Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Psalms 119:47 Cross-References
Explore 17 cross-references for Psalms 119:47 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 119 verse 47 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And I will delight myself in thy commandments, which I have loved.”
Psalms 119:47 (KJV)
Commentary on Psalms 119:47
And I will delight myself in thy commandments (וְאֶשְׁתַּֽעֲשַׁע בְּמִצְוֺתֶיךָ)—Sha'a (to delight oneself, take exquisite pleasure) describes luxuriating enjoyment. The Hitpael form emphasizes intensive, reflexive action—the psalmist will thoroughly delight himself in God's mitzvot (commandments). This isn't grim duty but joyful pleasure, echoing Psalm 1:2's meditation that delights. Which I have loved (אֲשֶׁר אָהָבְתִּי)—Ahav (to love) grounds future delight in present affection. The relative clause 'which I have loved' shows this isn't manufactured emotion but authentic, established love fo...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Psalms 119:47
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“which I love. I will meditate on your statutes.”
“O how I love thy law! it is my meditation all the day.”
“yes”
“restoring the soul. Yahweh's testimony is sure”
“I will delight myself in thy statutes: I will not forget thy word.”
“My food is to do the will of him who sent me, and to accomplish his work.,Jesus saith unto them, My meat is to do the will of him that sent me, and to finish his work.,,,,,,,,”
“Yahweh. Your law is my delight.”
“and not turned aside.”
“and your servant loves them.”