King James Version
psalm 119:16 in the King James Version says “I will delight myself in thy statutes: I will not forget thy word.” — study this verse from psalm chapter 119 with commentary, cross-references, and original Greek word analysis.
“I will delight myself in thy statutes: I will not forget thy word.”
psalm 119:16 · KJV
I have rejoiced in the way of thy testimonies, as much as in all riches.
I will meditate in thy precepts, and have respect unto thy ways.
I will delight myself in thy statutes: I will not forget thy word.
GIMEL. Deal bountifully with thy servant, that I may live, and keep thy word.
Open thou mine eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of thy law. Open: Heb. Reveal
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