Psalms 119:127 Meaning and Explanation
“Therefore I love thy commandments above gold; yea, above fine gold.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Because of the rejection of God's law, the psalmist treasures God's commandments beyond precious metals.
The Context of Psalms 119:127
The psalmist's treasuring of God's commandments in contrast to their rejection by others.
What Does Psalms 119:127 Mean?
'Therefore I love thy commandments above gold' states the psalmist's response to the crisis of rejection. Precisely because others reject God's commandments, the psalmist loves them—he values them supremely.
'Yea, above fine gold' amplifies the comparison. Gold is precious and valuable; fine gold is the purest and most valuable form. The psalmist ranks God's commandments even higher.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 119:127
What does Psalms 119:127 mean?
Because of the rejection of God's law, the psalmist treasures God's commandments beyond precious metals.
What is the context of Psalms 119:127?
The psalmist's treasuring of God's commandments in contrast to their rejection by others.