Psalms 119:6
Psalms 119:6 in Multiple Translations
Then I would not be ashamed when I consider all Your commandments.
Then shall I not be ashamed, when I have respect unto all thy commandments.
Then shall I not be put to shame, When I have respect unto all thy commandments.
Then I would not be put to shame, as long as I have respect for all your teaching.
Then I won't be ashamed when I compare what I do to what you have said.
Then should I not be confounded, when I haue respect vnto all thy commandements.
Then I am not ashamed In my looking unto all Thy commands.
Then I wouldn’t be disappointed, when I consider all of your commandments.
Then shall I not be ashamed, when I have respect to all thy commandments.
My soul hath been long a sojourner.
If I continually ◄heed/pay attention to► all ◄your commands/that you have commanded►, I will not be disgraced/ashamed.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 119:6
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Psalms 119:6 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אָ֥ז
לֹא
אֵב֑וֹשׁ
בְּ֝/הַבִּיטִ֗/י
אֶל
כָּל
מִצְוֺתֶֽי/ךָ
אָ֥ז
ʼâz
H227
then
Adv
לֹא
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
אֵב֑וֹשׁ
bûwsh
H954
be ashamed
V-Qal-Imperf-1cs
בְּ֝/הַבִּיטִ֗/י
nâbaṭ
H5027
to look
Prep | V-Hiphil-Inf-a | Suff
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
מִצְוֺתֶֽי/ךָ
mitsvâh
H4687
commandment
N-fp | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 119:6
אָ֥ז
ʼâz
H227
"then"
Adv
This Hebrew word refers to a past time or place, often used to describe something that happened earlier. It can also be used as a conjunction to show a cause-and-effect relationship. In the Bible, it appears in books like Genesis and Isaiah.
Definition: 1) then, at that time 1a) temporal expressions 1a1) then (past) 1a2) then, if...then (future) 1a3) earlier 1b) logical expressions 1b1) in that case 1b2) that (being so)
Usage: Occurs in 133 OT verses. KJV: beginning, for, from, hitherto, now, of old, once, since, then, at which time, yet. See also: Genesis 4:26; 1 Chronicles 22:13; Psalms 2:5.
לֹא
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.
אֵב֑וֹשׁ
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.
בְּ֝/הַבִּיטִ֗/י
nâbaṭ
H5027
"to look"
Prep | V-Hiphil-Inf-a | Suff
This verb means to look or regard something carefully. It can also mean to show favor or care for someone. In the Bible, it is used to describe how God looks at his people with favor and care, as seen in Psalm 138:6.
Definition: 1) to look, regard 1a) (Piel) to look 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) tolook 1b2) to regard, show regard to, pay attention to, consider 1b3) to look upon, regard, show regard to
Usage: Occurs in 67 OT verses. KJV: (cause to) behold, consider, look (down), regard, have respect, see. See also: Genesis 15:5; Psalms 104:32; Psalms 10:14.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
כָּל
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.
מִצְוֺתֶֽי/ךָ
mitsvâh
H4687
"commandment"
N-fp | Suff
This Hebrew word means a command or law given by God or humans, as seen in the Bible's rules and guidelines. It appears in books like Exodus and Deuteronomy. The commandments guide people's actions.
Definition: 1) commandment 1a) commandment (of man) 1b) the commandment (of God) 1c) commandment (of code of wisdom)
Usage: Occurs in 177 OT verses. KJV: (which was) commanded(-ment), law, ordinance, precept. See also: Genesis 26:5; 1 Chronicles 28:8; Psalms 19:9.
Study Notes — Psalms 119:6
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- Context
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- Psalms 119:6 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 119:6
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 119:6
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 119:6
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 119:6
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 119:6
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 119:6
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 119:6
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 119:6
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 119:6
- Sermons on Psalms 119:6
Context — Your Word Is a Lamp to My Feet
4You have ordained Your precepts, that we should keep them diligently.
5Oh, that my ways were committed to keeping Your statutes!
6Then I would not be ashamed when I consider all Your commandments.
7I will praise You with an upright heart when I learn Your righteous judgments. 8I will keep Your statutes; do not utterly forsake me.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 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. |
| 2 | John 15:14 | You are My friends if you do what I command you. |
| 3 | Job 22:26 | Surely then you will delight in the Almighty and lift up your face to God. |
| 4 | Psalms 119:80 | May my heart be blameless in Your statutes, that I may not be put to shame. |
| 5 | Psalms 119:128 | Therefore I admire all Your precepts and hate every false way. |
| 6 | Psalms 119:31 | I cling to Your testimonies, O LORD; let me not be put to shame. |
| 7 | 1 John 3:20–21 | Even if our hearts condemn us, God is greater than our hearts, and He knows all things. Beloved, if our hearts do not condemn us, we have confidence before God, |
| 8 | James 2:10 | Whoever keeps the whole law but stumbles at just one point is guilty of breaking all of it. |
| 9 | Daniel 12:2–3 | And many who sleep in the dust of the earth will awake, some to everlasting life, but others to shame and everlasting contempt. Then the wise will shine like the brightness of the heavens, and those who lead many to righteousness will shine like the stars forever and ever. |
Psalms 119:6 Summary
[This verse means that when we obey God's commands and follow His teachings, we won't have to be ashamed of our actions. It's like when we do something good and feel proud of ourselves, but this time it's because we're doing what God wants us to do, as seen in Psalms 119:5. By following God's commands, we can have confidence and peace, knowing that we're pleasing Him, as encouraged in Proverbs 3:1-6 and 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to consider all God's commandments?
Considering all God's commandments means reflecting on and meditating on the entirety of God's Word, as seen in Psalms 119:6, and seeking to understand and apply its teachings in our lives, as encouraged in Joshua 1:8 and Psalms 1:2.
