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Psalms 116:9

Old Testament Poetry/Hymns ASV (1901)

What does Psalms 116:9 say?

The American Standard Version records this verse as: “I will walk before Jehovah In the land of the living.” Read the surrounding verses and the named sources below before drawing broader conclusions.

The verse

I will walk before Jehovah In the land of the living.
Psalms 116:9 — American Standard Version

Context — Psalms 116

American Standard Version (1901) — public domain. Click any verse for its study page.
6Jehovah preserveth the simple: I was brought low, and he saved me.
7Return unto thy rest, O my soul; For Jehovah hath dealt bountifully with thee.
8For thou hast delivered my soul from death, Mine eyes from tears, [And] my feet from falling.
9I will walk before Jehovah In the land of the living.
10I believe, for I will speak: I was greatly afflicted:
11I said in my haste, All men are liars.
12What shall I render unto Jehovah For all his benefits toward me?
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What do historical commentaries say?

Barnes' Notes
Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · Notes on the Whole Bible · 19th-century historical commentary
“I will walk before the Lord ... - Compare Psalms 27:13, note; Isaiah 38:20, note. This expresses a full belief that he would live, and a purpose to live “before the Lord;” that is, as in his presence, in his service, and enjoying communion with him. return to 'Top of Page'”
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Tyndale Open Study Notes
Tyndale House Publishers · Tyndale Open Study Notes · Modern study notes
“116:9 I walk in the Lord’s presence: The psalmist already lived with integrity, but since his experience of deep distress, he now enjoys open fellowship with the Lord (see 56:13; cp. Job 42:5).”
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Treasury of Scriptural Knowledge
R. A. Torrey and contributors · The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge · Cross-reference reference work
“walk: Psa 61:7; Gen 17:1; Kg1 2:4, Kg1 8:25, Kg1 9:4; Luk 1:6, Luk 1:75 in the land: Psa 27:13; Isa 53:8 Psalms 116:10”
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