Psalms 119:130
The opening of thy words giveth light; it giveth understanding unto the simple.
Revised Version 1895
In The King James Version
The entrance of thy words giveth light; it giveth understanding unto the simple.
In Context
129Thy testimonies are wonderful: therefore doth my soul keep them.
131I opened wide my mouth, and panted; for I longed for thy commandments.
Cross References
Psalms 19:7The law of the LORD is perfect, restoring the soul: the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple.
Psalms 119:34Give me understanding, and I shall keep thy law; yea, I shall observe it with my whole heart.
Proverbs 1:4To give subtilty to the simple, to the young man knowledge and discretion:
Proverbs 6:23For the commandment is a lamp; and the law is light; and reproofs of instruction are the way of life:
Isaiah 8:20To the law and to the testimony! if they speak not according to this word, surely there is no morning for them.
Acts 26:18to open their eyes, that they may turn from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan unto God, that they may receive remission of sins and an inheritance among them that are sanctified by faith in me.
Matthew Henry on Psalms 119:130
17. PE. 129 Thy testimonies are wonderful: therefore doth my soul keep them. See here how David was affected towards the word of God. 1. He admired it, as most excellent in itself: Thy testimonies are wonderful. The word of God gives us admirable discoveries of God, and Christ, and another world; admirable proofs of divine love and grace. The majesty of the style, the purity of the matter, the harmony of the parts, are all wonderful. Its effects upon the consciences of men, both for conviction and comfort, are… Read the whole commentary →