Why would the psalmist not be ashamed when considering God's commandments?
The psalmist would not be ashamed because they have committed to keeping God's statutes, as expressed in Psalms 119:5, and have a desire to obey and please God, as seen in John 14:15 and 1 John 2:3-6.
How can we apply this verse to our daily lives?
We can apply this verse by regularly reading and meditating on Scripture, as encouraged in Psalms 119:97-100, and seeking to live out its teachings in our daily lives, as seen in Colossians 3:16-17 and 2 Timothy 3:16-17.
What is the relationship between obedience and shame?
Obedience to God's commandments brings freedom from shame, as seen in Psalms 119:6, while disobedience leads to shame and guilt, as seen in Genesis 3:7-10 and Romans 6:21.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I am not fully obeying God's commandments, and how can I surrender them to Him?
- How can I make time to regularly consider and meditate on God's commandments, and what are some practical steps I can take to do so?
- What are some ways that I can demonstrate my commitment to keeping God's statutes, and how can I share this commitment with others?
- In what ways do I struggle with shame or guilt, and how can I find freedom and forgiveness in Christ, as seen in 1 John 1:9 and Romans 8:1-2?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 119:6
Then shall I not be ashamed,.... Of hope in God, of a profession of faith in him, and of a conversation agreeable to it before men; nor of appearing before God in his house, worshipping him there;
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 119:6
Then shall I not be ashamed, when I have respect unto all thy commandments. Then shall I not be ashamed, when I have respect unto all thy commandments.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 119:6
Then shall I not be ashamed; either of my actions, or of my profession of religion, or of my hope and confidence in thy favour. When sinners shall be ashamed both here, , and hereafter, , I, having the conscience of mine own integrity, shall lift up my head with courage and boldness, both before men, when they either accuse or persecute me, and before God in the day of judgment, as it is said, . Respect; a due and true respect, which implies high valuation, hearty affection, diligent study, and common practice. Unto all thy commandments; so as not to be partial in my obedience, not to allow myself in the practice of any known sin, or in the neglect of any known duty.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 119:6
Psalms 119:6 Then shall I not be ashamed, when I have respect unto all thy commandments.Ver. 6. Then shall I not be ashamed] i.e. I shall be highly honoured both by thee and all thy people; able to look thee and them in the face, free from an evil conscience. When I have respect unto all thy commandments] Mine obedience being universal both for subjects and objects: this is a sure sign of sincerity, such as entitleth a man to true blessedness, Psalms 119:1. A hypocrite is funambulus virtutum, as Tertullian phraseth it; he hath a dispensatory conscience; his obedience is partial, and such as goeth in a narrow track; it extendeth not to the compass of the whole law, and is therefore lost labour.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 119:6
(6) Have respect unto.—Literally, look upon, or into, as in a mirror. (Comp. James 1:23.) The Divine Law is as a mirror, which shows man his defects; the faithful, in looking in it, have no cause to blush. Judgments.—Not here in common sense of visitations for sin, but only one of the change of synonyms for law. (See this use in Exodus 21:1; Exodus 24:3, &c.)
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 119:6
Verse 6. Then shall I not be ashamed] Every act of transgression in the wicked man tends to harden his heart; and render it callous. If a man who fears God is so unhappy as to fall into sin, his conscience reproaches him, and he is ashamed before God and man. This is a full proof that God's Spirit has not utterly departed from him, and that he may repent, believe and be healed. Unto all thy commandments.] God requires universal obedience, and all things are possible to him whom Christ strengthens; and all things are possible to him that believes. Allow that any of God's commandments may be transgressed, and we shall soon have the whole decalogue set aside.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 119:6
6. Then points back to Psalms 119:5, and is further explained in 6 b: then … namely, when I &c. No real disgrace or disappointment can befall him whose single aim is the observance of God’s law in all its parts.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 119:6
Then shall I not be ashamed - On the word ashamed, see Job 6:20, note; Psalms 25:2-3, note. The meaning here is, that he would not have occasion to be ashamed; he would not be disappointed; all his hopes would be realized.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 119:6
à, Aleph.1-8. Blessed are the undefiled—This, the first division, contains a general declaration of the blessing of faithfulness to the divine law.
Sermons on Psalms 119:6
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The Connection Between Present Holiness and Future Felicity by Samuel Davies | Samuel Davies preaches about the vital connection between present holiness and future felicity, emphasizing the innate human desire for happiness and the pursuit of earthly pleasur |
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Singleness of Heart by Mary Wilder Tileston | Mary Wilder Tileston preaches about true fidelity to God, emphasizing the importance of obeying God in all things, following His guidance and grace, and having the intention to ple |
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God's Word to Overcome by Eli Brayley | Eli Brayley emphasizes the profound impact of the Word of God, highlighting the unimaginable consequences if the Bible did not exist, such as lacking knowledge of Jesus Christ and |
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Respect Unto All His Commandments (With a Review of Commandments in Ephesians 4) by Hans R. Waldvogel | Hans R. Waldvogel emphasizes the necessity of respecting God's commandments, drawing from Psalms 119 and Ephesians 4 to illustrate the importance of living a life aligned with God' |
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The Second Coming of Christ by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being ready for the coming of Jesus Christ. He uses the analogy of two men on a hill, where one disappears and the other i |
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(Basics) 70. Proving God's Perfect Will(3) by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker discusses how to find the perfect will of God for our lives. They emphasize that in the new covenant age, God primarily speaks to us through our renewed |
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Christians Will Face Persecution by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of staying true to the teachings of Jesus and the apostles in the face of deception and diluted messages in Christianity. It warns against bei |