Psalms 119:46
Psalms 119:46 in Multiple Translations
I will speak of Your testimonies before kings, and I will not be ashamed.
I will speak of thy testimonies also before kings, and will not be ashamed.
I will also speak of thy testimonies before kings, And shall not be put to shame.
So that I may give knowledge of your unchanging word before kings, and not be put to shame.
I will instruct kings about your laws—I won't be embarrassed.
I will speake also of thy testimonies before Kings, and will not be ashamed.
And I speak of Thy testimonies before kings, And I am not ashamed.
I will also speak of your statutes before kings, and will not be disappointed.
I will speak of thy testimonies also before kings, and will not be ashamed.
I will tell to kings ◄your requirements/what you have instructed us to do►; and because I did not abandon you, those kings will not cause me to be ashamed.
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Psalms 119:46 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/אֲדַבְּרָ֣ה
בְ֭/עֵדֹתֶי/ךָ
נֶ֥גֶד
מְלָכִ֗ים
וְ/לֹ֣א
אֵבֽוֹשׁ
וַ/אֲדַבְּרָ֣ה
dâbar
H1696
to speak
Conj | V-Piel-1cs
בְ֭/עֵדֹתֶי/ךָ
ʻêdâh
H5713
witness
Prep | N-fp | Suff
נֶ֥גֶד
neged
H5048
before
Prep
מְלָכִ֗ים
melek
H4428
King's
N-mp
וְ/לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Conj | Part
אֵבֽוֹשׁ
bûwsh
H954
be ashamed
V-Qal-Imperf-1cs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 119:46
וַ/אֲדַבְּרָ֣ה
dâbar
H1696
"to speak"
Conj | V-Piel-1cs
To speak or communicate, like God speaking to Moses in Exodus or a king commanding his people. It can also mean to promise or warn someone.
Definition: : speak/tell/command 1) to speak, declare, converse, command, promise, warn, threaten, sing 1a) (Qal) to speak 1b) (Niphal) to speak with one another, talk 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to speak 1c2) to promise 1d) (Pual) to be spoken 1e) (Hithpael) to speak 1f) (Hiphil) to lead away, put to flight
Usage: Occurs in 1049 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, bid, command, commune, declare, destroy, give, name, promise, pronounce, rehearse, say, speak, be spokesman, subdue, talk, teach, tell, think, use (entreaties), utter, [idiom] well, [idiom] work. See also: Genesis 8:15; Exodus 12:25; Leviticus 23:9.
בְ֭/עֵדֹתֶי/ךָ
ʻêdâh
H5713
"witness"
Prep | 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.
נֶ֥גֶד
neged
H5048
"before"
Prep
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.
מְלָכִ֗ים
melek
H4428
"King's"
N-mp
This word refers to a king or royal person, like King David or King Saul. It can also describe something related to a king, like the King's Valley in Genesis. The Bible often uses this word to talk about the rulers of Israel.
Definition: King's (Valley) (Gen.14.17)
Usage: Occurs in 1919 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Genesis 14:1; Joshua 10:39; 1 Samuel 16:1.
וְ/לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Conj | 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.
אֵבֽוֹשׁ
bûwsh
H954
"be ashamed"
V-Qal-Imperf-1cs
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 119:46
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- Psalms 119:46 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 119:46
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 119:46
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 119:46
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 119:46
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 119:46
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 119:46
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 119:46
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 119:46
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 119:46
- Sermons on Psalms 119:46
Context — Your Word Is a Lamp to My Feet
44I will always obey Your law, forever and ever.
45And I will walk in freedom, for I have sought Your precepts.
46I will speak of Your testimonies before kings, and I will not be ashamed.
