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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 meditate on your precepts and consider your ways.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/119.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />I will study your commandments and reflect on your ways.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/119.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />I will meditate on your precepts and fix my eyes on your ways.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/119.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />I will meditate on Your precepts and regard Your ways.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/119.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />I will meditate in thy precepts, and have respect unto thy ways.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/119.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />I will meditate on Your precepts, And contemplate Your ways.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/119.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />I will meditate on Your precepts And regard Your ways.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/119.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />I will meditate on Your precepts And regard Your ways.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/119.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />I will meditate on Thy precepts, And regard Thy ways.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/119.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />I will muse upon Your precepts And look upon Your ways.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/119.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />I will meditate on Your precepts And [thoughtfully] regard Your ways [the path of life established by Your precepts].<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/119.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />I will meditate on your precepts and think about your ways.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/119.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />I will meditate on Your precepts and think about Your ways. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/119.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />I will meditate on thy precepts, And have respect unto thy ways.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/119.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />I will study your teachings and follow your footsteps. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/119.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />I will meditate in thy precepts, and have respect unto thy ways.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/119.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />I want to reflect on your guiding principles and study your ways.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/119.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />I study your instructions; I examine your teachings. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/119.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />I will meditate on your precepts, and I will respect your ways.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/119.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />I will meditate on Your precepts and regard Your ways.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/119.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />I will meditate on your precepts and focus on your behavior. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/119.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />I will meditate on your precepts, and consider your ways.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/119.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />I will meditate in thy precepts, and have respect to thy ways.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/119.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />I will meditate on your precepts, and consider your ways. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/119.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />I meditate on Your precepts, "" And I attentively behold Your paths.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/119.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> In Thy precepts I meditate, And I behold attentively Thy paths.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/119.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />In thy charges I will meditate, and I will look upon thy ways.<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 meditate on thy commandments: and I will consider thy ways. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/119.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 118:15>I will be trained in your commandments, and I will consider your ways.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/119.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />I will ponder your precepts and consider your paths. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/119.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />I will meditate on your precepts, and fix my eyes on your ways.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/119.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />I have meditated in thy commandments, and am familiar with thy ways.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/119.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />I have meditated in your commandments and I have known your ways.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/119.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />I will meditate in Thy precepts, And have respect unto Thy ways.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/119.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />I will meditate on thy commandments, and consider thy ways.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/119-15.