Psalms 119:39
Psalms 119:39 in Multiple Translations
Turn away the disgrace I dread, for Your judgments are good.
Turn away my reproach which I fear: for thy judgments are good.
Turn away my reproach whereof I am afraid; For thine ordinances are good.
Take away the shame which is my fear; for your decisions are good.
Take away the shame I dread, for your law is good.
Take away my rebuke that I feare: for thy iudgements are good.
Remove my reproach that I have feared, For Thy judgments [are] good.
Take away my disgrace that I dread, for your ordinances are good.
Turn away my reproach which I fear: for thy judgments are good.
People insult me; protect me from those insults, because I hate them. The ◄regulations/rules that you have given to us► are very good!
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Psalms 119:39 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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הַעֲבֵ֣ר
חֶ֭רְפָּתִ/י
אֲשֶׁ֣ר
יָגֹ֑רְתִּי
כִּ֖י
מִשְׁפָּטֶ֣י/ךָ
טוֹבִֽים
הַעֲבֵ֣ר
ʻâbar
H5674
to pass
V-Hiphil-Impv-2ms
חֶ֭רְפָּתִ/י
cherpâh
H2781
reproach
N-fs | Suff
אֲשֶׁ֣ר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
יָגֹ֑רְתִּי
yâgôr
H3025
to fear
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
כִּ֖י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
מִשְׁפָּטֶ֣י/ךָ
mishpâṭ
H4941
justice
N-mp | Suff
טוֹבִֽים
ṭôwb
H2896
pleasant
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 119:39
הַעֲבֵ֣ר
ʻâbar
H5674
"to pass"
V-Hiphil-Impv-2ms
This verb can mean to cross over or transition from one thing to another, and is sometimes used to describe being arrogant or crossing a boundary.
Definition: 1) to pass over or by or through, alienate, bring, carry, do away, take, take away, transgress 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to pass over, cross, cross over, pass over, march over, overflow, go over 1a2) to pass beyond 1a3) to pass through, traverse 1a3a) passers-through (participle) 1a3b) to pass through (the parts of victim in covenant) 1a4) to pass along, pass by, overtake and pass, sweep by 1a4a) passer-by (participle) 1a4b) to be past, be over 1a5) to pass on, go on, pass on before, go in advance of, pass along, travel, advance 1a6) to pass away 1a6a) to emigrate, leave (one's territory) 1a6b) to vanish 1a6c) to perish, cease to exist 1a6d) to become invalid, become obsolete (of law, decree) 1a6e) to be alienated, pass into other hands 1b) (Niphal) to be crossed 1c) (Piel) to impregnate, cause to cross 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to pass over, cause to bring over, cause to cross over, make over to, dedicate, devote 1d2) to cause to pass through 1d3) to cause to pass by or beyond or under, let pass by 1d4) to cause to pass away, cause to take away 1e) (Hithpael) to pass over
Usage: Occurs in 493 OT verses. KJV: alienate, alter, [idiom] at all, beyond, bring (over, through), carry over, (over-) come (on, over), conduct (over), convey over, current, deliver, do away, enter, escape, fail, gender, get over, (make) go (away, beyond, by, forth, his way, in, on, over, through), have away (more), lay, meddle, overrun, make partition, (cause to, give, make to, over) pass(-age, along, away, beyond, by, -enger, on, out, over, through), (cause to, make) [phrase] proclaim(-amation), perish, provoke to anger, put away, rage, [phrase] raiser of taxes, remove, send over, set apart, [phrase] shave, cause to (make) sound, [idiom] speedily, [idiom] sweet smelling, take (away), (make to) transgress(-or), translate, turn away, (way-) faring man, be wrath. See also: Genesis 8:1; Deuteronomy 27:2; 1 Samuel 25:19.
חֶ֭רְפָּתִ/י
cherpâh
H2781
"reproach"
N-fs | Suff
Cherpah means reproach or shame, often used to describe scorn or disgrace. In the Bible, it is used to express strong feelings of shame or humiliation.
Definition: 1) reproach, scorn 1a) taunt, scorn (upon enemy) 1b) reproach (resting upon condition of shame, disgrace) 1c) a reproach (an object)
Usage: Occurs in 72 OT verses. KJV: rebuke, reproach(-fully), shame. See also: Genesis 30:23; Isaiah 25:8; Psalms 15:3.
אֲשֶׁ֣ר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
יָגֹ֑רְתִּי
yâgôr
H3025
"to fear"
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
This Hebrew word means to feel fear or dread, like when someone is afraid of God's power. It appears in the Bible when people are in awe of God. The KJV translates it as 'be afraid' or 'fear'.
Definition: (Qal) to fear, dread, be afraid
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: be afraid, fear. See also: Deuteronomy 9:19; Job 3:25; Psalms 119:39.
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.
מִשְׁפָּטֶ֣י/ךָ
mishpâṭ
H4941
"justice"
N-mp | Suff
Mishpat means justice or judgment, and is often used to describe God's righteous judgment, as well as human laws and decisions, in books like Deuteronomy and Isaiah.
