swarued not from thy precepts.
The wicked have laid a snare for me, And from thy precepts I wandered not.
The wicked have laid a snare for me, yet I haven’t gone astray from your precepts.
The wicked have laid a snare for me: yet I erred not from thy precepts.
Wicked people have tried to seize me like a hunter tries to catch an animal with a trap [MET], but I have not disobeyed ◄your principles of behavior/what you declared that we should do►.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 119:110
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Psalms 119:110 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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נָתְנ֬וּ
רְשָׁעִ֣ים
פַּ֣ח
לִ֑/י
וּ֝/מִ/פִּקּוּדֶ֗י/ךָ
לֹ֣א
תָעִֽיתִי
נָתְנ֬וּ
nâthan
H5414
to give
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
רְשָׁעִ֣ים
râshâʻ
H7563
wicked
Adj
פַּ֣ח
pach
H6341
snare
N-ms
לִ֑/י
Prep | Suff
וּ֝/מִ/פִּקּוּדֶ֗י/ךָ
piqqûwd
H6490
precept
Conj | Prep | N-mp | Suff
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
תָעִֽיתִי
tâʻâh
H8582
to go astray
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 119:110
נָתְנ֬וּ
nâthan
H5414
"to give"
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
This word means to give, put, or set something, with a wide range of applications. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, describing God's actions and human interactions. The word is used to convey giving, selling, or exchanging something.
Definition: : give/deliver/send/produce 1) to give, put, set 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to give, bestow, grant, permit, ascribe, employ, devote, consecrate, dedicate, pay wages, sell, exchange, lend, commit, entrust, give over, deliver up, yield produce, occasion, produce, requite to, report, mention, utter, stretch out, extend 1a2) to put, set, put on, put upon, set, appoint, assign, designate 1a3) to make, constitute 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be given, be bestowed, be provided, be entrusted to, be granted to, be permitted, be issued, be published, be uttered, be assigned 1b2) to be set, be put, be made, be inflicted 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be given, be bestowed, be given up, be delivered up 1c2) to be put upon
Usage: Occurs in 1816 OT verses. KJV: add, apply, appoint, ascribe, assign, [idiom] avenge, [idiom] be (healed), bestow, bring (forth, hither), cast, cause, charge, come, commit, consider, count, [phrase] cry, deliver (up), direct, distribute, do, [idiom] doubtless, [idiom] without fail, fasten, frame, [idiom] get, give (forth, over, up), grant, hang (up), [idiom] have, [idiom] indeed, lay (unto charge, up), (give) leave, lend, let (out), [phrase] lie, lift up, make, [phrase] O that, occupy, offer, ordain, pay, perform, place, pour, print, [idiom] pull, put (forth), recompense, render, requite, restore, send (out), set (forth), shew, shoot forth (up), [phrase] sing, [phrase] slander, strike, (sub-) mit, suffer, [idiom] surely, [idiom] take, thrust, trade, turn, utter, [phrase] weep, [phrase] willingly, [phrase] withdraw, [phrase] would (to) God, yield. See also: Genesis 1:17; Genesis 40:21; Exodus 30:12.
רְשָׁעִ֣ים
râshâʻ
H7563
"wicked"
Adj
This word describes someone who is morally wrong, a bad person who is guilty of crime or sin against God or others. It is used to describe the wicked in biblical stories, such as in the book of Genesis.
Definition: 1) wicked, criminal 1a) guilty one, one guilty of crime (subst) 1b) wicked (hostile to God) 1c) wicked, guilty of sin (against God or man)
Usage: Occurs in 248 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] condemned, guilty, ungodly, wicked (man), that did wrong. See also: Genesis 18:23; Psalms 101:8; Psalms 1:1.
פַּ֣ח
pach
H6341
"snare"
N-ms
This word refers to a thin, flat piece of metal, like a plate. It can also describe a net used for catching animals, spread out like a thin sheet of metal.
Definition: 1) bird trap, trap, snare 1a) bird trap (literal) 1b) of calamities, plots, source or agent of calamity (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 25 OT verses. KJV: gin, (thin) plate, snare. See also: Exodus 39:3; Psalms 142:4; Psalms 11:6.
לִ֑/י
""
Prep | Suff
וּ֝/מִ/פִּקּוּדֶ֗י/ךָ
piqqûwd
H6490
"precept"
Conj | Prep | 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.
