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<i>Yet</i> Thy commandments are my delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/119.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Trouble and anguish have found me, <i>Yet</i> Your commandments are my delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/119.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Trouble and anguish have found me, Yet Your commandments are my delight <i>and</i> my joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/119.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Trouble and distress have overtaken me, but your commands are my delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/119.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Trouble and distress have overtaken me, but Your commands are my delight. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/119.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Trouble and anguish have taken hold on me; Yet thy commandments are my delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/119.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />I am in deep distress, but I love your teachings. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/119.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Trouble and anguish have taken hold on me: yet thy commandments are my delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/119.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Trouble and hardship have found me, but your commandments [still] make me happy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/119.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />I am filled with trouble and anxiety, but your commandments bring me joy. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/119.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Though trouble and anguish overwhelm me, your commands remain my delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/119.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Trouble and distress have found me, but Your commandments are my delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/119.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Distress and hardship confront me, yet I find delight in your commands. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/119.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Trouble and anguish have taken hold of me. Your commandments are my delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/119.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Trouble and anguish have taken hold on me: yet thy commandments are my delights.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/119.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Trouble and anguish have taken hold of me. Your commandments are my delight. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/119.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Adversity and distress have found me, "" Your commands [are] my delights.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/119.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Adversity and distress have found me, Thy commands are my delights.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/119.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Straits and distress found me: thy commands my delight.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/119.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Trouble and anguish have found me: thy commandments are my meditation. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/119.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 118:143>Tribulation and anguish have found me. Your commandments are my meditation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/119.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Though distress and anguish come upon me, your commandments are my delight. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/119.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Trouble and anguish have come upon me, but your commandments are my delight.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/119.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Trouble and anguish have taken hold of me; yet I meditate on thy commandments.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/119.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Affliction and trouble have befallen me and I have meditated in your commandments.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/119.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Trouble and anguish have overtaken me; Yet Thy commandments are my delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/119.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Afflictions and distresses found me: <i>but</i> thy commandments <i>were</i> my meditation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/119-143.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=15791" 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">142</span>Your righteousness is everlasting and Your law is true. <span class="reftext">143</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/6862.htm" title="6862: ṣar- (Adj-ms) -- Narrow, a tight place, a pebble, an opponent. Or tsar; from tsarar; narrow; a tight place; also a pebble; an opponent.">Trouble</a> <a href="/hebrew/4689.htm" title="4689: ū·mā·ṣō·wq (Conj-w:: N-ms) -- Straits, stress. From tsuwq; a narrow place, i.e. confinement or disability.">and distress</a> <a href="/hebrew/4672.htm" title="4672: mə·ṣā·’ū·nî (V-Qal-Perf-3cp:: 1cs) -- To attain to, find. ">have found me,</a> <a href="/hebrew/4687.htm" title="4687: miṣ·wō·ṯe·ḵā (N-fpc:: 2ms) -- Commandment. From tsavah; a command, whether human or divine.">but Your commandments</a> <a href="/hebrew/8191.htm" title="8191: ša·‘ă·šu·‘āy (N-mpc:: 1cs) -- A delight. From sha'a'; enjoyment.">are my delight.</a> </span><span class="reftext">144</span>Your testimonies are righteous forever. Give me understanding, that I may live.…<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="/john/16-33.htm">John 16:33</a></span><br />I have told you these things so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take courage; I have overcome the world!