Psalms 119:159

159 Take note of how I love what you tell me; out of your life of love, prolong my life.

Psalms 119:159 Meaning and Commentary

Psalms 119:159

Consider how I love thy precepts
How ardently and affectionately, how cordially and sincerely, ( Psalms 119:127 Psalms 119:128 ) ; and that was the reason why he was so grieved and distressed when wicked men transgressed and despised them;

quicken me, O Lord, according to thy loving kindness;
(See Gill on Psalms 119:88).

Psalms 119:159 In-Context

157 My antagonists are too many to count, but I don't swerve from the directions you gave.

158 I took one look at the quitters and was filled with loathing; they walked away from your promises so casually!

159 Take note of how I love what you tell me; out of your life of love, prolong my life.

160 Your words all add up to the sum total: Truth. Your righteous decisions are eternal.

161 I've been slandered unmercifully by the politicians, but my awe at your words keeps me stable.