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Teach me, O LORD, the way of thy statutes; and I shall keep it <i>unto</i> the end.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/119.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Teach me, O LORD, the way of Your statutes, And I shall keep it <i>to</i> the end.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/119.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Teach me, the way of Your statutes, LORD, And I shall comply with it to the end.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/119.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Teach me, O LORD, the way of Your statutes, And I shall observe it to the end.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/119.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Teach me, O LORD, the way of Thy statutes, And I shall observe it to the end.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/119.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Instruct me, O Yahweh, in the way of Your statutes, That I may observe it to the end.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/119.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Teach me, O LORD, the way of Your statutes, And I will [steadfastly] observe it to the end.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/119.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Teach me, LORD, the meaning of your statutes, and I will always keep them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/119.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Teach me, LORD, the meaning of Your statutes, and I will always keep them. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/119.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />? HE. Teach me, O Jehovah, the way of thy statutes; And I shall keep it unto the end.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/119.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Point out your rules, LORD, and I won't disobey even one of them. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/119.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />HE. Teach me, O LORD, the way of thy statutes; and I shall keep it unto the end.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/119.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Teach me, O LORD, how to live by your laws, and I will obey them to the end.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/119.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Teach me, LORD, the meaning of your laws, and I will obey them at all times. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/119.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Teach me, LORD, about the way of your statutes, and I will observe them without fail. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/119.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Teach me, O LORD, the way of Your statutes, and I will keep them to the end.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/119.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Teach me, O LORD, the lifestyle prescribed by your statutes, so that I might observe it continually. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/119.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />HEY Teach me, LORD, the way of your statutes. I will keep them to the end.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/119.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />HE. Teach me, O LORD, the way of thy statutes; and I shall keep it to the end.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/119.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />HE Teach me, Yahweh, the way of your statutes. I will keep them to the end. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/119.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />[HE] Show me, O YHWH, the way of Your statutes, "" And I keep it—[to] the end.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/119.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> He. Show me, O Jehovah, the way of Thy statutes, And I keep it -- to the end.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/119.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Teach me O Jehovah, the way of thy laws, and I will watch it forever.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/119.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />[HE] Set before me for a law the way of thy justifications, O Lord: and I will always seek after it. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/119.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 118:33>HE. O Lord, place the law before me, the way of your justifications, and I will always inquire into it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/119.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />LORD, teach me the way of your statutes; I shall keep them with care. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/119.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Teach me, O LORD, the way of your statutes, and I will observe it to the end.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/119.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />HE. Teach me, O LORD, the way of thy commandments; and I shall keep them unto the end.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/119.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />He Teach me, LORD JEHOVAH, the way of your commandments, and I shall keep them.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/119.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Teach me, O LORD, the way of Thy statutes; And I will keep it at every step.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/119.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Teach me, O Lord, the way of thine ordinances, and I will seek it out continually.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/119-33.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=15141" 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">32</span>I run in the path of Your commandments, for You will enlarge my heart. <span class="reftext">33</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3384.htm" title="3384: hō·w·rê·nî (V-Hifil-Imp-ms:: 1cs) -- Or yara; a primitive root; properly, to flow as water; transitively, to lay or throw; figuratively, to point out, to teach.">Teach me,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">O LORD,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1870.htm" title="1870: de·reḵ (N-csc) -- Way, road, distance, journey, manner. From darak; a road; figuratively, a course of life or mode of action, often adverb.">the way</a> <a href="/hebrew/2706.htm" title="2706: ḥuq·qe·ḵā (N-mpc:: 2ms) -- Something prescribed or owed, a statute. From chaqaq; an enactment; hence, an appointment.">of Your statutes,</a> <a href="/hebrew/5341.htm" title="5341: wə·’eṣ·ṣə·ren·nāh (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConjImperf.h-1cs:: 3fse) -- To watch, guard, keep. A primitive root; to guard, in a good sense Or a bad one.">and I will keep them</a> <a href="/hebrew/6118.htm" title="6118: ‘ê·qeḇ (N-ms) -- From aqab in the sense of aqeb; a heel, i.e. the last of anything; also result, i.e. Compensation; and so on account of.">to the end.