Definition: : judgement/punishment 1) judgment, justice, ordinance 1a) judgment 1a1) act of deciding a case 1a2) place, court, seat of judgment 1a3) process, procedure, litigation (before judges) 1a4) case, cause (presented for judgment) 1a5) sentence, decision (of judgment) 1a6) execution (of judgment) 1a7) time (of judgment) 1b) justice, right, rectitude (attributes of God or man) 1c) ordinance 1d) decision (in law) 1e) right, privilege, due (legal) 1f) proper, fitting, measure, fitness, custom, manner, plan
Usage: Occurs in 406 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] adversary, ceremony, charge, [idiom] crime, custom, desert, determination, discretion, disposing, due, fashion, form, to be judged, judgment, just(-ice, -ly), (manner of) law(-ful), manner, measure, (due) order, ordinance, right, sentence, usest, [idiom] worthy, [phrase] wrong. See also: Genesis 18:19; 1 Kings 2:3; Psalms 1:5.
טוֹבִֽים
ṭôwb
H2896
"pleasant"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means good or welfare, describing something that is beneficial or pleasing, like a good deed or a happy time. It is used in many contexts, including Genesis and Psalms. This word is often translated as 'good' or 'beautiful'.
Definition: adj 1) good, pleasant, agreeable 1a) pleasant, agreeable (to the senses) 1b) pleasant (to the higher nature) 1c) good, excellent (of its kind) 1d) good, rich, valuable in estimation 1e) good, appropriate, becoming 1f) better (comparative) 1g) glad, happy, prosperous (of man's sensuous nature) 1h) good understanding (of man's intellectual nature) 1i) good, kind, benign 1j) good, right (ethical) Aramaic equivalent: tav (טָב "fine" H2869)
Usage: Occurs in 521 OT verses. KJV: beautiful, best, better, bountiful, cheerful, at ease, [idiom] fair (word), (be in) favour, fine, glad, good (deed, -lier, -liest, -ly, -ness, -s), graciously, joyful, kindly, kindness, liketh (best), loving, merry, [idiom] most, pleasant, [phrase] pleaseth, pleasure, precious, prosperity, ready, sweet, wealth, welfare, (be) well(-favoured). See also: Genesis 1:4; Ruth 2:22; 2 Chronicles 3:8.
Study Notes — Psalms 119:39
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- Psalms 119:39 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 119:39
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 119:39
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 119:39
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 119:39
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 119:39
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 119:39
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 119:39
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 119:39
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 119:39
- Sermons on Psalms 119:39
Context — Your Word Is a Lamp to My Feet
37Turn my eyes away from worthless things; revive me with Your word.
38Establish Your word to Your servant, to produce reverence for You.
39Turn away the disgrace I dread, for Your judgments are good.
40How I long for Your precepts! Revive me in Your righteousness. 41May Your loving devotion come to me, O LORD, Your salvation, according to Your promise.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Timothy 3:7 | Furthermore, he must have a good reputation with outsiders, so that he will not fall into disgrace and into the snare of the devil. |
| 2 | Psalms 119:22 | Remove my scorn and contempt, for I have kept Your testimonies. |
| 3 | Titus 2:8 | and wholesome speech that is above reproach, so that anyone who opposes us will be ashamed to have nothing bad to say about us. |
| 4 | Psalms 57:3 | He reaches down from heaven and saves me; He rebukes those who trample me. Selah God sends forth His loving devotion and His truth. |
| 5 | Revelation 19:2 | For His judgments are true and just. He has judged the great prostitute who corrupted the earth with her immorality. He has avenged the blood of His servants that was poured out by her hand.” |
| 6 | Psalms 39:8 | Deliver me from all my transgressions; do not make me the reproach of fools. |
| 7 | Romans 2:2 | And we know that God’s judgment against those who do such things is based on truth. |
| 8 | Psalms 119:123 | My eyes fail, looking for Your salvation, and for Your righteous promise. |
| 9 | Psalms 19:9 | The fear of the LORD is pure, enduring forever; the judgments of the LORD are true, being altogether righteous. |
| 10 | Psalms 119:75 | I know, O LORD, that Your judgments are righteous, and that in faithfulness You have afflicted me. |
Psalms 119:39 Summary
In Psalms 119:39, the Psalmist is asking God to remove the shame and humiliation that comes from sinning against Him, because he trusts that God's judgments are good. This means that even when we mess up, God is still a God of mercy and forgiveness, as seen in Psalms 51:3 and Exodus 34:6-7. The Psalmist is recognizing that God's way is always best, and that He wants to help us live a life that is pleasing to Him. By trusting in God's goodness and seeking to follow His word, we can experience revival and renewal in our lives, as encouraged in Psalms 119:37 and Psalms 119:40.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Psalmist mean by 'disgrace I dread' in Psalms 119:39?
The Psalmist is referring to the shame and humiliation that comes from sinning against God, as seen in Psalms 51:3, where David acknowledges his sin and asks for cleansing and forgiveness from God.
Why does the Psalmist ask God to 'turn away' the disgrace?
