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What Does Psalms 19:6 Mean?

Psalms 19:6 in the King James Version says “His going forth is from the end of the heaven, and his circuit unto the ends of it: and there is nothing hid from the he... — study this verse from Psalms chapter 19 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.

His going forth is from the end of the heaven, and his circuit unto the ends of it: and there is nothing hid from the heat thereof.

Psalms 19:6 · KJV


Context

4

Their line is gone out through all the earth, and their words to the end of the world. In them hath he set a tabernacle for the sun, line: or, rule, or, direction

5

Which is as a bridegroom coming out of his chamber, and rejoiceth as a strong man to run a race.

6

His going forth is from the end of the heaven, and his circuit unto the ends of it: and there is nothing hid from the heat thereof.

7

The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple. law: or, doctrine converting: or, restoring

8

The statutes of the LORD are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the LORD is pure, enlightening the eyes.


Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
The sun's rising is from heaven's end, its circuit to the other end; nothing is hidden from its heat. The Hebrew 'tequphah' (circuit/course) describes the sun's apparent path. Universal coverage—nothing escapes its light and heat—parallels God's omniscience and omnipresence (Psalm 139:7-12). This anticipates judgment day when all hidden things will be revealed (1 Corinthians 4:5, Hebrews 4:13).

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Historical & Cultural Context

Ancient cosmology viewed the sun as traversing a dome over the earth. The poetic imagery serves theological truth about God's all-seeing nature.

Reflection Questions

  1. How does the sun's universal reach illustrate God's comprehensive awareness?
  2. What 'hidden' areas of your life need to be brought into God's light?

Original Language Analysis

Hebrew · 9 words
מִקְצֵ֤ה1 of 9

is from the end

H7097

an extremity

הַשָּׁמַ֨יִם׀2 of 9

of the heaven

H8064

the sky (as aloft; the dual perhaps alluding to the visible arch in which the clouds move, as well as to the higher ether where the celestial bodies r

מֽוֹצָא֗וֹ3 of 9

His going forth

H4161

a going forth, i.e., (the act) an egress, or (the place) an exit; hence, a source or product; specifically, dawn, the rising of the sun (the east), ex

וּתְקוּפָת֥וֹ4 of 9

and his circuit

H8622

a revolution, i.e., (of the sun) course, (of time) lapse

עַל5 of 9
H5921

above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications

קְצוֹתָ֑ם6 of 9

unto the ends

H7098

a termination

וְאֵ֥ין7 of 9
H369

a nonentity; generally used as a negative particle

נִ֝סְתָּ֗ר8 of 9

of it and there is nothing hid

H5641

to hide (by covering), literally or figuratively

מֵֽחַמָּתוֹ׃9 of 9

from the heat

H2535

heat; by implication, the sun


Study Guide

Historical Context

This verse is found in the book of Psalms. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.

Theological Significance

Psalms 19:6 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.

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