Psalms 119:5 Meaning and Explanation
“O that my ways were directed to keep thy statutes!”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The psalmist expresses desire for God to guide his life so he can faithfully keep God's statutes.
The Context of Psalms 119:5
A personal prayer for God to direct the speaker's path toward obedience.
What Does Psalms 119:5 Mean?
Here the focus shifts inward: the psalmist makes a passionate wish. He longs for his 'ways'—the direction and pattern of his life—to be established or guided by God toward obedience to his statutes.
This is a prayer for divine direction and enabling. The psalmist recognizes that keeping God's law requires both his effort and God's guiding hand working within him.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 119:5
What does Psalms 119:5 mean?
The psalmist expresses desire for God to guide his life so he can faithfully keep God's statutes.
What is the context of Psalms 119:5?
A personal prayer for God to direct the speaker's path toward obedience.