The first verses of this psalm also highlight the importance of a healthy heart. Psalm 119 contains more verses than of the books in the old testament. Psalms 119 commentary charles spurgeons treasury of david. Digitized by erin bensing, 2007 gordon college, wenham, ma. Read through the following to become familiar with the eight words. Make a path on the classroom floor with masking tape, or tape footprints onto the floor. Being such a long psalm and the longest chapter in the bible this psalm has been of great historical interest. Free download or read online matthew henrys commentary on the whole bible pdf epub book. The first edition of the novel was published in january 1st 1710, and was written by matthew henry.
It is written in a format that will allow us to read and study the key concepts with. This sevenpart study guide will cover selected stanzas of psalm 119. Thy word have i hid in mine heart, that i might not sin against thee. Telling someone we hate them in a fit of anger can damage psyches and relationships. Another prominent theme in psalm 119 is the profound truth that the word of god is allsufficient. Psalm 119 shows us that the word of god should have top priority in our. In his commentary on psalm 119 pastor mott shows how the bible is relevant for every need of life. And thus the psalm, in sentiment, returns into itself. Psalm 119 is going to provide us with an outline for this bible study.
Being such a long psalm and the longest chapter in the bible this psalm has been of some historical note. See the note on verse 3 with regard to the meaning of ways. You have laid down precepts that are to be fully obeyed. Meditations and prayers relating to the law of god. Actually, i think this might be very good study to do as a family. No matter what situation or emotion you may be experiencing in your life, there is a verse in psalm 119 that speaks to it. The new world translation of the holy scriptures is published by jehovahs witnesses. How blessed are those whose way is blameless, who walk in the law of the lord. When these references are examined as a group, they reveal a systematic process through which affliction contributes to the process of spiritual maturation. It is expounded by the prophets and apostles, and praised with the psalms. Psalms 119 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary contains over 34000 pages in its original 56 volume printing. The longest chapter in the bible, psalm 119, is about the bible itself. Psalms 119 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this seven volume magnum opus was first published in weekly installments in the sword and the trowel. Oh, that my ways were steadfast in obeying your decrees.
It is good to reserve these powerful words for appropriate occasions, as the writer of psalm 119 has done. However, walking contrary to the law only causes trouble and suffering verses 6, 8. During those times god seems distant, his word feels dry, and the vibrant intimacy we knew before seems absent leaving us wondering, where is the lord in this. While psalm 111 consists of only seventytwo words and psalm 112 of seventynine words, psalm 119 has 176 verses, in which groups of eight verses of the psalm begin with each successive letter of the hebrew alphabet. When we form an idea of a blessedly holy man psalms 119. Work through psalms 119 either as an individual, a couple, or as a family. Even the most mature believers face dark nights of the soul. Psalm 119 is just about smack dab in the middle of your bible. Since this is a psalm glorifying god and his word, it refers to scripture over and over again. As far as our views, desires, and affections agree with what is here expressed, they come from the influences of the holy spirit, and no further.
I have always understood that psalm 119 is about the word of god. The masorites said that the word of god is mentioned in every verse except psalm 119. The book of psalms is in the third section of the hebrew bible, the khetuvim, and a. This sampling of commentaries gives the idea that most scholars have given up on psalm 119 and classified it as they do the majority of proverbs. Psalm 119 is the longest chapter in the whole bible. Psalms 119 commentary commentary critical and explanatory on. May 21, 2012 an explanation of psalm 119 interesting facts. Click download or read online button to get commentary on psalm 119 book now. Psalm 119 john gills commentary of the whole bible. That is just about the right size for a five to seven minute session. God is addressed or referred to in every one of the 176 verses.
Most people in the world have no experience of lasting joy in their lives. It is an alphabetic acrostic in which each group of eight verses all begin with the same letter of the hebrew alphabet, and almost every verse focuses on the beauty of gods torah. Or what hope is there we should attain to the endthat is, to the perfection of pietywhen we are careless of the beginnings thereof, which are purposes, intentions, and resolutions. Psalms 119 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this seven volume magnum opus was first published in weekly installments in. Hebrew transliteration by anonymous christian classics ethereal library. The psalms of david the argument this book of psalms is set forth unto us by the holy ghost, to be esteemed as a most precious treasure, wherein all things are contained that appertain to true felicity, as well in this life present as in the life to come. The pardoning mercy of god in christ, is the only source of a sinners happiness. Perhaps it should be thought of as an old testament pilgrims progress.
