Psalms 119:155
Psalms 119:155 in Multiple Translations
Salvation is far from the wicked because they do not seek Your statutes.
Salvation is far from the wicked: for they seek not thy statutes.
Salvation is far from the wicked; For they seek not thy statutes.
Salvation is far from evil-doers; for they have made no search for your rules.
Wicked people can't be saved, because they don't care about what you say.
Saluation is farre from the wicked, because they seeke not thy statutes.
Far from the wicked [is] salvation, For Thy statutes they have not sought.
Salvation is far from the wicked, for they don’t seek your statutes.
Salvation is far from the wicked: for they seek not thy statutes.
Wicked people do not obey ◄your statutes/what you have decreed that we should do►, so you will certainly not save them.
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Psalms 119:155 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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רָח֣וֹק
מֵ/רְשָׁעִ֣ים
יְשׁוּעָ֑ה
כִּֽי
חֻ֝קֶּי/ךָ
לֹ֣א
דָרָֽשׁוּ
רָח֣וֹק
râchôwq
H7350
distant
Adj
מֵ/רְשָׁעִ֣ים
râshâʻ
H7563
wicked
Prep | Adj
יְשׁוּעָ֑ה
yᵉshûwʻâh
H3444
salvation
N-fs
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
חֻ֝קֶּי/ךָ
chôq
H2706
statute
N-mp | Suff
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
דָרָֽשׁוּ
dârash
H1875
to seek
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 119:155
רָח֣וֹק
râchôwq
H7350
"distant"
Adj
This Hebrew word means something or someone is far away, either physically or in time. It is often used to describe distant lands or events that happened long ago. In the Bible, it appears in books like Genesis and Psalms.
Definition: adj 1) remote, far, distant, distant lands, distant ones 1a) of distance, time n m 2) distance 2a) from a distance (with prep) Aramaic equivalent: ra.chiq (רְחִיק "far" H7352)
Usage: Occurs in 85 OT verses. KJV: (a-) far (abroad, off), long ago, of old, space, great while to come. See also: Genesis 22:4; Psalms 65:6; Psalms 10:1.
מֵ/רְשָׁעִ֣ים
râshâʻ
H7563
"wicked"
Prep | 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.
יְשׁוּעָ֑ה
yᵉshûwʻâh
H3444
"salvation"
N-fs
Salvation means being saved or delivered from something, like trouble or danger, and can also mean victory or prosperity, as seen in the Bible's promises of God's deliverance.
Definition: 1) salvation, deliverance 1a) welfare, prosperity 1b) deliverance 1c) salvation (by God) 1d) victory
Usage: Occurs in 76 OT verses. KJV: deliverance, health, help(-ing), salvation, save, saving (health), welfare. See also: Genesis 49:18; Psalms 80:3; Psalms 3:3.
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.
חֻ֝קֶּי/ךָ
chôq
H2706
"statute"
N-mp | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means a decree or law given by God, like the Ten Commandments. It appears in books like Exodus and Deuteronomy, guiding the Israelites' actions. This concept is essential to understanding God's expectations.
Definition: : decree 1) statute, ordinance, limit, something prescribed, due 1a) prescribed task 1b) prescribed portion 1c) action prescribed (for oneself), resolve 1d) prescribed due 1e) prescribed limit, boundary 1f) enactment, decree, ordinance 1f1) specific decree 1f2) law in general 1g) enactments, statutes 1g1) conditions 1g2) enactments 1g3) decrees 1g4) civil enactments prescribed by God
Usage: Occurs in 124 OT verses. KJV: appointed, bound, commandment, convenient, custom, decree(-d), due, law, measure, [idiom] necessary, ordinance(-nary), portion, set time, statute, task. See also: Genesis 47:22; Nehemiah 1:7; Psalms 2:7.
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.
דָרָֽשׁוּ
dârash
H1875
"to seek"
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
To seek or ask is the meaning of this Hebrew word, often used to describe seeking God or worshiping him. It can also mean to investigate or enquire about something.
