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I have put my hope in your word.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/119.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />You are my refuge and my shield; your word is my source of hope.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/119.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />You are my hiding place and my shield; I hope in your word.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/119.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />You are my hiding place and my shield; I put my hope in Your word.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/119.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Thou <i>art</i> my hiding place and my shield: I hope in thy word.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/119.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />You <i>are</i> my hiding place and my shield; I hope in Your word.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/119.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />You are my hiding place and my shield; I wait for Your word.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/119.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />You are my hiding place and my shield; I wait for Your word.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/119.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Thou art my hiding place and my shield; I wait for Thy word.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/119.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />You are my hiding place and my shield; I wait for Your word.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/119.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />You are my hiding place and my shield; I wait for Your word.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/119.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />You are my shelter and my shield; I put my hope in your word.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/119.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />You are my shelter and my shield; I put my hope in Your word. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/119.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Thou art my hiding-place and my shield: I hope in thy word.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/119.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />You are my place of safety and my shield. Your word is my only hope. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/119.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Thou art my hiding place and my shield: I hope in thy word.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/119.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />You are my hiding place and my shield. My hope is based on your word.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/119.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />You are my defender and protector; I put my hope in your promise. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/119.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />You are my fortress and shield; I hope in your word.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/119.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />You are my hiding place and my shield; I put my hope in Your word.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/119.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />You are my hiding place and my shield. I find hope in your word. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/119.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />You are my hiding place and my shield. I hope in your word.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/119.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Thou art my hiding place and my shield: I hope in thy word.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/119.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />You are my hiding place and my shield. I hope in your word. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/119.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />You [are] my hiding place and my shield, "" I have hoped for Your word.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/119.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> My hiding place and my shield art Thou, For Thy word I have hoped.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/119.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Thou my hiding and my shield: I hoped for thy word.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/119.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Thou art my helper and my protector: and in thy word I have greatly hoped. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/119.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 118:114>You are my helper and my supporter. And in your word, I have greatly hoped.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/119.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />You are my refuge and shield; in your word I hope. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/119.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />You are my hiding place and my shield; I hope in your word.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/119.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Thou art my shelter and my refuge: I hope in thy word.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/119.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />You are my shelter and the house of my refuge and I have hoped for your word.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/119.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Thou art my covert and my shield; In Thy word do I hope.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/119.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Thou art my helper and my supporter; I have hoped in thy words.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/119-114.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=15623" 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">113</span>The double-minded I despise, but Your law I love. <span class="reftext">114</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/859.htm" title="859: ’āt·tāh (Pro-2ms) -- You (masc. sing.). ">You</a> <a href="/hebrew/5643.htm" title="5643: siṯ·rî (N-msc:: 1cs) -- A covering, hiding place, secrecy. Or cithrah,; from cathar; a cover.">are my hiding place</a> <a href="/hebrew/4043.htm" title="4043: ū·mā·ḡin·nî (Conj-w:: N-csc:: 1cs) -- A shield. Also feminine mginnah; from ganan; a shield; figuratively, a protector; also the scaly hide of the crocodile.">and my shield;</a> <a href="/hebrew/3176.htm" title="3176: yi·ḥā·lə·tî (V-Piel-Perf-1cs) -- To wait, await. A primitive root; to wait; by implication, to be patient, hope.">I put my hope</a> <a href="/hebrew/1697.htm" title="1697: liḏ·ḇā·rə·ḵā (Prep-l:: N-msc:: 2ms) -- Speech, word. From dabar; a word; by implication, a matter or thing; adverbially, a cause.">in Your word.