Psalms 119:12

Old Testament Poetry/Hymns ASV (1901)

What does Psalms 119:12 say?

The American Standard Version records this verse as: “Blessed art thou, O Jehovah: Teach me thy statutes.” Read the surrounding verses and the named sources below before drawing broader conclusions.

The verse

Blessed art thou, O Jehovah: Teach me thy statutes.
Psalms 119:12 — American Standard Version

Context — Psalms 119

American Standard Version (1901) — public domain. Click any verse for its study page.
12Blessed art thou, O Jehovah: Teach me thy statutes.

What do historical commentaries say?

John Gill's Exposition
John Gill (1697–1771) · Exposition of the Old and New Testament · 18th-century historical commentary
“Thy vows [are] upon me, O God, etc.] Which he had made to him in the time of his distress and trouble, and which he looked upon himself under obligation to perform; they were debts upon him he ought to pay off; they were with him; they were fresh in his mind and memory; he had not forgot them, which is often the case when trouble is over; and he found his heart inclined to make them good; I will render praises unto thee; which explains what he meant by his vows; namely, sacrifices of praise and thanksgiving to the Lord: when he was in distress, he had vowed and promised, that, if the Lord would deliver him, he would praise his name, and give him all the glory; and now he resolves to fulfil…”
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Barnes' Notes
Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · Notes on the Whole Bible · 19th-century historical commentary
“Blessed art thou, O Lord - Blessed art thou as the author of such a law. This language of benediction or doxology is an outbreak of feeling or adoration in view of such a law - so good, so holy, so suited to direct and guide man. The mind is full of the subject; and the lips give vent to the feeling of gratitude and joy that such a law had been revealed to people. Teach me thy statutes - Make me more and more acquainted with a law so pure, so rich, so valuable. return to 'Top of Page'”
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Treasury of Scriptural Knowledge
R. A. Torrey and contributors · The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge · Cross-reference reference work
“Blessed: Ti1 1:11, Ti1 6:15 teach: Psa 119:26, Psa 119:27, Psa 119:33, Psa 119:64, Psa 119:66, Psa 119:68, Psa 119:71, Psa 119:72, Psa 119:108, Psa 119:124, Psa 25:4, Psa 25:5, Psa 86:11, Psa 143:10; Luk 24:45; Joh 14:26; Jo1 2:27 Psalms 119:13”
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