Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Psalms 119:9 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Psalms 119:9 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 119 verse 9 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“BETH. Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word.”
Psalms 119:9 (KJV)
Commentary on Psalms 119:9
This verse asks the crucial question: "Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way?" The Hebrew bameh (how/by what means) seeks the method for moral purity. Naar (young man) emphasizes the vulnerability of youth to sin and folly. "Cleanse his way" uses zakah orcho—to purify, make clear, keep pure one's path. The answer: "by taking heed thereto according to thy word." Lishmor (taking heed) means to guard, observe, give attention—active vigilance. God's Word functions as both standard (revealing what is clean) and means (empowering cleansing). This anticipates Ephesians 5:26 (Christ cleanses t...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Psalms 119:9
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“faith”
“putting away all filthiness and overflowing of wickedness”
“you have known the sacred writings which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith”
“to observe to do according to all the law”
“nor my transgressions. Remember me according to your loving kindness”
“that I might not sin against you.”
“to love their children”
“nor stand in the way of sinners”
“if sinners entice you”
“you children”