Psalm 119:30
New International Version
I have chosen the way of faithfulness; I have set my heart on your laws.

New Living Translation
I have chosen to be faithful; I have determined to live by your regulations.

English Standard Version
I have chosen the way of faithfulness; I set your rules before me.

Berean Standard Bible
I have chosen the way of truth; I have set Your ordinances before me.

King James Bible
I have chosen the way of truth: thy judgments have I laid before me.

New King James Version
I have chosen the way of truth; Your judgments I have laid before me.

New American Standard Bible
I have chosen the faithful way; I have placed Your judgments before me.

NASB 1995
I have chosen the faithful way; I have placed Your ordinances before me.

NASB 1977
I have chosen the faithful way; I have placed Thine ordinances before me.

Legacy Standard Bible
I have chosen the faithful way; I have placed Your judgments before me.

Amplified Bible
I have chosen the faithful way; I have placed Your ordinances before me.

Christian Standard Bible
I have chosen the way of truth; I have set your ordinances before me.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
I have chosen the way of truth; I have set Your ordinances before me.

American Standard Version
I have chosen the way of faithfulness: Thine ordinances have I set before me.

Contemporary English Version
I am determined to be faithful and to respect your laws.

English Revised Version
I have chosen the way of faithfulness: thy judgments have I set before me.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
I have chosen a life of faithfulness. I have set your regulations in front of me.

Good News Translation
I have chosen to be obedient; I have paid attention to your judgments.

International Standard Version
I have chosen the faithful way; I have firmly placed your ordinances before me.

Majority Standard Bible
I have chosen the way of truth; I have set Your ordinances before me.

NET Bible
I choose the path of faithfulness; I am committed to your regulations.

New Heart English Bible
I have chosen the way of truth. I have set your ordinances before me.

Webster's Bible Translation
I have chosen the way of truth: thy judgments have I laid before me.

World English Bible
I have chosen the way of truth. I have set your ordinances before me.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
I have chosen the way of faithfulness, "" I have compared Your judgments,

Young's Literal Translation
The way of faithfulness I have chosen, Thy judgments I have compared,

Smith's Literal Translation
I chose the way of truth: I place thy judgments.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
I have chosen the way of truth: thy judgments I have not forgotten.

Catholic Public Domain Version
I have chosen the way of truth. I have not forgotten your judgments.

New American Bible
The way of loyalty I have chosen; I have kept your judgments.

New Revised Standard Version
I have chosen the way of faithfulness; I set your ordinances before me.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
I have chosen the way of thy truth: thy judgments have delighted me.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
I have chosen the way of your faithfulness and I have desired your judgments.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
I have chosen the way of faithfulness; Thine ordinances have I set [before me].

Brenton Septuagint Translation
I have chosen the way of truth; and have not forgotten thy judgments.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Your Word is a Lamp to My Feet
29Remove me from the path of deceit and graciously grant me Your law. 30I have chosen the way of truth; I have set Your ordinances before me. 31I cling to Your testimonies, O LORD; let me not be put to shame.…

Cross References
John 14:6
Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.

Proverbs 4:11
I will guide you in the way of wisdom; I will lead you on straight paths.

Joshua 24:15
But if it is unpleasing in your sight to serve the LORD, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your fathers served beyond the Euphrates, or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you are living. As for me and my house, we will serve the LORD!”

John 8:32
Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”

Deuteronomy 30:19-20
I call heaven and earth as witnesses against you today that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing. Therefore choose life, so that you and your descendants may live, / and that you may love the LORD your God, obey Him, and hold fast to Him. For He is your life, and He will prolong your life in the land that the LORD swore to give to your fathers, to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.”

Matthew 7:13-14
Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. / But small is the gate and narrow the way that leads to life, and only a few find it.

1 Kings 18:21
Then Elijah approached all the people and said, “How long will you waver between two opinions? If the LORD is God, follow Him. But if Baal is God, follow him.” But the people did not answer a word.

Romans 6:17
But thanks be to God that, though you once were slaves to sin, you wholeheartedly obeyed the form of teaching to which you were committed.

Isaiah 30:21
And whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear this command behind you: “This is the way. Walk in it.”

2 Corinthians 4:2
Instead, we have renounced secret and shameful ways. We do not practice deceit, nor do we distort the word of God. On the contrary, by open proclamation of the truth, we commend ourselves to every man’s conscience in the sight of God.

