Psalm 119:55
New International Version
In the night, LORD, I remember your name, that I may keep your law.

New Living Translation
I reflect at night on who you are, O LORD; therefore, I obey your instructions.

English Standard Version
I remember your name in the night, O LORD, and keep your law.

Berean Standard Bible
In the night, O LORD, I remember Your name, that I may keep Your law.

King James Bible
I have remembered thy name, O LORD, in the night, and have kept thy law.

New King James Version
I remember Your name in the night, O LORD, And I keep Your law.

New American Standard Bible
LORD, I remember Your name in the night, And keep Your Law.

NASB 1995
O LORD, I remember Your name in the night, And keep Your law.

NASB 1977
O LORD, I remember Thy name in the night, And keep Thy law.

Legacy Standard Bible
I remember in the night Your name, O Yahweh, So I keep Your law.

Amplified Bible
O LORD, I remember Your name in the night, And keep Your law.

Christian Standard Bible
LORD, I remember your name in the night, and I obey your instruction.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Yahweh, I remember Your name in the night, and I obey Your instruction.

American Standard Version
I have remembered thy name, O Jehovah, in the night, And have observed thy law.

Contemporary English Version
Even in the night I think about you, LORD, and I obey your Law.

English Revised Version
I have remembered thy name, O LORD, in the night, and have observed thy law.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
At night I remember your name, O LORD, and I follow your teachings.

Good News Translation
In the night I remember you, LORD, and I think about your law.

International Standard Version
In the night I remember your name, LORD, and keep your instruction.

Majority Standard Bible
In the night, O LORD, I remember Your name, that I may keep Your law.

NET Bible
I remember your name during the night, O LORD, and I will keep your law.

New Heart English Bible
I have remembered your name, LORD, in the night, and I obey your Law.

Webster's Bible Translation
I have remembered thy name, O LORD, in the night, and have kept thy law.

World English Bible
I have remembered your name, Yahweh, in the night, and I obey your law.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
I have remembered Your Name in the night, O YHWH, "" And I keep Your law.

Young's Literal Translation
I have remembered in the night Thy name, O Jehovah, And I do keep Thy law.

Smith's Literal Translation
I remembered thy name in the night, O Jehovah, and I will watch thy law.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
In the night I have remembered thy name, O Lord: and have kept thy law.

Catholic Public Domain Version
During the night, I remembered your name, O Lord, and I kept your law.

New American Bible
Even at night I remember your name in observance of your law, LORD.

New Revised Standard Version
I remember your name in the night, O LORD, and keep your law.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
I have remembered thy name, O LORD, in the night, and have kept thy law.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
I have remembered your Name in the night, LORD JEHOVAH, and I have kept your Law
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
I have remembered Thy name, O LORD, in the night, And have observed Thy law.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
I remembered thy name, O Lord, in the night, and kept thy law.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Your Word is a Lamp to My Feet
54Your statutes are songs to me in the house of my pilgrimage. 55In the night, O LORD, I remember Your name, that I may keep Your law. 56This is my practice, for I obey Your precepts.…

Cross References
Deuteronomy 8:2
Remember that these forty years the LORD your God led you all the way in the wilderness, so that He might humble you and test you in order to know what was in your heart, whether or not you would keep His commandments.

Exodus 20:8
Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy.

Joshua 1:8
This Book of the Law must not depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. For then you will prosper and succeed in all you do.

Psalm 63:6
When I remember You on my bed, I think of You through the watches of the night.

Psalm 77:11-12
I will remember the works of the LORD; yes, I will remember Your wonders of old. / I will reflect on all You have done and ponder Your mighty deeds.

Psalm 143:5
I remember the days of old; I meditate on all Your works; I consider the work of Your hands.

Isaiah 26:8
Yes, we wait for You, O LORD; we walk in the path of Your judgments. Your name and renown are the desire of our souls.

Isaiah 26:13
O LORD our God, other lords besides You have ruled over us, but Your name alone do we confess.

Isaiah 64:5
You welcome those who gladly do right, who remember Your ways. Surely You were angry, for we sinned. How can we be saved if we remain in our sins?

Malachi 3:16
At that time those who feared the LORD spoke with one another, and the LORD listened and heard them. So a scroll of remembrance was written before Him regarding those who feared the LORD and honored His name.

Matthew 5:6
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.

Matthew 6:33
But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you.