לֹ֣א
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.
תָעִֽיתִי
tâʻâh
H8582
"to go astray"
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
This word means to go astray or wander, and can be used physically or morally. It can also mean to cause someone to err or stumble.
Definition: 1) to err, wander, go astray, stagger 1a) (Qal) to err 1a1) to wander about (physically) 1a2) of intoxication 1a3) of sin (ethically) 1a4) wandering (of the mind) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be made to wander about, be made to stagger (drunkard) 1b2) to be led astray (ethically) 1c) (Hiphil) to cause to wander 1c1) to cause to wander about (physically) 1c2) to cause to wander (of intoxication) 1c3) to cause to err, mislead (mentally and morally)
Usage: Occurs in 45 OT verses. KJV: (cause to) go astray, deceive, dissemble, (cause to, make to) err, pant, seduce, (make to) stagger, (cause to) wander, be out of the way. See also: Genesis 20:13; Isaiah 9:15; Psalms 58:4.
Study Notes — Psalms 119:110
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- Context
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- Psalms 119:110 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 119:110
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 119:110
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 119:110
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 119:110
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 119:110
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 119:110
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 119:110
- Sermons on Psalms 119:110
Context — Your Word Is a Lamp to My Feet
108Accept the freewill offerings of my mouth, O LORD, and teach me Your judgments.
109I constantly take my life in my hands, yet I do not forget Your law.
110The wicked have set a snare for me, but I have not strayed from Your precepts.
111Your testimonies are my heritage forever, for they are the joy of my heart. 112I have inclined my heart to perform Your statutes, even to the very end.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 140:5 | The proud hide a snare for me; the cords of their net are spread along the path, and lures are set out for me. Selah |
| 2 | Psalms 141:9 | Keep me from the snares they have laid for me, and from the lures of evildoers. |
| 3 | Psalms 119:95 | The wicked wait to destroy me, but I will ponder Your testimonies. |
| 4 | Psalms 119:10 | With all my heart I have sought You; do not let me stray from Your commandments. |
| 5 | Psalms 119:85 | The arrogant have dug pits for me in violation of Your law. |
| 6 | Jeremiah 18:22 | Let a cry be heard from their houses when You suddenly bring raiders against them, for they have dug a pit to capture me and have hidden snares for my feet. |
| 7 | Psalms 10:8–18 | He lies in wait near the villages; in ambush he slays the innocent; his eyes watch in stealth for the helpless. He lies in wait like a lion in a thicket; he lurks to seize the oppressed; he catches the lowly in his net. They are crushed and beaten down; the hapless fall prey to his strength. He says to himself, “God has forgotten; He hides His face and never sees.” Arise, O LORD! Lift up Your hand, O God! Do not forget the helpless. Why has the wicked man renounced God? He says to himself, “You will never call me to account.” But You have regarded trouble and grief; You see to repay it by Your hand. The victim entrusts himself to You; You are the helper of the fatherless. Break the arm of the wicked and evildoer; call him to account for his wickedness until none is left to be found. The LORD is King forever and ever; the nations perish from His land. You have heard, O LORD, the desire of the humble; You will strengthen their hearts. You will incline Your ear, to vindicate the fatherless and oppressed, that the men of the earth may strike terror no more. |
| 8 | Psalms 124:6–7 | Blessed be the LORD, who has not given us as prey to their teeth. We have escaped like a bird from the snare of the fowler; the net is torn, and we have slipped away. |
| 9 | Psalms 119:87 | They almost wiped me from the earth, but I have not forsaken Your precepts. |
| 10 | Daniel 6:10 | Now when Daniel learned that the document had been signed, he went into his house, where the windows of his upper room opened toward Jerusalem, and three times a day he got down on his knees, prayed, and gave thanks to his God, just as he had done before. |
Psalms 119:110 Summary
[This verse means that even when bad people try to trick or tempt us, we can choose to stay true to God's teachings and not give in. The psalmist is saying that he has not strayed from God's precepts, even though the wicked have set a snare for him. This is like what Jesus said in Matthew 22:37-40, where He teaches us to love God with all our heart, soul, and mind. By staying focused on God's Word and seeking His guidance, we can avoid the traps of the wicked and stay on the right path, just like the psalmist did.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to have a snare set for me?