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=15038" 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">14</span>I rejoice in the way of Your testimonies as much as in all riches. <span class="reftext">15</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/7878.htm" title="7878: ’ā·śî·ḥāh (V-Qal-Imperf.Cohort-1cs) -- To muse, complain, talk (of). A primitive root; to ponder, i.e. converse or utter.">I will meditate</a> <a href="/hebrew/6490.htm" title="6490: bə·p̄iq·qu·ḏe·ḵā (Prep-b:: N-mpc:: 2ms) -- A precept. Or piqqud; from paqad; properly, appointed, i.e. A mandate.">on Your precepts</a> <a href="/hebrew/5027.htm" title="5027: wə·’ab·bî·ṭāh (Conj-w:: V-Hifil-ConjImperf.Cohort-1cs) -- To look. A primitive root; to scan, i.e. Look intently at; by implication, to regard with pleasure, favor or care.">and regard</a> <a href="/hebrew/734.htm" title="734: ’ō·rə·ḥō·ṯe·ḵā (N-cpc:: 2ms) -- A way, path. From 'arach; a well-trodden road; also a caravan.">Your ways.</a> </span><span class="reftext">16</span>I will delight in Your statutes; I will not forget Your word.…<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="/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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/1-25.htm">James 1:25</a></span><br />But the one who looks intently into the perfect law of freedom, and continues to do so—not being a forgetful hearer, but an effective doer—he will be blessed in what he does.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/1-2.htm">Psalm 1:2</a></span><br />But his delight is in the Law of the LORD, and on His law he meditates day and night.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/4-26.htm">Proverbs 4:26-27</a></span><br />Make a level path for your feet, and all your ways will be sure. / Do not swerve to the right or to the left; turn your feet away from evil.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/4-8.htm">Philippians 4:8</a></span><br />Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think on these things.<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="/deuteronomy/6-6.htm">Deuteronomy 6:6-9</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. / Tie them as reminders on your hands and bind them on your foreheads. ...<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="/psalms/19-14.htm">Psalm 19:14</a></span><br />May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in Your sight, O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/12-2.htm">Romans 12:2</a></span><br />Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God.<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="/psalms/77-12.htm">Psalm 77:12</a></span><br />I will reflect on all You have done and ponder Your mighty deeds.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/7-24.htm">Matthew 7:24</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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/143-5.htm">Psalm 143:5</a></span><br />I remember the days of old; I meditate on all Your works; I consider the work of Your hands.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/14-21.htm">John 14:21</a></span><br />Whoever has My commandments and keeps them is the one who loves Me. The one who loves Me will be loved by My Father, and I will love him and reveal Myself to him.”</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">I will meditate in your precepts, and have respect to your ways.</p><p class="hdg">meditate</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/119-23.htm">Psalm 119:23,48,78,97,131,148</a></b></br> Princes also did sit <i>and</i> speak against me: <i>but</i> thy servant did meditate in thy statutes… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/1-2.htm">Psalm 1:2</a></b></br> But his delight <i>is</i> in the law of the LORD; and in his law doth he meditate day and night.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/james/1-25.htm">James 1:25</a></b></br> But whoso looketh into the perfect law of liberty, and continueth <i>therein</i>, he being not a forgetful hearer, but a doer of the work, this man shall be blessed in his deed.</p><p class="hdg">have respect</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/119-6.htm">Psalm 119:6,117</a></b></br> Then shall I not be ashamed, when I have respect unto all thy commandments… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/102-19.htm">Attentively</a> <a href="/psalms/119-6.htm">Consider</a> <a href="/psalms/119-6.htm">Eyes</a> <a href="/job/38-33.htm">Fix</a> <a href="/psalms/105-2.htm">Meditate</a> <a href="/psalms/119-4.htm">Orders</a> <a href="/psalms/77-19.htm">Paths</a> <a href="/psalms/119-4.htm">Precepts</a> <a href="/psalms/119-6.htm">Regard</a> <a href="/psalms/119-6.htm">Respect</a> <a href="/psalms/109-16.htm">Thought</a> <a href="/psalms/119-5.htm">Ways</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/isaiah/5-30.htm">Attentively</a> <a href="/psalms/119-95.htm">Consider</a> <a href="/psalms/119-18.htm">Eyes</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-31.htm">Fix</a> <a href="/psalms/119-23.htm">Meditate</a> <a href="/psalms/119-27.htm">Orders</a> <a href="/proverbs/1-15.htm">Paths</a> <a href="/psalms/119-27.htm">Precepts</a> <a href="/psalms/119-117.htm">Regard</a> <a href="/psalms/119-117.htm">Respect</a> <a href="/psalms/119-23.htm">Thought</a> <a href="/psalms/119-26.htm">Ways</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 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id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/119.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" 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 will meditate on Your precepts</b><br>Meditation in the biblical sense involves deep reflection and contemplation on God's Word. This practice is rooted in the Jewish tradition, where meditation is not just a mental exercise but a spiritual discipline aimed at understanding and internalizing God's laws. The Hebrew word for "meditate" here implies a murmuring or speaking to oneself, suggesting an active engagement with the text. This aligns with <a href="/joshua/1-8.htm">Joshua 1:8</a>, where meditation on the law is linked to prosperity and success. The psalmist's commitment to meditate reflects a desire for a deeper relationship with God, emphasizing the importance of God's precepts as a guide for life. This practice is seen throughout the Psalms and is a key aspect of spiritual growth and maturity.