Psalm 119:163
New International Version
I hate and detest falsehood but I love your law.

New Living Translation
I hate and abhor all falsehood, but I love your instructions.

English Standard Version
I hate and abhor falsehood, but I love your law.

Berean Standard Bible
I hate and abhor falsehood, but Your law I love.

King James Bible
I hate and abhor lying: but thy law do I love.

New King James Version
I hate and abhor lying, But I love Your law.

New American Standard Bible
I hate and loathe falsehood, But I love Your Law.

NASB 1995
I hate and despise falsehood, But I love Your law.

NASB 1977
I hate and despise falsehood, But I love Thy law.

Legacy Standard Bible
I hate and abhor lying, But I love Your law.

Amplified Bible
I hate and detest falsehood, But I love Your law.

Christian Standard Bible
I hate and abhor falsehood, but I love your instruction.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
I hate and abhor falsehood, but I love Your instruction.

American Standard Version
I hate and abhor falsehood; But thy law do I love.

Contemporary English Version
I can't stand liars, but I love your Law.

English Revised Version
I hate and abhor falsehood; but thy law do I love.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
I hate lying; I am disgusted with it. I love your teachings.

Good News Translation
I hate and detest all lies, but I love your law.

International Standard Version
I despise and hate falsehood, but I love your instruction.

Majority Standard Bible
I hate and abhor falsehood, but Your law I love.

NET Bible
I hate and despise deceit; I love your law.

New Heart English Bible
I hate and abhor falsehood. I love your Law.

Webster's Bible Translation
I hate and abhor lying: but thy law do I love.

World English Bible
I hate and abhor falsehood. I love your law.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
I have hated falsehood, indeed I detest [it], "" I have loved Your law.

Young's Literal Translation
Falsehood I have hated, yea I abominate it, Thy law I have loved.

Smith's Literal Translation
I hated falsehood, and I will abhor it: I loved thy law.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
I have hated and abhorred iniquity; but I have loved thy law.

Catholic Public Domain Version
I have held hatred for iniquity, and I have abhorred it. Yet I have loved your law.

New American Bible
Falsehood I hate and abhor; your law I love.

New Revised Standard Version
I hate and abhor falsehood, but I love your law.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
I hate and despise evil; but thy law do I love.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
I have hated and despised evil and I have loved your Law.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
I hate and abhor falsehood; Thy law do I love.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
I hate and abhor unrighteousness; but I love thy law.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Your Word is a Lamp to My Feet
162I rejoice in Your promise like one who finds great spoil. 163I hate and abhor falsehood, but Your law I love. 164Seven times a day I praise You for Your righteous judgments.…

Cross References
Proverbs 6:16-19
There are six things that the LORD hates, seven that are detestable to Him: / haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, / a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that run swiftly to evil, ...

Proverbs 13:5
The righteous hate falsehood, but the wicked bring shame and disgrace.

Proverbs 12:22
Lying lips are detestable to the LORD, but those who deal faithfully are His delight.

Isaiah 61:8
For I, the LORD, love justice; I hate robbery and iniquity; in My faithfulness I will give them their recompense and make an everlasting covenant with them.

Amos 5:15
Hate evil and love good; establish justice in the gate. Perhaps the LORD, the God of Hosts, will be gracious to the remnant of Joseph.”

Zechariah 8:17
do not plot evil in your hearts against your neighbor, and do not love to swear falsely, for I hate all these things,” declares the LORD.

Psalm 101:7
No one who practices deceit shall dwell in my house; no one who tells lies shall stand in my presence.

Psalm 5:6
You destroy those who tell lies; the LORD abhors the man of bloodshed and deceit.

Psalm 31:6
I hate those who cling to worthless idols, but in the LORD I trust.

Psalm 119:104
I gain understanding from Your precepts; therefore I hate every false way.

Psalm 119:128
Therefore I admire all Your precepts and hate every false way.

Romans 12:9
Love must be sincere. Detest what is evil; cling to what is good.

