Psalm 119:33
New International Version
Teach me, LORD, the way of your decrees, that I may follow it to the end.

New Living Translation
Teach me your decrees, O LORD; I will keep them to the end.

English Standard Version
Teach me, O LORD, the way of your statutes; and I will keep it to the end.

Berean Standard Bible
Teach me, O LORD, the way of Your statutes, and I will keep them to the end.

King James Bible
HE. Teach me, O LORD, the way of thy statutes; and I shall keep it unto the end.

New King James Version
Teach me, O LORD, the way of Your statutes, And I shall keep it to the end.

New American Standard Bible
Teach me, the way of Your statutes, LORD, And I shall comply with it to the end.

NASB 1995
Teach me, O LORD, the way of Your statutes, And I shall observe it to the end.

NASB 1977
Teach me, O LORD, the way of Thy statutes, And I shall observe it to the end.

Legacy Standard Bible
Instruct me, O Yahweh, in the way of Your statutes, That I may observe it to the end.

Amplified Bible
Teach me, O LORD, the way of Your statutes, And I will [steadfastly] observe it to the end.

Christian Standard Bible
Teach me, LORD, the meaning of your statutes, and I will always keep them.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Teach me, LORD, the meaning of Your statutes, and I will always keep them.

American Standard Version
? HE. Teach me, O Jehovah, the way of thy statutes; And I shall keep it unto the end.

Contemporary English Version
Point out your rules, LORD, and I won't disobey even one of them.

English Revised Version
HE. Teach me, O LORD, the way of thy statutes; and I shall keep it unto the end.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Teach me, O LORD, how to live by your laws, and I will obey them to the end.

Good News Translation
Teach me, LORD, the meaning of your laws, and I will obey them at all times.

International Standard Version
Teach me, LORD, about the way of your statutes, and I will observe them without fail.

Majority Standard Bible
Teach me, O LORD, the way of Your statutes, and I will keep them to the end.

NET Bible
Teach me, O LORD, the lifestyle prescribed by your statutes, so that I might observe it continually.

New Heart English Bible
HEY Teach me, LORD, the way of your statutes. I will keep them to the end.

Webster's Bible Translation
HE. Teach me, O LORD, the way of thy statutes; and I shall keep it to the end.

World English Bible
HE Teach me, Yahweh, the way of your statutes. I will keep them to the end.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
[HE] Show me, O YHWH, the way of Your statutes, "" And I keep it—[to] the end.

Young's Literal Translation
He. Show me, O Jehovah, the way of Thy statutes, And I keep it -- to the end.

Smith's Literal Translation
Teach me O Jehovah, the way of thy laws, and I will watch it forever.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
[HE] Set before me for a law the way of thy justifications, O Lord: and I will always seek after it.

Catholic Public Domain Version
HE. O Lord, place the law before me, the way of your justifications, and I will always inquire into it.

New American Bible
LORD, teach me the way of your statutes; I shall keep them with care.

New Revised Standard Version
Teach me, O LORD, the way of your statutes, and I will observe it to the end.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
HE. Teach me, O LORD, the way of thy commandments; and I shall keep them unto the end.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
He Teach me, LORD JEHOVAH, the way of your commandments, and I shall keep them.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Teach me, O LORD, the way of Thy statutes; And I will keep it at every step.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Teach me, O Lord, the way of thine ordinances, and I will seek it out continually.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Your Word is a Lamp to My Feet
32I run in the path of Your commandments, for You will enlarge my heart. 33Teach me, O LORD, the way of Your statutes, and I will keep them to the end. 34Give me understanding that I may obey Your law, and follow it with all my heart.…

Cross References
James 1:5
Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.

Proverbs 2:6
For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.

John 14:26
But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have told you.

2 Timothy 3:16-17
All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness, / so that the man of God may be complete, fully equipped for every good work.

Matthew 7:24-25
Therefore everyone who hears these words of Mine and acts on them is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. / The rain fell, the torrents raged, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because its foundation was on the rock.

Romans 15:4
For everything that was written in the past was written for our instruction, so that through endurance and the encouragement of the Scriptures, we might have hope.

Colossians 3:16
Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God.

Hebrews 8:10
For this is the covenant I will make with the house of Israel after those days, declares the Lord. I will put My laws in their minds and inscribe them on their hearts. And I will be their God, and they will be My people.

1 John 2:27
And as for you, the anointing you received from Him remains in you, and you do not need anyone to teach you. But just as His true and genuine anointing teaches you about all things, so remain in Him as you have been taught.