The form of psalm 119 the hebrew psalter contains a number of acrostic, or alphabetic, psalms. Other people analyze this differently with disagreement. The masoretes a group of jewish scholars between the 6 th and 10 th centuries ad said that the word of god is mentioned in every verse except psalm 119. Study the bible online using commentary on psalm 119 and more. Commentary on psalm 119 download ebook pdf, epub, tuebl, mobi. Scripture does not tell us who wrote this psalm, but many scholars believe that it was written by one of the young people taken from jerusalem in the babylonian exile. It is a good way, and they are blessed that walk in it. Bible stories reading plans search bible words by language bible word meanings spirit and life bible study videos bible commentary pdf files about the bible. I cover two verses a day one in the morning and one in the evening.
This commentary is the result of sermons preached on psalm 119 from march september 2015 at bethel baptist church. In psalm 119, matt chandler aims to introduce viewers to the words of king david who experienced similar seasons of life. Walking in the light is a 4week selfpaced bible study journal that guides you stepbystep as you study psalm 119. My usual practice when writing the commentary for a biblical passage is to treat each verse or phrase individuallyalbeit with an introduction to help the reader appreciate the context. Psalms 119 msg youre blessed when you stay on bible. Each volume is between 500 and 600 pages, with a total of 1,677 pages. Although with the proverbs it is quite appropriate to view them as short pithy statements with little or no connectedness between them, in psalm 119 we are reluctant to take such a view. If there was a simple and free way for you to set up an online bible study group and invite these friends to join you for a 30day bible study of psalm 119, would you do it. Summaryi am blessed if my walk is blameless, and that can only be achieved by walking according to gods laws. This psalm may be considered as the statement of a believers experience.
Living and loving the word a commentary on psalm 119. Biblical commentary bible study psalm 119 exegesis. By going through this psalm in a systematic way, we are going to learn some important things about how we should approach scripture, and how to best study the bible. Click download or read online button to get a commentary on psalm 119 book now. The psalm is remarkable for how often it refers to gods written revelation, his word. Blessed are those who keep his statutes and seek him with all their heart they do no wrong but follow his ways. My prayer is for us as a congregation is to fall in love with gods word. The main characters of this religion, religion story are.
A considerable portion of the sacred volume as the book of psalms and canticles in the old testament, and a large part of the several epistles in the new testament. Delitzsch gives us the inscription above this psalm in his old german version. Way and path both mean the same thing in the psalm. Psalms 9, 10, 25, 34, 37, 111, 112 and 145 are examples. Psalm 119 contains more verses than 16 of the books in the new testament. Readers of this work on psalm 119 will soon understand why archbishop ussher said of manton that he was one of the best preachers in england, and why the stephen charnock described. The master musicians melodies bereans adult bible fellowship placerita baptist church 2008 by william d. It is divided into twentytwo parts or stanzas, denoted by the twentytwo letters of the hebrew alphabet.
Read psalm 119 commentary using the treasury of david. Psalm 119 is the 119th psalm of the book of psalms, generally known in english by its first verse, in the king james version, blessed are the undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the lord. A celebration of the beauty of the word of god in his general audience of november 9, 2011, pope benedict xvi focused his catechesis on psalm 119, the longest of the psalms. This strophe is the one that was made the basis of the hymn, oh how love i thy law, see chapter introduction, and from which we selected a title for this entire psalm 119. Where needed, i include verses that the lectionary skipped. As one examines the text of psalm 119, the progress of the young man in his walk with god becomes evident. Bible interlinear psalm 119 psalm 119 interlinear bible. But, dont let the length of the chapter hinder you. By utilizing our free email based bible studies and existing social media platforms, studying the bible online with friends is easier than you think. How blessed are those who observe his testimonies, who seek him. The main theme of psalm 119 is the word of god, which is mentioned in 169 of its. Jan 02, 2020 the persecution and affliction of the man and woman of god is a major theme of psalm 119. Regardless of writer, psalm 119 has some very special qualities.
