Psalms 19
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1The heavens declare the glory of God. The expanse shows his handiwork. 2Day after day they pour out speech, and night after night they display knowledge. 3There is no speech nor language, where their voice is not heard. 4Their voice has gone out through all the earth, their words to the end of the world. In them he has set a tent for the sun, 5which is as a bridegroom coming out of his room, like a strong man rejoicing to run his course. 6His going out is from the end of the heavens, his circuit to its ends; There is nothing hidden from its heat. 7Yahweh’s law is perfect, restoring the soul. Yahweh’s testimony is sure, making wise the simple. 8Yahweh’s precepts are right, rejoicing the heart. Yahweh’s commandment is pure, enlightening the eyes. 9The fear of Yahweh is clean, enduring forever. Yahweh’s ordinances are true, and righteous altogether. 10More to be desired are they than gold, yes, than much fine gold; sweeter also than honey and the extract of the honeycomb. 11Moreover by them is your servant warned. In keeping them there is great reward. 12Who can discern his errors? Forgive me from hidden errors. 13Keep back your servant also from presumptuous sins. Let them not have dominion over me. Then I will be upright. I will be blameless and innocent of great transgression. 14Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, Yahweh, my rock, and my redeemer.
World English Bible (public domain)
“The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims his handiwork.”
Psalms 19:1
Summary
Psalms 19 celebrates the glory of God as revealed in creation and the perfection of His law. The first part of the chapter describes how the heavens declare the majesty and craftsmanship of God, emphasizing that creation itself communicates God's glory. This universal revelation is available to all who observe the natural world. The second part shifts focus to the beauty and truth of God's law, which revives the soul and brings wisdom, joy, and light. It highlights the desirability and completeness of God’s commandments, portraying them as more precious than gold and sweeter than honey. The psalm concludes with a personal petition for purity and integrity, asking God to keep the psalmist from hidden faults and willful sins so that he may be blameless before God. The overarching themes of revelation through nature and the law underscore the dual witness of God's sovereignty and righteousness.
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