Psalm 119:68
New International Version
You are good, and what you do is good; teach me your decrees.

New Living Translation
You are good and do only good; teach me your decrees.

English Standard Version
You are good and do good; teach me your statutes.

Berean Standard Bible
You are good, and You do what is good; teach me Your statutes.

King James Bible
Thou art good, and doest good; teach me thy statutes.

New King James Version
You are good, and do good; Teach me Your statutes.

New American Standard Bible
You are good and You do good; Teach me Your statutes.

NASB 1995
You are good and do good; Teach me Your statutes.

NASB 1977
Thou art good and doest good; Teach me Thy statutes.

Legacy Standard Bible
You are good and do good; Teach me Your statutes.

Amplified Bible
You are good and do good; Teach me Your statutes.

Christian Standard Bible
You are good, and you do what is good; teach me your statutes.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
You are good, and You do what is good; teach me Your statutes.

American Standard Version
Thou art good, and doest good; Teach me thy statutes.

Contemporary English Version
You are kindhearted, and you do good things, so teach me your laws.

English Revised Version
Thou art good, and doest good; teach me thy statutes.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
You are good, and you do good things. Teach me your laws.

Good News Translation
How good you are--how kind! Teach me your commands.

International Standard Version
LORD, you are good , and do what is good; teach me your statutes.

Majority Standard Bible
You are good, and You do what is good; teach me Your statutes.

NET Bible
You are good and you do good. Teach me your statutes!

New Heart English Bible
You are good, and do good. Teach me your statutes.

Webster's Bible Translation
Thou art good, and doest good; teach me thy statutes.

World English Bible
You are good, and do good. Teach me your statutes.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
You [are] good, and doing good, "" Teach me Your statutes.

Young's Literal Translation
Good Thou art, and doing good, Teach me Thy statutes.

Smith's Literal Translation
Thou art good, and doing good; teach me thy laws.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Thou art good; and in thy goodness teach me thy justifications.

Catholic Public Domain Version
You are good, so in your goodness teach me your justifications.

New American Bible
You are good and do what is good; teach me your statutes.

New Revised Standard Version
You are good and do good; teach me your statutes.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Thou art good, O LORD, and doest good; teach me thy statutes.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
You are good, LORD JEHOVAH, and you do good! Teach me your commandments.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Thou art good, and doest good; Teach me Thy statutes.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Good art thou, O Lord; therefore in thy goodness teach me thine ordinances.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Your Word is a Lamp to My Feet
67Before I was afflicted, I went astray; but now I keep Your word. 68You are good, and You do what is good; teach me Your statutes. 69Though the arrogant have smeared me with lies, I keep Your precepts with all my heart.…

Cross References
James 1:17
Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, with whom there is no change or shifting shadow.

Exodus 34:6
Then the LORD passed in front of Moses and called out: “The LORD, the LORD God, is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in loving devotion and faithfulness,

Nahum 1:7
The LORD is good, a stronghold in the day of distress; He cares for those who trust in Him.

Matthew 7:11
So if you who are evil know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good things to those who ask Him!

Romans 8:28
And we know that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose.

Psalm 34:8
Taste and see that the LORD is good; blessed is the man who takes refuge in Him!

1 John 4:8
Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love.

Psalm 145:9
The LORD is good to all; His compassion rests on all He has made.

Luke 18:19
“Why do you call Me good?” Jesus replied. “No one is good except God alone.

1 Timothy 4:4
For every creation of God is good, and nothing that is received with thanksgiving should be rejected,

Psalm 25:8
Good and upright is the LORD; therefore He shows sinners the way.

Mark 10:18
“Why do you call Me good?” Jesus replied. “No one is good except God alone.

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.

Psalm 86:5
For You, O Lord, are kind and forgiving, rich in loving devotion to all who call on You.

Ephesians 2:10
For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance as our way of life.


Treasury of Scripture

You are good, and do good; teach me your statutes.

good

Psalm 86:5
For thou, Lord, art good, and ready to forgive; and plenteous in mercy unto all them that call upon thee.

Psalm 106:1
Praise ye the LORD. O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.

Psalm 107:1
O give thanks unto the LORD, for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.

teach

Psalm 119:12,26
Blessed art thou, O LORD: teach me thy statutes…

Psalm 25:8,9
Good and upright is the LORD: therefore will he teach sinners in the way…

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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














You are good
The Hebrew word for "good" here is "טוֹב" (tov), which encompasses a broad spectrum of meanings including pleasant, agreeable, and beneficial. In the context of God's character, it signifies His intrinsic nature as the ultimate standard of goodness. This declaration is not merely an observation but a profound theological assertion about God's essence. Historically, the goodness of God has been a cornerstone of Judeo-Christian belief, affirming that all His actions and intentions are rooted in His benevolent nature. This goodness is not contingent upon human understanding or circumstances but is an eternal truth that provides comfort and assurance to believers.

and You do what is good
This phrase emphasizes the consistency between God's nature and His actions. The Hebrew verb "עָשָׂה" (asah) means to do, make, or accomplish. It underscores that God's deeds are a direct reflection of His good nature. Throughout Scripture, God's actions in creation, providence, and redemption are consistently portrayed as good. This is evident in the historical narratives of the Bible, where God's interventions are always aimed at the ultimate good of His people, even when they do not immediately perceive it. This assurance that God acts in goodness provides a foundation for trust and obedience.

teach me
The Hebrew verb "לַמֵּד" (lamed) means to instruct or train. It implies a process of learning that involves both the mind and the heart. In the ancient Near Eastern context, teaching was not merely the transfer of information but the shaping of character and conduct. The psalmist's request for God to teach him reflects a humble acknowledgment of the need for divine guidance and wisdom. It is an invitation for God to actively participate in the transformation of the believer's life, aligning it with His will and purposes.

Your statutes
The term "statutes" is translated from the Hebrew word "חֻקִּים" (chuqqim), which refers to decrees or laws that are engraved or inscribed. These are the divine ordinances given by God, often with a focus on their permanence and authority. In the biblical context, statutes are not arbitrary rules but are expressions of God's covenant relationship with His people. They are designed to lead to life and blessing, guiding believers in the path of righteousness. The psalmist's desire to learn God's statutes reflects a commitment to live in accordance with God's revealed will, recognizing that true freedom and fulfillment are found in obedience to His commands.

(68) It is characteristic of this psalm that the higher the conception of the Divine nature, the more earnest becomes the prayer for knowledge of His will in relation to conduct.

Verse 68. - Thou art good, and doest good. Even chastening is a proof of thy goodness. By it thou "doest good" to thy servants (see Hebrews 12:10, 11). Teach me thy statutes. Impress thy Law upon me, even though it be by chastening.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
You
אַתָּ֥ה (’at·tāh)
Pronoun - second person masculine singular
Strong's 859: Thou and thee, ye and you

are good,
טוֹב־ (ṭō·wḇ-)
Adjective - masculine singular
Strong's 2896: Pleasant, agreeable, good

and You do what is good;
וּמֵטִ֗יב (ū·mê·ṭîḇ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 2895: To be pleasing or good

teach
לַמְּדֵ֥נִי (lam·mə·ḏê·nî)
Verb - Piel - Imperative - masculine singular | first person common singular
Strong's 3925: To exercise in, learn

me Your statutes.
חֻקֶּֽיךָ׃ (ḥuq·qe·ḵā)
Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 2706: Something prescribed or owed, a statute


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