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Yodh<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/119.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />The law of your mouth is better to me than thousands of gold and silver pieces.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/119.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />The law from Your mouth is more precious to me than thousands of pieces of gold and silver.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/119.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />The law of thy mouth <i>is</i> better unto me than thousands of gold and silver.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/119.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />The law of Your mouth <i>is</i> better to me Than thousands of <i>coins of</i> gold and silver.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/119.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />The Law of Your mouth is better to me Than thousands of gold and silver <i>pieces.</i><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/119.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />The law of Your mouth is better to me Than thousands of gold and silver pieces. Yodh.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/119.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />The law of Thy mouth is better to me Than thousands of gold and silver <i>pieces</i>.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/119.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />The law of Your mouth is better to me Than thousands of gold and silver <i>pieces</i>.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/119.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />The law from Your mouth is better to me Than thousands of gold and silver <i>pieces.</i><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/119.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Instruction from your lips is better for me than thousands of gold and silver pieces.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/119.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Instruction from Your lips is better for me than thousands of gold and silver pieces. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/119.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />The law of thy mouth is better unto me Than thousands of gold and silver.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/119.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />I would rather obey you than to have a thousand pieces of silver and gold. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/119.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />The law of thy mouth is better unto me than thousands of gold and silver.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/119.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />The teachings [that come] from your mouth are worth more to me than thousands in gold or silver.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/119.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />The law that you gave means more to me than all the money in the world. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/119.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Instruction that comes from you is better for me than thousands of gold and silver coins. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/119.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />The law from Your mouth is more precious to me than thousands of pieces of gold and silver.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/119.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />The law you have revealed is more important to me than thousands of pieces of gold and silver. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/119.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The Law you have spoken is better to me than thousands of pieces of gold and silver.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/119.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />The law of thy mouth is better to me than thousands of gold and silver.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/119.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />The law of your mouth is better to me than thousands of pieces of gold and silver. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/119.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />The Law of Your mouth [is] better to me "" Than thousands of gold and silver!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/119.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Better to me is the law of Thy mouth Than thousands of gold and silver!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/119.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Good for me the law of thy mouth above thousands of gold and silver.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/119.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />The law of thy mouth is good to me, above thousands of gold and silver. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/119.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 118:72>The law of your mouth is good for me, beyond thousands of gold and silver pieces.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/119.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />The law of your mouth is more precious to me than heaps of silver and gold. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/119.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />The law of your mouth is better to me than thousands of gold and silver pieces.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/119.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />The law of thy mouth is better to me than thousands of things of gold and silver.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/119.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />The Law of your mouth is better to me than thousands of gold and silver!<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/119.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />The law of Thy mouth is better unto me Than thousands of gold and silver.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/119.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />The law of thy mouth is better to me than thousands of gold and silver.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/119-72.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=15361" 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">71</span>It was good for me to be afflicted, that I might learn Your statutes. <span class="reftext">72</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/8451.htm" title="8451: ṯō·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/6310.htm" title="6310: pî·ḵā (N-msc:: 2ms) -- Mouth. From pa'ah; the mouth, whether literal or figurative; specifically edge, portion or side; adverbially according to.">from Your mouth</a> <a href="/hebrew/2896.htm" title="2896: ṭō·wḇ- (Adj-ms) -- Pleasant, agreeable, good.">is more precious</a> <a href="/hebrew/lî (Prep:: 1cs) -- ">to me</a> <a href="/hebrew/505.htm" title="505: mê·’al·p̄ê (Prep-m:: Number-mpc) -- A thousand. Prop, the same as 'eleph; hence a thousand.">than thousands of pieces</a> <a href="/hebrew/2091.htm" title="2091: zā·hāḇ (N-ms) -- Gold. From an unused root meaning to shimmer; gold, figuratively, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear sky.">of gold</a> <a href="/hebrew/3701.htm" title="3701: wā·ḵā·sep̄ (Conj-w:: N-ms) -- Silver, money. From kacaph; silver; by implication, money.">and silver.