Psalms 119:51
Psalms 119:51 in Multiple Translations
The arrogant utterly deride me, but I do not turn from Your law.
The proud have had me greatly in derision: yet have I not declined from thy law.
The proud have had me greatly in derision: Yet have I not swerved from thy law.
The men of pride have made great sport of me; but I have not been turned from your law.
Arrogant people mock me terribly, but I don't give up on your teachings.
The proude haue had me exceedingly in derision: yet haue I not declined from thy Lawe.
The proud have utterly scorned me, From Thy law I have not turned aside.
The arrogant mock me excessively, but I don’t swerve from your law.
The proud have had me greatly in derision: yet I have not declined from thy law.
Proud people are always making fun of me, but I do not ◄turn away from/stop► obeying your laws.
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Psalms 119:51 Interlinear (Deep Study)
BIB
HEB
זֵ֭דִים
הֱלִיצֻ֣/נִי
עַד
מְאֹ֑ד
מִ֝/תּֽוֹרָתְ/ךָ֗
לֹ֣א
נָטִֽיתִי
זֵ֭דִים
zêd
H2086
arrogant
Adj
הֱלִיצֻ֣/נִי
lûwts
H3887
to mock
V-Hiphil-Perf-3cp | Suff
עַד
ʻad
H5704
till
Prep
מְאֹ֑ד
mᵉʼôd
H3966
much
Adv
מִ֝/תּֽוֹרָתְ/ךָ֗
tôwrâh
H8451
instruction
Prep | N-fs | Suff
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
נָטִֽיתִי
nâṭâh
H5186
to stretch
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 119:51
זֵ֭דִים
zêd
H2086
"arrogant"
Adj
This word describes someone who is arrogant or proud, like the presumptuous ones in the Bible. It is used to describe those who defy God's laws. The KJV translates it as presumptuous or proud.
Definition: 1) arrogant, proud, insolent, presumptuous 1a) the arrogant ones (as n coll pl) 1b) presumptuous (as adj)
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: presumptuous, proud. See also: Psalms 19:14; Psalms 119:85; Psalms 86:14.
הֱלִיצֻ֣/נִי
lûwts
H3887
"to mock"
V-Hiphil-Perf-3cp | Suff
This word means to mock or scorn someone, often by making fun of them or talking down to them. It can also refer to interpreting languages or acting as an ambassador. In some cases, it describes a person who is arrogant or boastful.
Definition: 1) to scorn, make mouths at, talk arrogantly 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to boast 1a2) to scorn 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to mock, deride 1b2) to interpret (language) 1b2a) interpreter (participle) 1b2b) ambassador (fig.) 1c) (Hithpalpel) to be inflated, scoff, act as a scorner, show oneself a mocker Also means: la.tsats (לָצַץ "to scorn" H3945)
Usage: Occurs in 26 OT verses. KJV: ambassador, have in derision, interpreter, make a mock, mocker, scorn(-er, -ful), teacher. See also: Genesis 42:23; Proverbs 14:9; Psalms 1:1.
עַד
ʻad
H5704
"till"
Prep
This Hebrew word means until or as far as, describing a point in time or space. It's used in the Bible to set boundaries or limits, like in Exodus when describing the Israelites' journey.
Definition: prep 1) as far as, even to, until, up to, while, as far as 1a) of space 1a1) as far as, up to, even to 1b) in combination 1b1) from...as far as, both...and (with 'min' -from) 1c) of time 1c1) even to, until, unto, till, during, end 1d) of degree 1d1) even to, to the degree of, even like conj 2) until, while, to the point that, so that even Aramaic equivalent: ad (עַד "till" H5705)
Usage: Occurs in 1128 OT verses. KJV: against, and, as, at, before, by (that), even (to), for(-asmuch as), (hither-) to, [phrase] how long, into, as long (much) as, (so) that, till, toward, until, when, while, ([phrase] as) yet. See also: Genesis 3:19; Exodus 32:20; Numbers 23:24.
מְאֹ֑ד
mᵉʼôd
H3966
"much"
Adv
Meod means 'much' or 'very' and is used to emphasize something. It can mean 'exceedingly' or 'greatly' and is often used to show strong feelings or actions.