Luke 1:54
He has helped His servant Israel, remembering to be merciful,

John 14:26
But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have told you.

John 15:20
Remember the word that I spoke to you: ‘No servant is greater than his master.’ If they persecuted Me, they will persecute you as well; if they kept My word, they will keep yours as well.


Treasury of Scripture

I have remembered your name, O LORD, in the night, and have kept your law.

night

Psalm 42:8
Yet the LORD will command his lovingkindness in the daytime, and in the night his song shall be with me, and my prayer unto the God of my life.

Psalm 63:6
When I remember thee upon my bed, and meditate on thee in the night watches.

Psalm 77:6
I call to remembrance my song in the night: I commune with mine own heart: and my spirit made diligent search.

kept

Psalm 119:17,34
GIMEL. Deal bountifully with thy servant, that I may live, and keep thy word…

John 14:21
He that hath my commandments, and keepeth them, he it is that loveth me: and he that loveth me shall be loved of my Father, and I will love him, and will manifest myself to him.

John 15:10
If ye keep my commandments, ye shall abide in my love; even as I have kept my Father's commandments, and abide in his love.

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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














In the night
The phrase "in the night" suggests a time of quiet reflection and solitude. In the Hebrew context, "night" (לַיְלָה, laylah) often symbolizes a period of trial or introspection. Historically, the night was a time when distractions were minimal, allowing for deeper meditation and prayer. This setting emphasizes the psalmist's dedication to God, even during times of darkness or uncertainty. It is a reminder that our devotion to God should not be limited to the daylight hours but should permeate every moment of our lives.

O LORD
The use of "O LORD" (יְהוָה, Yahweh) is significant as it invokes the covenant name of God, reflecting a personal and intimate relationship. This name is a reminder of God's eternal presence and faithfulness. In the conservative Christian perspective, calling upon the LORD signifies trust and reliance on His unchanging nature. It is a declaration of faith in the God who has revealed Himself to His people throughout history.

I remember
The act of remembering (זָכַר, zakar) in Hebrew is more than a mental recall; it involves a conscious decision to focus on God's character and promises. This remembrance is an active, intentional practice that shapes the believer's actions and attitudes. In the biblical narrative, remembering God's deeds and commands is a recurring theme, urging believers to live in accordance with His will.

Your name
The "name" (שֵׁם, shem) of God represents His essence, character, and authority. In ancient times, a name was more than a label; it conveyed the nature and reputation of the individual. Remembering God's name is an acknowledgment of His holiness, power, and sovereignty. It is a call to honor and revere God in all aspects of life, recognizing His rightful place as Lord over all.

that I may keep
The phrase "that I may keep" (לְמַעַן אֶשְׁמֹר, lema'an esh'mor) indicates purpose and intention. The Hebrew word for "keep" (שָׁמַר, shamar) implies guarding, observing, and adhering to God's law. It suggests a vigilant and proactive approach to living out one's faith. This commitment to keeping God's law is a response to His grace and a demonstration of love and obedience.

Your law
The "law" (תּוֹרָה, torah) refers to God's instructions and teachings. In the conservative Christian view, the law is not merely a set of rules but a guide for righteous living that reflects God's character. The Torah is seen as a source of wisdom and life, directing believers in their relationship with God and others. By keeping God's law, the psalmist expresses a desire to align his life with divine principles, seeking to honor God in all things.

Verse 55. - I have remembered thy Name, O Lord, in the night (comp. Psalm 63:6; Psalm 149:5; and Job 35:10). And have kept thy Law. The night is the time when wicked men do their most wicked deeds (Job 24:14-16). I keep thy Law both night and day.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
In the night,
בַלַּ֣יְלָה (ḇal·lay·lāh)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3915: A twist, night, adversity

O LORD,
יְהוָ֑ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3069: YHWH

I remember
זָ֘כַ֤רְתִּי (zā·ḵar·tî)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 2142: To mark, to remember, to mention, to be male

Your name,
שִׁמְךָ֣ (šim·ḵā)
Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 8034: A name

and I will keep
וָֽ֝אֶשְׁמְרָ֗ה (wā·’eš·mə·rāh)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - first person common singular | third person feminine singular
Strong's 8104: To hedge about, guard, to protect, attend to

Your law.
תּוֹרָתֶֽךָ׃ (tō·w·rā·ṯe·ḵā)
Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 8451: Direction, instruction, law


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