Psalm 119:11-12 KJV

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Psalms 119:11

Here is, 1. The close application which David made of the word of God to himself: He hid it in his heart, laid it up there, that it might be ready to him whenever he had occasion to use it; he laid it up as that which he valued highly, and had a warm regard for, and which he was afraid of losing and being robbed of. God's word is a treasure worth laying up, and there is no laying it up safely but in our hearts; if we have it only in our houses and hands, enemies may take it from us; if only in... read more

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Psalms 119:12

Here, 1. David gives glory to God: ?Blessed art thou, O Lord! Thou art infinitely happy in the enjoyment of thyself and hast no need of me or my services; yet thou art pleased to reckon thyself honoured by them; assist me therefore, and then accept me.? In all our prayers we should intermix praises. 2. He asks grace from God: ?Teach me thy statutes; give me to know and do my duty in every thing. Thou art the fountain of all blessedness; O let me have this drop from that fountain, this blessing... read more

John Gill

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Psalms 119:11

Thy word have I hid in mine heart ,.... Not only heard and read it, but received it into his affections; mixed it with faith, laid it up in his mind and memory for future use; preserved it in his heart as a choice treasure, where it might dwell richly, and be of service to him on many occasions; and particularly be of the following use: that I might not sin against thee ; the word of God is a most powerful antidote against sin, when it has a place in the heart; not only the precepts of... read more

John Gill

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Psalms 119:12

Blessed art thou, O Lord ,.... In himself, in his nature, persons, and perfections; the fountain of all happiness to angels and men, in time and to eternity; to whom all blessing, honour, and glory, are to be given. The psalmist takes this method of praising and ascribing blessing to God, for what he had received from him; particularly for teaching him what he had learned, Psalm 119:7 ; in hopes of succeeding in his following request: teach me thy statutes ; the knowledge of the best... read more

Adam Clarke

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Psalms 119:11

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Adam Clarke

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Psalms 119:12

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John Calvin

John Calvin's Commentary on the Bible - Psalms 119:11

Verse 11 11.I have hid thy word in my heart. This psalm not being composed for the personal and peculiar use of the author only, we may therefore understand, that as frequently as David sets before us his own example, under this model he points out the course we ought to pursue. Here we are informed that we are well fortified against the stratagems of Satan when God’s law is deeply seated in our hearts. For unless it have a fast and firm hold there, we will readily fall into sin. Among... read more

John Calvin

John Calvin's Commentary on the Bible - Psalms 119:12

Verse 12 12.Blessed art thou, O Jehovah! Such had been the prophet’s proficiency, that he was not only one of ‘God’s disciples, but also a public teacher of the Church. Nevertheless, acknowledging himself and all the upright to be only one their journey till they arrive at the close of life, he fails not to ask for the spirit of understanding. This passage informs us generally, that if God do not enlighten us with the spirit of discernment, we are not competent to behold the light which shines... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 119:1-24

The blessedness of obedience. The first two verses of the psalm leave no mistake as to the nature of true obedience; it includes: 1. Integrity of heart . Sincerity, being "undefiled," seeking the favor and entering the service of God "with the whole heart" ( Psalms 119:10 ), with a spirit in which "is no guile." 2. Consistency of conduct . "Walking in the Law," "keeping his commandments;" it is" he that doeth righteousness that is righteous" (John). 3. Patient... read more