Definition: adv 1) exceedingly, much subst 2) might, force, abundance n m 3) muchness, force, abundance, exceedingly 3a) force, might 3b) exceedingly, greatly, very (idioms showing magnitude or degree) 3b1) exceedingly 3b2) up to abundance, to a great degree, exceedingly 3b3) with muchness, muchness
Usage: Occurs in 278 OT verses. KJV: diligently, especially, exceeding(-ly), far, fast, good, great(-ly), [idiom] louder and louder, might(-ily, -y), (so) much, quickly, (so) sore, utterly, very ([phrase] much, sore), well. See also: Genesis 1:31; 1 Samuel 11:6; Psalms 6:4.
מִ֝/תּֽוֹרָתְ/ךָ֗
tôwrâh
H8451
"instruction"
Prep | N-fs | Suff
The Hebrew word for instruction or law, referring to the Ten Commandments or the first five books of the Bible, guiding human behavior and moral code.
Definition: 1) law, direction, instruction 1a) instruction, direction (human or divine) 1a1) body of prophetic teaching 1a2) instruction in Messianic age 1a3) body of priestly direction or instruction 1a4) body of legal directives 1b) law 1b1) law of the burnt offering 1b2) of special law, codes of law 1c) custom, manner 1d) the Deuteronomic or Mosaic Law
Usage: Occurs in 213 OT verses. KJV: law. See also: Genesis 26:5; Nehemiah 8:7; Psalms 1:2.
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.
נָטִֽיתִי
nâṭâh
H5186
"to stretch"
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
To stretch or spread out, often used to describe physical movement, but also moral deflection, as seen in the story of Israel's decline in the book of Judges.
Definition: 1) to stretch out, extend, spread out, pitch, turn, pervert, incline, bend, bow 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to stretch out, extend, stretch, offer 1a2) to spread out, pitch (tent) 1a3) to bend, turn, incline 1a3a) to turn aside, incline, decline, bend down 1a3b) to bend, bow 1a3c) to hold out, extend (fig.) 1b) (Niphal) to be stretched out 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to stretch out 1c2) to spread out 1c3) to turn, incline, influence, bend down, hold out, extend, thrust aside, thrust away
Usage: Occurs in 207 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afternoon, apply, bow (down, -ing), carry aside, decline, deliver, extend, go down, be gone, incline, intend, lay, let down, offer, outstretched, overthrown, pervert, pitch, prolong, put away, shew, spread (out), stretch (forth, out), take (aside), turn (aside, away), wrest, cause to yield. See also: Genesis 12:8; Psalms 31:3; Psalms 17:6.
Study Notes — Psalms 119:51
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- Psalms 119:51 Summary
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 119:51
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 119:51
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 119:51
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 119:51
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 119:51
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 119:51
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 119:51
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 119:51
- Sermons on Psalms 119:51
Context — Your Word Is a Lamp to My Feet
49Remember Your word to Your servant, upon which You have given me hope.
50This is my comfort in affliction, that Your promise has given me life.
51The arrogant utterly deride me, but I do not turn from Your law.
52I remember Your judgments of old, O LORD, and in them I find comfort. 53Rage has taken hold of me because of the wicked who reject Your law.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Job 23:11 | My feet have followed in His tracks; I have kept His way without turning aside. |
| 2 | Jeremiah 20:7 | You have deceived me, O LORD, and I was deceived. You have overcome me and prevailed. I am a laughingstock all day long; everyone mocks me. |
| 3 | Psalms 119:157 | Though my persecutors and foes are many, I have not turned from Your testimonies. |
| 4 | Psalms 44:18 | Our hearts have not turned back; our steps have not strayed from Your path. |
| 5 | Isaiah 38:3 | saying, “Please, O LORD, remember how I have walked before You faithfully and with wholehearted devotion; I have done what was good in Your sight.” And Hezekiah wept bitterly. |
| 6 | Acts 20:23–24 | I only know that in town after town the Holy Spirit warns me that chains and afflictions await me. But I consider my life of no value to me, if only I may finish my course and complete the ministry I have received from the Lord Jesus—the ministry of testifying to the good news of God’s grace. |
| 7 | Psalms 119:31 | I cling to Your testimonies, O LORD; let me not be put to shame. |
| 8 | Psalms 119:21 | You rebuke the arrogant— the cursed who stray from Your commandments. |
| 9 | Psalms 119:69 | Though the arrogant have smeared me with lies, I keep Your precepts with all my heart. |
| 10 | Psalms 123:3–4 | Have mercy on us, O LORD, have mercy, for we have endured much contempt. We have endured much scorn from the arrogant, much contempt from the proud. |
Psalms 119:51 Summary
[The psalmist is saying that even when people make fun of him for following God's law, he won't stop, because God's law gives him hope and comfort, as seen in Psalms 119:49-50. This shows us that when we face ridicule for our faith, we can draw strength from God's word, just like the psalmist, and remember that we are not alone, as Jesus also faced persecution, as mentioned in Matthew 5:11-12. By staying true to God's law, we demonstrate our love for Him and our desire to obey Him, as stated in John 14:15.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be derided by the arrogant?