Psalm 86:11
Teach me Your way, O LORD, that I may walk in Your truth. Give me an undivided heart, that I may fear Your name.

Ephesians 4:21
Surely you heard of Him and were taught in Him—in keeping with the truth that is in Jesus—

Proverbs 3:5-6
Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; / in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.

1 John 2:21
I have not written to you because you lack knowledge of the truth, but because you have it, and because no lie comes from the truth.

Jeremiah 6:16
This is what the LORD says: “Stand at the crossroads and look. Ask for the ancient paths: ‘Where is the good way?’ Then walk in it, and you will find rest for your souls. But they said, ‘We will not walk in it!’


Treasury of Scripture

I have chosen the way of truth: your judgments have I laid before me.

chosen

Psalm 119:29,111,173
Remove from me the way of lying: and grant me thy law graciously…

Joshua 24:15
And if it seem evil unto you to serve the LORD, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.

Proverbs 1:29
For that they hated knowledge, and did not choose the fear of the LORD:

thy judgements

Psalm 119:24,52
Thy testimonies also are my delight and my counsellers…

Deuteronomy 11:18-20
Therefore shall ye lay up these my words in your heart and in your soul, and bind them for a sign upon your hand, that they may be as frontlets between your eyes…

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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














I have chosen
The Hebrew root for "chosen" is בָּחַר (bachar), which implies a deliberate and discerning selection. This word suggests an intentional decision, reflecting the psalmist's commitment to a path aligned with divine truth. In a historical context, choosing often involved a covenantal decision, akin to the Israelites choosing to follow God's commandments. This choice is not passive but an active, conscious dedication to a life of faithfulness.

the way of truth
The phrase "way of truth" in Hebrew is דֶּרֶךְ אֱמֶת (derekh emet). "Way" (דֶּרֶךְ) signifies a path or journey, indicating a lifestyle or conduct. "Truth" (אֱמֶת) is a profound concept in Hebrew, encompassing faithfulness, reliability, and constancy. This phrase suggests a life journey grounded in the unwavering truth of God's word. Historically, truth was seen as a divine attribute, and walking in truth meant aligning oneself with God's character and commandments.

I have set
The Hebrew verb שִׁוִּיתִי (shiviti) means to place or set something before oneself. This action implies a deliberate focus and prioritization. The psalmist is not merely acknowledging God's ordinances but actively placing them at the forefront of his life. This reflects a disciplined spiritual practice, akin to the ancient practice of meditating on the law day and night, as seen in Joshua 1:8.

Your ordinances
The term "ordinances" comes from the Hebrew מִשְׁפָּטִים (mishpatim), which refers to judgments or decrees. These are the specific laws and commandments given by God, reflecting His justice and righteousness. In the biblical context, ordinances were not just legal requirements but expressions of God's will and character. They provided a framework for living a life pleasing to God, emphasizing justice, mercy, and humility.

before me
The phrase "before me" in Hebrew is לְנֶגֶדִי (lenegdi), meaning in front of or in the presence of. This indicates a constant awareness and mindfulness of God's laws. The psalmist is committed to keeping God's ordinances in his sight, ensuring that his actions and decisions are guided by divine principles. This reflects a heart posture of submission and reverence, acknowledging God's authority and seeking His guidance in all aspects of life.

Verse 30. - I have chosen the way of truth. The converse of "the way of lying" (ver. 29), the path of true religion, of faithfulness and steadfastness to God. Thy judgments have I laid before me. Thy commandments have I set before my eyes as rules to be observed constantly.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
I have chosen
בָחָ֑רְתִּי (ḇā·ḥā·rə·tî)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 977: To try, select

the way
דֶּֽרֶךְ־ (de·reḵ-)
Noun - common singular construct
Strong's 1870: A road, a course of life, mode of action

of truth;
אֱמוּנָ֥ה (’ĕ·mū·nāh)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 530: Firmness, steadfastness, fidelity

I have set
שִׁוִּֽיתִי׃ (šiw·wî·ṯî)
Verb - Piel - Perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 7737: To level, equalize, to resemble, to adjust

Your ordinances {before me}.
מִשְׁפָּטֶ֥יךָ (miš·pā·ṭe·ḵā)
Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 4941: A verdict, a sentence, formal decree, divine law, penalty, justice, privilege, style


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