Psalms 119:10 Meaning and Explanation
“With my whole heart have I sought thee: O let me not wander from thy commandments.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The psalmist has pursued God wholeheartedly and begs for protection from abandoning his commandments.
The Context of Psalms 119:10
The psalmist's confession of devoted seeking combined with a prayer against spiritual drift.
What Does Psalms 119:10 Mean?
'With my whole heart have I sought thee' affirms the psalmist's complete commitment to seeking God. This is not a halfhearted or occasional endeavor but the central passion of his existence.
The prayer 'O let me not wander from thy commandments' follows. To 'wander' suggests drift, gradual deviation, or being led astray. The psalmist recognizes the constant danger of subtle compromise and seeks God's help to maintain his course.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 119:10
What does Psalms 119:10 mean?
The psalmist has pursued God wholeheartedly and begs for protection from abandoning his commandments.
What is the context of Psalms 119:10?
The psalmist's confession of devoted seeking combined with a prayer against spiritual drift.