<p><b>and regard Your ways</b><br>To "regard" God's ways means to observe, consider, and follow the path that God has laid out. This involves not only understanding God's commandments but also applying them in daily life. The term "ways" often refers to God's actions and character as revealed in Scripture. By regarding God's ways, the psalmist expresses a commitment to align his life with God's will. This is reminiscent of <a href="/proverbs/3-5.htm">Proverbs 3:5-6</a>, which encourages trust in the Lord and acknowledgment of Him in all ways. The psalmist's intention to regard God's ways highlights the importance of obedience and the pursuit of holiness. It also points to the life of Jesus Christ, who perfectly embodied God's ways and serves as the ultimate example for believers to follow.<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, though the exact authorship is uncertain. The psalmist expresses a deep devotion to God's law.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>The central figure in the psalm, whose precepts and ways are the focus of meditation and obedience.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/i/israel.htm">Israel</a></b><br>The nation to whom the law was given, representing the community of believers who are called to live according to God's statutes.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/j/jerusalem.htm">Jerusalem</a></b><br>Often seen as the spiritual center for the Israelites, where the law was taught and revered.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_law.htm">The Law (Torah)</a></b><br>The divine instructions given to Israel, which the psalmist commits to meditate upon and follow.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/m/meditation_as_a_spiritual_discipline.htm">Meditation as a Spiritual Discipline</a></b><br>Meditation on God's precepts is a deliberate and focused practice that requires setting aside time to reflect deeply on His word.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/u/understanding_god's_ways.htm">Understanding God's Ways</a></b><br>To regard God's ways means to consider and understand His path for our lives, aligning our actions with His will.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/commitment_to_god's_word.htm">Commitment to God's Word</a></b><br>The psalmist's commitment to meditate on God's precepts serves as a model for believers to prioritize scripture in their daily lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/transformation_through_meditation.htm">Transformation through Meditation</a></b><br>Regular meditation on God's word leads to spiritual growth and transformation, aligning our thoughts and actions with His truth.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/practical_application_of_scripture.htm">Practical Application of Scripture</a></b><br>Meditation should lead to practical application, where believers live out the principles and commands found in God's word.<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/how_does_meditation_deepen_god's_word.htm">How does meditation deepen your understanding of God's word?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_offerings_are_pleasing_to_god.htm">How does meditation deepen your understanding of God's word?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_defines_being_rich_in_mercy.htm">What defines Christian mediation?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_the_chabad-lubavitch_movement.htm">What is the Chabad-Lubavitch Movement?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/119.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 15.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">I will meditate in thy precepts</span>. The full force of the Divine precepts is not to be grasped except by prolonged meditation on them. God's commandments are "exceeding broad" (ver. 96). <span class="cmt_word">And have</span> <span class="cmt_word">respect unto thy ways</span>; or, "consider them," "reflect upon them." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/119-15.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 will meditate</span><br /><span class="heb">אָשִׂ֑יחָה</span> <span class="translit">(’ā·śî·ḥāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect Cohortative - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7878.htm">Strong's 7878: </a> </span><span class="str2">To muse, complain, talk (of)</span><br /><br /><span class="word">on Your precepts</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּפִקֻּדֶ֥יךָ</span> <span class="translit">(bə·p̄iq·qu·ḏe·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6490.htm">Strong's 6490: </a> </span><span class="str2">Appointed, a mandate</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and regard</span><br /><span class="heb">וְ֝אַבִּ֗יטָה</span> <span class="translit">(wə·’ab·bî·ṭāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive imperfect Cohortative - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5027.htm">Strong's 5027: </a> </span><span class="str2">To scan, look intently at, to regard</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Your ways.</span><br /><span class="heb">אֹרְחֹתֶֽיךָ׃</span> <span class="translit">(’ō·rə·ḥō·ṯe·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - common plural construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_734.htm">Strong's 734: </a> </span><span class="str2">A well-trodden road, a caravan</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/119-15.htm">Psalm 119:15 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/119-15.htm">Psalm 119:15 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/119-15.htm">Psalm 119:15 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/119-15.htm">Psalm 119:15 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/119-15.htm">Psalm 119:15 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/119-15.htm">Psalm 119:15 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/119-15.htm">Psalm 119:15 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/119-15.htm">Psalm 119:15 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/119-15.htm">Psalm 119:15 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/119-15.htm">Psalm 119:15 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/119-15.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 119:15 I will meditate on your precepts (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/119-14.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 119:14"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 119:14" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/119-16.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 119:16"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 119:16" /></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>