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The statutes of the LORD are trustworthy, making wise the simple. <a href="/nlt/psalms/19.htm">New Living Translation</a> The instructions of the LORD are perfect, reviving the soul. The decrees of the LORD are trustworthy, making wise the simple. <a href="/esv/psalms/19.htm">English Standard Version</a> The law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple; <a href="/bsb/psalms/19.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> The Law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the LORD is trustworthy, making wise the simple. <a href="/kjv/psalms/19.htm">King James Bible</a> The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple. <a href="/nkjv/psalms/19.htm">New King James Version</a> The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul; The testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple; <a href="/nasb_/psalms/19.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> The Law of the LORD is perfect, restoring the soul; The testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple. <a href="/nasb/psalms/19.htm">NASB 1995</a> The law of the LORD is perfect, restoring the soul; The testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple. <a href="/nasb77/psalms/19.htm">NASB 1977 </a> The law of the LORD is perfect, restoring the soul; The testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple. <a href="/lsb/psalms/19.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> The law of Yahweh is perfect, restoring the soul; The testimony of Yahweh is sure, making wise the simple. <a href="/amp/psalms/19.htm">Amplified Bible</a> The law of the LORD is perfect (flawless), restoring and refreshing the soul; The statutes of the LORD are reliable and trustworthy, making wise the simple. <a href="/csb/psalms/19.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> The instruction of the LORD is perfect, renewing one’s life; the testimony of the LORD is trustworthy, making the inexperienced wise. <a href="/hcsb/psalms/19.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> The instruction of the LORD is perfect, renewing one&#8217s life; the testimony of the LORD is trustworthy, making the inexperienced wise. <a href="/asv/psalms/19.htm">American Standard Version</a> The law of Jehovah is perfect, restoring the soul: The testimony of Jehovah is sure, making wise the simple. <a href="/cev/psalms/19.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> The Law of the LORD is perfect; it gives us new life. His teachings last forever, and they give wisdom to ordinary people. <a href="/erv/psalms/19.htm">English Revised Version</a> The law of the LORD is perfect, restoring the soul: the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple. <a href="/gwt/psalms/19.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> The teachings of the LORD are perfect. They renew the soul. The testimony of the LORD is dependable. It makes gullible people wise. <a href="/gnt/psalms/19.htm">Good News Translation</a> The law of the LORD is perfect; it gives new strength. The commands of the LORD are trustworthy, giving wisdom to those who lack it. <a href="/isv/psalms/19.htm">International Standard Version</a> The Law of the LORD is perfect, restoring life. The testimony of the LORD is steadfast, making foolish people wise. <a href="/msb/psalms/19.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> The Law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the LORD is trustworthy, making wise the simple. <a href="/net/psalms/19.htm">NET Bible</a> The law of the LORD is perfect and preserves one's life. The rules set down by the LORD are reliable and impart wisdom to the inexperienced. <a href="/nheb/psalms/19.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> The LORD's Law is perfect, restoring the soul. The LORD's testimony is sure, making wise the simple. <a href="/wbt/psalms/19.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple. <a href="/web/psalms/19.htm">World English Bible</a> Yahweh’s law is perfect, restoring the soul. Yahweh’s covenant is sure, making wise the simple. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/psalms/19.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> The law of YHWH [is] perfect, refreshing the soul, "" The testimonies of YHWH [are] steadfast, "" Making the simple wise, <a href="/ylt/psalms/19.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> The law of Jehovah is perfect, refreshing the soul, The testimonies of Jehovah are stedfast, Making wise the simple, <a href="/slt/psalms/19.