</a> </span><span class="reftext">34</span>Give me understanding that I may obey Your law, and follow it with all my heart.…<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="/james/1-5.htm">James 1:5</a></span><br />Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/2-6.htm">Proverbs 2:6</a></span><br />For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/14-26.htm">John 14:26</a></span><br />But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have told you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/3-16.htm">2 Timothy 3:16-17</a></span><br />All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness, / so that the man of God may be complete, fully equipped for every good work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/7-24.htm">Matthew 7:24-25</a></span><br />Therefore everyone who hears these words of Mine and acts on them is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. / The rain fell, the torrents raged, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because its foundation was on the rock.<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="/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="/hebrews/8-10.htm">Hebrews 8:10</a></span><br />For this is the covenant I will make with the house of Israel after those days, declares the Lord. I will put My laws in their minds and inscribe them on their hearts. And I will be their God, and they will be My people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/2-27.htm">1 John 2:27</a></span><br />And as for you, the anointing you received from Him remains in you, and you do not need anyone to teach you. But just as His true and genuine anointing teaches you about all things, so remain in Him as you have been taught.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/11-28.htm">Luke 11:28</a></span><br />But He replied, “Blessed rather are those who hear the word of God and obey it.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/54-13.htm">Isaiah 54:13</a></span><br />Then all your sons will be taught by the LORD, and great will be their prosperity.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/31-33.htm">Jeremiah 31:33</a></span><br />“But this is the covenant I will make with the house of Israel after those days, declares the LORD. I will put My law in their minds and inscribe it on their hearts. And I will be their God, and they will be My people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/6-6.htm">Deuteronomy 6:6-7</a></span><br />These words I am commanding you today are to be upon your hearts. / And you shall teach them diligently to your children and speak of them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/4-4.htm">Proverbs 4:4-5</a></span><br />he taught me and said, “Let your heart lay hold of my words; keep my commands and you will live. / Get wisdom, get understanding; do not forget my words or turn from them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/joshua/1-8.htm">Joshua 1:8</a></span><br />This Book of the Law must not depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. For then you will prosper and succeed in all you do.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Teach me, O LORD, the way of your statutes; and I shall keep it to the end.</p><p class="hdg">teach</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/119-12.htm">Psalm 119:12,26,27</a></b></br> Blessed <i>art</i> thou, O LORD: teach me thy statutes… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/54-13.htm">Isaiah 54:13</a></b></br> And all thy children <i>shall be</i> taught of the LORD; and great <i>shall be</i> the peace of thy children.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/john/6-45.htm">John 6:45</a></b></br> It is written in the prophets, And they shall be all taught of God. Every man therefore that hath heard, and hath learned of the Father, cometh unto me.</p><p class="hdg">I shall keep</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/119-8.htm">Psalm 119:8,112</a></b></br> I will keep thy statutes: O forsake me not utterly… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/matthew/10-22.htm">Matthew 10:22</a></b></br> And ye shall be hated of all <i>men</i> for my name's sake: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/matthew/24-13.htm">Matthew 24:13</a></b></br> But he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/119-26.htm">Decrees</a> <a href="/psalms/112-8.htm">End</a> <a href="/psalms/111-10.htm">Follow</a> <a href="/psalms/119-22.htm">Observe</a> <a href="/psalms/119-26.htm">Rules</a> <a href="/psalms/109-16.htm">Show</a> <a href="/psalms/119-31.htm">Statutes</a> <a href="/psalms/89-51.htm">Step</a> <a href="/psalms/119-29.htm">Teach</a> <a href="/psalms/119-32.htm">Way</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/119-48.htm">Decrees</a> <a href="/psalms/119-87.htm">End</a> <a href="/psalms/119-63.htm">Follow</a> <a href="/psalms/119-34.htm">Observe</a> <a href="/psalms/119-48.htm">Rules</a> <a href="/psalms/142-2.htm">Show</a> <a href="/psalms/119-36.htm">Statutes</a> <a href="/psalms/119-112.htm">Step</a> <a href="/psalms/119-64.htm">Teach</a> <a href="/psalms/119-35.htm">Way</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. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-137.htm">Tsadhe</a></span><br><span class="reftext">145. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-145.htm">Qoph</a></span><br><span class="reftext">153. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-153.htm">Resh</a></span><br><span class="reftext">161. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-161.htm">Sin and Shin</a></span><br><span class="reftext">169. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/119-169.htm">Taw</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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The term "statutes" refers to God's decrees or laws, which are seen as fixed and unchangeable. In the ancient Near Eastern context, laws were often inscribed on stone or clay tablets, symbolizing their permanence. The psalmist's request for teaching underscores the belief that understanding God's laws requires divine revelation and guidance, not merely human effort. This plea aligns with other biblical passages that highlight the importance of divine instruction, such as <a href="/proverbs/3-5.htm">Proverbs 3:5-6</a>, which encourages trust in the Lord for understanding. The request for teaching also foreshadows the New Testament role of the Holy Spirit as a teacher and guide (<a href="/john/14-26.htm">John 14:26</a>).