Psalms 119:31
Psalms 119:31 in Multiple Translations
I cling to Your testimonies, O LORD; let me not be put to shame.
I have stuck unto thy testimonies: O LORD, put me not to shame.
I cleave unto thy testimonies: O Jehovah, put me not to shame.
I have been true to your unchanging word; O Lord, do not put me to shame.
I hold on to your teachings, Lord. Don't let me be ridiculed.
I haue cleaued to thy testimonies, O Lord: confound me not.
I have adhered to Thy testimonies, O Jehovah, put me not to shame.
I cling to your statutes, LORD. Don’t let me be disappointed.
I have adhered to thy testimonies: O LORD, put me not to shame.
Yahweh, I try to carefully hold fast to what you have instructed us to do; do not abandon me, with the result that I would become disgraced.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 119:31
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Psalms 119:31 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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דָּבַ֥קְתִּי
בְ/עֵֽדְוֺתֶ֑י/ךָ
יְ֝הוָ֗ה
אַל
תְּבִישֵֽׁ/נִי
דָּבַ֥קְתִּי
dâbaq
H1692
to cleave
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
בְ/עֵֽדְוֺתֶ֑י/ךָ
ʻêdûwth
H5715
testimony
Prep | N-fp | Suff
יְ֝הוָ֗ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
אַל
ʼal
H408
not
Part
תְּבִישֵֽׁ/נִי
bûwsh
H954
be ashamed
V-Hiphil-Juss-2ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 119:31
דָּבַ֥קְתִּי
dâbaq
H1692
"to cleave"
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
To cleave means to cling or stick to something, like pursuing something closely. It's used in the Bible to describe following God or others.
Definition: 1) to cling, stick, stay close, cleave, keep close, stick to, stick with, follow closely, join to, overtake, catch 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to cling, cleave to 1a2) to stay with 1b) (Pual) to be joined together 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to cleave to 1c2) to pursue closely 1c3) to overtake 1d) (Hophal) to be made to cleave Aramaic equivalent: de.vaq (דְּבֵק "to cleave" H1693)
Usage: Occurs in 52 OT verses. KJV: abide fast, cleave (fast together), follow close (hard after), be joined (together), keep (fast), overtake, pursue hard, stick, take. See also: Genesis 2:24; 2 Samuel 20:2; Psalms 22:16.
בְ/עֵֽדְוֺתֶ֑י/ךָ
ʻêdûwth
H5715
"testimony"
Prep | N-fp | Suff
This word means a testimony or witness, often referring to God's laws or instructions. It is used in several books, including Exodus and Deuteronomy, to describe God's guidance. The word emphasizes the importance of following God's laws.
Definition: testimony
Usage: Occurs in 57 OT verses. KJV: testimony, witness. See also: Exodus 16:34; Numbers 17:19; Psalms 19:8.
יְ֝הוָ֗ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
אַל
ʼal
H408
"not"
Part
Means not or nothing, used to express negation, as in the phrase do not or let not be.
Definition: 1) not, no, nor, neither, nothing (as wish or preference) 1a) do not, let not (with a verb) 1b) let there not be (with a verb understood) 1c) not, no (with substantive) 1d) nothing (as substantive) Aramaic equivalent: al (אַל "not" H0409)
Usage: Occurs in 572 OT verses. KJV: nay, neither, [phrase] never, no, nor, not, nothing (worth), rather than. See also: Genesis 13:8; Joshua 11:6; 1 Chronicles 22:13.
תְּבִישֵֽׁ/נִי
bûwsh
H954
"be ashamed"
V-Hiphil-Juss-2ms | Suff
To be ashamed is what this Hebrew word means, implying a feeling of guilt or disappointment. It is used to describe someone who is disconcerted or delayed, like in the story of Adam and Eve. Shame is a strong emotion.
