Psalms 119:158
Psalms 119:158 Meaning and Explanation
“I beheld the transgressors, and was grieved; because they kept not thy word.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The psalmist is distressed by the sight of the wicked who reject God's word.
The Context of Psalms 119:158
The psalmist's compassionate sorrow over the wicked's rejection of God's word.
What Does Psalms 119:158 Mean?
'I beheld the transgressors, and was grieved' describes the psalmist's emotional response. Seeing those who break God's law provokes not anger but grief—deep sorrow.
'Because they kept not thy word' explains the source of grief. What grieves the psalmist is not personal harm but that others have rejected God's word. Their apostasy breaks his heart.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 119:158
What does Psalms 119:158 mean?
The psalmist is distressed by the sight of the wicked who reject God's word.
What is the context of Psalms 119:158?
The psalmist's compassionate sorrow over the wicked's rejection of God's word.