Psalms 119:57 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Thou art my portion, O LORD: I have said that I would keep thy words.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

You are my portion, O LORD: I have promised that I would obey your words.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is declaring that God is everything he needs and committing to follow God's teachings.

📚 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. In ancient times, a 'portion' referred to one's inheritance or share of land and possessions - the most valuable thing a person could own. The psalmist is using this imagery to say that God himself is more valuable than any earthly inheritance.

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