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> The law of Jehovah is blameless, turning back the soul; the testimonies of Jehovah being faithful, making wise the simple.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/psalms/19.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> The law of the Lord is unspotted, converting souls: the testimony of the Lord is faithful, giving wisdom to little ones. <a href="/cpdv/psalms/19.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> <V 18:8>The law of the Lord is immaculate, converting souls. The testimony of the Lord is faithful, providing wisdom to little ones. <a href="/nabre/psalms/19.htm">New American Bible</a> The law of the LORD is perfect, refreshing the soul. The decree of the LORD is trustworthy, giving wisdom to the simple. <a href="/nrsvce/psalms/19.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> The law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul; the decrees of the LORD are sure, making wise the simple;<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/psalms/19.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul; the testimony of the LORD is trustworthy, making wise the young men. <a href="/hpbt/psalms/19.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a> The law of LORD JEHOVAH is without blemish and converts the soul; the testimony of LORD JEHOVAH is trustworthy and makes infants wise.<div class="vheading2">OT Translations</div><a href="/jps/psalms/19.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a> The law of the LORD is perfect, restoring the soul; The testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple. <a href="/sep/psalms/19.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a> The law of the Lord is perfect, converting souls: the testimony of the Lord is faithful, instructing babes. <a href="/parallel/psalms/19-7.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nFaD2oDhKPc?start=1902" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/psalms/19.htm">The Heavens Declare the Glory of God</a> …6it rises at one end of the heavens and runs its circuit to the other; nothing is deprived of its warmth. 7<a href="/hebrew/8451.htm" title="8451: tō·w·raṯ (N-fsc) -- Direction, instruction, law. Or torah; from yarah; a precept or statute, especially the Decalogue or Pentateuch.">The Law</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.">of the LORD</a> <a href="/hebrew/8549.htm" title="8549: tə·mî·māh (Adj-fs) -- Complete, sound. From tamam; entire; also integrity, truth.">is perfect,</a> <a href="/hebrew/7725.htm" title="7725: mə·šî·ḇaṯ (V-Hifil-Prtcpl-fsc) -- A primitive root; to turn back transitively or intransitively, literally or figuratively; generally to retreat; often adverbial, again.">reviving</a> <a href="/hebrew/5315.htm" title="5315: nā·p̄eš (N-fs) -- From naphash; properly, a breathing creature, i.e. Animal of vitality; used very widely in a literal, accommodated or figurative sense.">the soul;</a> <a href="/hebrew/5715.htm" title="5715: ‘ê·ḏūṯ (N-fsc) -- Testimony. Feminine of ed; testimony.">the testimony</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.">of the LORD</a> <a href="/hebrew/539.htm" title="539: ne·’ĕ·mā·nāh (V-Nifal-Prtcpl-fs) -- To confirm, support. ">is trustworthy,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2449.htm" title="2449: maḥ·kî·maṯ (V-Hifil-Prtcpl-fsc) -- To be wise. A primitive root, to be wise.">making wise</a> <a href="/hebrew/6612.htm" title="6612: pe·ṯî (N-ms) -- Simple, perhaps open-minded. Or pethiy; or pthaeiy; from pathah; silly.">the simple.</a> 8The precepts of the LORD are right, bringing joy to the heart; the commandments of the LORD are radiant, giving light to the eyes.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/2_timothy/3-16.htm">2 Timothy 3:16</a> All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness, <a href="/james/1-25.htm">James 1:25</a> 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. <a href="/romans/7-12.htm">Romans 7:12</a> So then, the law is holy, and the commandment is holy, righteous, and good. <a href="/hebrews/4-12.htm">Hebrews 4:12</a> 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. <a href="/matthew/5-18.htm">Matthew 5:18</a> For I tell you truly, until heaven and earth pass away, not a single jot, not a stroke of a pen, will disappear from the Law until everything is accomplished. <a href="/romans/15-4.htm">Romans 15:4</a> 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. <a href="/1_peter/1-23.htm">1 Peter 1:23</a> For you have been born again, not of perishable