Psalms 119:168
Psalms 119:168 in Multiple Translations
I obey Your precepts and Your testimonies, for all my ways are before You.
I have kept thy precepts and thy testimonies: for all my ways are before thee.
I have observed thy precepts and thy testimonies; For all my ways are before thee. ת TAV.
I have been ruled by your orders; for all my ways are before you. TAU
I keep your commandments and laws because you see everything I do. Taw
I haue kept thy precepts and thy testimonies: for all my wayes are before thee.
I have kept Thy precepts and Thy testimonies, For all my ways are before Thee!
I have obeyed your precepts and your testimonies, for all my ways are before you. TAV
I have kept thy precepts and thy testimonies: for all my ways are before thee.
I obey ◄your principles of behavior/what you have declared that we should do►, and you see everything that I do.
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Psalms 119:168 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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שָׁמַ֣רְתִּי
פִ֭קּוּדֶי/ךָ
וְ/עֵדֹתֶ֑י/ךָ
כִּ֖י
כָל
דְּרָכַ֣/י
נֶגְדֶּֽ/ךָ
שָׁמַ֣רְתִּי
shâmar
H8104
to keep
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
פִ֭קּוּדֶי/ךָ
piqqûwd
H6490
precept
N-mp | Suff
וְ/עֵדֹתֶ֑י/ךָ
ʻêdâh
H5713
witness
Conj | N-fp | Suff
כִּ֖י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
כָל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
דְּרָכַ֣/י
derek
H1870
way
N-cp | Suff
נֶגְדֶּֽ/ךָ
neged
H5048
before
Prep | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 119:168
שָׁמַ֣רְתִּי
shâmar
H8104
"to keep"
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
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.
פִ֭קּוּדֶי/ךָ
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.
וְ/עֵדֹתֶ֑י/ךָ
ʻêdâh
H5713
"witness"
Conj | N-fp | Suff
This word refers to a divine testimony or witness, always in the plural form, and is used to describe God's laws. It appears in books like Exodus and Deuteronomy, emphasizing God's instructions. The word is about God's guidance.
Definition: testimony, witness
Usage: Occurs in 25 OT verses. KJV: testimony, witness. Compare H5712 (עֵדָה). See also: Genesis 21:30; Psalms 119:24; Psalms 25:10.
כִּ֖י
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.
כָל
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
דְּרָכַ֣/י
derek
H1870
"way"
N-cp | Suff
Derek refers to a road or path, and can also mean a way of life or manner of action. It is often used to describe a journey or direction, and can be used figuratively to describe a person's character or moral path.
Definition: : road/route 1) way, road, distance, journey, manner 1a) road, way, path 1b) journey 1c) direction 1d) manner, habit, way 1e) of course of life (fig.) 1f) of moral character (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 626 OT verses. KJV: along, away, because of, [phrase] by, conversation, custom, (east-) ward, journey, manner, passenger, through, toward, (high-) (path-) way(-side), whither(-soever). See also: Genesis 3:24; Deuteronomy 28:29; 1 Kings 15:34.
נֶגְדֶּֽ/ךָ
neged
H5048
"before"
Prep | Suff
Before or in front of something, as in Genesis 18:22 where Abraham stands before the Lord. It describes a position of being face to face or in someone's presence.
Definition: subst 1) what is conspicuous, what is in front of adv 2) in front of, straight forward, before, in sight of 3) in front of oneself, straightforward 4) before your face, in your view or purpose with prep 5) what is in front of, corresponding to 6) in front of, before 7) in the sight or presence of 8) parallel to 9) over, for 10) in front, opposite 11) at a distance prep 12) from the front of, away from 13) from before the eyes of, opposite to, at a distance from 14) from before, in front of 15) as far as the front of Aramaic equivalent: ne.ged (נֶ֫גֶד "before" H5049)
Usage: Occurs in 142 OT verses. KJV: about, (over) against, [idiom] aloof, [idiom] far (off), [idiom] from, over, presence, [idiom] other side, sight, [idiom] to view. See also: Genesis 2:18; Job 10:17; Psalms 10:5.
