Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version I am a friend to all who fear you, to all who follow your precepts. New Living Translation I am a friend to anyone who fears you— anyone who obeys your commandments. English Standard Version I am a companion of all who fear you, of those who keep your precepts. Berean Standard Bible I am a friend to all who fear You, and to those who keep Your precepts. King James Bible I am a companion of all them that fear thee, and of them that keep thy precepts. New King James Version I am a companion of all who fear You, And of those who keep Your precepts. New American Standard Bible I am a companion to all those who fear You, And to those who keep Your precepts. NASB 1995 I am a companion of all those who fear You, And of those who keep Your precepts. NASB 1977 I am a companion of all those who fear Thee, And of those who keep Thy precepts. Legacy Standard Bible I am a companion of all those who fear You, And of those who keep Your precepts. Amplified Bible I am a companion of all who [reverently] fear You, And of those who keep and honor Your precepts. Christian Standard Bible I am a friend to all who fear you, to those who keep your precepts. Holman Christian Standard Bible I am a friend to all who fear You, to those who keep Your precepts. American Standard Version I am a companion of all them that fear thee, And of them that observe thy precepts. Contemporary English Version I choose as my friends everyone who worships you and follows your teachings. English Revised Version I am a companion of all them that fear thee, and of them that observe thy precepts. GOD'S WORD® Translation I am a friend to everyone who fears you and to everyone who follows your guiding principles. Good News Translation I am a friend of all who serve you, of all who obey your laws. International Standard Version I am united with all who fear you, and with everyone who keeps your precepts. Majority Standard Bible I am a friend to all who fear You, and to those who keep Your precepts. NET Bible I am a friend to all your loyal followers, and to those who keep your precepts. New Heart English Bible I am a friend of all those who fear you, of those who observe your precepts. Webster's Bible Translation I am a companion of all them that fear thee, and of them that keep thy precepts. World English Bible I am a friend of all those who fear you, of those who observe your precepts. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionI [am] a companion to all who fear You, "" And to those keeping Your precepts. Young's Literal Translation A companion I am to all who fear Thee, And to those keeping Thy precepts. Smith's Literal Translation I am a companion to all who will fear thee, and to those watching thy charges. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleI am a partaker with all them that fear thee, and that keep thy commandments. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible I am the friend of all who fear you, of all who observe your precepts. New Revised Standard Version I am a companion of all who fear you, of those who keep your precepts. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleI am a friend of all them that worship thee, and of them that keep thy commandments. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated I am a friend of all your worshipers and of those who keep your commandments. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917I am a companion of all them that fear Thee, And of them that observe Thy precepts. Brenton Septuagint Translation I am a companion of all them that fear thee, and of them that keep thy commandments. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Your Word is a Lamp to My Feet…62At midnight I rise to give You thanks for Your righteous judgments. 63I am a friend to all who fear You, and to those who keep Your precepts. 64The earth is filled with Your loving devotion, O LORD; teach me Your statutes.… Cross References Proverbs 13:20 He who walks with the wise will become wise, but the companion of fools will be destroyed. 1 Corinthians 15:33 Do not be deceived: “Bad company corrupts good character.” 2 Corinthians 6:14 Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what partnership can righteousness have with wickedness? Or what fellowship does light have with darkness? James 4:4 You adulteresses! Do you not know that friendship with the world is hostility toward God? Therefore, whoever chooses to be a friend of the world renders himself an enemy of God. 1 John 1:7 But if we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus His Son cleanses us from all sin. Hebrews 10:24-25 And let us consider how to spur one another on to love and good deeds. / Let us not neglect meeting together, as some have made a habit, but let us encourage one another, and all the more as you see the Day approaching. Acts 2:42 They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. 1 Thessalonians 5:11 Therefore encourage and build one another up, just as you are already doing. Romans 12:10 Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Outdo yourselves in honoring one another. 