seed, but of imperishable, through the living and enduring word of God. <a href="/john/17-17.htm">John 17:17</a> Sanctify them by the truth; Your word is truth. <a href="/2_peter/1-19.htm">2 Peter 1:19-21</a> We also have the word of the prophets as confirmed beyond doubt. And you will do well to pay attention to it, as to a lamp shining in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts. / Above all, you must understand that no prophecy of Scripture comes from one’s own interpretation. / For no such prophecy was ever brought forth by the will of man, but men spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit. <a href="/luke/16-17.htm">Luke 16:17</a> But it is easier for heaven and earth to pass away than for a single stroke of a pen to drop out of the Law. <a href="/proverbs/30-5.htm">Proverbs 30:5</a> Every word of God is flawless; He is a shield to those who take refuge in Him. <a href="/deuteronomy/4-8.htm">Deuteronomy 4:8</a> And what nation is great enough to have righteous statutes and ordinances like this entire law I set before you today? <a href="/joshua/1-8.htm">Joshua 1:8</a> 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. <a href="/nehemiah/9-13.htm">Nehemiah 9:13</a> You came down on Mount Sinai and spoke with them from heaven. You gave them just ordinances, true laws, and good statutes and commandments. <a href="/psalms/119-9.htm">Psalm 119:9-11</a> How can a young man keep his way pure? By guarding it according to Your word. / With all my heart I have sought You; do not let me stray from Your commandments. / I have hidden Your word in my heart that I might not sin against You.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple.law or doctrine<a href="/psalms/78-1.htm">Psalm 78:1-7</a> Maschil of Asaph. Give ear, O my people, to my law: incline your ears to the words of my mouth… <a href="/psalms/119-72.htm">Psalm 119:72,96-100,105,127,128</a> The law of thy mouth is better unto me than thousands of gold and silver… <a href="/psalms/147-19.htm">Psalm 147:19,20</a> He sheweth his word unto Jacob, his statutes and his judgments unto Israel… perfect<a href="/psalms/18-30.htm">Psalm 18:30</a> As for God, his way is perfect: the word of the LORD is tried: he is a buckler to all those that trust in him.<a href="/psalms/11-7.htm">Psalm 11:7</a> For the righteous LORD loveth righteousness; his countenance doth behold the upright.<a href="/deuteronomy/32-4.htm">Deuteronomy 32:4</a> He is the Rock, his work is perfect: for all his ways are judgment: a God of truth and without iniquity, just and right is he.converting.<a href="/psalms/23-3.htm">Psalm 23:3</a> He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.<a href="/psalms/119-9.htm">Psalm 119:9</a> BETH. Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word.<a href="/james/1-21.htm">James 1:21-25</a> Wherefore lay apart all filthiness and superfluity of naughtiness, and receive with meekness the engrafted word, which is able to save your souls… testimony<a href="/psalms/93-5.htm">Psalm 93:5</a> Thy testimonies are very sure: holiness becometh thine house, O LORD, for ever.<a href="/psalms/119-14.htm">Psalm 119:14,24,111,152</a> I have rejoiced in the way of thy testimonies, as much as in all riches… <a href="/isaiah/8-16.htm">Isaiah 8:16,20</a> Bind up the testimony, seal the law among my disciples… sure<a href="/psalms/111-7.htm">Psalm 111:7</a> The works of his hands are verity and judgment; all his commandments are sure.<a href="/2_samuel/23-5.htm">2 Samuel 23:5</a> Although my house be not so with God; yet he hath made with me an everlasting covenant, ordered in all things, and sure: for this is all my salvation, and all my desire, although he make it not to grow.<a href="/2_timothy/2-19.htm">2 Timothy 2:19</a> Nevertheless the foundation of God standeth sure, having this seal, The Lord knoweth them that are his. And, Let every one that nameth the name of Christ depart from iniquity.