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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/psalms/119.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/psalms/119.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />I rejoice in your promise like one who finds great spoil.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/119.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />I rejoice in your word like one who discovers a great treasure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/119.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />I rejoice at your word like one who finds great spoil.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/119.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />I rejoice in Your promise like one who finds great spoil.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/119.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />I rejoice at thy word, as one that findeth great spoil.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/119.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />I rejoice at Your word As one who finds great treasure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/119.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />I rejoice at Your word, Like one who finds great plunder.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/119.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />I rejoice at Your word, As one who finds great spoil.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/119.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />I rejoice at Thy word, As one who finds great spoil.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/119.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />I rejoice at Your word, As one who finds much spoil.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/119.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />I rejoice at Your word, As one who finds great treasure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/119.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />I rejoice over your promise like one who finds vast treasure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/119.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />I rejoice over Your promise like one who finds vast treasure. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/119.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />I rejoice at thy word, As one that findeth great spoil.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/119.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />because they bring happiness like treasures taken in war. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/119.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />I rejoice at thy word, as one that findeth great spoil.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/119.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />I find joy in your promise like someone who finds a priceless treasure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/119.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />How happy I am because of your promises--as happy as someone who finds rich treasure. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/119.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />I find joy at what you have said like one who has discovered a great treasure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/119.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />I rejoice in Your promise like one who finds great spoil.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/119.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />I rejoice in your instructions, like one who finds much plunder. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/119.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />I rejoice at your word, as one who finds great spoil.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/119.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />I rejoice at thy word, as one that findeth great spoil.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/119.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />I rejoice at your word, as one who finds great plunder. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/119.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />I rejoice concerning Your saying, "" As one finding abundant spoil.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/119.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> I do rejoice concerning Thy saying, As one finding abundant spoil.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/119.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />I rejoice at thy word as he finding much spoil.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/119.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />I will rejoice at thy words, as one that hath found great spoil. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/119.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 118:162>I will rejoice over your eloquence, like one who has found many spoils.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/119.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />I rejoice at your promise, as one who has found rich spoil. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/119.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />I rejoice at your word like one who finds great spoil.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/119.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />I rejoice at thy word, as one that finds great spoil.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/119.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />I am gladdened by your word like he that finds much loot.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/119.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />I rejoice at Thy word, As one that findeth great spoil.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/119.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />I will exult because of thine oracles, as one that finds much spoil.