Psalms 119:103
Psalms 119:103 Meaning and Explanation
“How sweet are thy words unto my taste! yea, sweeter than honey to my mouth!”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Psalms 119:103
The experiential delight of God's words through sensory metaphor.
What Does Psalms 119:103 Mean?
'How sweet are thy words unto my taste!' invokes sensory experience. The psalmist experiences God's words through taste—they are savory, pleasurable, satisfying to his inner palate.
'Yea, sweeter than honey to my mouth!' emphasizes the comparison with honey, the sweetest substance known in biblical times. God's words exceed even this supreme standard of sweetness.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 119:103
What does Psalms 119:103 mean?
God's words are delightful, surpassing even the sweetness of honey.
What is the context of Psalms 119:103?
The experiential delight of God's words through sensory metaphor.