Psalm 119:15
New International Version
I meditate on your precepts and consider your ways.

New Living Translation
I will study your commandments and reflect on your ways.

English Standard Version
I will meditate on your precepts and fix my eyes on your ways.

Berean Standard Bible
I will meditate on Your precepts and regard Your ways.

King James Bible
I will meditate in thy precepts, and have respect unto thy ways.

New King James Version
I will meditate on Your precepts, And contemplate Your ways.

New American Standard Bible
I will meditate on Your precepts And regard Your ways.

NASB 1995
I will meditate on Your precepts And regard Your ways.

NASB 1977
I will meditate on Thy precepts, And regard Thy ways.

Legacy Standard Bible
I will muse upon Your precepts And look upon Your ways.

Amplified Bible
I will meditate on Your precepts And [thoughtfully] regard Your ways [the path of life established by Your precepts].

Christian Standard Bible
I will meditate on your precepts and think about your ways.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
I will meditate on Your precepts and think about Your ways.

American Standard Version
I will meditate on thy precepts, And have respect unto thy ways.

Contemporary English Version
I will study your teachings and follow your footsteps.

English Revised Version
I will meditate in thy precepts, and have respect unto thy ways.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
I want to reflect on your guiding principles and study your ways.

Good News Translation
I study your instructions; I examine your teachings.

International Standard Version
I will meditate on your precepts, and I will respect your ways.

Majority Standard Bible
I will meditate on Your precepts and regard Your ways.

NET Bible
I will meditate on your precepts and focus on your behavior.

New Heart English Bible
I will meditate on your precepts, and consider your ways.

Webster's Bible Translation
I will meditate in thy precepts, and have respect to thy ways.

World English Bible
I will meditate on your precepts, and consider your ways.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
I meditate on Your precepts, "" And I attentively behold Your paths.

Young's Literal Translation
In Thy precepts I meditate, And I behold attentively Thy paths.

Smith's Literal Translation
In thy charges I will meditate, and I will look upon thy ways.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
I will meditate on thy commandments: and I will consider thy ways.

Catholic Public Domain Version
I will be trained in your commandments, and I will consider your ways.

New American Bible
I will ponder your precepts and consider your paths.

New Revised Standard Version
I will meditate on your precepts, and fix my eyes on your ways.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
I have meditated in thy commandments, and am familiar with thy ways.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
I have meditated in your commandments and I have known your ways.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
I will meditate in Thy precepts, And have respect unto Thy ways.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
I will meditate on thy commandments, and consider thy ways.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Your Word is a Lamp to My Feet
14I rejoice in the way of Your testimonies as much as in all riches. 15I will meditate on Your precepts and regard Your ways. 16I will delight in Your statutes; I will not forget Your word.…

Cross References
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.

James 1:25
But the one who looks intently into the perfect law of freedom, and continues to do so—not being a forgetful hearer, but an effective doer—he will be blessed in what he does.

Psalm 1:2
But his delight is in the Law of the LORD, and on His law he meditates day and night.

Proverbs 4:26-27
Make a level path for your feet, and all your ways will be sure. / Do not swerve to the right or to the left; turn your feet away from evil.

Philippians 4:8
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think on these things.

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.

Deuteronomy 6:6-9
These words I am commanding you today are to be upon your hearts. / And you shall teach them diligently to your children and speak of them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. / Tie them as reminders on your hands and bind them on your foreheads. ...

2 Timothy 3:16-17
All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness, / so that the man of God may be complete, fully equipped for every good work.

Psalm 19:14
May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in Your sight, O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer.

Romans 12:2
Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God.

Hebrews 4:12
For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it pierces even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow. It judges the thoughts and intentions of the heart.

Psalm 77:12
I will reflect on all You have done and ponder Your mighty deeds.

Matthew 7:24
Therefore everyone who hears these words of Mine and acts on them is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.

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

John 14:21
Whoever has My commandments and keeps them is the one who loves Me. The one who loves Me will be loved by My Father, and I will love him and reveal Myself to him.”


Treasury of Scripture

I will meditate in your precepts, and have respect to your ways.

meditate

Psalm 119:23,48,78,97,131,148
Princes also did sit and speak against me: but thy servant did meditate in thy statutes…

Psalm 1:2
But his delight is in the law of the LORD; and in his law doth he meditate day and night.

James 1:25
But whoso looketh into the perfect law of liberty, and continueth therein, he being not a forgetful hearer, but a doer of the work, this man shall be blessed in his deed.

have respect

Psalm 119:6,117
Then shall I not be ashamed, when I have respect unto all thy commandments…

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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 will meditate
The Hebrew word for "meditate" is "שִׂיחַ" (siach), which conveys the idea of deep contemplation, reflection, and speaking to oneself. In the ancient Near Eastern context, meditation was not a passive activity but an active engagement of the mind and heart with God's Word. This practice involves a deliberate focus on the Scriptures, allowing them to permeate one's thoughts and influence one's actions. The psalmist's commitment to meditation reflects a desire for a profound connection with God, seeking wisdom and understanding through His Word.

on Your precepts
The term "precepts" in Hebrew is "פִּקּוּדִים" (piqqudim), which refers to the instructions or mandates given by God. These are not mere suggestions but authoritative guidelines for living a life that pleases God. In the historical context of ancient Israel, God's precepts were central to the covenant relationship between God and His people. They provided a framework for ethical and moral conduct, ensuring that the community lived in harmony with God's will. The psalmist's focus on God's precepts underscores a commitment to aligning one's life with divine principles, recognizing their role in guiding and shaping one's character.

and regard
The word "regard" is translated from the Hebrew "נָבַט" (nabat), which means to look intently or to consider carefully. This implies more than a casual glance; it suggests a deliberate and focused attention. In the context of Psalm 119, regarding God's ways involves a conscious effort to understand and apply His teachings. It is an invitation to engage with the Scriptures thoughtfully and purposefully, allowing them to inform and transform one's life. The psalmist's use of this term highlights the importance of intentionality in one's spiritual journey, emphasizing the need to prioritize God's ways in all aspects of life.

Your ways
The phrase "Your ways" refers to the paths or courses of action that God has established. In Hebrew, the word "דֶּרֶךְ" (derekh) is used, which can denote a literal path or a metaphorical way of life. God's ways are the righteous and just paths that He has laid out for His followers. Throughout the Bible, God's ways are contrasted with the ways of the world, which often lead to destruction and chaos. The psalmist's commitment to regarding God's ways reflects a desire to walk in alignment with God's purposes, seeking to embody His character and values in every aspect of life. This pursuit of God's ways is a testament to the transformative power of His Word, guiding believers toward a life of holiness and obedience.

Verse 15. - I will meditate in thy precepts. The full force of the Divine precepts is not to be grasped except by prolonged meditation on them. God's commandments are "exceeding broad" (ver. 96). And have respect unto thy ways; or, "consider them," "reflect upon them."

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
I will meditate
אָשִׂ֑יחָה (’ā·śî·ḥāh)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect Cohortative - first person common singular
Strong's 7878: To muse, complain, talk (of)

on Your precepts
בְּפִקֻּדֶ֥יךָ (bə·p̄iq·qu·ḏe·ḵā)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 6490: Appointed, a mandate

and regard
וְ֝אַבִּ֗יטָה (wə·’ab·bî·ṭāh)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive imperfect Cohortative - first person common singular
Strong's 5027: To scan, look intently at, to regard

Your ways.
אֹרְחֹתֶֽיךָ׃ (’ō·rə·ḥō·ṯe·ḵā)
Noun - common plural construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 734: A well-trodden road, a caravan


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