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/119-162.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nFaD2oDhKPc?start=15912" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/psalms/119.htm">Your Word is a Lamp to My Feet</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">161</span>Rulers persecute me without cause, but my heart fears only Your word. <span class="reftext">162</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/595.htm" title="595: ’ā·nō·ḵî (Pro-1cs) -- I. Sometimes; a primitive pro. I.">I</a> <a href="/hebrew/7797.htm" title="7797: śāś (V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- To exult, rejoice. Or siys; a primitive root; to be bright, i.e. Cheerful.">rejoice</a> <a href="/hebrew/5921.htm" title="5921: ‘al- (Prep) -- Properly, the same as al used as a preposition; above, over, upon, or against in a great variety of applications.">in</a> <a href="/hebrew/565.htm" title="565: ’im·rā·ṯe·ḵā (N-fsc:: 2ms) -- Utterance, speech, word. Or memrah; feminine of 'emer, and meaning the same.">Your promise</a> <a href="/hebrew/4672.htm" title="4672: kə·mō·w·ṣê (Prep-k:: V-Qal-Prtcpl-msc) -- To attain to, find. ">like one who finds</a> <a href="/hebrew/7227.htm" title="7227: rāḇ (Adj-ms) -- Much, many, great. By contracted from rabab; abundant.">great</a> <a href="/hebrew/7998.htm" title="7998: šā·lāl (N-ms) -- A prey, spoil, plunder, booty. From shalal; booty.">spoil.</a> </span><span class="reftext">163</span>I hate and abhor falsehood, but Your law I love.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/15-16.htm">Jeremiah 15:16</a></span><br />Your words were found, and I ate them. Your words became my joy and my heart’s delight. For I bear Your name, O LORD God of Hosts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/13-44.htm">Matthew 13:44</a></span><br />The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and in his joy he went and sold all he had and bought that field.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/2-4.htm">Proverbs 2:4-5</a></span><br />if you seek it like silver and search it out like hidden treasure, / then you will discern the fear of the LORD and discover the knowledge of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/1-8.htm">1 Peter 1:8</a></span><br />Though you have not seen Him, you love Him; and though you do not see Him now, you believe in Him and rejoice with an inexpressible and glorious joy,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/3-16.htm">Colossians 3:16</a></span><br />Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/15-4.htm">Romans 15:4</a></span><br />For everything that was written in the past was written for our instruction, so that through endurance and the encouragement of the Scriptures, we might have hope.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/15-11.htm">John 15:11</a></span><br />I have told you these things so that My joy may be in you and your joy may be complete.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/4-4.htm">Philippians 4:4</a></span><br />Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/9-3.htm">Isaiah 9:3</a></span><br />You have enlarged the nation and increased its joy. The people rejoice before You as they rejoice at harvest time, as men rejoice in dividing the plunder.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/24-32.htm">Luke 24:32</a></span><br />They asked each other, “Were not our hearts burning within us as He spoke with us on the road and opened the Scriptures to us?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_thessalonians/1-6.htm">1 Thessalonians 1:6</a></span><br />And you became imitators of us and of the Lord when you welcomed the message with the joy of the Holy Spirit, in spite of your great suffering.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/8-12.htm">Nehemiah 8:12</a></span><br />Then all the people began to eat and drink, to send out portions, and to rejoice greatly, because they understood the words that had been made known to them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/6-10.htm">2 Corinthians 6:10</a></span><br />sorrowful, yet always rejoicing; poor, yet making many rich; having nothing, and yet possessing everything.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/4-12.htm">Hebrews 4:12</a></span><br />For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it pierces even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow. It judges the thoughts and intentions of the heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/23-12.htm">Job 23:12</a></span><br />I have not departed from the command of His lips; I have treasured the words of His mouth more than my daily bread.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">I rejoice at your word, as one that finds great spoil.</p><p class="hdg">rejoice</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/119-72.htm">Psalm 119:72,111</a></b></br> The law of thy mouth <i>is</i> better unto me than thousands of gold and silver… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/jeremiah/15-16.htm">Jeremiah 15:16</a></b></br> Thy words were found, and I did eat them; and thy word was unto me the joy and rejoicing of mine heart: for I am called by thy name, O LORD God of hosts.</p><p class="hdg">as one</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_samuel/30-16.htm">1 Samuel 30:16</a></b></br> And when he had brought him down, behold, <i>they were</i> spread abroad upon all the earth, eating and drinking, and dancing, because of all the great spoil that they had taken out of the land of the Philistines, and out of the land of Judah.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/16-19.htm">Proverbs 16:19</a></b></br> Better <i>it is to be</i> of an humble spirit with the lowly, than to divide the spoil with the proud.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/9-3.htm">Isaiah 9:3</a></b></br> Thou hast multiplied the nation, <i>and</i> not increased the joy: they joy before thee according to the joy in harvest, <i>and</i> as <i>men</i> rejoice when they divide the spoil.