Psalms 119:151
But you, Lord, are close beside me; all your commandments are true.
Free Bible Version
In The King James Version
Thou art near, O LORD; and all thy commandments are truth.
In Context
150Evil people come running to attack me—they totally disregard your law.
152Long ago I realized that your laws will last forever.
Cross References
Deuteronomy 4:7What nation is as great as us, having a god so close to them as the Lord our God is to us whenever we call on him?
Psalms 46:1God is our protection and our strength; always ready to help when troubles come.
Psalms 119:138You have given your instructions which are fair and totally trustworthy.
Psalms 119:144Your laws are always right; help me to understand what they mean so I can live.
Psalms 145:18The Lord is close to all who ask for his help, to all who ask in sincerity.
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 →