King James Version
psalm 119:20 in the King James Version says “My soul breaketh for the longing that it hath unto thy judgments at all times.” — study this verse from psalm chapter 119 with commentary, cross-references, and original Greek word analysis.
“My soul breaketh for the longing that it hath unto thy judgments at all times.”
psalm 119:20 · KJV
Open thou mine eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of thy law. Open: Heb. Reveal
I am a stranger in the earth: hide not thy commandments from me.
My soul breaketh for the longing that it hath unto thy judgments at all times.
Thou hast rebuked the proud that are cursed, which do err from thy commandments.
Remove from me reproach and contempt; for I have kept thy testimonies.
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