Psalm 119:48
New International Version
I reach out for your commands, which I love, that I may meditate on your decrees.

New Living Translation
I honor and love your commands. I meditate on your decrees. Zayin

English Standard Version
I will lift up my hands toward your commandments, which I love, and I will meditate on your statutes.

Berean Standard Bible
I lift up my hands to Your commandments, which I love, and I meditate on Your statutes.

King James Bible
My hands also will I lift up unto thy commandments, which I have loved; and I will meditate in thy statutes.

New King James Version
My hands also I will lift up to Your commandments, Which I love, And I will meditate on Your statutes.

New American Standard Bible
And I shall lift up my hands to Your commandments, Which I love; And I will meditate on Your statutes.

NASB 1995
And I shall lift up my hands to Your commandments, Which I love; And I will meditate on Your statutes. Zayin.

NASB 1977
And I shall lift up my hands to Thy commandments, Which I love; And I will meditate on Thy statutes.

Legacy Standard Bible
And I shall lift up my hands to Your commandments, Which I love; And I will muse on Your statutes.

Amplified Bible
And I shall lift up my hands to Your commandments, Which I love; And I will meditate on Your statutes.

Christian Standard Bible
I will lift up my hands to your commands, which I love, and will meditate on your statutes.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
I will lift up my hands to Your commands, which I love, and will meditate on Your statutes.

American Standard Version
I will lift up my hands also unto thy commandments, which I have loved; And I will meditate on thy statutes.

Contemporary English Version
I love and respect them and will keep them in mind.

English Revised Version
I will lift up my hands also unto thy commandments, which I have loved; and I will meditate in thy statutes.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
I lift my hands [in prayer] because of your commandments, which I love. I will reflect on your laws.

Good News Translation
I respect and love your commandments; I will meditate on your instructions.

International Standard Version
I will lift up my hands to your commands, which I love, and I will meditate on your statutes.

Majority Standard Bible
I lift up my hands to Your commandments, which I love, and I meditate on Your statutes.

NET Bible
I will lift my hands to your commands, which I love, and I will meditate on your statutes.

New Heart English Bible
I reach out my hands for your commandments, which I love. I will meditate on your statutes.

Webster's Bible Translation
My hands also will I lift to thy commandments, which I have loved; and I will meditate in thy statutes.

World English Bible
I reach out my hands for your commandments, which I love. I will meditate on your statutes.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And I lift up my hands to Your commands, "" That I have loved, "" And I meditate on Your statutes!

Young's Literal Translation
And I lift up my hands unto Thy commands, That I have loved, And I do meditate on Thy statutes!

Smith's Literal Translation
And I will lift up my hands to thy commands which I loved, and I will meditate in thy laws.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And I lifted up my hands to thy commandments, which I loved: and I was exercised in thy justifications.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And I lifted up my hands to your commandments, which I loved. And I was trained in your justifications.

New American Bible
I lift up my hands to your commandments; I study your statutes, which I love.

New Revised Standard Version
I revere your commandments, which I love, and I will meditate on your statutes.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
My hands also will I lift up to thy commandments, which I have loved; and I will meditate in thy commandments, and I will be glorified in thy faith.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
I shall lift my hands to your commandments which I have loved; I shall meditate in your commandments and I shall be glorified in your faith!
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
I will lift up my hands also unto Thy commandments, which I have loved; And I will meditate in Thy statutes.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And I lifted up my hands to thy commandments which I loved; and I meditated in thine ordinances.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Your Word is a Lamp to My Feet
47I delight in Your commandments because I love them. 48I lift up my hands to Your commandments, which I love, and I meditate on Your statutes. 49Remember Your word to Your servant, upon which You have given me hope.…

Cross References
Deuteronomy 6:6-9
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. / Tie them as reminders on your hands and bind them on your foreheads. ...

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.

Psalm 1:2
But his delight is in the Law of the LORD, and on His law he meditates day and night.

Psalm 19:7-11
The Law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the LORD is trustworthy, making wise the simple. / The precepts of the LORD are right, bringing joy to the heart; the commandments of the LORD are radiant, giving light to the eyes. / The fear of the LORD is pure, enduring forever; the judgments of the LORD are true, being altogether righteous. ...

Psalm 119:97
Oh, how I love Your law! All day long it is my meditation.

Psalm 119:15-16
I will meditate on Your precepts and regard Your ways. / I will delight in Your statutes; I will not forget Your word.

Psalm 119:24
Your testimonies are indeed my delight; they are my counselors.

Psalm 119:35
Direct me in the path of Your commandments, for there I find delight.

Psalm 119:47
I delight in Your commandments because I love them.

Psalm 119:72
The law from Your mouth is more precious to me than thousands of pieces of gold and silver.

