Psalms 19:8

The behests of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart. The command of the Lord is pure, giving light to the eyes.

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In The King James Version

The statutes of the LORD are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the LORD is pure, enlightening the eyes.

In Context

7The law of the Lord is perfect, renewing life. The decrees of the Lord are trusty, making the simple wise.

9Respect for the Lord is clean, it endures forever. The Lord’s judgments are true and right altogether.

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Cross References

Psalms 13:3Look at me, answer me, Lord my God. Fill my eyes with your light, lest I sleep in death,

Matthew Henry on Psalms 19:8-14

The Excellency of the Scriptures. 7 The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. 8 The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. 9 The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring for ever: the judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether. 10 More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. 11 Moreover by them is thy… Read the whole commentary →

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