Definition: 1) to put to shame, be ashamed, be disconcerted, be disappointed 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to feel shame 1a2) to be ashamed, disconcerted, disappointed (by reason of) 1b) (Piel) to delay (in shame) 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to put to shame 1c2) to act shamefully 1c3) to be ashamed 1d) (Hithpolel) to be ashamed before one another
Usage: Occurs in 105 OT verses. KJV: (be, make, bring to, cause, put to, with, a-) shamed(-d), be (put to) confounded(-fusion), become dry, delay, be long. See also: Genesis 2:25; Isaiah 24:23; Psalms 6:11.
Study Notes — Psalms 119:31
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- Context
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- Psalms 119:31 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 119:31
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 119:31
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 119:31
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 119:31
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 119:31
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 119:31
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 119:31
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 119:31
- Sermons on Psalms 119:31
Context — Your Word Is a Lamp to My Feet
29Remove me from the path of deceit and graciously grant me Your law.
30I have chosen the way of truth; I have set Your ordinances before me.
31I cling to Your testimonies, O LORD; let me not be put to shame.
32I run in the path of Your commandments, for You will enlarge my heart. 33Teach me, O LORD, the way of Your statutes, and I will keep them to the end.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Romans 5:5 | And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out His love into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, whom He has given us. |
| 2 | John 8:31 | So He said to the Jews who had believed Him, “If you continue in My word, you are truly My disciples. |
| 3 | Proverbs 23:23 | Invest in truth and never sell it— in wisdom and instruction and understanding. |
| 4 | Acts 11:23 | When he arrived and saw the grace of God, he rejoiced and encouraged them all to abide in the Lord with all their hearts. |
| 5 | Isaiah 45:17 | But Israel will be saved by the LORD with an everlasting salvation; you will not be put to shame or humiliated, to ages everlasting. |
| 6 | 1 John 2:28 | And now, little children, remain in Christ, so that when He appears, we may be confident and unashamed before Him at His coming. |
| 7 | Psalms 25:20 | Guard my soul and deliver me; let me not be put to shame, for I take refuge in You. |
| 8 | Psalms 25:2 | in You, my God, I trust. Do not let me be put to shame; do not let my enemies exult over me. |
| 9 | Deuteronomy 10:20 | You are to fear the LORD your God and serve Him. Hold fast to Him and take your oaths in His name. |
| 10 | Psalms 119:115 | Depart from me, you evildoers, that I may obey the commandments of my God. |
Psalms 119:31 Summary
[Psalms 119:31 means that the psalmist is choosing to trust and follow God's Word, even when it's hard, because he knows that God's promises are true and reliable, as seen in Psalms 119:31 and supported by Numbers 23:19. He's saying that he wants to hold on to God's testimonies and not let go, because he trusts that God will keep him safe and guide him on the right path, as stated in Psalms 32:8 and Isaiah 58:11. This verse reminds us that we can trust God's Word and promises, and that He will help us to follow Him and stay on the right path, as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Jeremiah 29:11.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to cling to God's testimonies?
To cling to God's testimonies means to hold firmly to His Word and promises, trusting in His faithfulness and goodness, as seen in Psalms 119:31 and supported by Deuteronomy 31:6, where we are encouraged to be strong and courageous in our faith.
Why does the psalmist ask not to be put to shame?
The psalmist asks not to be put to shame because he knows that if he fails to follow God's testimonies, he will experience shame and disappointment, but if he clings to God's Word, he will be confident and unashamed, as stated in Romans 10:11 and Proverbs 28:1.
How can we apply this verse to our daily lives?
We can apply this verse by making a conscious effort to prioritize God's Word and promises in our daily decisions and actions, just as the psalmist does in Psalms 119:31, and as encouraged in Joshua 1:8, where we are told to meditate on God's Word day and night.
What is the relationship between clinging to God's testimonies and running in the path of His commandments?
Clinging to God's testimonies and running in the path of His commandments are closely related, as seen in Psalms 119:31 and Psalms 119:32, where the psalmist expresses his desire to follow God's Word and commands, and as supported by Psalms 19:7-11, which describes the benefits of following God's laws and commands.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can cling to God's testimonies in my own life, and what are the benefits of doing so?
