KJV ORIGINAL
Thy word is true from the beginning: and every one of thy righteous judgments endureth for ever.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Your word has been true from the very beginning, and all of your righteous decisions last forever.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is declaring that God's word has always been completely trustworthy and that His righteous judgments are eternal and unchanging.
📚 Historical Context
Psalm 119 is the longest chapter in the Bible and is an elaborate poem celebrating God's law and word. It was likely written during or after the Babylonian exile when the Jewish people were rediscovering the importance of Scripture. Each section focuses on the reliability, beauty, and life-giving power of God's revealed word.
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