Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Psalms 119:5 Cross-References
Explore 11 cross-references for Psalms 119:5 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 119 verse 5 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“O that my ways were directed to keep thy statutes!”
Psalms 119:5 (KJV)
Commentary on Psalms 119:5
Achalai yikkonu drakhay lishmor chuqekha (Oh that my ways were directed/established to keep Your statutes!). Achalai (Oh that/would that) expresses earnest longing. Kun (be established/fixed/directed) indicates firm resolve and consistent course. Derek (way/path) represents conduct, lifestyle. Chok (statute) means engraved decree, fixed law. The psalmist longs for internal transformation enabling consistent obedience. This isn't proud confidence ("I will obey") but humble petition ("Oh that I could obey!"), acknowledging need for divine help to establish wavering ways. Anticipates new covenant...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Psalms 119:5
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“O God. Renew a right spirit within me.”
“and into the patience of Christ.”
“working in you that which is well pleasing in his sight”
“says Yahweh: I will put my law in their inward parts”
“not toward selfish gain.”
“for you have set my heart free.”
“for I have chosen your precepts.”
“Yahweh”
“forever and ever.”