Psalms 119:151
You are near, O Lord; and all your teachings are true.
Bible in Basic English
In The King James Version
Thou art near, O LORD; and all thy commandments are truth.
In Context
150Those who have evil designs against me come near; they are far from your law.
152I have long had knowledge that your unchanging word is for ever.
Cross References
Deuteronomy 4:7For what great nation has a god so near to them as the Lord our God is, whenever we are turned to him in prayer?
Psalms 46:1To the chief music-maker. Of the sons of Korah; put to Alamoth. A Song.
Psalms 119:138You have given your unchanging word in righteousness, and it is for ever.
Psalms 119:144The righteousness of your unchanging word is eternal; give me wisdom so that I may have life.
Psalms 145:18The Lord is near all those who give honour to his name; even to all who give honour to him with true hearts.
Matthew Henry on Psalms 119:151-152
150 They draw nigh that follow after mischief: they are far from thy law. 151 Thou art near, O Lord ; and all thy commandments are truth. Here is, I. The apprehension David was in of danger from his enemies. 1. They were very malicious, and industrious in prosecuting their malicious designs: They follow after mischief, any mischief they could do to David or his friends; they would let slip no opportunity nor let fall any pursuit that might be to his hurt. 2. They were very impious, and had no fear of God before… Read the whole commentary →