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Psalms 119:11 Cross-References
Explore 13 cross-references for Psalms 119:11 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 119 verse 11 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee.”
Psalms 119:11 (KJV)
Commentary on Psalms 119:11
The Hebrew 'tsaphan' (hid) suggests treasuring or storing up, not concealment from others. Hiding God's Word 'in the heart' (leb—the inner person, including mind and will) means deep internalization through memorization and meditation. The purpose clause 'that I might not sin against thee' reveals Scripture's sanctifying function (John 17:17; Ephesians 5:26). This verse embodies the psalmist's strategy for holiness: preventive rather than merely corrective. Christ exemplified this principle by wielding Scripture against Satan's temptations (Matthew 4:4, 7, 10). The verse assumes God's Word as ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Psalms 119:11
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“The law of his God is in his heart; none of his steps shall slide.”
“hymns”
“my God. Yes”
“and I ate them; and your words were to me a joy and the rejoicing of my heart: for I am called by your name”
“But his delight is in the law of the LORD; and in his law doth he meditate day and night.”
“and lay up his words in your heart.”
“When wisdom entereth into thine heart”
“O how I love thy law! it is my meditation all the day.”
“you who know righteousness”
“if you will receive my words”