Luke 11:28
But He replied, “Blessed rather are those who hear the word of God and obey it.”

Isaiah 54:13
Then all your sons will be taught by the LORD, and great will be their prosperity.

Jeremiah 31:33
“But this is the covenant I will make with the house of Israel after those days, declares the LORD. I will put My law in their minds and inscribe it on their hearts. And I will be their God, and they will be My people.

Deuteronomy 6:6-7
These words I am commanding you today are to be upon your hearts. / And you shall teach them diligently to your children and speak of them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.

Proverbs 4:4-5
he taught me and said, “Let your heart lay hold of my words; keep my commands and you will live. / Get wisdom, get understanding; do not forget my words or turn from them.

Joshua 1:8
This Book of the Law must not depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. For then you will prosper and succeed in all you do.


Treasury of Scripture

Teach me, O LORD, the way of your statutes; and I shall keep it to the end.

teach

Psalm 119:12,26,27
Blessed art thou, O LORD: teach me thy statutes…

Isaiah 54:13
And all thy children shall be taught of the LORD; and great shall be the peace of thy children.

John 6:45
It is written in the prophets, And they shall be all taught of God. Every man therefore that hath heard, and hath learned of the Father, cometh unto me.

I shall keep

Psalm 119:8,112
I will keep thy statutes: O forsake me not utterly…

Matthew 10:22
And ye shall be hated of all men for my name's sake: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved.

Matthew 24:13
But he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved.

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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














Teach me, O LORD
The phrase begins with a plea for divine instruction. The Hebrew word for "teach" is "לַמֵּד" (lamed), which implies not just imparting knowledge but guiding and training in a way that transforms the learner. This reflects a deep desire for spiritual growth and understanding, acknowledging that true wisdom comes from God alone. The invocation of "O LORD" uses the sacred name "Yahweh," emphasizing a personal relationship with the covenant-keeping God who is both teacher and guide.

the way of Your statutes
"The way" (דֶּרֶךְ, derek) signifies a path or journey, suggesting that following God's statutes is a lifelong pilgrimage. "Statutes" (חֻקִּים, chuqqim) are decrees or laws that are firmly established. In the historical context, these statutes were given to Israel as part of the covenant at Sinai, meant to set them apart as God's people. The psalmist's request is not merely for knowledge of these laws but for the ability to walk in them, indicating a holistic approach to living out one's faith.

and I will keep them
The commitment to "keep" (שָׁמַר, shamar) implies more than mere obedience; it involves guarding, preserving, and cherishing God's commandments. This reflects a heart posture that values God's word as precious and life-giving. In the scriptural context, keeping God's statutes is a recurring theme, underscoring the importance of faithfulness and dedication in the believer's life.

to the end
The phrase "to the end" (עֵקֶב, eqeb) can be understood as "forever" or "to the utmost." It conveys a sense of perseverance and enduring commitment. Historically, this reflects the covenantal promise of blessing for those who remain faithful to God's commands. The psalmist's declaration is one of steadfastness, expressing a desire to remain true to God's ways throughout life's journey, regardless of challenges or trials.

HE.

(33) To the end.--See Psalm 119:112. This word, used adverbially, is peculiar to this psalm.

Verse 33. - Teach me, O Lord, the way of thy statutes. This is the main prayer of the psalm - a prayer for spiritual enlightenment. It occurs eight times (vers. 12, 26, 33, 64, 68, 108, 124, and 135). And I shall keep it unto the end. Either "to the end of my life," or (as Dr. Kay thinks) "to the uttermost."

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Teach me,
הוֹרֵ֣נִי (hō·w·rê·nî)
Verb - Hifil - Imperative - masculine singular | first person common singular
Strong's 3384: To flow as water, to lay, throw, to point out, to teach

O LORD,
יְ֭הוָה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3069: YHWH

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

of Your statutes,
חֻקֶּ֗יךָ (ḥuq·qe·ḵā)
Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 2706: Something prescribed or owed, a statute

and I will keep [them]
וְאֶצְּרֶ֥נָּה (wə·’eṣ·ṣə·ren·nāh)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect Cohortative if contextual - first person common singular | third person feminine singular
Strong's 5341: To watch, guard, keep

to the end.
עֵֽקֶב׃ (‘ê·qeḇ)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6118: A heel, the last of anything, result, compensation, on account of


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