47I delight in Your commandments because I love them. 48I lift up my hands to Your commandments, which I love, and I meditate on Your statutes.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Romans 1:16 | I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, first to the Jew, then to the Greek. |
| 2 | Acts 26:1–2 | Agrippa said to Paul, “You have permission to speak for yourself.” Then Paul stretched out his hand and began his defense: “King Agrippa, I consider myself fortunate to stand before you today to defend myself against all the accusations of the Jews, |
| 3 | Matthew 10:18–19 | On My account, you will be brought before governors and kings as witnesses to them and to the Gentiles. But when they hand you over, do not worry about how to respond or what to say. In that hour you will be given what to say. |
| 4 | Mark 8:38 | If anyone is ashamed of Me and My words in this adulterous and sinful generation, the Son of Man will also be ashamed of him when He comes in His Father’s glory with the holy angels.” |
| 5 | Acts 26:24–29 | At this stage of Paul’s defense, Festus exclaimed in a loud voice, “You are insane, Paul! Your great learning is driving you to madness!” But Paul answered, “I am not insane, most excellent Festus; I am speaking words of truth and sobriety. For the king knows about these matters, and I can speak freely to him. I am confident that none of this has escaped his notice, because it was not done in a corner. King Agrippa, do you believe the prophets? I know you do.” Then Agrippa said to Paul, “Can you persuade me in such a short time to become a Christian?” “Short time or long,” Paul replied, “I wish to God that not only you but all who hear me this day may become what I am, except for these chains.” |
| 6 | Daniel 4:1–3 | King Nebuchadnezzar, To the people of every nation and language who dwell in all the earth: May your prosperity be multiplied. I am pleased to declare the signs and wonders that the Most High God has performed for me. How great are His signs, how mighty His wonders! His kingdom is an eternal kingdom; His dominion endures from generation to generation. |
| 7 | 1 Peter 4:14–16 | If you are insulted for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you. Indeed, none of you should suffer as a murderer or thief or wrongdoer, or even as a meddler. But if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but glorify God that you bear that name. |
| 8 | Daniel 4:25–27 | You will be driven away from mankind, and your dwelling will be with the beasts of the field. You will feed on grass like an ox and be drenched with the dew of heaven, and seven times shall pass you by, until you acknowledge that the Most High rules over the kingdom of mankind and gives it to whom He wishes. As for the command to leave the stump of the tree with its roots, your kingdom will be restored to you as soon as you acknowledge that Heaven rules. Therefore, may my advice be pleasing to you, O king. Break away from your sins by doing what is right, and from your iniquities by showing mercy to the oppressed. Perhaps there will be an extension of your prosperity.” |
| 9 | 2 Timothy 1:8 | So do not be ashamed of the testimony of our Lord, or of me, His prisoner. Instead, join me in suffering for the gospel by the power of God. |
| 10 | Daniel 3:16–18 | Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego replied to the king, “O Nebuchadnezzar, we have no need to answer you in this matter. If the God whom we serve exists, then He is able to deliver us from the blazing fiery furnace and from your hand, O king. But even if He does not, let it be known to you, O king, that we will not serve your gods or worship the golden statue you have set up.” |
Psalms 119:46 Summary
This verse means that the psalmist is committed to sharing God's truth and Word with others, even if it's scary or uncomfortable, because he loves and trusts in God. He wants to be bold and unashamed to talk about God's testimonies, which are the things God has done and said, as seen in Psalms 119:14. This is something we can all learn from, as we are called to share our faith with others and trust in God's power to give us the courage to do so (Matthew 28:18-20). By trusting in God and His Word, we can be bold and unashamed to share our faith with others, just like the psalmist.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to speak of God's testimonies before kings?
This means to boldly declare God's Word and truth to those in positions of power and authority, without fear of what they may think or say, as seen in Acts 4:29-31 where the apostles prayed for boldness to speak God's Word.
Why would the psalmist not be ashamed to speak of God's testimonies?
The psalmist is not ashamed because he has a deep love and reverence for God's Word, as expressed in Psalms 119:47, and he trusts in God's power and presence to give him the courage to speak truth to those in authority.
Is this verse only for those in positions of leadership or who have a public platform?
No, this verse is for every believer, as we are all called to be witnesses for Jesus Christ and to share His truth with others, as seen in Matthew 28:18-20 and Acts 1:8.