The Psalmist asks God to turn away the disgrace because he recognizes that God's judgments are good, as stated in Psalms 119:39, and that God is a God of mercy and forgiveness, as seen in Exodus 34:6-7.
How can we apply the principle of trusting in God's judgments being good to our own lives?
We can apply this principle by trusting in God's sovereignty and goodness, even when we don't understand what's happening, and by seeking to align our lives with His word, as encouraged in Psalms 119:38 and Proverbs 3:5-6.
What is the relationship between God's judgments and our reverence for Him?
God's judgments are a demonstration of His holiness and righteousness, and as we reverence Him, we are reminded of the importance of living a life that is pleasing to Him, as seen in Psalms 119:38 and Isaiah 6:1-5.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I am experiencing disgrace or shame, and how can I ask God to turn it away?
- How do I currently view God's judgments, and are there any areas where I struggle to trust in His goodness?
- What are some ways that I can cultivate a deeper reverence for God in my life, and how can I seek to align my life with His word?
- How can I balance the desire to avoid disgrace with the recognition that God's judgments are good, even when they are difficult to understand?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 119:39
Turn away my reproach which I fear,.... Either for the sake of religion, which was disagreeable to him; and he might be afraid it would be too heavy for him to bear, and be a temptation to him to
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 119:39
Turn away my reproach which I fear: for thy judgments are good. Turn away my reproach which I fear. The reproach of the enemy makes the suppliant fear that he may come to a bad end at last (cf. Job 3:25; Job 9:28).
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 119:39
Turn away my reproach; either, 1. For the shameful disappointment of my hopes and confident boastings concerning the truth and certainty of thy promises; or, 2. For my manifold failings, and particularly for that shameful matter about Uriah and Bathsheba; or, 3. For my instability in or apostacy from thy ways; which in respect of mine own weakness and folly I have great cause to fear. For thy judgments are good: this may be a reason either, 1. Why he prayed and hoped that God would turn away reproach from him, because God’ s word and statutes were good, and therefore it was not fit for any to suffer reproach in and for his diligent observation of them; or, 2. Why he feared reproach, because he had, and feared he might hereafter, transgress those judgments or statutes of God which were, and he very well knew to be, good, i.e. just, and holy, and excellent, and therefore it was a shameful thing to violate them.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 119:39
Psalms 119:39 Turn away my reproach which I fear: for thy judgments [are] good.Ver. 39. Turn away my reproach] Cover it, cure it, suffer it not to break forth, to my disgrace among men. For thy judgments are good] But their tender mercies are mere cruelties; if, therefore, at any time I fall into opprobrious and reproachful practices; Lord, be thou my judge, and not they: for thy judgments are like thyself, good, and righteous, &c.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 119:39
(39) My reproach which I fear.—The word for fear is an unusual one, used in Deuteronomy 9:19; Deuteronomy 28:60, for very strong dread. The reproach may be either the disgrace in God’s sight of violating His commands, or, as the context (Psalms 119:42) suggests, a reproach from men for keeping God’s law.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 119:39
Verse 39. Turn away my reproach, which I fear] This may be understood of the reproach which a man may meet with in consequence of living a godly life, for such a life was never fashionable in any time or country. But I have found the following note on the passage: "I have done a secret evil; my soul is sorry for it: if it become public, it will be a heavy reproach to me. O God, turn it away, and let it never meet the eye of man!" - Anon.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 119:39
39. my reproach] Here, as in Psalms 119:22-23; Psalms 119:42, the scorn which he has to bear for his loyalty to God’s law. for thy judgments are good] And therefore I ought not to suffer for observing them. For judgments see Psalms 119:13; Psalms 119:20; Psalms 119:30.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 119:39
Turn away my reproach - The reproach which is likely to come upon me from being a professed worshipper of God. In all ages good men have been exposed to this reproach.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 119:39
ä, He.33-40. Teach me… thy statutes—The trouble has passed, and entrance upon active and responsible life is contemplated. The writer sees the form of knowledge and of truth in the law.
Sermons on Psalms 119:39
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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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(Basics) 24. More Reasons for Failure by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the reasons why many people fall into sin. The first reason is that they don't run away from temptation and instead expose themselves to it. T |
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Filling That Which Is Filled by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the importance of genuine prayer and the moral poverty he sees in pulpit prayers in America. He emphasizes that success in preaching should |
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(Om Orientation) Real Christian Morals - Part 1 by George Verwer | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the topic of sexual immorality and its consequences. He starts by referencing the story of Reuben in Genesis 35, who committed immorality and |
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Pleasing God - Pt. 3 by Kay Smith | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of realizing Christ's soon return and how it should impact our lives. The speaker urges the audience to consider how this real |
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Snared in an Evil Time by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher warns about the snare of Satan and how many people, including Christians, are falling into it. He emphasizes the urgency of being prepared for the evil |
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1 Peter 2:12 by John Gill | John Gill emphasizes the importance of living an honest and upright life among non-believers, as instructed in 1 Peter 2:12. He explains that Christians, particularly Jewish conver |