Psalms 119:174
Psalms 119:174 Meaning and Explanation
“I have longed for thy salvation, O LORD; and thy law is my delight.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The psalmist yearns for God's deliverance and finds joy in his law.
The Context of Psalms 119:174
Longing for future salvation while delighting in present communion through God's law.
What Does Psalms 119:174 Mean?
'I have longed for thy salvation, O LORD' expresses deepest desire. The psalmist's longing—his intense yearning—is directed toward God's saving intervention.
'And thy law is my delight' shows the complementary joy. While longing for salvation, the psalmist currently finds delight in God's law, which sustains him.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 119:174
What does Psalms 119:174 mean?
The psalmist yearns for God's deliverance and finds joy in his law.
What is the context of Psalms 119:174?
Longing for future salvation while delighting in present communion through God's law.