Below are eight hebrew words and what they are translated as in english most frequently. Verse the last, bring me into this way, that i may be blessed. Psalm 119 your word is a lamp to my feet and a light for my path. Psalm 119 read and pray every day a sermon by jeremy myers. This psalm is focused on praising god for the bible. With bible gateway plus, you gain instant access to a digital bible study library, including complete notes from the niv cultural backgrounds study bible and the new bible commentary. This document has been generated from xsl extensible stylesheet language source with renderx xep formatter, version 3. Free psalm 119 online bible study with sarah koontz. Psalm 119 the wonder of the word psalm 119 has as its theme the word of god. They may not know why it works, but many times it doesnt matter, the bottom line is that it works. An exposition of psalm 119 by charles bridges new york. If god deals in strict justice with us, we all perish. There have been many lengthy works written on this psalm.
Biblememorizescripture emphasis can come across as moralistic, like the exhortations tacked on the end of a bad sermon. A commentary on psalm 119 download ebook pdf, epub, tuebl, mobi. Study the bible online using commentary on psalm 119. Each stanza contains eight verses, and the first letter of each verse is that which gives name to the stanza. Study psalm 119 using matthew henry bible commentary complete to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. The christians golden abc of the praise, love, power and use of the word of god. All of our resources exist to guide you toward everlasting joy in jesus christ. But writing the commentary for this passage was a challenge due to the length of.
Study guide for psalm 119 by david guzik blue letter bible. Other acrostic texts include psalm 25, 34, 37, 111, 112. Aleph blessed are those whose ways are blameless, who walk according to the law of the lord. Pdf matthew henrys commentary on the whole bible book by. Thus the psalms are useful for singing praises to god. Apr 23, 2017 when we say we love hamburgers or chocolate or iced caramel macchiotos, it takes away from the meaning when we say we love our spouse, our family, or god. It, like psalms 111 and 112, is an alphabetic acrostic in form, but it is vastly in substance. It must be at once apparent that seeking god is a right thinga thing fitting and becoming for man, as the creature and the child of god, to do. According to psalm 119, this type of walking consistently choosing to follow the path that god has revealed through the law leads inexorably to a happy, blessed life.
The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of and is available in hardcover format. First of all, it has the distinction of being the longest chapter in the bible. An acrostic poem in hebrew is one in which the initial letters of the lines form the alphabet in order. It is our prayer that this commentary will result in your progress. Psalm 119 is remarkable for how often it refers to gods written revelation, his word.
Underline where the psalmist says scripture comes from in the following verses. Charles bridges spends an average of two pages per verse. The persecution and affliction of the man and woman of god is a major theme of psalm 119. Psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs barrick, placerita baptist church 2008 6 119. Psalms 119 commentary commentary critical and explanatory. These words refer to scripture or gods written word. Our lessismore bible study approach guides you to dig into the bible and hear god speak as you learn to apply five simple daily practices. For the riches of true knowledge and heavenly wisdom, are here set open for us, to take. Psalm 119 was written somewhere between 24003000 years ago. The nasb update carri es on the nasb tradition of being a true bible translation, revealing what the original. Permission requests for commercial use within the usa and canada that exceeds the above guidelines must be directed to. It is a great help to godliness to resolve that we will live godly.
So the word points to the particular instructions of the lord, as of one who cares about detail. Commentary on psalm 119 download ebook pdf, epub, tuebl. They are also useful for teaching and confirming that jesus is the christ or messiah. Psalm 119 is made up of 176 verses making it the longest psalm as well as the longest chapter in the bible. Aug 26, 2011 this resolution is found in psalm 119. This psalm contains 176 verses of praise of hashem, making it the longest chapter in the entire tanach. The 119th psalm makes reference to affliction seven times, using either the verb ana or its cognate noun, oni see texts and key words for details. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. A commentary on psalm 119 download ebook pdf, epub. The powerful promises of psalm 119 teach us how to commune with god in the good times and the bad, revealing the critical role gods word is to play in our daytoday lives.