How can I apply this verse to my everyday life?
You can apply this verse by being bold and unashamed to share your faith with others, whether it's with a coworker, family member, or friend, and by trusting in God's power and presence to give you the courage to do so, as seen in Ephesians 6:19-20.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can speak of God's testimonies in my daily life, and what might hold me back from doing so?
- How can I cultivate a deeper love and reverence for God's Word, so that I am not ashamed to share it with others?
- What are some times in my life when I have been afraid to speak up for my faith, and how can I learn to trust in God's power and presence to give me courage?
- How can I balance being bold and unashamed to share my faith with being respectful and sensitive to those who may not believe?
- What are some ways I can pray for boldness and courage to speak God's Word to those around me?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 119:46
I will speak of thy testimonies also before kings,.... As very likely he did before Saul and his courtiers, before the king of Achish and the princes of the Philistines, when as yet he was not a king
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 119:46
I will speak of thy testimonies also before kings, and will not be ashamed. I will speak of thy testimonies also before kings, and will not be ashamed - (Psalms 138:1.) So Paul before King Agrippa and Festus (Acts 26:1-2).
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 119:46
Before kings; who commonly entertain all godly discourses with scorn and contempt.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 119:46
Psalms 119:46 I will speak of thy testimonies also before kings, and will not be ashamed.Ver. 46. I will speak of thy testimonies, &c.] Nullo vel terrore vel splendore mundano impeditus. Kings commonly abound with all things but only truth, as Alphonsus, king of Arragon, complained. David would deal plainly with them, though never so high; especially when he should come to be of equal level with them, and so to have better opportunity.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 119:46
(46) The Vulgate (which in the tenses follows the LXX.) of this verse was the motto of the Augsburg Confession, Et loquebar in testimoniis tuis in conspectu regum, et non confundebar.”
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 119:46
Verse 46. I will speak - before kings] Dr. Delaney supposes that this is spoken in reference to Achish, king of Gath, whom David had instructed in the Jewish religion; but we have already seen that it is most likely that the Psalm was compiled under the Babylonish captivity. But the words may with more propriety be referred to the case of Daniel, and other bold and faithful Israelites, who spoke courageously before Nebuchadnezzar, Belshazzar, and Darius. See the books of Daniel, Ezra, and Nehemiah.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 119:46
46. before kings] Like Daniel and his companions, or Nehemiah, or the martyrs of the Maccabaean period, he is ready, if need be, to confess his faith boldly before the highest human authorities. Cp. Matthew 10:18; Acts 26:1-2.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 119:46
I will speak of thy testimonies also before kings ... - In the presence of men of most elevated rank.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 119:46
å, Vau.41-48. I trust in thy word—In this section the prevailing element is a prayer for courage, equal to a frank, open confession. It is what Daniel might have uttered in Babylon, and many a martyr since.
Sermons on Psalms 119:46
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The Impotent Man by John Ridley | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of the "Triangle of Life" that exists in every town and city. He describes how people are always busy with their daily activities, |
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(Hebrews) 1-Overview-1 by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher begins by discussing the book of Revelation and its portrayal of the end times. He expresses sorrow over the degradation and perversion in society, emp |
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God's Dealing With Me - Part 2 by Derek Prince | In this sermon, the pastor shares his personal experiences and the impact of God's work in his life. He mentions a powerful message he preached and the warm spirit in the Sunday mo |
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"To the Jew first..." by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of considering the Jewish people as central to the church's mission. He argues that neglecting the Jews not only harms them bu |
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A World of Idols by Tim Keller | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes that religion is often seen as a superficial and temporary experience. However, the speaker argues that true faith in Christianity is meant t |
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(K-Char-01) the Knowledge of the Holy by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding the magnitude of sin and the need for contrition and brokenness. He highlights that a shallow concept of sin |
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(The Word for Today) Isaiah 11:1 - Part 1 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith discusses the importance of seeking a face-to-face encounter with God. He emphasizes the need for believers to have a personal relationship with |