Psalms 119:57
Psalms 119:57 Meaning and Explanation
“Thou art my portion, O LORD: I have said that I would keep thy words.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Psalms 119:57
God as ultimate inheritance leading to the commitment to keep his word.
What Does Psalms 119:57 Mean?
'Thou art my portion, O LORD' uses the language of inheritance. A portion is one's assigned share. Instead of land, wealth, or status, the psalmist's portion—his deepest possession and inheritance—is God himself.
'I have said that I would keep thy words' shows the response: this commitment to keep God's words flows naturally from recognizing God as one's ultimate portion.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 119:57
What does Psalms 119:57 mean?
God is the psalmist's inheritance, and he has committed to obey his word.
What is the context of Psalms 119:57?
God as ultimate inheritance leading to the commitment to keep his word.