</a> </span><span class="reftext">73</span>Your hands have made me and fashioned me; give me understanding to learn 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="/proverbs/8-10.htm">Proverbs 8:10-11</a></span><br />Receive my instruction instead of silver, and knowledge rather than pure gold. / For wisdom is more precious than rubies, and nothing you desire compares with her.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/3-13.htm">Proverbs 3:13-15</a></span><br />Blessed is the man who finds wisdom, the man who acquires understanding, / for she is more profitable than silver, and her gain is better than fine gold. / She is more precious than rubies; nothing you desire compares with her.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/28-15.htm">Job 28:15-19</a></span><br />It cannot be bought with gold, nor can its price be weighed out in silver. / It cannot be valued in the gold of Ophir, in precious onyx or sapphire. / Neither gold nor crystal can compare to it, nor jewels of fine gold be exchanged for it. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/13-44.htm">Matthew 13:44-46</a></span><br />The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and in his joy he went and sold all he had and bought that field. / Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls. / When he found one very precious pearl, he went away and sold all he had and bought it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/19-9.htm">Psalm 19:9-10</a></span><br />The fear of the LORD is pure, enduring forever; the judgments of the LORD are true, being altogether righteous. / They are more precious than gold, than much pure gold; they are sweeter than honey, than honey from the comb.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/2-2.htm">Colossians 2:2-3</a></span><br />that they may be encouraged in heart, knit together in love, and filled with the full riches of complete understanding, so that they may know the mystery of God, namely Christ, / in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/1-7.htm">1 Peter 1:7</a></span><br />so that the proven character of your faith—more precious than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory, and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/16-16.htm">Proverbs 16:16</a></span><br />How much better to acquire wisdom than gold! To gain understanding is more desirable than silver.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/3-8.htm">Philippians 3:8</a></span><br />More than that, I count all things as loss compared to the surpassing excellence of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whom I have lost all things. I consider them rubbish, that I may gain Christ<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/1-18.htm">James 1:18</a></span><br />He chose to give us birth through the word of truth, that we would be a kind of firstfruits of His creation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/119-127.htm">Psalm 119:127</a></span><br />Therefore I love Your commandments more than gold, even the purest gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/119-14.htm">Psalm 119:14</a></span><br />I rejoice in the way of Your testimonies as much as in all riches.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/119-111.htm">Psalm 119:111</a></span><br />Your testimonies are my heritage forever, for they are the joy of my heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/119-162.htm">Psalm 119:162</a></span><br />I rejoice in Your promise like one who finds great spoil.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/11-33.htm">Romans 11:33</a></span><br />O, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are His judgments, and untraceable His ways!</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">The law of your mouth is better to me than thousands of gold and silver.</p><p class="hdg">better</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/119-14.htm">Psalm 119:14,111,127,162</a></b></br> I have rejoiced in the way of thy testimonies, as <i>much as</i> in all riches… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/19-10.htm">Psalm 19:10</a></b></br> More to be desired <i>are they</i> than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/3-14.htm">Proverbs 3:14,15</a></b></br> For the merchandise of it <i>is</i> better than the merchandise of silver, and the gain thereof than fine gold… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/118-9.htm">Better</a> <a href="/psalms/115-4.htm">Gold</a> <a href="/psalms/119-70.htm">Law</a> <a href="/psalms/119-43.htm">Mouth</a> <a href="/psalms/94-5.htm">Pieces</a> <a href="/psalms/116-15.htm">Precious</a> <a href="/psalms/115-4.htm">Silver</a> <a href="/psalms/68-17.htm">Thousands</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/3-14.htm">Better</a> <a href="/psalms/119-127.htm">Gold</a> <a href="/psalms/119-85.htm">Law</a> <a href="/psalms/119-88.htm">Mouth</a> <a href="/songs/8-11.htm">Pieces</a> <a href="/psalms/126-6.htm">Precious</a> <a href="/psalms/135-15.htm">Silver</a> <a href="/psalms/144-13.htm">Thousands</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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In the context of the Old Testament, "the law" often refers to the Torah, the first five books of the Bible, which were given to Moses on Mount Sinai. This highlights the importance of divine revelation and the authority of Scripture. The phrase underscores the belief that God's words are life-giving and foundational for righteous living. In the New Testament, Jesus is seen as the fulfillment of the law (<a href="/matthew/5-17.htm">Matthew 5:17</a>), and His teachings are considered the ultimate expression of God's will.<p><b>is more precious to me</b><br>The psalmist expresses a deep personal value for God's law, suggesting an intimate relationship with the Scriptures. This reflects a heart that treasures divine wisdom above all else. In biblical times, wisdom literature, such as Proverbs, often extolled the value of wisdom and understanding as more precious than material wealth (<a href="/proverbs/3-13.htm">Proverbs 3:13-15</a>). This sentiment is echoed in the New Testament, where believers are encouraged to seek first the kingdom of God (<a href="/matthew/6-33.htm">Matthew 6:33</a>).