</a> </span><span class="reftext">115</span>Depart from me, you evildoers, that I may obey the commandments of my God.…<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="/proverbs/30-5.htm">Proverbs 30:5</a></span><br />Every word of God is flawless; He is a shield to those who take refuge in Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/18-2.htm">Psalm 18:2</a></span><br />The LORD is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer. My God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/91-2.htm">Psalm 91:2</a></span><br />I will say to the LORD, “You are my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/32-7.htm">Psalm 32:7</a></span><br />You are my hiding place. You protect me from trouble; You surround me with songs of deliverance. Selah<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/62-7.htm">Psalm 62:7-8</a></span><br />My salvation and my honor rest on God, my strong rock; my refuge is in God. / Trust in Him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts before Him. God is our refuge. Selah<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/25-4.htm">Isaiah 25:4</a></span><br />For You have been a refuge for the poor, a stronghold for the needy in distress, a refuge from the storm, a shade from the heat. For the breath of the ruthless is like rain against a wall,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/26-3.htm">Isaiah 26:3-4</a></span><br />You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You. / Trust in the LORD forever, because GOD the LORD is the Rock eternal.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/46-1.htm">Psalm 46:1</a></span><br />For the choirmaster. Of the sons of Korah. According to Alamoth. A song. God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/61-3.htm">Psalm 61:3</a></span><br />For You have been my refuge, a tower of strength against the enemy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/71-7.htm">Psalm 71:7</a></span><br />I have become a portent to many, but You are my strong refuge.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/142-5.htm">Psalm 142:5</a></span><br />I cry to You, O LORD: “You are my refuge, my portion in the land of the living.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/22-31.htm">2 Samuel 22:31</a></span><br />As for God, His way is perfect; the word of the LORD is flawless. He is a shield to all who take refuge in Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/6-18.htm">Hebrews 6:18-19</a></span><br />Thus by two unchangeable things in which it is impossible for God to lie, we who have fled to take hold of the hope set before us may be strongly encouraged. / We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner sanctuary behind the curtain,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/15-4.htm">Romans 15:4</a></span><br />For everything that was written in the past was written for our instruction, so that through endurance and the encouragement of the Scriptures, we might have hope.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/6-16.htm">Ephesians 6:16</a></span><br />In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">You are my hiding place and my shield: I hope in your word.</p><p class="hdg">my hiding</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/32-7.htm">Psalm 32:7</a></b></br> Thou <i>art</i> my hiding place; thou shalt preserve me from trouble; thou shalt compass me about with songs of deliverance. Selah.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/91-1.htm">Psalm 91:1,2</a></b></br> He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/32-3.htm">Isaiah 32:3</a></b></br> And the eyes of them that see shall not be dim, and the ears of them that hear shall hearken.</p><p class="hdg">my shield</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/3-3.htm">Psalm 3:3</a></b></br> But thou, O LORD, <i>art</i> a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of mine head.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/84-11.htm">Psalm 84:11</a></b></br> For the LORD God <i>is</i> a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and glory: no good <i>thing</i> will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.</p><p class="hdg">I hope</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/119-81.htm">Psalm 119:81</a></b></br> CAPH. My soul fainteth for thy salvation: <i>but</i> I hope in thy word.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/130-5.htm">Psalm 130:5,6</a></b></br> I wait for the LORD, my soul doth wait, and in his word do I hope… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/115-11.htm">Breastplate</a> <a href="/psalms/91-1.htm">Covert</a> <a href="/psalms/119-109.htm">Danger</a> <a href="/psalms/81-7.htm">Hiding</a> <a href="/psalms/32-7.htm">Hiding-Place</a> <a href="/psalms/119-81.htm">Hope</a> <a href="/psalms/119-81.htm">Hoped</a> <a href="/psalms/118-9.htm">Refuge</a> <a href="/psalms/119-19.htm">Secret</a> <a href="/psalms/115-11.htm">Shield</a> <a href="/psalms/119-95.htm">Wait</a> <a href="/psalms/119-111.htm">Word</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/2-7.htm">Breastplate</a> <a href="/songs/2-14.htm">Covert</a> <a href="/psalms/145-20.htm">Danger</a> <a href="/proverbs/27-16.htm">Hiding</a> <a href="/isaiah/28-17.htm">Hiding-Place</a> <a href="/psalms/119-116.htm">Hope</a> <a href="/psalms/119-147.htm">Hoped</a> <a href="/psalms/141-8.htm">Refuge</a> <a href="/psalms/139-15.htm">Secret</a> <a href="/psalms/144-2.htm">Shield</a> <a href="/psalms/119-147.htm">Wait</a> <a href="/psalms/119-116.htm">Word</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 concept of God as a "hiding place" is seen throughout the Psalms, indicating a place of safety and security amidst life's trials (<a href="/psalms/32-7.htm">Psalm 32:7</a>). The imagery of a "shield" suggests defense against spiritual and physical attacks, a common metaphor in ancient Near Eastern cultures where shields were vital for protection in battle. This dual imagery emphasizes God's role as both a sanctuary and a defender. In <a href="/ephesians/6-16.htm">Ephesians 6:16</a>, the Apostle Paul speaks of the "shield of faith," which can extinguish the fiery darts of the evil one, further connecting this idea to the New Testament understanding of spiritual warfare and divine protection.<p><b>I put my hope in Your word.</b><br>The psalmist's declaration of hope in God's word underscores the centrality of Scripture in providing guidance, comfort, and assurance. In the historical context of ancient Israel, the Torah was the foundation of religious and daily life, offering laws, teachings, and promises from God. The word "hope" here conveys a confident expectation and trust in God's promises. This reliance on Scripture is echoed in the New Testament, where believers are encouraged to hold fast to the word of life (<a href="/philippians/2-16.htm">Philippians 2:16</a>) and to let the word of Christ dwell richly within them (<a href="/colossians/3-16.htm">Colossians 3:16</a>). The prophetic nature of God's word is also significant, as it points to the fulfillment of promises in Jesus Christ, who is described as the Word made flesh (<a href="/john/1-14.htm">John 1:14</a>), embodying the ultimate hope for humanity.