Psalms 119:130
What does Psalms 119:130 mean?
A plain-English look at Psalms 119:130 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.
Parallel translations
WEB
World English Bible · 2000The opening of thy words giveth light; It giveth understanding unto the simple.
KJV
King James Version · 1611The entrance of thy words giveth light; it giveth understanding unto the simple.
ASV
American Standard Version · 1901The opening of thy words giveth light; It giveth understanding unto the simple.
BBE
Bible in Basic English · 1949The opening of your words gives light; it gives good sense to the simple.
YLT
Young's Literal Translation · 1862The opening of Thy words enlighteneth, Instructing the simple.
DRA
Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752Not available in this translation
DBY
Darby Bible · 1890The entrance of thy words giveth light, giving understanding unto the simple.
Context
Cross references
Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.
- 2 Peter 1:19
And we have the word of prophecy made more sure; whereunto ye do well that ye take heed, as unto a lamp shining in a dark place, until the day dawn, and the day-star arise in your hearts:
- Psalms 119:105
Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, And light unto my path.
- Acts 26:18
to 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.
- 2 Timothy 3:15
and that from a babe thou hast known the sacred writings which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.
- Proverbs 1:22
How long, ye simple ones, will ye love simplicity? And scoffers delight them in scoffing, And fools hate knowledge?
- Proverbs 6:23
For the commandment is a lamp; and the law is light; And reproofs of instruction are the way of life:
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