Psalm 119:167

167 I have obeyed your written instructions. I have loved them very much.

Psalm 119:167 Meaning and Commentary

Psalms 119:167

My soul hath kept thy testimonies
The word of God, which he kept cordially and heartily; and in his heart, laid it up there; and with his whole soul observed the doctrines and kept the precepts of it;

and I love them exceedingly;
and kept them from a principle of love, and not with mercenary and selfish views; and this love was exceeding great, not cold nor lukewarm, but ardent and fervent, love in the superlative degree.

Psalm 119:167 In-Context

165 There is lasting peace for those who love your teachings. Nothing can make those people stumble.

166 I have waited with hope for you to save me, O LORD. I have carried out your commandments.

167 I have obeyed your written instructions. I have loved them very much.

168 I have followed your guiding principles and your written instructions, because my whole life is in front of you.

169 Let my cry for help come into your presence, O LORD. Help me understand as you promised.