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Psalms 119:38 Cross-References
Explore 9 cross-references for Psalms 119:38 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 119 verse 38 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Stablish thy word unto thy servant, who is devoted to thy fear.”
Psalms 119:38 (KJV)
Commentary on Psalms 119:38
Stablish thy word unto thy servant (הָקֵם לְעַבְדְּךָ אִמְרָתֶךָ)—Qum (to arise, establish, confirm) requests God make His imrah (word, utterance) stand firm in the psalmist's life. The phrase 'thy servant' (avdekha) grounds the request in covenant relationship—God owes no obligation except His own promise to those who serve Him. Who is devoted to thy fear (אֲשֶׁר לְיִרְאָתֶךָ)—Yirah (fear, reverence) is the foundational Hebrew virtue: awe-filled worship that produces obedience. The relative clause 'who is devoted' describes the servant's character—the word is established to those who fear God...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Psalms 119:38
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“that they may fear me forever”
“in those who hope in his loving kindness.”
“his righteousness to children's children;”
“in him is the Yes. Therefore also through him is the Amen, to the glory of God through us.”
“so Yahweh has compassion on those who fear him.”
“Yahweh God”
“so great is his loving kindness toward those who fear him.”
“because you gave me hope.”
“and will save them.”