Psalm 119:105
New International Version
Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.

New Living Translation
Your word is a lamp to guide my feet and a light for my path.

English Standard Version
Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.

Berean Standard Bible
Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.

King James Bible
NUN. Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.

New King James Version
Your word is a lamp to my feet And a light to my path.

New American Standard Bible
Your word is a lamp to my feet And a light to my path.

NASB 1995
Your word is a lamp to my feet And a light to my path.

NASB 1977
Thy word is a lamp to my feet, And a light to my path.

Legacy Standard Bible
Your word is a lamp to my feet And a light to my path.

Amplified Bible
Your word is a lamp to my feet And a light to my path.

Christian Standard Bible
Your word is a lamp for my feet and a light on my path.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Your word is a lamp for my feet and a light on my path.

American Standard Version
? NUN. Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, And light unto my path.

Contemporary English Version
Your word is a lamp that gives light wherever I walk.

English Revised Version
NUN. Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and light unto my path,

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Your word is a lamp for my feet and a light for my path.

Good News Translation
Your word is a lamp to guide me and a light for my path.

International Standard Version
Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light for my pathway.

Majority Standard Bible
Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.

NET Bible
Your word is a lamp to walk by, and a light to illumine my path.

New Heart English Bible
NUN. Your word is a lamp to my feet, and a light for my path.

Webster's Bible Translation
NUN. Thy word is a lamp to my feet, and a light to my path.

World English Bible
NUN Your word is a lamp to my feet, and a light for my path.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
[NUN] Your word [is] a lamp to my foot, "" And a light to my path.

Young's Literal Translation
Nun. A lamp to my foot is Thy word, And a light to my path.

Smith's Literal Translation
Thy word a lamp to my feet, and a light to my beaten path.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
[NUN] Thy word is a lamp to my feet, and a light to my paths.

Catholic Public Domain Version
NUN. Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my paths.

New American Bible
Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light for my path.

New Revised Standard Version
Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
NUN. Thy word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Nun Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, And a light unto my path.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Thy law is a lamp to my feet, and a light to my paths.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Your Word is a Lamp to My Feet
104I gain understanding from Your precepts; therefore I hate every false way. 105Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. 106I have sworn and confirmed that I will keep Your righteous judgments.…

Cross References
Proverbs 6:23
For this commandment is a lamp, this teaching is a light, and the reproofs of discipline are the way to life,

John 8:12
Once again, Jesus spoke to the people and said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows Me will never walk in the darkness, but will have the light of life.”

2 Peter 1:19
We also have the word of the prophets as confirmed beyond doubt. And you will do well to pay attention to it, as to a lamp shining in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts.

Psalm 19:8
The precepts of the LORD are right, bringing joy to the heart; the commandments of the LORD are radiant, giving light to the eyes.

John 1:4-5
In Him was life, and that life was the light of men. / The Light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.

Isaiah 9:2
The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of the shadow of death, a light has dawned.

Matthew 4:16
the people living in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of the shadow of death, a light has dawned.”

Ephesians 5:8-9
For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light, / for the fruit of the light consists in all goodness, righteousness, and truth.

1 John 1:5-7
And this is the message we have heard from Him and announce to you: God is light, and in Him there is no darkness at all. / If we say we have fellowship with Him yet walk in the darkness, we lie and do not practice the truth. / But if we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus His Son cleanses us from all sin.

Psalm 43:3
Send out Your light and Your truth; let them lead me. Let them bring me to Your holy mountain and to the place where You dwell.

Luke 1:78-79
because of the tender mercy of our God, by which the Dawn will visit us from on high, / to shine on those who live in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the path of peace.”

Proverbs 4:18
The path of the righteous is like the first gleam of dawn, shining brighter and brighter until midday.

2 Samuel 22:29
For You, O LORD, are my lamp; the LORD lights up my darkness.

Isaiah 42:16
I will lead the blind by a way they did not know; I will guide them on unfamiliar paths. I will turn darkness into light before them and rough places into level ground. These things I will do for them, and I will not forsake them.

John 12:35-36
Then Jesus told them, “For a little while longer, the Light will be among you. Walk while you have the Light, so that darkness will not overtake you. The one who walks in the darkness does not know where he is going. / While you have the Light, believe in the Light, so that you may become sons of light.” After Jesus had spoken these things, He went away and was hidden from them.


