Psalm 19:14
New International Version
May these words of my mouth and this meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer.

New Living Translation
May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing to you, O LORD, my rock and my redeemer.

English Standard Version
Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, O LORD, my rock and my redeemer.

Berean Standard Bible
May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in Your sight, O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer.

King James Bible
Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer.

New King James Version
Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart Be acceptable in Your sight, O LORD, my strength and my Redeemer.

New American Standard Bible
May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart Be acceptable in Your sight, LORD, my rock and my Redeemer.

NASB 1995
Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart Be acceptable in Your sight, O LORD, my rock and my Redeemer.

NASB 1977
Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart Be acceptable in Thy sight, O LORD, my rock and my Redeemer.

Legacy Standard Bible
Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart Be acceptable in Your sight, O Yahweh, my rock and my Redeemer.

Amplified Bible
Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart Be acceptable and pleasing in Your sight, O LORD, my [firm, immovable] rock and my Redeemer.

Christian Standard Bible
May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, LORD, my rock and my Redeemer.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to You, LORD, my rock and my Redeemer.

American Standard Version
Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart Be acceptable in thy sight, O Jehovah, my rock, and my redeemer.

Contemporary English Version
Let my words and my thoughts be pleasing to you, LORD, because you are my mighty rock and my protector.

English Revised Version
Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my rock, and my redeemer.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
May the words from my mouth and the thoughts from my heart be acceptable to you, O LORD, my rock and my defender.

Good News Translation
May my words and my thoughts be acceptable to you, O LORD, my refuge and my redeemer!

International Standard Version
May the words of my mouth and the meditations of my heart be acceptable in your sight, LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer.

Majority Standard Bible
May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in Your sight, O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer.

NET Bible
May my words and my thoughts be acceptable in your sight, O LORD, my sheltering rock and my redeemer.

New Heart English Bible
Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight always, LORD, my rock and my redeemer.

Webster's Bible Translation
Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer.

World English Bible
Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, Yahweh, my rock, and my redeemer.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Let the sayings of my mouth, "" And the meditation of my heart, "" Be for a pleasing thing before You, "" O YHWH, my rock, and my redeemer!

Young's Literal Translation
Let the sayings of my mouth, And the meditation of my heart, Be for a pleasing thing before Thee, O Jehovah, my rock, and my redeemer!

Smith's Literal Translation
The saying of my mouth and the meditation of my heart shall be for acceptance before thee, O Jehovah, my rock and my redeemer.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the words of my mouth shall be such as may please: and the meditation of my heart always in thy sight. O Lord, my helper, and my redeemer.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And the eloquence of my mouth will be so as to please, along with the meditation of my heart, in your sight, forever, O Lord, my helper and my redeemer.

New American Bible
Let the words of my mouth be acceptable, the thoughts of my heart before you, LORD, my rock and my redeemer.

New Revised Standard Version
Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, O LORD, my rock and my redeemer.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my helper and my Saviour.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Let the words of my mouth be for your pleasure, and the meditation of my heart before you, LORD JEHOVAH, my helper and my Savior.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable before Thee, O LORD, my Rock, and my Redeemer.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
So shall the sayings of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be pleasing continually before thee, O Lord my helper, and my redeemer.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Heavens Declare the Glory of God
13Keep Your servant also from willful sins; may they not rule over me. Then I will be blameless and cleansed of great transgression. 14May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in Your sight, O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer.

Cross References
James 3:2
We all stumble in many ways. If anyone is never at fault in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to control his whole body.

Proverbs 16:1
The plans of the heart belong to man, but the reply of the tongue is from the LORD.

Matthew 12:34-37
You brood of vipers, how can you who are evil say anything good? For out of the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks. / The good man brings good things out of his good store of treasure, and the evil man brings evil things out of his evil store of treasure. / But I tell you that men will give an account on the day of judgment for every careless word they have spoken. ...

Romans 10:9-10
that if you confess with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. / For with your heart you believe and are justified, and with your mouth you confess and are saved.

Philippians 4:8
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think on these things.

Colossians 3:17
And whatever you do, in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.

Ephesians 4:29
Let no unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building up the one in need and bringing grace to those who listen.

1 Peter 3:15
But in your hearts sanctify Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give a defense to everyone who asks you the reason for the hope that is in you. But respond with gentleness and respect,

Hebrews 13:15
Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise, the fruit of lips that confess His name.

1 John 3:21-22
Beloved, if our hearts do not condemn us, we have confidence before God, / and we will receive from Him whatever we ask, because we keep His commandments and do what is pleasing in His sight.

Proverbs 4:23
Guard your heart with all diligence, for from it flow springs of life.

Psalm 51:10
Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me.

Psalm 141:3
Set a guard, O LORD, over my mouth; keep watch at the door of my lips.

Proverbs 21:23
He who guards his mouth and tongue keeps his soul from distress.

Isaiah 6:5-7
Then I said: “Woe is me, for I am ruined, because I am a man of unclean lips dwelling among a people of unclean lips; for my eyes have seen the King, the LORD of Hosts.” / Then one of the seraphim flew to me, and in his hand was a glowing coal that he had taken with tongs from the altar. / And with it he touched my mouth and said: “Now that this has touched your lips, your iniquity is removed and your sin is atoned for.”


