Psalms 119:61 Meaning and Explanation
“The bands of the wicked have robbed me: but I have not forgotten thy law.”
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Read Full Chapter →Though the wicked have bound and taken from the psalmist, he maintains his memory of God's law.
The Context of Psalms 119:61
Maintaining devotion to God's law despite persecution and loss.
What Does Psalms 119:61 Mean?
'The bands of the wicked have robbed me' indicates active persecution. The wicked, acting in groups, have physically restrained or harmed the psalmist and taken what belongs to him.
'But I have not forgotten thy law' shows the unbreakable bond. Despite loss and hardship, the psalmist's memory of God's law remains intact. No amount of external deprivation can erase what is written in his heart.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 119:61
What does Psalms 119:61 mean?
Though the wicked have bound and taken from the psalmist, he maintains his memory of God's law.
What is the context of Psalms 119:61?
Maintaining devotion to God's law despite persecution and loss.