1 Peter 3:8 Finally, all of you, be like-minded and sympathetic, love as brothers, be tenderhearted and humble. Philippians 2:1-2 Therefore if you have any encouragement in Christ, if any comfort from His love, if any fellowship with the Spirit, if any affection and compassion, / then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being united in spirit and purpose. Colossians 3:16 Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God. Ephesians 4:2-3 with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, / and with diligence to preserve the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. Galatians 6:2 Carry one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. 1 John 3:14 We know that we have passed from death to life, because we love our brothers. The one who does not love remains in death. Treasury of Scripture I am a companion of all them that fear you, and of them that keep your precepts. a companion Psalm 119:79,115 Let those that fear thee turn unto me, and those that have known thy testimonies… Psalm 16:3 But to the saints that are in the earth, and to the excellent, in whom is all my delight. Psalm 101:6 Mine eyes shall be upon the faithful of the land, that they may dwell with me: he that walketh in a perfect way, he shall serve me. Jump to Previous Companion Company Fear Follow Friend Keeping Memory Observe Orders Precepts WorshippersJump to Next Companion Company Fear Follow Friend Keeping Memory Observe Orders Precepts WorshippersPsalm 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 am a friend to all who fear You This phrase emphasizes the psalmist's commitment to fellowship with those who revere God. In biblical context, "fear" often denotes a deep respect and reverence for God, acknowledging His power and authority. This aligns with Proverbs 9:10, which states, "The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom." The psalmist's declaration of friendship suggests a community bound by shared values and devotion to God. Historically, Israel was a covenant community, and relationships were often formed around shared worship and adherence to God's laws. This phrase also reflects the biblical principle of choosing companions wisely, as seen in Proverbs 13:20, "Walk with the wise and become wise, for a companion of fools suffers harm." and to those who keep Your precepts Persons / Places / Events 1. The PsalmistTraditionally attributed to King David, the psalmist expresses a deep commitment to God's law and a desire for companionship with those who share this commitment. 2. God The central figure to whom the psalmist is devoted, representing divine authority and the source of the precepts. 3. Those Who Fear God Individuals who hold a reverent respect for God, acknowledging His power and authority. 4. Keepers of God's Precepts People who actively follow and obey God's commandments, demonstrating their faith through action. Teaching Points The Importance of Godly CompanionshipSurrounding ourselves with those who fear God strengthens our own faith and commitment to His precepts. Fear of the Lord as a Foundation A reverent fear of God is foundational to wisdom and obedience, guiding us in our relationships and daily lives. Obedience as a Mark of Friendship True friendship with God and His people is marked by obedience to His commandments, reflecting a shared commitment to His will. Community and Accountability Being part of a community that values God's precepts provides accountability and encouragement in our spiritual journey. Influence of Righteous Living Our choice of friends can influence our spiritual growth, making it crucial to align ourselves with those who live righteously.Verse 63. - I am a companion of all them that fear thee; i.e. I do not consort with the ungodly or the careless, but only with those who love and reverence thee. It is well to live "separate from sinners" (comp. Psalm 1:1). And of them that keep thy precepts. Obedience necessarily follows on reverence and godly fear. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Iאָ֭נִי (’ā·nî) Pronoun - first person common singular Strong's 589: I am a friend חָבֵ֣ר (ḥā·ḇêr) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 2270: United, associate, companion to all לְכָל־ (lə·ḵāl) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every who אֲשֶׁ֣ר (’ă·šer) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that fear You, יְרֵא֑וּךָ (yə·rê·’ū·ḵā) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural | second person masculine singular Strong's 3372: To fear, to revere, caus, to frighten and to those who keep וּ֝לְשֹׁמְרֵ֗י (ū·lə·šō·mə·rê) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct Strong's 8104: To hedge about, guard, to protect, attend to Your precepts. פִּקּוּדֶֽיךָ׃ (piq·qū·ḏe·ḵā) Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine singular Strong's 6490: Appointed, a mandate Links Psalm 119:63 NIVPsalm 119:63 NLT Psalm 119:63 ESV Psalm 119:63 NASB Psalm 119:63 KJV Psalm 119:63 BibleApps.com Psalm 119:63 Biblia Paralela Psalm 119:63 Chinese Bible Psalm 119:63 French Bible Psalm 119:63 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Psalm 119:63 I am a friend of all those (Psalm Ps Psa.) |
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