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/106-7.htm">Abundant</a> <a href="/psalms/119-70.htm">Delighted</a> <a href="/psalms/89-20.htm">Discovery</a> <a href="/job/33-10.htm">Findeth</a> <a href="/psalms/107-4.htm">Finding</a> <a href="/psalms/112-1.htm">Finds</a> <a href="/psalms/119-159.htm">Great</a> <a href="/psalms/119-111.htm">Joy</a> <a href="/psalms/119-98.htm">Makes</a> <a href="/psalms/119-154.htm">Promise</a> <a href="/psalms/119-74.htm">Rejoice</a> <a href="/psalms/109-11.htm">Spoil</a> <a href="/psalms/119-14.htm">Wealth</a> <a href="/psalms/119-161.htm">Word</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/119-165.htm">Abundant</a> <a href="/songs/2-3.htm">Delighted</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-13.htm">Discovery</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-13.htm">Findeth</a> <a href="/proverbs/4-22.htm">Finding</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-13.htm">Finds</a> <a href="/psalms/119-165.htm">Great</a> <a href="/psalms/126-2.htm">Joy</a> <a href="/psalms/135-7.htm">Makes</a> <a href="/psalms/119-170.htm">Promise</a> <a href="/psalms/149-2.htm">Rejoice</a> <a href="/proverbs/1-13.htm">Spoil</a> <a href="/psalms/122-7.htm">Wealth</a> <a href="/psalms/119-167.htm">Word</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 119</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-1.htm">This psalm contains various prayers, praises, and professions of obedience.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">2. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-2.htm">Aleph.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">9. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-9.htm">Beth</a></span><br><span class="reftext">17. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-17.htm">Gimel</a></span><br><span class="reftext">25. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-25.htm">Daleth</a></span><br><span class="reftext">33. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-33.htm">He</a></span><br><span class="reftext">41. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-41.htm">Waw</a></span><br><span class="reftext">49. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-49.htm">Zayin</a></span><br><span class="reftext">57. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-57.htm">Heth</a></span><br><span class="reftext">65. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-65.htm">Teth</a></span><br><span class="reftext">73. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-73.htm">Yodh</a></span><br><span class="reftext">81. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-81.htm">Kaph</a></span><br><span class="reftext">89. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-89.htm">Lamedh</a></span><br><span class="reftext">97. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-97.htm">Mem</a></span><br><span class="reftext">105. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-105.htm">Nun</a></span><br><span class="reftext">113. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-113.htm">Samekh</a></span><br><span class="reftext">121. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-121.htm">Ayin</a></span><br><span class="reftext">129. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-129.htm">Pe</a></span><br><span class="reftext">137. 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valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/psalms/119.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>I rejoice in Your promise</b><br>The psalmist expresses a deep sense of joy and satisfaction in God's promises. This joy is not merely emotional but is rooted in the assurance and reliability of God's word. In the biblical context, God's promises often refer to His covenants with His people, such as the Abrahamic, Mosaic, and Davidic covenants. These promises are seen as unbreakable and are a source of hope and encouragement. The joy in God's promise can be compared to the joy of salvation, as seen in other scriptures like <a href="/isaiah/12-3.htm">Isaiah 12:3</a>, where believers draw water from the wells of salvation with joy. This phrase also reflects the psalmist's personal relationship with God, where His promises are not just abstract concepts but personal assurances.<p><b>like one who finds great spoil</b><br>The imagery of finding great spoil suggests a victorious outcome after a battle, where the spoils of war are collected. In ancient times, spoils were the goods and treasures taken from a defeated enemy, symbolizing triumph and reward. This metaphor indicates the immense value and satisfaction the psalmist finds in God's promises, equating them to the tangible and substantial rewards of victory. Historically, spoils were a significant part of warfare in the ancient Near East, often determining the wealth and power of a nation. Spiritually, this can be connected to the believer's victory over sin and the world through Christ, as seen in passages like <a href="/romans/8-37.htm">Romans 8:37</a>, where believers are described as "more than conquerors." The psalmist's comparison underscores the incomparable worth of divine promises, which provide spiritual riches and eternal security.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/p/psalmist.htm">Psalmist</a></b><br>The author of <a href="/bsb/psalms/119.htm">Psalm 119</a>, traditionally believed to be King David, who expresses deep devotion and love for God's law.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>The divine author of the promises and laws that the psalmist treasures.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/p/promise.htm">Promise</a></b><br>Refers to the assurances and commitments made by God, which are found throughout Scripture.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/s/spoil.htm">Spoil</a></b><br>A term used to describe the treasures or rewards obtained after a victory, often in battle.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_value_of_god's_promises.htm">The Value of God's Promises</a></b><br>Just as spoil is a reward after a battle, God's promises are treasures that provide spiritual wealth and victory in life's challenges.