<p><b>and I will keep them to the end</b><br>This commitment to obedience signifies a lifelong dedication to following God's commandments. The phrase "to the end" suggests perseverance and faithfulness, echoing themes found throughout Scripture that emphasize enduring faith (<a href="/matthew/24-13.htm">Matthew 24:13</a>). The psalmist's vow to keep God's statutes reflects the covenant relationship between God and His people, where obedience is a response to God's faithfulness and love. This mirrors the call to discipleship in the New Testament, where followers of Christ are urged to remain steadfast in their faith (<a href="/hebrews/12.htm">Hebrews 12:1-2</a>). The psalmist's resolve also points to the transformative power of God's Word, which enables believers to live in accordance with His will, as seen in <a href="/romans/12-2.htm">Romans 12:2</a>.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_psalmist.htm">The Psalmist</a></b><br>The author of <a href="/bsb/psalms/119.htm">Psalm 119</a>, traditionally believed to be King David, who is expressing a deep desire for divine instruction and guidance.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal and unchanging nature, and His relationship with His people.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_statutes.htm">The Statutes</a></b><br>Refers to God's laws and decrees, which are seen as a path to righteousness and a guide for living a life pleasing to God.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/d/desire_for_divine_instruction.htm">Desire for Divine Instruction</a></b><br>The psalmist's plea for God to teach him underscores the importance of seeking God's wisdom and guidance in our daily lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/commitment_to_obedience.htm">Commitment to Obedience</a></b><br>The promise to keep God's statutes "to the end" highlights the need for perseverance and faithfulness in our walk with God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_scripture.htm">The Role of Scripture</a></b><br>Understanding and applying God's Word is essential for spiritual growth and maturity. Regular study and meditation on Scripture are vital.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/dependence_on_god.htm">Dependence on God</a></b><br>The request for teaching reflects a humble acknowledgment of our need for God's help and direction in understanding His ways.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/e/endurance_in_faith.htm">Endurance in Faith</a></b><br>The phrase "to the end" suggests a lifelong commitment to following God's path, encouraging believers to remain steadfast in their faith journey.<a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/119.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>HE.</span><p>(33) <span class= "bld">To</span> <span class= "bld">the end.</span>--See <a href="/psalms/119-112.htm" title="I have inclined my heart to perform your statutes always, even to the end.">Psalm 119:112</a>. This word, used adverbially, is peculiar to this psalm.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/119.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 33.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Teach me, O Lord, the way of thy statutes</span>. This is the main prayer of the psalm - a prayer for spiritual enlightenment. It occurs eight times (vers. 12, 26, 33, 64, 68, 108, 124, and 135). <span class="cmt_word">And I shall keep it unto the end.</span> Either "to the end of my life," or (as Dr. Kay thinks) "to the uttermost." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/119-33.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">Teach me,</span><br /><span class="heb">הוֹרֵ֣נִי</span> <span class="translit">(hō·w·rê·nî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperative - masculine singular | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3384.htm">Strong's 3384: </a> </span><span class="str2">To flow as water, to lay, throw, to point out, to teach</span><br /><br /><span class="word">O LORD,</span><br /><span class="heb">יְ֭הוָה</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3069.htm">Strong's 3069: </a> </span><span class="str2">YHWH</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the way</span><br /><span class="heb">דֶּ֥רֶךְ</span> <span class="translit">(de·reḵ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - common singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1870.htm">Strong's 1870: </a> </span><span class="str2">A road, a course of life, mode of action</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of Your statutes,</span><br /><span class="heb">חֻקֶּ֗יךָ</span> <span class="translit">(ḥuq·qe·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2706.htm">Strong's 2706: </a> </span><span class="str2">Something prescribed or owed, a statute</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and I will keep [them]</span><br /><span class="heb">וְאֶצְּרֶ֥נָּה</span> <span class="translit">(wə·’eṣ·ṣə·ren·nāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect Cohortative if contextual - first person common singular | third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5341.htm">Strong's 5341: </a> </span><span class="str2">To watch, guard, keep</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to the end.</span><br /><span class="heb">עֵֽקֶב׃</span> <span class="translit">(‘ê·qeḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6118.htm">Strong's 6118: </a> </span><span class="str2">A heel, the last of anything, result, compensation, on account of</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/119-33.htm">Psalm 119:33 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/119-33.htm">Psalm 119:33 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/119-33.htm">Psalm 119:33 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/119-33.htm">Psalm 119:33 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/119-33.htm">Psalm 119:33 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/119-33.htm">Psalm 119:33 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/119-33.htm">Psalm 119:33 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/119-33.htm">Psalm 119:33 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/119-33.htm">Psalm 119:33 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/119-33.htm">Psalm 119:33 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/119-33.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 119:33 Teach me Yahweh the way of your (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/119-32.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 119:32"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 119:32" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/119-34.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 119:34"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 119:34" /></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>