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/14-1.htm">Foolish</a> <a href="/psalms/18-30.htm">Good</a> <a href="/psalms/1-2.htm">Law</a> <a href="/psalms/18-33.htm">Making</a> <a href="/psalms/4-7.htm">New</a> <a href="/psalms/18-32.htm">Perfect</a> <a href="/romans/15-32.htm">Refreshing</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/34-10.htm">Restoring</a> <a href="/ezra/9-9.htm">Reviving</a> <a href="/job/5-2.htm">Simple</a> <a href="/psalms/17-13.htm">Soul</a> <a href="/psalms/18-22.htm">Statutes</a> <a href="/psalms/12-1.htm">Stedfast</a> <a href="/job/24-22.htm">Sure</a> <a href="/nehemiah/9-34.htm">Testimonies</a> <a href="/job/21-29.htm">Testimony</a> <a href="/2_samuel/7-28.htm">Trustworthy</a> <a href="/psalms/14-2.htm">Wisdom</a> <a href="/psalms/14-2.htm">Wise</a> <a href="/job/42-6.htm">Witness</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/24-4.htm">Foolish</a> <a href="/psalms/21-3.htm">Good</a> <a href="/psalms/37-31.htm">Law</a> <a href="/psalms/19-8.htm">Making</a> <a href="/psalms/23-3.htm">New</a> <a href="/psalms/37-18.htm">Perfect</a> <a href="/isaiah/28-12.htm">Refreshing</a> <a href="/micah/2-4.htm">Restoring</a> <a href="/isaiah/57-10.htm">Reviving</a> <a href="/psalms/116-6.htm">Simple</a> <a href="/psalms/22-20.htm">Soul</a> <a href="/psalms/19-8.htm">Statutes</a> <a href="/psalms/51-10.htm">Stedfast</a> <a href="/psalms/19-9.htm">Sure</a> <a href="/psalms/25-10.htm">Testimonies</a> <a href="/psalms/78-5.htm">Testimony</a> <a href="/psalms/111-7.htm">Trustworthy</a> <a href="/psalms/27-4.htm">Wisdom</a> <a href="/psalms/36-3.htm">Wise</a> <a href="/psalms/25-10.htm">Witness</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 19</div>1. <a href="/psalms/19-1.htm">The creatures show God's glory</a> 7. <a href="/psalms/19-7.htm">The excellence of the divine law</a> 12. <a href="/psalms/19-12.htm">David prays for grace</a> </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'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div 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/19.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/19.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>The Law of the LORD is perfect The term "Law" refers to the Torah, encompassing God's instructions and commandments given to Israel. "Perfect" indicates completeness and flawlessness, suggesting that God's law lacks nothing and is fully sufficient for guiding life. In biblical context, the Law was given to Moses on Mount Sinai, serving as a covenant between God and His people. It reflects God's holy character and His desire for His people to live in a way that mirrors His righteousness. The perfection of the Law is echoed in <a href="/psalms/119-96.htm">Psalm 119:96</a>, which speaks of the boundless nature of God's commandments.Reviving the soul The Law's purpose is not merely legalistic but life-giving. "Reviving" implies restoration and renewal, suggesting that adherence to God's commandments brings spiritual vitality and refreshment. This aligns with the biblical theme of God's word as a source of life, as seen in <a href="/deuteronomy/8-3.htm">Deuteronomy 8:3</a>, where it is stated that man lives by every word that comes from the mouth of the LORD. The soul, representing the inner being, finds its true life and purpose through God's perfect law.The testimony of the LORD is trustworthy "Testimony" refers to God's revealed truth and His covenantal promises. It is "trustworthy," meaning reliable and faithful, reflecting God's unchanging nature. In the historical context, God's testimonies were often inscribed on stone tablets, symbolizing their permanence and dependability. This trustworthiness is a foundation for faith, as seen in <a href="/2_timothy/3-16.htm">2 Timothy 3:16</a>, which affirms that all Scripture is God-breathed and useful for teaching and guidance.Making wise the simple The "simple" are those who are naive or inexperienced, lacking wisdom. God's testimony imparts wisdom, transforming the simple into those who understand and live according to divine truth. This transformation is a recurring biblical theme, as seen in <a href="/proverbs/1-4.htm">Proverbs 1:4</a>, which states that wisdom gives prudence to the simple. The wisdom imparted by God's word is not merely intellectual but practical, guiding believers in righteous living and decision-making.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/d/david.htm">David</a> Traditionally attributed as the author of <a href="/bsb/psalms/19.htm">Psalm 19</a>, David was the second king of Israel and a man after God's own heart. His life and writings reflect a deep relationship with God and a profound understanding of His laws. 2. <a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a> The covenant name of God used in the Old Testament, emphasizing His eternal, self-existent nature and His relationship with His people. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_law.htm">The Law (Torah)</a> Refers to the teachings and instructions given by God, particularly the first five books of the Bible. It is seen as God's revealed will for His people. 4. <a href="/topical/t/the_testimony.htm">The Testimony</a> This term often refers to the decrees or statutes of God, which bear witness to His character and His expectations for His people. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_simple.htm">The Simple</a> In Hebrew, the word "simple" (pethi) refers to those who are naive or inexperienced, highlighting the transformative power of God's Word to impart wisdom.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_perfection_of_god's_law.htm">The Perfection of God's Law</a> God's law is described as "perfect," meaning it is complete and without flaw. It is a reflection of His perfect nature and serves as a reliable guide for life. <a href="/topical/r/reviving_the_soul.htm">Reviving the Soul</a> The Hebrew word for "reviving" (meshivah) implies restoration and renewal. Engaging with God's Word has the power to refresh and restore our spiritual vitality. <a href="/topical/t/trustworthiness_of_god's_testimony.htm">Trustworthiness of God's Testimony</a> God's decrees are "trustworthy," meaning they are reliable and true. In a world full of uncertainty, believers can find stability and assurance in His Word. <a href="/topical/w/wisdom_for_the_simple.htm">Wisdom for the Simple</a> God's Word is accessible to all, including the "simple." It provides wisdom and understanding, equipping believers to navigate life's complexities with discernment. <a href="/topical/p/practical_application_of_god's_word.htm">Practical Application of God's Word</a> Believers are encouraged to not only read but also apply God's Word in their daily lives, allowing it to transform their thoughts, actions, and decisions.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_19.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 19</a> <a href="/q/how_to_reconcile_david's_authorship_of_psalm_119.htm">How can we reconcile the traditional view that Psalm 119 was authored by David with scholarly assertions that it may have multiple authors or was written much later (Psalm 119)? </a> <a href="/q/what_is_'perspicuity_of_scripture'.htm">What does "Perspicuity of Scripture" mean?</a> <a href="/q/did_god_order_killings_in_the_ot.htm">Did God command killings in the Old Testament?</a> <a href="/q/is_the_law_based_on_faith_or_works.htm">Is the law based on faith or works?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/19.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(7) The law.--The ear catches even in the English the change of rhythm, which is as marked as the change of subject. Instead of the free lyric movement of the preceding verse, we come suddenly upon the most finished specimen of didactic poetry in regular metre, exhibiting a perfect balance of expression as well as of thought, so perfect in the original, that in <a href="/context/psalms/19-7.htm" title="The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple.">Psalm 19:7-9</a> the number of words is the same in each clause. In each clause, too, the Law, under one or another of its many names and aspects, is praised, first for its essential character, then for its results.The law . . . . the testimony.--These are collective terms embracing, under different regards, the whole body of statutes and precepts in the Jewish code. The law, torah, means in its primary use "instruction," and therefore is used of prophecy (<a href="/isaiah/1-10.htm" title="Hear the word of the LORD, you rulers of Sodom; give ear to the law of our God, you people of Gomorrah.">Isaiah 1:10</a>; <a href="/isaiah/8-16.htm" title="Bind up the testimony, seal the law among my disciples.">Isaiah 8:16</a>), but here undoubtedly bears its common and more limited sense. Testimony, from a root meaning "to repeat," suggests the solemn earnestness and insistence of the Divine commands.The description "perfect" and "sure" suggests the lofty ideal prescribed by the Law, and the reliance which the Hebrew might place upon it as a rule of conduct. The word "simple" is generally used in a bad sense, but here has its primary meaning, "open," "ingenuous," "impressible," easily led either towards folly or wisdom.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/19.