Treasury of Scripture

Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in your sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer.

Let

Psalm 5:1,2
To the chief Musician upon Nehiloth, A Psalm of David. Give ear to my words, O LORD, consider my meditation…

Psalm 51:15
O Lord, open thou my lips; and my mouth shall shew forth thy praise.

Psalm 66:18-20
If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear me: …

strength [heb.

Psalm 18:1,2
To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David, the servant of the LORD, who spake unto the LORD the words of this song in the day that the LORD delivered him from the hand of all his enemies, and from the hand of Saul: And he said, I will love thee, O LORD, my strength…

redeemer

Job 19:25
For I know that my redeemer liveth, and that he shall stand at the latter day upon the earth:

Isaiah 43:14
Thus saith the LORD, your redeemer, the Holy One of Israel; For your sake I have sent to Babylon, and have brought down all their nobles, and the Chaldeans, whose cry is in the ships.

Isaiah 44:6
Thus saith the LORD the King of Israel, and his redeemer the LORD of hosts; I am the first, and I am the last; and beside me there is no God.

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May the words of my mouth
This phrase begins with a personal plea, emphasizing the importance of speech in the life of a believer. The Hebrew word for "words" is "imrah," which often refers to spoken words or promises. In the biblical context, words hold significant power, as seen in the creation narrative where God speaks the world into existence. The psalmist acknowledges that what we say reflects our inner thoughts and desires, and thus, he seeks divine guidance to ensure his speech aligns with God's will.

and the meditation of my heart
The term "meditation" comes from the Hebrew "higgayon," which implies a deep, reflective thought process. This phrase highlights the connection between one's inner contemplations and outward expressions. In ancient Israel, the heart was considered the center of thought and emotion, not just feelings. The psalmist is aware that true righteousness begins internally, and he desires that his innermost thoughts be pleasing to God, recognizing that God sees beyond outward appearances.

be pleasing in Your sight
"Pleasing" is translated from the Hebrew "ratson," which conveys the idea of acceptance or favor. The psalmist seeks not just to avoid sin but to actively delight God with his thoughts and words. This reflects a heart posture of worship and submission, aiming to live a life that is in harmony with God's desires. The phrase "in Your sight" reminds us of God's omnipresence and omniscience, encouraging believers to live transparently before Him.

O LORD
The use of "LORD" in all capitals indicates the Hebrew name "Yahweh," the covenant name of God. This name is deeply personal and relational, reminding the reader of God's faithfulness and His intimate involvement in the lives of His people. By invoking this name, the psalmist acknowledges God's authority and his own dependence on Him.

my Rock
"Rock" is translated from the Hebrew "tsur," symbolizing strength, stability, and protection. In the ancient Near East, rocks were often seen as places of refuge and safety. By calling God his "Rock," the psalmist expresses trust in God's unchanging nature and His ability to provide security amidst life's uncertainties. This metaphor reassures believers of God's steadfastness and reliability.

and my Redeemer
The term "Redeemer" comes from the Hebrew "goel," which refers to a kinsman-redeemer, someone who restores or rescues a relative in distress. This concept is rooted in the Levitical laws where a family member could redeem property or even a person. By calling God his "Redeemer," the psalmist acknowledges God's role in delivering him from sin and restoring him to a right relationship. This reflects the ultimate redemption found in Christ, who fulfills the role of the kinsman-redeemer for all humanity.

(14) Meditation.--Heb., higgaion. (See Psalm 9:16; Psalm 92:3.)

Verse 14. - Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight. Nor let my doings only be righteous; let the door of my lips be kept, that I utter no evil word, and the recesses of my heart be purged, that I think no evil thought. O Lord, my strength; literally, my Rock (צוּדִי), as in Psalm 18:1. And my Redeemer (comp. Psalm 78:35; and see Genesis 48:16; Exodus 15:13; Leviticus 25:48; Ruth 4:4; Job 19:25; Isaiah 63:9). As applied to God, the word "Redeemer" (גואֵל) always means a "Deliverer" from sin, or death, or danger.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
May the words
אִמְרֵי־ (’im·rê-)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 561: Something said

of my mouth
פִ֡י (p̄î)
Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 6310: The mouth, edge, portion, side, according to

and the meditation
וְהֶגְי֣וֹן (wə·heḡ·yō·wn)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1902: A murmuring sound, a musical notation, a machination

of my heart
לִבִּ֣י (lib·bî)
Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 3820: The heart, the feelings, the will, the intellect, centre

be
יִֽהְי֥וּ (yih·yū)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be

pleasing
לְרָצ֨וֹן ׀ (lə·rā·ṣō·wn)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 7522: Goodwill, favor, acceptance, will

in Your sight,
לְפָנֶ֑יךָ (lə·p̄ā·ne·ḵā)
Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 6440: The face

O LORD,
יְ֝הוָ֗ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

my Rock
צוּרִ֥י (ṣū·rî)
Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 6697: A cliff, a rock, boulder, a refuge, an edge

and my Redeemer.
וְגֹאֲלִֽי׃ (wə·ḡō·’ă·lî)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 1350: To redeem, act as kinsman


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