Psalm 119:103
How sweet are Your words to my taste—sweeter than honey in my mouth!

Psalm 119:127
Therefore I love Your commandments more than gold, even the purest gold.

Psalm 119:140
Your promise is completely pure; therefore Your servant loves it.

Proverbs 3:1-2
My son, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments; / for they will add length to your days, years and peace to your life.

Proverbs 4:20-22
My son, pay attention to my words; incline your ear to my sayings. / Do not lose sight of them; keep them within your heart. / For they are life to those who find them, and health to the whole body.


Treasury of Scripture

My hands also will I lift up to your commandments, which I have loved; and I will meditate in your statutes.

hands

Psalm 10:12
Arise, O LORD; O God, lift up thine hand: forget not the humble.

Ezekiel 44:12
Because they ministered unto them before their idols, and caused the house of Israel to fall into iniquity; therefore have I lifted up mine hand against them, saith the Lord GOD, and they shall bear their iniquity.

Micah 5:9
Thine hand shall be lifted up upon thine adversaries, and all thine enemies shall be cut off.

unto thy

Matthew 7:21
Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.

John 13:17
If ye know these things, happy are ye if ye do them.

John 15:14
Ye are my friends, if ye do whatsoever I command you.

and I will

Psalm 119:15
I will meditate in thy precepts, and have respect unto thy ways.

Psalm 1:2
But his delight is in the law of the LORD; and in his law doth he meditate day and night.

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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 lift up my hands
This phrase signifies an act of worship and surrender. In the Hebrew context, lifting hands is a physical expression of prayer and devotion, often seen in the Psalms as a gesture of reaching out to God. It symbolizes openness and a desire to receive from the Lord. Historically, this act was common in ancient Israelite worship, reflecting a heart posture of humility and reverence.

to Your commandments
The Hebrew word for "commandments" is "mitzvot," which refers to the laws and decrees given by God. These are not merely rules but are seen as divine instructions for living a life that is pleasing to God. In the conservative Christian perspective, the commandments are viewed as timeless truths that guide moral and spiritual conduct. They are cherished as expressions of God's will and character.

which I love
The psalmist's declaration of love for God's commandments highlights a deep, personal affection and commitment. The Hebrew word for "love" here is "ahav," indicating a strong emotional attachment and devotion. This love is not burdensome but is a joyful response to the goodness and wisdom found in God's laws. It reflects a heart transformed by the relationship with God, where obedience is a delight rather than a duty.

and I meditate
The act of meditation in the Hebrew context, "sichah," involves deep, reflective thought and contemplation. It is an intentional focus on God's word, allowing it to permeate one's mind and heart. This practice is essential for spiritual growth and understanding, as it enables believers to internalize and apply God's truths in their lives. Meditation is seen as a means of drawing closer to God and aligning one's thoughts with His.

on Your statutes
The term "statutes" comes from the Hebrew word "chukim," which refers to decrees or ordinances established by God. These are specific instructions that often go beyond human reasoning, requiring faith and trust in God's wisdom. In the conservative Christian view, statutes are embraced as part of God's comprehensive revelation, providing guidance and protection. They are seen as foundational to a life of holiness and righteousness.

(48) My hands.--See Psalm 28:2. The expression here is elliptical: "I will lift my hands in prayer for power to observe Thy commands."

Verse 48. - My hands also will I lift up unto thy commandments, which I have loved. In a sort of qualified worship (comp. Genesis 14:22; Psalm 28:2; Psalm 134:2; Psalm 141:2; Lamentations 3:41). And I will meditate in thy statutes. Almost a repetition of ver. 15a.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
I lift up
וְאֶשָּֽׂא־ (wə·’eś·śā-)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect Cohortative if contextual - first person common singular
Strong's 5375: To lift, carry, take

my hands
כַפַּ֗י (ḵap·pay)
Noun - fdc | first person common singular
Strong's 3709: Hollow or flat of the hand, palm, sole (of the foot), a pan

to
אֶֽל־ (’el-)
Preposition
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

Your commandments,
מִ֭צְוֺתֶיךָ (miṣ·wō·ṯe·ḵā)
Noun - feminine plural construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 4687: Commandment

which
אֲשֶׁ֥ר (’ă·šer)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

I love,
אָהָ֗בְתִּי (’ā·hā·ḇə·tî)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 157: To have affection f

and I meditate
וְאָשִׂ֥יחָה (wə·’ā·śî·ḥāh)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect Cohortative - first person common singular
Strong's 7878: To muse, complain, talk (of)

on Your statutes.
בְחֻקֶּֽיךָ׃ (ḇə·ḥuq·qe·ḵā)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 2706: Something prescribed or owed, a statute


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