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nothing can make them stumble.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/119.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Abundant peace belongs to those who love Your law; nothing can make them stumble.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/119.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Great peace have they which love thy law: and nothing shall offend them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/119.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Great peace have those who love Your law, And nothing causes them to stumble.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/119.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Those who love Your Law have great peace, And nothing causes them to stumble.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/119.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Those who love Your law have great peace, And nothing causes them to stumble.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/119.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Those who love Thy law have great peace, And nothing causes them to stumble.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/119.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Those who love Your law have much peace, And nothing causes them to stumble.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/119.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Those who love Your law have great peace; Nothing makes them stumble.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/119.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Abundant peace belongs to those who love Your law; nothing makes them stumble.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/119.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Abundant peace belongs to those who love Your law; nothing makes them stumble. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/119.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Great peace have they that love thy law; And they have no occasion of stumbling.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/119.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />You give peace of mind to all who love your Law. Nothing can make them fall. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/119.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Great peace have they which love thy law; and they have none occasion of stumbling.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/119.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />There is lasting peace for those who love your teachings. Nothing can make those people stumble.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/119.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Those who love your law have perfect security, and there is nothing that can make them fall. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/119.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Great peace belongs to those who love your instruction, and nothing makes them stumble.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/119.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Abundant peace belongs to those who love Your law; nothing can make them stumble.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/119.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Those who love your law are completely secure; nothing causes them to stumble. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/119.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Those who love your Law have great peace. Nothing causes them to stumble.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/119.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Great peace have they who love thy law: and nothing shall cause them to stumble.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/119.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Those who love your law have great peace. Nothing causes them to stumble. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/119.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Those loving Your law have abundant peace, "" And they have no stumbling-block.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/119.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Abundant peace have those loving Thy law, And they have no stumbling-block.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/119.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Much peace to those loving thy law, and no stumbling-block to them.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/119.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Much peace have they that love thy law, and to them there is no stumbling block <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/119.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 118:165>Those who love your law have great peace, and there is no scandal for them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/119.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Lovers of your law have much peace; for them there is no stumbling block. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/119.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Great peace have those who love your law; nothing can make them stumble.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/119.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Great peace have they which love thy law; and they shall have no infirmity.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/119.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Great is the peace of those who love your Law and they have no sickness.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/119.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Great peace have they that love Thy law; And there is no stumbling for them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/119.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Great peace have they that love thy law: and there is no stumbling-block to them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/119-165.