Study Notes — Psalms 119:168
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- Psalms 119:168 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 119:168
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 119:168
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 119:168
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 119:168
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 119:168
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 119:168
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 119:168
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 119:168
- Sermons on Psalms 119:168
Context — Your Word Is a Lamp to My Feet
166I wait for Your salvation, O LORD, and I carry out Your commandments.
167I obey Your testimonies and love them greatly.
168I obey Your precepts and Your testimonies, for all my ways are before You.
169May my cry come before You, O LORD; give me understanding according to Your word. 170May my plea come before You; rescue me according to Your promise.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Proverbs 5:21 | For a man’s ways are before the eyes of the LORD, and the LORD examines all his paths. |
| 2 | Psalms 139:3 | You search out my path and my lying down; You are aware of all my ways. |
| 3 | Psalms 44:20–21 | If we had forgotten the name of our God or spread out our hands to a foreign god, would not God have discovered, since He knows the secrets of the heart? |
| 4 | Job 34:21 | For His eyes are on the ways of a man, and He sees his every step. |
| 5 | Jeremiah 23:24 | “Can a man hide in secret places where I cannot see him?” declares the LORD. “Do I not fill the heavens and the earth?” declares the LORD. |
| 6 | Revelation 2:23 | Then I will strike her children dead, and all the churches will know that I am the One who searches minds and hearts, and I will repay each of you according to your deeds. |
| 7 | Psalms 98:8 | Let the rivers clap their hands, let the mountains sing together for joy |
| 8 | Hebrews 4:13 | Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight; everything is uncovered and exposed before the eyes of Him to whom we must give account. |
Psalms 119:168 Summary
This verse means that when we follow God's teachings and commands, we're showing that we trust and respect Him. It's like saying, 'God, I know You're always with me and see everything I do, so I'm going to try to obey Your rules and be honest with You.' This is similar to what it says in Proverbs 3:5-6, where it tells us to trust in God and He will guide us. By obeying God's commands, we can show our love for Him and live in a way that pleases Him, as seen in John 14:15.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to obey God's precepts and testimonies?
To obey God's precepts and testimonies means to follow and keep His commands and teachings, as seen in Psalms 119:168, and to trust in His faithfulness, as promised in Deuteronomy 31:6.
How can we be sure that all our ways are before God?
According to Psalms 139:1-3 and Jeremiah 23:24, God is all-knowing and omnipresent, seeing everything we do, and therefore, all our ways are indeed before Him.
What is the relationship between obedience and God's presence in our lives?
As expressed in Psalms 119:168, when we obey God's precepts and testimonies, we acknowledge that He is always with us and sees all our ways, which is a fundamental aspect of our relationship with Him, as also seen in Hebrews 13:5-6.
How can we cultivate a deeper awareness of God's presence in our daily lives?
By regularly reading and meditating on God's Word, as encouraged in Psalms 1:2, and by intentionally seeking to honor Him in all aspects of our lives, we can cultivate a deeper awareness of His presence and guidance, as promised in Proverbs 3:5-6.
Reflection Questions
- What are some specific ways I can demonstrate obedience to God's precepts and testimonies in my own life?
- How does the knowledge that all my ways are before God impact my daily decisions and actions?
- What are some areas of my life where I struggle to obey God's commands, and how can I seek His help and guidance in those areas?
