KJV ORIGINAL
Make thy face to shine upon thy servant; and teach me thy statutes.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Let your face shine on me, your servant, and teach me your laws.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is asking God to show His favor and blessing while also requesting to learn God's ways and commands.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes from Psalm 119, the longest chapter in the Bible, which is an elaborate poem celebrating God's law and Word. The phrase 'make thy face to shine' echoes the ancient priestly blessing from Numbers 6:25 and was a familiar way of asking for God's favor and presence. In ancient Hebrew culture, a shining face represented approval, blessing, and divine grace.
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