Treasury of Scripture

Your word is a lamp to my feet, and a light to my path.

word

Psalm 19:8
The statutes of the LORD are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the LORD is pure, enlightening the eyes.

Psalm 43:3
O send out thy light and thy truth: let them lead me; let them bring me unto thy holy hill, and to thy tabernacles.

Proverbs 6:23
For the commandment is a lamp; and the law is light; and reproofs of instruction are the way of life:

lamp.

Psalm 18:28
For thou wilt light my candle: the LORD my God will enlighten my darkness.

Job 29:3
When his candle shined upon my head, and when by his light I walked through darkness;

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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














Your word
The term "word" here refers to the Scriptures, the divine revelation given by God. In the context of the Old Testament, this would primarily include the Torah, the Prophets, and the Writings. The "word" is seen as authoritative and life-giving, reflecting God's will and character. In the New Testament, Jesus is referred to as the Word (John 1:1), indicating that He is the ultimate revelation of God. The Bible is considered infallible and inerrant, serving as the foundation for faith and practice.

is a lamp
A lamp in ancient times was a small clay vessel with a wick and oil, providing limited light. This imagery suggests guidance and clarity in the midst of darkness. The lamp metaphor indicates that God's word provides immediate guidance for daily decisions and moral choices. In the cultural context, a lamp was essential for travel at night, symbolizing the necessity of divine guidance in a world filled with spiritual darkness.

to my feet
The phrase "to my feet" emphasizes personal guidance and protection. It suggests that God's word provides direction for each step, ensuring safety and security. This personal application underscores the intimate relationship between the believer and the divine guidance offered through Scripture. The feet symbolize one's walk or conduct in life, highlighting the practical application of biblical principles.

and a light
The term "light" expands the metaphor of the lamp, suggesting a broader illumination. Light in the Bible often symbolizes truth, purity, and the presence of God. It dispels darkness, revealing the path ahead. This imagery is consistent with the biblical theme of God as light (1 John 1:5) and Jesus as the light of the world (John 8:12). The light of God's word exposes sin and error, guiding believers toward righteousness.

to my path
The "path" represents the journey of life, including one's decisions, actions, and overall direction. The word of God provides not only immediate guidance but also long-term direction, helping believers navigate life's complexities. This concept is echoed in Proverbs 3:5-6, where trusting in the Lord leads to a straight path. The path imagery suggests a pilgrimage, reflecting the biblical theme of life as a journey toward a heavenly destination.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Psalmist
The author of Psalm 119, traditionally believed to be King David, though the exact authorship is uncertain. The psalmist expresses a deep love and reverence for God's law.

2. Jerusalem
While not directly mentioned in this verse, Jerusalem is the spiritual center for the Israelites, where the Temple stood, symbolizing God's presence and His law.

3. The Law (Torah)
Refers to the teachings and commandments given by God, which are central to the psalmist's meditation and guidance.
Teaching Points
The Guiding Light of Scripture
God's word provides direction and clarity in a world filled with confusion and darkness. Just as a lamp illuminates a path, Scripture reveals the way we should walk.

Daily Dependence on God's Word
Like a traveler who needs a lamp to navigate the night, believers must rely on Scripture daily to make wise decisions and avoid spiritual pitfalls.

The Transformative Power of God's Word
Engaging with Scripture not only guides us but also transforms our hearts and minds, aligning us more closely with God's will.

Christ as the Fulfillment of the Word
Jesus embodies the ultimate revelation of God's word, and following Him is akin to walking in the light that Psalm 119:105 describes.

Commitment to Scripture Memorization
Memorizing and meditating on God's word equips us to recall His guidance in times of need, much like having a lamp ready when darkness falls.NUN.

(105) See Proverbs 6:23.

So Wordsworth calls Duty:

"A light to guide."

Verse 105. - Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. It shows me the way wherein I should go, both night and day (comp. Proverbs 6:23).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Your word
דְבָרֶ֑ךָ (ḏə·ḇā·re·ḵā)
Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 1697: A word, a matter, thing, a cause

is a lamp
נֵר־ (nêr-)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5216: A lamp, light

to my feet
לְרַגְלִ֥י (lə·raḡ·lî)
Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 7272: A foot, a step, the pudenda

and a light
וְ֝א֗וֹר (wə·’ō·wr)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - common singular
Strong's 216: Illumination, luminary

to my path.
לִנְתִיבָתִֽי׃ (lin·ṯî·ḇā·ṯî)
Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 5410: Path, pathway


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