Definition: 1) to resort to, seek, seek with care, enquire, require 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to resort to, frequent (a place), (tread a place) 1a2) to consult, enquire of, seek 1a2a) of God 1a2b) of heathen gods, necromancers 1a3) to seek deity in prayer and worship 1a3a) God 1a3b) heathen deities 1a4) to seek (with a demand), demand, require 1a5) to investigate, enquire 1a6) to ask for, require, demand 1a7) to practice, study, follow, seek with application 1a8) to seek with care, care for 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to allow oneself to be enquired of, consulted (only of God) 1b2) to be sought, be sought out 1b3) to be required (of blood)
Usage: Occurs in 152 OT verses. KJV: ask, [idiom] at all, care for, [idiom] diligently, inquire, make inquisition, (necro-) mancer, question, require, search, seek (for, out), [idiom] surely. See also: Genesis 9:5; Ezra 10:16; Psalms 9:11.
Study Notes — Psalms 119:155
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- Context
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- Psalms 119:155 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 119:155
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 119:155
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 119:155
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 119:155
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 119:155
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 119:155
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 119:155
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 119:155
- Sermons on Psalms 119:155
Context — Your Word Is a Lamp to My Feet
153Look upon my affliction and rescue me, for I have not forgotten Your law.
154Defend my cause and redeem me; revive me according to Your word.
155Salvation is far from the wicked because they do not seek Your statutes.
156Great are Your mercies, O LORD; revive me according to Your ordinances. 157Though my persecutors and foes are many, I have not turned from Your testimonies.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ephesians 2:17–18 | He came and preached peace to you who were far away and peace to those who were near. For through Him we both have access to the Father by one Spirit. |
| 2 | Job 5:4 | His sons are far from safety, crushed in court without a defender. |
| 3 | Romans 3:11 | There is no one who understands, no one who seeks God. |
| 4 | Psalms 18:27 | For You save an afflicted people, but You humble those with haughty eyes. |
| 5 | Proverbs 1:7 | The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline. |
| 6 | Luke 16:24 | So he cried out, ‘Father Abraham, have mercy on me and send Lazarus to dip the tip of his finger in water and cool my tongue. For I am in agony in this fire.’ |
| 7 | Isaiah 57:19 | bringing praise to their lips. Peace, peace to those far and near,” says the LORD, “and I will heal them.” |
| 8 | Isaiah 46:12 | Listen to Me, you stubborn people, far removed from righteousness: |
| 9 | Psalms 10:4 | In his pride the wicked man does not seek Him; in all his schemes there is no God. |
| 10 | Job 21:14–15 | Yet they say to God: ‘Leave us alone! For we have no desire to know Your ways. Who is the Almighty, that we should serve Him, and what would we gain if we pray to Him?’ |
Psalms 119:155 Summary
[Psalms 119:155 teaches us that people who do not follow God's rules and guidelines are not close to experiencing His rescue and salvation. This is because they are not interested in living according to God's word, as seen in John 14:15. However, if we seek God's statutes and live according to His word, like it says in Psalms 119:11, we can experience His salvation and deliverance, as promised in Romans 10:13.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for salvation to be 'far from the wicked' in Psalms 119:155?
This means that those who do not follow God's ways, as described in Psalms 119:155, are not experiencing the rescue and deliverance that comes from a relationship with God, as seen in Psalms 107:20 and Romans 10:13.
Why do the wicked not seek God's statutes?
The wicked may not seek God's statutes because they are not interested in following God's ways, as stated in John 3:19-20, and instead prefer to live life on their own terms, leading to separation from God's salvation, as seen in Isaiah 59:2.
Can the wicked still be saved if they change their ways?
Yes, the Bible teaches that it is never too late for someone to turn to God and seek His salvation, as seen in Luke 15:11-32 and 1 Timothy 1:15, and this is in line with the principles of Psalms 119:155, which emphasizes the importance of seeking God's statutes.