- How do I handle situations where I feel ashamed or disappointed, and what can I learn from the psalmist's example in Psalms 119:31?
- In what ways can I prioritize God's Word and promises in my daily decisions and actions, and what role does trust play in this process?
- What are some testimonies or promises of God that I can cling to in times of uncertainty or doubt, and how can I apply them to my life?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 119:31
I have stuck unto thy testimonies,.... The word of God, the Scriptures of truth, and the doctrines contained in them.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 119:31
I have stuck unto thy testimonies: O LORD, put me not to shame. I have stuck unto thy testimonies: O Lord, put me not to shame - disappoint not my hope.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 119:31
I have stuck unto thy testimonies; I have resolutely persisted in the practice of thy precepts, in spite of all temptations, reproaches, persecutions, and discouragements, to which I was exposed in and for so doing. Put me not to shame; either, 1. By giving me over to apostacy or transgression, which will bring shame; or rather, 2. By the disappointment of my hopes and confidence in those promises of the blessings of this life. as well as of the next, which thou hast made to the obedient, of which I have made in boast.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 119:31
Psalms 119:31 I have stuck unto thy testimonies: O LORD, put me not to shame.Ver. 31. I have stuck unto thy testimonies] Hitherto I have done so; let me now shrink from them, or hang loose to them, lest I lose the things that I have wrought, and shame myself for ever by my backsliding.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 119:31
Verse 31. I have stuck] דבקתי dabakti, I have cleaved to, been glued to, them: the same word as in Psalms 119:25. My soul cleaves as much to thy testimonies, as my life has cleaved to the dust. O Lord, put me not to shame.] Let my sins and follies be blotted out by thy mercy; and so hide and cover them that they shall never appear, either in this or the coming world, to my shame and confusion! How many need to be importunate with God in this prayer!
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 119:31
31. The protestation of a good conscience is continued. I cleave unto thy testimonies (cp. Deuteronomy 10:20; Deuteronomy 11:22; Deuteronomy 13:4; Deuteronomy 30:20); put me not to shame; let me not be disappointed of the blessings promised to faithful obedience.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 119:31
I have stuck unto thy testimonies - The word here rendered “stuck” is the same which in Psalms 119:25 is rendered “cleave:” - “My soul cleaveth unto the dust.” It means here that he had adhered to
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 119:31
ã, Daleth.25-32. My soul cleaveth unto the dust—Now is presented a soul in deep affliction, as if the trial in the previous division had gone against him; as if he had suffered the loss of all things, and worse was yet to follow.
Sermons on Psalms 119:31
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Gods Love by Corrie Ten Boom | In this sermon, the speaker shares his experience of being introduced in Alaska and compares it to the power of the Holy Spirit. He emphasizes the importance of not standing in the |
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1 Cor 13 (Version 2) by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher shares a story about an old couple who were brutally attacked by a man they had shown love to. The preacher emphasizes the importance of love and how i |
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Interview 1974 by Corrie Ten Boom | This sermon shares the powerful testimony of a woman who endured imprisonment and suffering during World War II, highlighting how God's grace sustained her through the darkest time |
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The Greatest of These Is Love by Corrie Ten Boom | In this sermon, the speaker shares his experiences during a difficult time in Holland when the Germans were targeting Jewish people. He talks about how he and others worked to save |
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Testimony - Part 1 by Corrie Ten Boom | In this video, a woman shares her personal experience of being imprisoned by the Nazis for hiding Jewish people in Holland. She spent 11 months in prison, including time in solitar |
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The Holy Spirit Gives Power by Corrie Ten Boom | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of relying on the power of the Holy Spirit in our lives. He shares a story of a little boy who overcame his fear by holding hi |
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(Last Days) Being Ready for Christs Coming by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of being spiritually prepared for the second coming of Christ. It highlights the need to have a hidden life filled with the Holy Spirit, love, |