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Psalms 119:131

Verse

Berean Standard Bible

I open my mouth and pant, longing for Your commandments.

American Standard Version (1901)

I opened wide my mouth, and panted; For I longed for thy commandments.

Bible in Basic English

My mouth was open wide, waiting with great desire for your teachings.

Free Bible Version

With keen desire I long for what you have to say.

Geneva Bible 1599

I opened my mouth and panted, because I loued thy commandements.

King James (Authorized) Version

I opened my mouth, and panted: for I longed for thy commandments.

One Unity Resource Bible

I opened my mouth wide and panted, for I longed for your mitzvot ·instructions·.

Translation for Translators

I eagerly desire to know ◄your commands/what you have commanded►, like [SIM] a dog that pants with its mouth open wanting to be fed.

Unlocked Literal Bible

I open my mouth and pant, for I long for your commandments.

Noah Webster Bible

I opened my mouth, and panted: for I longed for thy commandments.

World English Bible

I opened my mouth wide and panted, for I longed for your commandments.

Young's Literal Translation

My mouth I have opened, yea, I pant, For, for Thy commands I have longed.

Context

Your Word Is a Lamp to My Feet

¹³⁰The unfolding of Your words gives light; it informs the simple. ¹³¹I open my mouth and pant, longing for Your commandments. ¹³²Turn to me and show me mercy, as You do to those who love Your name.

Summary

This verse expresses a deep longing for God's commandments and righteousness to be revealed. It reflects a sincere desire to understand and follow God's ways, seeking His guidance and wisdom. The psalmist acknowledges the importance of God's teachings in bringing light and understanding to their life, showing a heart that is open and receptive to God's truth. It conveys a humility and dependence on God's word for direction and purpose, emphasizing the value of living in accordance with His will.

Commentary

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
John Gill
Matthew Henry

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary

An ardent desire (compare Psa 56:1-2) for spiritual enlightening, establishment in a right course, deliverance from the wicked, and evidence of God's favor is expressed I opened my mouth, and panted--as a traveller in a hot desert pants for the cooling breeze (Psa 63:1; Psa 84:2).

Psalms 119:131

Your Word Is a Lamp to My Feet

¹³⁰The unfolding of Your words gives light; it informs the simple. ¹³¹I open my mouth and pant, longing for Your commandments. ¹³²Turn to me and show me mercy, as You do to those who love Your name.

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Berean Standard Bible

I open my mouth and pant, longing for Your commandments.

American Standard Version (1901)

I opened wide my mouth, and panted; For I longed for thy commandments.

Bible in Basic English

My mouth was open wide, waiting with great desire for your teachings.

Free Bible Version

With keen desire I long for what you have to say.

Geneva Bible 1599

I opened my mouth and panted, because I loued thy commandements.

King James (Authorized) Version

I opened my mouth, and panted: for I longed for thy commandments.

One Unity Resource Bible

I opened my mouth wide and panted, for I longed for your mitzvot ·instructions·.

Translation for Translators

I eagerly desire to know ◄your commands/what you have commanded►, like [SIM] a dog that pants with its mouth open wanting to be fed.

Unlocked Literal Bible

I open my mouth and pant, for I long for your commandments.

Noah Webster Bible

I opened my mouth, and panted: for I longed for thy commandments.

World English Bible

I opened my mouth wide and panted, for I longed for your commandments.

Young's Literal Translation

My mouth I have opened, yea, I pant, For, for Thy commands I have longed.