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nFaD2oDhKPc?start=15927" 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">164</span>Seven times a day I praise You for Your righteous judgments. <span class="reftext">165</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/7227.htm" title="7227: rāḇ (Adj-ms) -- Much, many, great. By contracted from rabab; abundant.">Abundant</a> <a href="/hebrew/7965.htm" title="7965: šā·lō·wm (N-ms) -- Or shalom; from shalam; safe, i.e. well, happy, friendly; also welfare, i.e. Health, prosperity, peace.">peace belongs</a> <a href="/hebrew/157.htm" title="157: lə·’ō·hă·ḇê (Prep-l:: V-Qal-Prtcpl-mpc) -- To love. Or raheb; a primitive root; to have affection for.">to those who love</a> <a href="/hebrew/8451.htm" title="8451: ṯō·w·rā·ṯe·ḵā (N-fsc:: 2ms) -- Direction, instruction, law. Or torah; from yarah; a precept or statute, especially the Decalogue or Pentateuch.">Your law;</a> <a href="/hebrew/369.htm" title="369: wə·’ên- (Conj-w:: Adv) -- As if from a primitive root meaning to be nothing or not exist; a non-entity; generally used as a negative particle.">nothing</a> <a href="/hebrew/lā·mōw (Prep:: 3mp) -- "></a> <a href="/hebrew/4383.htm" title="4383: miḵ·šō·wl (N-ms) -- Or mikshol; masculine from kashal; a stumbling-block, literally or figuratively (specifically an idol), scruple).">can make them stumble.</a> </span><span class="reftext">166</span>I wait for Your salvation, O LORD, and I carry out Your commandments.…<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="/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="/john/14-27.htm">John 14:27</a></span><br />Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/4-7.htm">Philippians 4:7</a></span><br />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="/proverbs/3-1.htm">Proverbs 3:1-2</a></span><br />My son, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments; / for they will add length to your days, years and peace to your life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/8-6.htm">Romans 8:6</a></span><br />The mind of the flesh is death, but the mind of the Spirit is life and peace,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/32-17.htm">Isaiah 32:17</a></span><br />The work of righteousness will be peace; the service of righteousness will be quiet confidence forever.<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="/colossians/3-15.htm">Colossians 3:15</a></span><br />Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, for to this you were called as members of one body. And be thankful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><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="/romans/5-1.htm">Romans 5:1</a></span><br />Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/galatians/5-22.htm">Galatians 5:22</a></span><br />But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/3-18.htm">James 3:18</a></span><br />Peacemakers who sow in peace reap the fruit of righteousness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/1-8.htm">1 Peter 1:8</a></span><br />Though you have not seen Him, you love Him; and though you do not see Him now, you believe in Him and rejoice with an inexpressible and glorious joy,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_thessalonians/3-16.htm">2 Thessalonians 3:16</a></span><br />Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/48-18.htm">Isaiah 48:18</a></span><br />If only you had paid attention to My commandments, your peace would have been like a river, and your righteousness like waves of the sea.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Great peace have they which love your law: and nothing shall offend them.</p><p class="hdg">great</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/3-1.htm">Proverbs 3:1,2,17</a></b></br> My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments: … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/32-17.htm">Isaiah 32:17</a></b></br> And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/57-21.htm">Isaiah 57:21</a></b></br> <i>There is</i> no peace, saith my God, to the wicked.</p><p class="hdg">nothing shall offend them.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/8-13.htm">Isaiah 8:13-15</a></b></br> Sanctify the LORD of hosts himself; and <i>let</i> him <i>be</i> your fear, and <i>let</i> him <i>be</i> your dread… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/28-13.htm">Isaiah 28:13</a></b></br> But the word of the LORD was unto them precept upon precept, precept upon precept; line upon line, line upon line; here a little, <i>and</i> there a little; that they might go, and fall backward, and be broken, and snared, and taken.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/57-14.htm">Isaiah 57:14</a></b></br> And shall say, Cast ye up, cast ye up, prepare the way, take up the stumblingblock out of the way of my people.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/119-162.htm">Abundant</a> <a href="/psalms/119-161.htm">Cause</a> <a href="/psalms/107-40.htm">Causes</a> <a href="/psalms/118-13.htm">Falling</a> <a href="/psalms/119-162.htm">Great</a> <a href="/psalms/119-163.htm">Love</a> <a href="/psalms/119-149.htm">Loving</a> <a href="/ezra/7-20.htm">Occasion</a> <a href="/psalms/73-15.htm">Offend</a> <a href="/psalms/109-1.htm">Peace</a> <a href="/psalms/64-8.htm">Stumble</a> <a href="/psalms/116-8.htm">Stumbling</a> <a href="/1_samuel/25-31.htm">Stumbling-Block</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/130-7.htm">Abundant</a> <a href="/psalms/119-169.htm">Cause</a> <a href="/psalms/135-7.htm">Causes</a> <a href="/psalms/133-3.htm">Falling</a> <a href="/psalms/119-167.htm">Great</a> <a href="/psalms/119-167.htm">Love</a> <a href="/psalms/130-7.htm">Loving</a> <a href="/jeremiah/2-24.htm">Occasion</a> <a href="/jeremiah/2-3.htm">Offend</a> <a href="/psalms/120-6.htm">Peace</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-23.htm">Stumble</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-18.htm">Stumbling</a> <a href="/isaiah/57-14.htm">Stumbling-Block</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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It signifies completeness, wholeness, and well-being. The use of "abundant" suggests a peace that is overflowing and plentiful, not limited or scarce. In the context of the psalm, this peace is a divine gift, a state of tranquility and harmony that comes from a deep relationship with God. Historically, "shalom" was a common greeting and blessing among the Israelites, reflecting a desire for holistic prosperity and divine favor.