KJV ORIGINAL
I have remembered thy name, O LORD, in the night, and have kept thy law.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
I have remembered your name, O LORD, during the night, and I have obeyed your law.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is saying that even in the darkness and quiet of night, they think about God and choose to follow His commands.
📚 Historical Context
Psalms 119 is an extended poem in the Book of Psalms, part of the Old Testament, where the author expresses deep devotion to God's law through an acrostic structure. In ancient Israel, remembering God's name at night likely symbolized faithfulness during times of personal reflection or hardship, such as exile or nightly solitude. This verse highlights the cultural emphasis on the Torah as a guide for living right before God amidst life's challenges.
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