KJV ORIGINAL
Thy testimonies are wonderful: therefore doth my soul keep them.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Your testimonies are wonderful, so my soul keeps them close.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is saying that God's teachings are so amazing that his whole being treasures and follows them.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes from Psalm 119, the longest chapter in the Bible, which is an extended love letter to God's law and teachings. The psalm was likely written during or after Israel's exile when the people had a renewed appreciation for God's word after experiencing the consequences of ignoring it. The Hebrew word for 'testimonies' refers to God's laws and instructions that serve as evidence of His character and will.
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