<p><b>belongs to those who love</b><br />The phrase "belongs to those who love" indicates possession and relationship. The Hebrew word for "love" is "ahav," which implies a deep affection and commitment. This love is not passive but active, involving a choice and dedication to God's ways. In the biblical context, love for God's instruction is a defining characteristic of the faithful, reflecting a heart aligned with God's will. This love is not merely emotional but is demonstrated through obedience and reverence.<p><b>Your instruction</b><br />The term "instruction" is translated from the Hebrew word "Torah," which means law or teaching. It refers to the divine guidance and commandments given by God, particularly as revealed in the first five books of the Bible. The Torah is seen as a source of wisdom and life, providing direction and clarity for righteous living. In the historical context of ancient Israel, the Torah was central to religious and communal life, shaping the identity and practices of God's people.<p><b>nothing can make them stumble</b><br />The phrase "nothing can make them stumble" conveys a sense of security and stability. The Hebrew word for "stumble" is "mikshol," which can mean to trip or fall, both physically and morally. This assurance is rooted in the protective power of God's instruction, which acts as a guiding light and firm foundation. In a broader scriptural context, this promise reflects the idea that those who adhere to God's ways are safeguarded from spiritual pitfalls and moral failures. The imagery of walking without stumbling suggests a journey of faith marked by confidence and resilience, upheld by divine truth.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/119.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(165) <span class= "bld">Nothing shall offend them.</span>--See margin. Perhaps the verse should take the form of a wish: <span class= "ital">great peace to the lovers of Thy law; no stumbling-block to them. </span>Or, it may be, <span class= "ital">great peace have they who love Thy word and who find no hindrance. </span>It was not the fact that the faithful did <span class= "ital">not </span>stumble.<p><span class= "bld"><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/119.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 165.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Great peace have they which love thy Law</span> (comp. <a href="/proverbs/3-1.htm">Proverbs 3:1, 2</a>; <a href="/isaiah/32-17.htm">Isaiah 32:17</a>; <a href="/james/3-18.htm">James 3:18</a>). There is always disquietude where there is sin. A sense of perfect peace and rest belongs to those who love and keep God's Law. <span class="cmt_word">And nothing shall offend them</span>; rather, <span class="accented">and they shall have no stumbling-block</span>. Nothing shall cause them to stumble, much less to fall away from grace. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/119-165.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">Abundant</span><br /><span class="heb">רָ֭ב</span> <span class="translit">(rāḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7227.htm">Strong's 7227: </a> </span><span class="str2">Much, many, great</span><br /><br /><span class="word">peace belongs</span><br /><span class="heb">שָׁל֣וֹם</span> <span class="translit">(šā·lō·wm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7965.htm">Strong's 7965: </a> </span><span class="str2">Safe, well, happy, friendly, welfare, health, prosperity, peace</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to those who love</span><br /><span class="heb">לְאֹהֲבֵ֣י</span> <span class="translit">(lə·’ō·hă·ḇê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_157.htm">Strong's 157: </a> </span><span class="str2">To have affection f</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Your instruction;</span><br /><span class="heb">תוֹרָתֶ֑ךָ</span> <span class="translit">(ṯō·w·rā·ṯe·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8451.htm">Strong's 8451: </a> </span><span class="str2">Direction, instruction, law</span><br /><br /><span class="word">nothing</span><br /><span class="heb">וְאֵֽין־</span> <span class="translit">(wə·’ên-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_369.htm">Strong's 369: </a> </span><span class="str2">A non-entity, a negative particle</span><br /><br /><span class="word">can make them stumble.</span><br /><span class="heb">מִכְשֽׁוֹל׃</span> <span class="translit">(miḵ·šō·wl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4383.htm">Strong's 4383: </a> </span><span class="str2">A stumbling, means or occasion of stumbling, a stumbling block</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/119-165.htm">Psalm 119:165 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/119-165.htm">Psalm 119:165 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/119-165.htm">Psalm 119:165 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/119-165.htm">Psalm 119:165 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/119-165.htm">Psalm 119:165 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/119-165.htm">Psalm 119:165 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/119-165.htm">Psalm 119:165 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/119-165.htm">Psalm 119:165 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/119-165.htm">Psalm 119:165 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/119-165.htm">Psalm 119:165 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/119-165.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 119:165 Those who love your law have great (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/119-164.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 119:164"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 119:164" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/119-166.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 119:166"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 119:166" /></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>