Ephesians 4:25
Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to his neighbor, for we are all members of one another.

Colossians 3:9
Do not lie to one another, since you have taken off the old self with its practices,

1 Peter 3:10-11
For, “Whoever would love life and see good days must keep his tongue from evil and his lips from deceitful speech. / He must turn from evil and do good; he must seek peace and pursue it.


Treasury of Scripture

I hate and abhor lying: but your law do I love.

hate

Psalm 119:29,113,128
Remove from me the way of lying: and grant me thy law graciously…

Psalm 10:17
LORD, thou hast heard the desire of the humble: thou wilt prepare their heart, thou wilt cause thine ear to hear:

Proverbs 6:16-19
These six things doth the LORD hate: yea, seven are an abomination unto him: …

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Psalm 119
1. This psalm contains various prayers, praises, and professions of obedience.
2. Aleph.
9. Beth
17. Gimel
25. Daleth
33. He
41. Waw
49. Zayin
57. Heth
65. Teth
73. Yodh
81. Kaph
89. Lamedh
97. Mem
105. Nun
113. Samekh
121. Ayin
129. Pe
137. Tsadhe
145. Qoph
153. Resh
161. Sin and Shin
169. Taw














I hate and abhor
The Hebrew words used here are "שָׂנֵאתִי" (sane'ti) for "hate" and "תָּעַבְתִּי" (ta'avti) for "abhor." Both words convey a strong emotional response, indicating a deep, visceral rejection. In the context of the psalmist's devotion, this dual expression underscores a profound moral and spiritual repulsion towards anything that contradicts God's truth. Historically, the Hebrew culture placed a high value on truth and integrity, viewing falsehood as not just a personal failing but a communal threat. This intense aversion to deceit reflects a heart aligned with God's righteousness, echoing the biblical principle that God Himself detests lies (Proverbs 6:16-19).

falsehood
The term "שֶׁקֶר" (sheker) is used here, meaning "falsehood" or "deception." In the ancient Near Eastern context, falsehood was not merely a matter of incorrect information but a violation of divine order and justice. The psalmist's rejection of falsehood is a commitment to living in truth, which is foundational to a life of faith. Scripturally, falsehood is often associated with the adversary, the "father of lies" (John 8:44), contrasting sharply with the nature of God, who is truth (John 14:6). This highlights the spiritual battle between truth and deception, urging believers to discern and reject falsehood in all its forms.

but Your law I love
The Hebrew word for "law" is "תּוֹרָה" (torah), which encompasses God's teachings, instructions, and commandments. The psalmist's declaration of love for God's law signifies more than mere obedience; it is an expression of deep affection and reverence for divine wisdom. Historically, the Torah was central to Jewish life, guiding moral, spiritual, and communal conduct. The psalmist's love for the law reflects a heart transformed by God's word, finding joy and purpose in His commandments. This love is not burdensome but liberating, as it aligns the believer with God's will and character. In a broader scriptural context, Jesus affirmed the enduring value of God's law, fulfilling it through His life and teachings (Matthew 5:17-18), inviting believers to embrace it as a path to true freedom and life.

Verse 163. - I hate and abhor lying; or, "falsehood." False systems of religion are in the psalmist's thoughts; or, at any rate, false moral teaching, lie is not speaking of the habit of lying. But thy Law do I love (see the comment on ver. 159).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
I hate
שָׂ֭נֵאתִי (nê·ṯî)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 8130: To hate

and abhor
וַאֲתַעֵ֑בָה (wa·’ă·ṯa·‘ê·ḇāh)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Conjunctive imperfect Cohortative - first person common singular
Strong's 8581: To loathe, detest

falsehood,
שֶׁ֣קֶר (še·qer)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 8267: Deception, disappointment, falsehood

[but] Your law
תּוֹרָתְךָ֥ (tō·w·rā·ṯə·ḵā)
Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 8451: Direction, instruction, law

I love.
אָהָֽבְתִּי׃ (’ā·hā·ḇə·tî)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 157: To have affection f


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