<p><b>than thousands of pieces of gold and silver</b><br>Gold and silver were the primary measures of wealth in ancient times, symbolizing prosperity and security. By comparing the law to these precious metals, the psalmist conveys that spiritual wealth far surpasses material wealth. This comparison is a common biblical theme, as seen in <a href="/proverbs/8-10.htm">Proverbs 8:10-11</a>, where wisdom is valued above silver and gold. The New Testament continues this theme, with Jesus teaching about the futility of storing up earthly treasures (<a href="/matthew/6-19.htm">Matthew 6:19-21</a>). The psalmist's valuation of God's law over material wealth points to a life oriented towards eternal values rather than temporal gains.<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.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>The divine source of the law, whose words are valued above material wealth.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/i/israel.htm">Israel</a></b><br>The nation to whom the law was originally given, serving as a context for the psalmist's devotion.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/m/mount_sinai.htm">Mount Sinai</a></b><br>The place where God gave the law to Moses, symbolizing the divine origin of the law.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/temple_worship.htm">Temple Worship</a></b><br>The setting in which the law was read and revered, highlighting its centrality in the life of the Israelites.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/v/value_of_god's_word.htm">Value of God's Word</a></b><br>The psalmist's declaration challenges us to evaluate what we truly treasure. Do we hold God's Word in higher esteem than material wealth?<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/spiritual_wealth_vs._material_wealth.htm">Spiritual Wealth vs. Material Wealth</a></b><br>In a world that often prioritizes financial success, this verse reminds us to seek spiritual riches that have eternal significance.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/daily_devotion.htm">Daily Devotion</a></b><br>The psalmist's love for the law encourages us to engage with Scripture daily, allowing it to shape our thoughts and actions.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_law_as_guidance.htm">God's Law as Guidance</a></b><br>The law is not just a set of rules but a guide for living a life that pleases God. We should seek to understand and apply it in our daily lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/contentment_in_god's_provision.htm">Contentment in God's Provision</a></b><br>By valuing God's Word above wealth, we learn contentment and trust in God's provision for our needs.<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's_the_goal_of_world_evangelism.htm">How can I effectively memorize Bible verses?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_do_poor_devout_reconcile_psalm_112_3.htm">Psalm 112:3 declares that the righteous will enjoy wealth and riches; how does this reconcile with devout individuals who remain poor and persecuted throughout history? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_do_new_teachings_align_with_psalm_119.htm">In the New Testament, certain laws seem superseded by new teachings (e.g., Hebrews 8:13); how does this harmonize with Psalm 119's emphasis on the perpetuity of God's law (Psalm 119)?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_the_law_of_moses_eternal.htm">Is the Law of Moses eternal? (Psalm 119:160 vs. Hebrews 8:13)</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>(72) <span class= "bld">Better unto me</span>--<span class= "ital">i.e.</span>, better for me.<p><span class= "bld">Thousands of.</span>--We must supply <span class= "ital">shekels </span>or <span class= "ital">pieces.</span><p><span class= "bld"><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/119.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 72.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">The Law of thy mouth is better unto me than thousands of gold and silver;</span> <span class="accented">i</span>.<span class="accented">e</span>. I value it more than any amount of earthly riches. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/119-72.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">The law</span><br /><span class="heb">תֽוֹרַת־</span> <span class="translit">(ṯō·w·raṯ-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct<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">from Your mouth</span><br /><span class="heb">פִּ֑יךָ</span> <span class="translit">(pî·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6310.htm">Strong's 6310: </a> </span><span class="str2">The mouth, edge, portion, side, according to</span><br /><br /><span class="word">is more precious</span><br /><span class="heb">טֽוֹב־</span> <span class="translit">(ṭō·wḇ-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2896.htm">Strong's 2896: </a> </span><span class="str2">Pleasant, agreeable, good</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to me</span><br /><span class="heb">לִ֥י</span> <span class="translit">(lî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/.htm">Strong's Hebrew</a> </span><span class="str2"></span><br /><br /><span class="word">than thousands [of pieces]</span><br /><span class="heb">מֵ֝אַלְפֵ֗י</span> <span class="translit">(mê·’al·p̄ê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-m | Number - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_505.htm">Strong's 505: </a> </span><span class="str2">A thousand</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of gold</span><br /><span class="heb">זָהָ֥ב</span> <span class="translit">(zā·hāḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2091.htm">Strong's 2091: </a> </span><span class="str2">Gold, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear sky</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and silver.</span><br /><span class="heb">וָכָֽסֶף׃</span> <span class="translit">(wā·ḵā·sep̄)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3701.htm">Strong's 3701: </a> </span><span class="str2">Silver, money</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/119-72.htm">Psalm 119:72 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/119-72.htm">Psalm 119:72 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/119-72.htm">Psalm 119:72 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/119-72.htm">Psalm 119:72 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/119-72.htm">Psalm 119:72 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/119-72.htm">Psalm 119:72 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/119-72.htm">Psalm 119:72 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/119-72.htm">Psalm 119:72 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/119-72.htm">Psalm 119:72 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/119-72.htm">Psalm 119:72 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/119-72.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 119:72 The law of your mouth is better (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/119-71.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 119:71"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 119:71" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/119-73.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 119:73"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 119:73" /></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>