Psalms 119:47

47 I take delight in obeying your commands because I love them.

Psalms 119:47 Meaning and Commentary

Psalms 119:47

And I will delight myself in thy commandments
In perusing and practising them;

which I have loved;
a good man loves the law of God, and the commandments of Christ, and delights in them after the inward man.

Psalms 119:47 In-Context

45 I will lead a full and happy life, because I've tried to obey your rules.
46 I will talk about your covenant laws to kings. I will not be put to shame.
47 I take delight in obeying your commands because I love them.
48 I praise your commands, and I love them. I spend time thinking about your orders.
49 Remember what you have said to me. You have given me hope.
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