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_psalmist.htm">The Psalmist</a></b><br>Traditionally attributed to King David, the psalmist is expressing a deep personal relationship with God, seeking refuge and protection in Him.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>Referred to as the hiding place and shield, God is depicted as a protector and source of hope for the believer.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_word_of_god.htm">The Word of God</a></b><br>The psalmist places hope in God's word, indicating its importance and reliability as a source of guidance and comfort.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god_as_our_refuge.htm">God as Our Refuge</a></b><br>God is portrayed as a hiding place, a safe haven where we can find peace and security amidst life's challenges. Believers are encouraged to seek refuge in Him during times of trouble.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god_as_our_shield.htm">God as Our Shield</a></b><br>Just as a shield protects a warrior in battle, God offers protection against spiritual and emotional attacks. Trusting in God as our shield means relying on His strength rather than our own.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/hope_in_god's_word.htm">Hope in God's Word</a></b><br>The psalmist's hope is firmly placed in God's word, highlighting its reliability and truth. Believers are encouraged to immerse themselves in Scripture to find guidance and hope.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_faith.htm">The Importance of Faith</a></b><br>Faith is essential in recognizing God as our hiding place and shield. It is through faith that we can fully trust in His protection and promises.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/scripture_as_a_source_of_comfort.htm">Scripture as a Source of Comfort</a></b><br>God's word is a source of comfort and hope, providing assurance and direction. Regular engagement with Scripture strengthens our faith and deepens our relationship with God.<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/is_it_sinful_to_lie.htm">Is it sinful to lie?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_there_proof_david_wrote_psalm_54.htm">If this psalm is attributed to David (Psalm 54 title), is there verifiable historical proof of him composing it during his conflict with the Ziphites?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_do_believers_suffer_if_god_protects.htm">Psalm 32:7 depicts God as a hiding place from trouble; why do devout individuals still face suffering and calamities? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_no_evidence_of_david's_cave_in_psalm_57.htm">If David truly wrote Psalm 57 while hiding in a cave, why is there no direct archaeological evidence confirming this event or location (Psalm 57:1)?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/119.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(114) <span class= "bld">My shield.</span>--For this expression see <a href="/psalms/3-3.htm" title="But you, O LORD, are a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of my head.">Psalm 3:3</a>; <a href="/psalms/7-10.htm" title="My defense is of God, which saves the upright in heart.">Psalm 7:10</a>.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/119.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 114.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Thou art my Hiding-place</span> (comp. <a href="/psalms/27-5.htm">Psalm 27:5</a>; <a href="/psalms/32-7.htm">Psalm 32:7</a>; <a href="/psalms/91-1.htm">Psalm 91:1</a>). <span class="cmt_word">And my Shield</span>; <span class="accented">i</span>.<span class="accented">e</span>. my protection (see <a href="/psalms/3-3.htm">Psalm 3:3</a>; <a href="/psalms/18-2.htm">Psalm 18:2, 30</a>, etc.). <span class="cmt_word">I hope in thy Word.</span> The promises contained in thy Word are my only sure hope (see ver. 43). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/119-114.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">You</span><br /><span class="heb">אָ֑תָּה</span> <span class="translit">(’āt·tāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Pronoun - second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_859.htm">Strong's 859: </a> </span><span class="str2">Thou and thee, ye and you</span><br /><br /><span class="word">[are] my hiding place</span><br /><span class="heb">סִתְרִ֣י</span> <span class="translit">(siṯ·rî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5643.htm">Strong's 5643: </a> </span><span class="str2">A covering, hiding place, secrecy</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and my shield;</span><br /><span class="heb">וּמָגִנִּ֣י</span> <span class="translit">(ū·mā·ḡin·nî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - common singular construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4043.htm">Strong's 4043: </a> </span><span class="str2">A shield, a protector, the scaly hide of the crocodile</span><br /><br /><span class="word">I put my hope</span><br /><span class="heb">יִחָֽלְתִּי׃</span> <span class="translit">(yi·ḥā·lə·tî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Perfect - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3176.htm">Strong's 3176: </a> </span><span class="str2">To wait, to be patient, hope</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in Your word.</span><br /><span class="heb">לִדְבָרְךָ֥</span> <span class="translit">(liḏ·ḇā·rə·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1697.htm">Strong's 1697: </a> </span><span class="str2">A word, a matter, thing, a cause</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/119-114.htm">Psalm 119:114 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/119-114.htm">Psalm 119:114 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/119-114.htm">Psalm 119:114 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/119-114.htm">Psalm 119:114 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/119-114.htm">Psalm 119:114 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/119-114.htm">Psalm 119:114 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/119-114.htm">Psalm 119:114 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/119-114.htm">Psalm 119:114 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/119-114.htm">Psalm 119:114 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/119-114.htm">Psalm 119:114 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/119-114.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 119:114 You are my hiding place and my (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/119-113.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 119:113"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 119:113" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/119-115.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 119:115"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 119:115" /></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>