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verses 7-11. - The transition from the glories of the material universe to the "law of the Lord" is abrupt and startling. Some go so far as to say that there is no connection at all between the first and second parts of the psalm. But it is the law and order that pervades the material universe which constitutes its main glory; and the analogy between God's physical laws and his moral laws is evident, and generally admitted (see the great work of Bishop Butler, part 1.). Verse 7. - The Law of the Lord is perfect. Whatsoever proceeds from God is perfect in its kind; his "Law" especially - the rule of life to his rational creatures. That salvation is not by the Law is not the fault of the Law, but of man, who cannot keep it. "The Law" itself "is holy, and the commandment holy, and just, and good" (<a href="/romans/7-12.htm">Romans 7:12</a>). Converting (rather, as in the margin, restoring) the soul. The word employed, meshibah, is used of restoring from disorder and decay (<a href="/psalms/80-19.htm">Psalm 80:19</a>), from sorrow and affliction (<a href="/ruth/4-15.htm">Ruth 4:15</a>), from death (<a href="/1_kings/17-21.htm">1 Kings 17:21, 22</a>). The Law, by instructing men, restores them from moral blindness to the light which is theirs by nature (<a href="/romans/1-19.htm">Romans 1:19</a>), and, as a further consequence, in many cases, restores them from sin to righteousness. The testimony of the Lord is sure. 'Eduth - the word translated "testimony" - is employed especially of the Decalogue (<a href="/exodus/25-16.htm">Exodus 25:16, 21, 22, 26</a>; <a href="/numbers/9-15.htm">Numbers 9:15</a>; 17:23; 18:2, etc.); but may be regarded as sue of the many synonyms under which the whole Law may be spoken of (see <a href="/psalms/119-2.htm">Psalm 119:2, 14, 22, 24, 88</a>, etc.). The Law is "sure" - i.e. fixed, firm, stable - in comparison with the fleeting, shifting, unstable judgments of human reason. Making wise the simple; i.e. enlightening their moral judgment. <a href="/commentaries/psalms/19-7.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div>The law תּ֘וֹרַ֤ת (tō·w·raṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_8451.htm">Strong's 8451: </a> Direction, instruction, law of the LORD יְהוָ֣ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3068.htm">Strong's 3068: </a> LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel is perfect, תְּ֭מִימָה (tə·mî·māh) Adjective - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_8549.htm">Strong's 8549: </a> Entire, integrity, truth reviving מְשִׁ֣יבַת (mə·šî·ḇaṯ) Verb - Hifil - Participle - feminine singular construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_7725.htm">Strong's 7725: </a> To turn back, in, to retreat, again the soul; נָ֑פֶשׁ (nā·p̄eš) Noun - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5315.htm">Strong's 5315: </a> A soul, living being, life, self, person, desire, passion, appetite, emotion the testimony עֵד֥וּת (‘ê·ḏūṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5715.htm">Strong's 5715: </a> Testimony of the LORD יְהוָ֥ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3068.htm">Strong's 3068: </a> LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel is trustworthy, נֶ֝אֱמָנָ֗ה (ne·’ĕ·mā·nāh) Verb - Nifal - Participle - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_539.htm">Strong's 539: </a> To confirm, support making wise מַחְכִּ֥ימַת (maḥ·kî·maṯ) Verb - Hifil - Participle - feminine singular construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_2449.htm">Strong's 2449: </a> To be wise the simple. פֶּֽתִי׃ (pe·ṯî) Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6612.htm">Strong's 6612: </a> Simple, perhaps open-minded <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/19-7.htm">Psalm 19:7 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/psalms/19-7.htm">Psalm 19:7 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/psalms/19-7.htm">Psalm 19:7 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/psalms/19-7.htm">Psalm 19:7 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/psalms/19-7.htm">Psalm 19:7 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/19-7.htm">Psalm 19:7 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/19-7.htm">Psalm 19:7 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/19-7.htm">Psalm 19:7 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/19-7.htm">Psalm 19:7 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/psalms/19-7.htm">Psalm 19:7 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/psalms/19-7.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 19:7 Yahweh's law is perfect restoring the soul (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/19-6.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 19:6"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 19:6" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/19-8.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 19:8"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 19:8" /></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>