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/4-8.htm">2 Corinthians 4:8-9</a></span><br />We are hard pressed on all sides, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; / persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/4-6.htm">Philippians 4:6-7</a></span><br />Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. / And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/8-35.htm">Romans 8:35-37</a></span><br />Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or distress or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword? / As it is written: “For Your sake we face death all day long; we are considered as sheep to be slaughtered.” / No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/1-2.htm">James 1:2-4</a></span><br />Consider it pure joy, my brothers, when you encounter trials of many kinds, / because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. / Allow perseverance to finish its work, so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/5-7.htm">1 Peter 5:7</a></span><br />Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/11-28.htm">Matthew 11:28-30</a></span><br />Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. / Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. / For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/3-12.htm">2 Timothy 3:12</a></span><br />Indeed, all who desire to live godly lives in Christ Jesus will be persecuted,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/12-11.htm">Hebrews 12:11</a></span><br />No discipline seems enjoyable at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it yields a harvest of righteousness and peace to those who have been trained by it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/10-13.htm">1 Corinthians 10:13</a></span><br />No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; He will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, He will also provide an escape, so that you can stand up under it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/26-3.htm">Isaiah 26:3</a></span><br />You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/41-10.htm">Isaiah 41:10</a></span><br />Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/43-2.htm">Isaiah 43:2</a></span><br />When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you go through the rivers, they will not overwhelm you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be scorched; the flames will not set you ablaze.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/16-19.htm">Jeremiah 16:19</a></span><br />O LORD, my strength and my fortress, my refuge in the day of distress, the nations will come to You from the ends of the earth, and they will say, “Our fathers inherited nothing but lies, worthless idols of no benefit at all.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/3-5.htm">Proverbs 3:5-6</a></span><br />Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; / in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Trouble and anguish have taken hold on me: yet your commandments are my delights.</p><p class="hdg">trouble</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/119-107.htm">Psalm 119:107</a></b></br> I am afflicted very much: quicken me, O LORD, according unto thy word.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/18-4.htm">Psalm 18:4,5</a></b></br> The sorrows of death compassed me, and the floods of ungodly men made me afraid… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/88-3.htm">Psalm 88:3</a></b></br> For my soul is full of troubles: and my life draweth nigh unto the grave.</p><p class="hdg">taken hold on me.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/119-16.htm">Psalm 119:16,47,77</a></b></br> I will delight myself in thy statutes: I will not forget thy word… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/23-12.htm">Job 23:12</a></b></br> Neither have I gone back from the commandment of his lips; I have esteemed the words of his mouth more than my necessary <i>food</i>.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/john/4-34.htm">John 4:34</a></b></br> Jesus saith unto them, My meat is to do the will of him that sent me, and to finish his work.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/108-12.htm">Adversity</a> <a href="/psalms/118-5.htm">Anguish</a> <a href="/psalms/119-131.htm">Commandments</a> <a href="/psalms/119-131.htm">Commands</a> <a href="/psalms/119-117.htm">Delight</a> <a href="/psalms/119-92.htm">Delights</a> <a href="/psalms/118-5.htm">Distress</a> <a href="/psalms/116-3.htm">Found</a> <a href="/psalms/119-117.htm">Hold</a> <a href="/psalms/119-139.htm">Overcome</a> <a href="/psalms/40-12.htm">Overtaken</a> <a href="/psalms/78-41.htm">Pain</a> <a href="/psalms/119-131.htm">Teachings</a> <a href="/psalms/119-75.htm">Trouble</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/1-27.htm">Adversity</a> <a href="/proverbs/1-27.htm">Anguish</a> <a href="/psalms/119-151.htm">Commandments</a> <a href="/psalms/119-151.htm">Commands</a> <a href="/psalms/119-174.htm">Delight</a> <a href="/psalms/147-11.htm">Delights</a> <a href="/psalms/120-1.htm">Distress</a> <a href="/psalms/132-6.htm">Found</a> <a href="/psalms/139-10.htm">Hold</a> <a href="/psalms/129-2.htm">Overcome</a> <a href="/isaiah/13-15.htm">Overtaken</a> <a href="/proverbs/1-27.htm">Pain</a> <a href="/psalms/119-151.htm">Teachings</a> <a href="/psalms/119-146.htm">Trouble</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 Hebrew words for "trouble" and "distress" suggest a sense of being besieged or under pressure. Historically, the Israelites often faced external threats from surrounding nations, as well as internal strife. This context of suffering is echoed in other scriptures, such as <a href="/psalms/34-19.htm">Psalm 34:19</a>, which acknowledges the many afflictions of the righteous. The psalmist's acknowledgment of trouble aligns with the human condition of suffering, which is addressed throughout the Bible, culminating in the New Testament with the suffering of Christ (<a href="/isaiah/53-3.htm">Isaiah 53:3</a>).<p><b>but Your commandments are my delight</b><br>In contrast to the trouble and distress, the psalmist finds joy and satisfaction in God's commandments. This reflects a deep love for God's law, which is a central theme in <a href="/psalms/119.htm">Psalm 119</a>. The commandments are not seen as burdensome but as a source of joy and guidance. This delight in the law is reminiscent of <a href="/psalms/1-2.htm">Psalm 1:2</a>, where the righteous person meditates on the law day and night. The psalmist's attitude towards the commandments can be seen as a type of Christ, who perfectly fulfilled the law and found joy in doing the Father's will (<a href="/john/4-34.htm">John 4:34</a>). The delight in God's commandments also points to the transformative power of God's word, which provides comfort and direction amidst life's challenges.