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/j/joy_in_the_word.htm">Joy in the Word</a></b><br>The psalmist's joy is not in material wealth but in the spiritual riches found in God's promises. Believers are encouraged to find their joy in Scripture.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/seeking_and_finding.htm">Seeking and Finding</a></b><br>Like a treasure hunter, believers should diligently seek God's promises, knowing that they hold the key to true joy and fulfillment.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faith_in_god's_faithfulness.htm">Faith in God's Faithfulness</a></b><br>Trusting in God's promises requires faith, as they are often fulfilled in His timing. This faith brings joy and peace, even in waiting.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/rejoicing_in_all_circumstances.htm">Rejoicing in All Circumstances</a></b><br>The psalmist's example teaches us to rejoice in God's promises regardless of our current circumstances, trusting in His ultimate plan and provision.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_119.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 119</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what's_psalm_119's_main_message.htm">What is the central message of Psalm 119?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/meaning_of_john_8_32_on_truth.htm">What does the Bible teach about comfort?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_do_the_faithful_suffer.htm">The psalm insists that following God's laws brings peace and protection, yet other Bible passages show faithful people enduring suffering and persecution (Psalm 119:165).</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_do_faith_and_grit_beat_adversity.htm">How do faith and perseverance overcome persecution and adversity?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/119.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(162) Comp. <a href="/isaiah/9-3.htm" title="You have multiplied the nation, and not increased the joy: they joy before you according to the joy in harvest, and as men rejoice when they divide the spoil.">Isaiah 9:3</a>.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/119.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 162.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">I rejoice at thy Word, as one that findeth great spoil</span>. We must not limit this to the promises contained in God's Law. The psalmist views the precepts of the Law as a real treasure (vers. 14, 72, 127), since they make him wise unto salvation. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/119-162.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">I</span><br /><span class="heb">אָ֭נֹכִֽי</span> <span class="translit">(’ā·nō·ḵî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Pronoun - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_595.htm">Strong's 595: </a> </span><span class="str2">I</span><br /><br /><span class="word">rejoice</span><br /><span class="heb">שָׂ֣שׂ</span> <span class="translit">(śāś)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7797.htm">Strong's 7797: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be bright, cheerful</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in</span><br /><span class="heb">עַל־</span> <span class="translit">(‘al-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5921.htm">Strong's 5921: </a> </span><span class="str2">Above, over, upon, against</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Your promise</span><br /><span class="heb">אִמְרָתֶ֑ךָ</span> <span class="translit">(’im·rā·ṯe·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_565.htm">Strong's 565: </a> </span><span class="str2">Utterance, speech, word</span><br /><br /><span class="word">like one who finds</span><br /><span class="heb">כְּ֝מוֹצֵ֗א</span> <span class="translit">(kə·mō·w·ṣê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-k | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4672.htm">Strong's 4672: </a> </span><span class="str2">To come forth to, appear, exist, to attain, find, acquire, to occur, meet, be present</span><br /><br /><span class="word">great</span><br /><span class="heb">רָֽב׃</span> <span class="translit">(rāḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7227.htm">Strong's 7227: </a> </span><span class="str2">Much, many, great</span><br /><br /><span class="word">spoil.</span><br /><span class="heb">שָׁלָ֥ל</span> <span class="translit">(šā·lāl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7998.htm">Strong's 7998: </a> </span><span class="str2">A prey, spoil, plunder, booty</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/119-162.htm">Psalm 119:162 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/119-162.htm">Psalm 119:162 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/119-162.htm">Psalm 119:162 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/119-162.htm">Psalm 119:162 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/119-162.htm">Psalm 119:162 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/119-162.htm">Psalm 119:162 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/119-162.htm">Psalm 119:162 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/119-162.htm">Psalm 119:162 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/119-162.htm">Psalm 119:162 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/119-162.htm">Psalm 119:162 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/119-162.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 119:162 I rejoice at your word as one (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/119-161.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 119:161"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 119:161" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/119-163.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 119:163"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 119:163" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>