To be derided means to be mocked or ridiculed, and in this context, it refers to the way the arrogant treat those who follow God's law, as seen in Psalms 119:51, similar to the way the world treated Jesus, as mentioned in John 1:11.
Why does the psalmist not turn from God's law despite derision?
The psalmist remains faithful to God's law because it is his source of hope and comfort, as stated in Psalms 119:49-50, and he trusts in God's promises, as seen in Psalms 119:52.
How can we apply this verse to our own lives when faced with ridicule?
When we face ridicule for our faith, we can draw strength from God's word, just like the psalmist, and remember that we are not alone, as Jesus also faced persecution, as mentioned in Matthew 5:11-12.
What is the significance of the psalmist's commitment to God's law?
The psalmist's commitment to God's law demonstrates his love for God and his desire to obey Him, as stated in John 14:15, and it serves as an example for us to follow, as we strive to live according to God's will, as mentioned in Romans 12:2.
Reflection Questions
- How do you respond when you are ridiculed or mocked for your faith, and what can you learn from the psalmist's example?
- In what ways do you find comfort and hope in God's word, and how can you apply this to your daily life?
- What are some ways you can remain faithful to God's law, even when faced with opposition or ridicule, and what role does prayer play in this?
- How can you use this verse to encourage others who may be facing similar challenges, and what role can you play in supporting them?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 119:51
The proud have had me greatly in derision,.... Profane sinners, proud and haughty scorners, that make a jest of religion, and scoff at everything serious and good: these derided the psalmist for his
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 119:51
The proud have had me greatly in derision: yet have I not declined from thy law.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 119:51
Greatly in derision, for my godliness and trust in thy word, as the following words imply.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 119:51
Psalms 119:51 The proud have had me greatly in derision: [yet] have I not declined from thy law.Ver. 51. The proud have had me greatly in derision] Scoffing proceedeth from pride, Proverbs 3:34, with 1 Peter 5:5. Yet have I not, &c.] They cannot flout me out of my zeal.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 119:51
Verse 51. The proud have had me] We have been treated, not only with oppressive cruelty, but also with contempt, because we still professed to trust in thee, the living God, who because of our transgressions hadst been greatly displeased with us; yet we have not declined from thy law.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 119:51
51. have had me greatly in derision] Lit. have scorned me exceedingly. The ‘proud’ men of whom the Psalmist speaks belonged to the class of ‘scorners,’ the freethinkers who make what is good and holy the object of their ridicule. Cp. Proverbs 21:24; and note on Psalms 1:1. Though they ridicule him, he does not swerve from his adherence to God’s law.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 119:51
The proud have had me greatly in derision - Those of rank; those in high life: perhaps, as we should say, the frivolous and fashionable world.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 119:51
æ, Zain.49-56. The word… upon which thou hast caused me to hope—In a time of derision and apostasy the psalmist finds strength and delight in the word. Times of persecution and contempt are always times of apostasy.
Sermons on Psalms 119:51
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Handling Criticism by Neil T. Anderson | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of avoiding isolation in our spiritual journey. He warns that getting isolated and not being accountable to others can lead to |
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Faith in the Midst of Perverseness by Oswald Chambers | Oswald Chambers delves into the profound concept of redemption, emphasizing that the ease of experiencing redemption is due to the immense cost paid by God. He highlights the impor |
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Fire in My Bones by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher shares his personal journey of facing challenges and doubts in his ministry. He talks about how he was exposed to enemies and felt forsaken by God. He |
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Fire in Your Bones (Kwasizabantu) by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker shares his personal struggles and doubts as a preacher. He mentions how people accused him of being a hypocrite and a false prophet, which caused him to |
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I Don't Know How to Go On by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power and strength of God in overcoming challenges and obstacles. He encourages the audience to thank God for the victory and to trust i |
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I Don’t Know How to Go On by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of relying on God's strength in times of victory and in times of uncertainty. The sermon highlights the power of God to deliv |
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Crusading On--Our Responsibility by Beryl Amos | The preacher delves into the meaning of 'mukterizo,' which signifies mocking, deriding, and treating with contempt. The concept of sowing and reaping is emphasized, highlighting th |