- In what ways can I express my love and gratitude to God for His presence and guidance in my life?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 119:168
I have kept thy precepts and thy testimonies,.... Both the preceptive and doctrinal part of the word, he preserved and observed both; this is repeated for the certainty of it, and to show his great
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 119:168
My soul hath kept thy testimonies; and I love them exceedingly. My soul hath kept thy testimonies ... for all my ways are before thee - they are all known to thee, and thou wilt recompense me accordingly.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 119:168
Ver. 168. For, or because, all my ways are before thee. This is added either, 1. As the reason or motive of his obedience, which was the consideration of God’ s omniscience, and his desire to approve himself and his ways to God; or, 2. As a proof and evidence of it. Whereas this and all his former professions of his piety were charged by his enemies with deep hypocrisy, and might seem to savour of pride and vainglory, here in the close of them he makes a solemn appeal to that God who knew his heart and all his ways, and whether these things were not true and real; which if they were not, he tacitly imprecates God’ s judgment upon himself.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 119:168
Psalms 119:168 I have kept thy precepts and thy testimonies: for all my ways [are] before thee.Ver. 168. I have kept thy precepts] All thy laws are in my sight; like as all my ways are in thy sight. I desire to approve myself to thee in the discharge of every part and point of my duty; in all my ways I acknowledge thee, Proverbs 3:6. Here note, that all along this 21st octonary the psalmist propoundeth himself for a pattern of piety.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 119:168
Verse 168. For all my ways are before thee.] Thou knowest that I do not lie; thy eye has been upon my heart and my conduct, and thou knowest that I have endeavoured to walk before thee with a perfect heart. ANALYSIS OF LETTER SCHIN. - Twenty-first Division In this section the psalmist shows: - I His love to God; and II. The ardour and perfection of that love. I. The first sign of his love was, that it stood in the midst of persecution. 1. "Princes have persecuted." 2. But "without a cause," though they pretended many. 3. "But my heart standeth in awe." My love and confidence have due respect to thy infinite justice and immaculate purity. The second sign of his love is the joy and delight he took in God's law; it was greater than a conqueror could feel at the fortunate issue of a battle, and the spoils of the vanquished, howsover rich or immense.
The third sign was his hatred to all iniquity: "I hate and abhor lying." The fourth sign was his fervour and earnestness in - devotion: "Seven times," c. The fifth sign was the satisfaction he took in the welfare of others. 1. "Great peace have they which love thy law." 2. "Nothing shall offend them." They go on their way rejoicing and they that love God rejoice with them that do rejoice. II. He shows the perfection of his love, - 1. By his hope and confidence: "Lord, I have hoped," c. 2. By his obedience: "And done thy commandments." 3. By keeping God's testimonies with all his soul. And this he repeats. 1.
"I have kept thy precepts and thy testimonies." 2. I have done this through the purest motives, as thou knowest: "For all my ways are before thee." Whatever he did he did in God's sight for he well knew that the eye of the Lord was constantly upon him. For other particulars see the preceding notes.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 119:168
168. With the courage of a good conscience he appeals to God’s omniscience in proof of the sincerity of his purpose. before thee] Cp. for the phrase Psalms 38:9, and for the thought, Hebrews 4:13.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 119:168
I have kept thy precepts and thy testimonies - This is an appeal which is several times made in the psalm; not with boasting, but as indicating the tenor and purpose of his life. Every man ought to be able to make such an appeal.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 119:168
ùׁ, Shin.161-168. Princes have persecuted me—Persecutions still return, yet “the joy of the Lord” is his strength.
Sermons on Psalms 119:168
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His Window in All Our Hearts by Thomas Brooks | Thomas Brooks emphasizes the profound impact of God's omniscient presence on our lives, illustrating how awareness of God's watchful eye can elevate our pursuit of holiness. He dra |
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America Is Finished, unless... by Pierre Bynum | Pierre Bynum preaches about the impending judgment on America due to its sins and departure from God, emphasizing the need for national repentance and a God-sent Awakening to avert |
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The Eyes of the Lord by Thomas Brooks | Thomas Brooks emphasizes the omnipresence and omniscience of God, illustrating that nothing escapes His sight. He describes God as attentive to every aspect of our lives, from our |
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Two Infamous Strumpets by Thomas Brooks | Thomas Brooks emphasizes the omnipresence and omniscience of God, asserting that no sin, whether secret or open, can escape His watchful eye. He illustrates that even the most hidd |
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Letter 196. by James Bourne | James Bourne shares about his spiritual journey, expressing gratitude for the guidance of the Lord in his recent experiences. Through prayer and reflection on God's word, he found |
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Epistle 340 by George Fox | George Fox addresses the community in New Jersey, urging them to remain in the fear of God and to keep the Lord at the forefront of their lives and actions. He emphasizes the impor |
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The Jesus Family in Communist China - Part 3 by Dr. D. Vaughan Rees | Dr. D. Vaughan Rees preaches about how the Ye-su Chia-ting Christians were prepared for the Communist rule, showcasing Divine guidance in their lives and how they unknowingly antic |