Psalms 119:14 Meaning and Explanation
“I have rejoiced in the way of thy testimonies, as much as in all riches.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The psalmist values God's testimonies more highly than material wealth.
The Context of Psalms 119:14
The superiority of spiritual joy in God's truth over material possessions.
What Does Psalms 119:14 Mean?
'I have rejoiced in the way of thy testimonies' expresses joy in following God's revealed truth. 'The way of thy testimonies' is the path illuminated by what God has witnessed to himself—his truth made known.
The comparison 'as much as in all riches' is striking. In ancient and modern contexts, riches represent security, power, and comfort. The psalmist equates spiritual joy from God's truth with—or above—that material blessing, a radical reordering of values.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 119:14
What does Psalms 119:14 mean?
The psalmist values God's testimonies more highly than material wealth.
What is the context of Psalms 119:14?
The superiority of spiritual joy in God's truth over material possessions.