How does this verse relate to my own life and walk with God?
This verse serves as a reminder to regularly examine our own hearts and actions, ensuring we are seeking God's statutes and living according to His word, as encouraged in Psalms 119:11 and Matthew 22:37-40, in order to experience His salvation and rescue in our lives.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I may be neglecting to seek God's statutes, and how can I make a change to align with His will?
- How does my pursuit of God's word and statutes compare to the wicked, who do not seek them, and what can I learn from this contrast?
- In what ways can I demonstrate my desire to follow God's ways, and how will this impact my relationship with Him and my experience of His salvation?
- What promises from Scripture can I hold onto when I feel far from God's salvation, and how can I apply these truths to my life?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 119:155
Salvation [is] far from the wicked,.... Christ, the author of salvation, is far from them: he was far from the unbelieving Jews, even though salvation was of them, and he, the Saviour, was among
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 119:155
Salvation is far from the wicked: for they seek not thy statutes. Salvation is far from the wicked - even as "they are far from thy law" (Psalms 119:150; Job 5:4).
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 119:155
Ver. 155. And therefore, on the contrary, I trust that thou wilt save me because I do seek them. My wicked enemies shall certainly be destroyed, by which means I shall be delivered.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 119:155
Psalms 119:155 Salvation [is] far from the wicked: for they seek not thy statutes.Ver. 155. Salvation is far from the wicked] How can it be otherwise? when as God is neither in their heads, Psalms 10:4, nor hearts, Psalms 14:1, nor words, Psalms 12:4, nor ways, Titus 1:16, can these have part or portion in his salvation? For they seek not] This contempt of God’ s word is a plain proof that no part or piece of God’ s favour belongeth to them.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 119:155
Verse 155. Salvation is far from the wicked] There is no hope of their conversion. For they seek not thy statutes.] And they who do not seek, shall not find.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 119:155
155. seek not] Or, study not. Cp. Psalms 119:45; Psalms 119:94.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 119:155
Salvation is far from the wicked - That is, (a) in their present course: they are very far from being safe, or from having a prospect of salvation; (b) they are constantly going farther and farther
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 119:155
ø, Resh.153-160. Plead my cause—The prayer is here as if the honour of God were involved in the deliverance of those who put their trust in him. The pleading is, for that very reason, the more earnest.
Sermons on Psalms 119:155
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Profiting From the Word 6. the Scriptures and Obedience by A.W. Pink | A.W. Pink emphasizes that true obedience to God is essential for honoring Christ, which goes beyond mere church attendance or financial contributions. He argues that many Christian |
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The Scriptures and Obedience by A.W. Pink | A.W. Pink emphasizes that true obedience to Christ is essential for honoring Him, which goes beyond mere church attendance or financial contributions. He argues that many Christian |
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The Silence of God by Sir Robert Anderson | Sir Robert Anderson preaches about the consequences of challenging God's silence, emphasizing that it signifies the end of grace and mercy and the beginning of divine wrath. He cla |
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How Much Is the Cross Worth? by Arthur Blessitt | Arthur Blessitt preaches about the immeasurable worth of the cross, emphasizing the sacrificial love of Jesus and the profound impact it has on believers. He delves into the signif |
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Shewing That the Messiah Was Promised to Abraham, and What Advantages the Nations of the World Were to Receive by Him. by John Gill | John Gill emphasizes that the Messiah was promised to Abraham, highlighting that through Abraham's seed, all nations would be blessed. He explains that this seed refers specificall |
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Mystical Union Between Christ and His People by Thomas Watson | Thomas Watson preaches about the mystical union between Christ and His people, emphasizing the deep love and connection between Christ and His church. The sermon explores the doctr |
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Homily 6 on Ephesians by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom preaches about the unity and peace brought by Jesus Christ to both Jews and Gentiles, emphasizing that through Him, all believers have access to the Father in one S |