Psalms 119:150
Those who have evil designs against me come near; they are far from your law.
Bible in Basic English
In The King James Version
They draw nigh that follow after mischief: they are far from thy law.
In Context
149Let my voice come to you, in your mercy; O Lord, by your decisions give me life.
151You are near, O Lord; and all your teachings are true.
Cross References
1 Samuel 23:16And Saul's son Jonathan went to David in Horesh, and made his hands strong in God;
Job 21:14Though they said to God, Go away from us, for we have no desire for the knowledge of your ways.
Psalms 22:16\22:15\My throat is dry like a broken vessel; my tongue is fixed to the roof of my mouth, and the dust of death is on my lips.
Psalms 50:17Seeing that you have no desire for my teaching, turning your back on my words.
Proverbs 1:22How long, you simple ones, will foolish things be dear to you? and pride a delight to the haters of authority? how long will the foolish go on hating knowledge?
Isaiah 59:11We make noises of grief, like bears, and sad sounds like doves: we are looking for our right, but it is not there; for salvation, but it is far from us.
Matthew Henry on Psalms 119:150
149 Hear my voice according unto thy lovingkindness: O Lord , quicken me according to thy judgment. Here, 1. David applies to God for grace and comfort with much solemnity. He begs of God to hear his voice: "Lord, I have something to say to thee; shall I obtain a gracious audience?" Well, what has he to say? What is his petition and what is his request? It is not long, but it has much in a little: " Lord, quicken me; stir me up to that which is good, and make me vigorous, and lively, and cheerful in it. Let habits… Read the whole commentary →