<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 a deep love and reverence for God's law amidst personal trials.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>The divine author of the commandments, whose laws provide comfort and guidance to the psalmist.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/trouble_and_distress.htm">Trouble and Distress</a></b><br>Represents the challenges and adversities faced by the psalmist, which are common to human experience.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/c/commandments.htm">Commandments</a></b><br>Refers to the laws and decrees given by God, which are a source of joy and strength for the believer.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/d/delight.htm">Delight</a></b><br>The joy and satisfaction found in adhering to God's commandments, even in difficult times.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/f/finding_joy_in_god's_word.htm">Finding Joy in God's Word</a></b><br>Despite life's challenges, believers can find true joy and satisfaction in God's commandments. This joy is not dependent on circumstances but on the eternal truth of God's word.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_scripture_in_times_of_trouble.htm">The Role of Scripture in Times of Trouble</a></b><br>God's commandments serve as a refuge and source of strength during times of trouble and distress. Believers are encouraged to turn to Scripture for guidance and comfort.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/e/enduring_trials_with_faith.htm">Enduring Trials with Faith</a></b><br>The psalmist's experience teaches us that enduring trials with faith involves delighting in God's word and trusting in His promises, which provide hope and resilience.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_a_biblical_perspective.htm">The Importance of a Biblical Perspective</a></b><br>Viewing life's challenges through the lens of Scripture helps believers maintain a godly perspective, focusing on God's eternal truths rather than temporary troubles.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/cultivating_a_love_for_god's_commandments.htm">Cultivating a Love for God's Commandments</a></b><br>Developing a deep love and appreciation for God's commandments can transform how believers experience and respond to life's difficulties.<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_does_skeptical_theism_say_on_divine_hiddenness.htm">What does the Bible say about mental health?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/bible's_advice_on_handling_angst.htm">What does the Bible say about dealing with angst?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_god_delay_in_distress.htm">If Psalm 143:1 depicts urgent pleas for divine intervention, why does an all-powerful God seem to delay or remain silent in times of distress?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/1_sam_18_10__how_can_god_send_an_evil_spirit.htm">1 Samuel 18:10: How can an 'evil spirit from God' coexist with the belief in a loving deity, and does this contradict other scriptural portrayals of God?</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 143.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Trouble and anguish have taken hold on me</span> (comp. vers. 22, 23, 28, 50, 51, 61, 67, 69, etc.). <span class="cmt_word">Yet thy commandments are my delight.</span> I am happy in the midst of my troubles, for the joy that I have in thy Word (see vers. 16, 35, 47, 77, 174). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/119-143.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">Trouble</span><br /><span class="heb">צַר־</span> <span class="translit">(ṣar-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6862.htm">Strong's 6862: </a> </span><span class="str2">Narrow, a tight place, a pebble, an opponent</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and distress</span><br /><span class="heb">וּמָצ֥וֹק</span> <span class="translit">(ū·mā·ṣō·wq)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4689.htm">Strong's 4689: </a> </span><span class="str2">A narrow place, confinement, disability</span><br /><br /><span class="word">have found me,</span><br /><span class="heb">מְצָא֑וּנִי</span> <span class="translit">(mə·ṣā·’ū·nî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural | first person common singular<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">but Your commandments</span><br /><span class="heb">מִ֝צְוֺתֶ֗יךָ</span> <span class="translit">(miṣ·wō·ṯe·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine plural construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4687.htm">Strong's 4687: </a> </span><span class="str2">Commandment</span><br /><br /><span class="word">are my delight.</span><br /><span class="heb">שַׁעֲשֻׁעָֽי׃</span> <span class="translit">(ša·‘ă·šu·‘āy)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8191.htm">Strong's 8191: </a> </span><span class="str2">Enjoyment</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/119-143.htm">Psalm 119:143 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/119-143.htm">Psalm 119:143 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/119-143.htm">Psalm 119:143 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/119-143.htm">Psalm 119:143 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/119-143.htm">Psalm 119:143 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/119-143.htm">Psalm 119:143 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/119-143.htm">Psalm 119:143 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/119-143.htm">Psalm 119:143 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/119-143.htm">Psalm 119:143 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/119-143.htm">Psalm 119:143 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/119-143.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 119:143 Trouble and anguish have taken hold (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/119-142.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 119:142"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 119:142" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/119-144.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 119:144"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 119:144" /></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>