A snare in Psalms 119:110 refers to a trap or a scheme set by the wicked to lead the believer astray, as seen in Psalms 140:5, where David cries out to God for protection from the snares of the wicked.
How can I avoid straying from God's precepts like the psalmist?
To avoid straying from God's precepts, we must constantly seek God's teachings and judgments, as the psalmist does in Psalms 119:108, and remember God's law, as mentioned in Psalms 119:109, even in the face of danger or temptation.
What is the significance of not straying from God's precepts?
Not straying from God's precepts demonstrates obedience and faithfulness to God, which is a key aspect of the Christian walk, as emphasized in Matthew 22:37-40, where Jesus teaches that loving God with all our heart, soul, and mind is the greatest commandment.
How does this verse relate to my everyday life?
This verse relates to our everyday life by reminding us that we are constantly faced with choices and temptations that can lead us away from God's path, but by staying rooted in God's Word and seeking His guidance, we can avoid the snares of the wicked and remain faithful to Him, as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6.
Reflection Questions
- What are some snares or temptations that I face in my life, and how can I seek God's protection and guidance to avoid them?
- In what ways can I demonstrate my commitment to following God's precepts, even when it's difficult or unpopular?
- How does remembering God's law and teachings help me to stay on the right path, and what are some practical ways I can incorporate Scripture into my daily life?
- What are some areas where I may be straying from God's precepts, and what steps can I take to realign myself with His will?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 119:110
The wicked have laid a snare for me,.... To draw him into sin, and so into mischief; and even to take away his life, as they are said to dig pits for him, Psalms 119:85; yet I erred not from thy
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 119:110
The wicked have laid a snare for me: yet I erred not from thy precepts. The wicked have laid a snare for me: yet I erred not from thy precepts - a commentary on Psalms 119:109.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 119:110
Psalms 119:110 The wicked have laid a snare for me: yet I erred not from thy precepts.Ver. 110. The wicked have laid a snare for me] Such as, rather than their lives, would have had mine; such as sought and fain would have sucked my blood. Yet I erred not from thy preeepts] I held the king’ s highway, and leaped not over the hedge to avoid a piece of foul way.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 119:110
Verse 110. The wicked have laid a snare] Thus their lives were continually exposed to danger.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 119:110
110. An explanation of the preceding verse. His life is threatened by enemies, apparently because of his devotion to the law, but no dangers or persecutions tempt him to indifference or apostasy. Cp. Psalms 119:85-87. yet I erred not] Yet went I not astray, as Psalms 119:176.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 119:110
The wicked have laid a snare for me - As men do to take wild beasts or birds. See the notes at Psalms 119:85. Compare Job 18:8, note; Job 18:10, note; Psalms 9:15, note; Psalms 69:22, note. See also Psalms 119:61, Psalms 119:69.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 119:110
ð, Nun.105-112. Thy word is a lamp—The writer comes to an experience like that of a traveller by night on a dangerous road.
Sermons on Psalms 119:110
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An Epistle on Good Order. by John Banks | In this sermon on deception, the preacher delves into the Greek word 'planao' meaning 'to wander astray', emphasizing how various influences like false teachers, signs, and even on |
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The Proud Have Hid a Snare by Bob Jones Sr. | In this sermon, Dr. Bob Jones Sr. emphasizes the importance of being aware of the enemies we face when following God's path. He highlights the need to rely on the Bible for guidanc |
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Beware of a Satanic Set-Up by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher begins by emphasizing the urgency of the times, stating that the night is far spent and the day is at hand. He urges the listeners to cast off the work |
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Reviving the Righteous Root of Anabaptism by Denny Kenaston | In this sermon, the preacher reflects on the state of the church and compares it to a vineyard that has been destroyed. He emphasizes the need for revival and the possibility of Go |
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To the Elect Lady by Bob Bruton | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of not just talking about our faith, but also living it out in our actions. He refers to the commandment to walk in truth, whi |
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Psalm 119:10 by Brent Yim | Brent Yim delves into Psalm 119:10, where the psalmist passionately seeks God with his whole heart but acknowledges the struggle of wandering from God's commandments. The psalmist' |
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Meditation May 11, 1661 by Anne Bradstreet | Anne Bradstreet reflects on her recent illness, acknowledging God's faithfulness in sustaining her through sickness and delivering her from adversity. She expresses her desire to s |