Psalms 119:130

Psalms chapter 119 · verse 130 in three public-domain English translations with cross-references

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

The opening of thy words giveth light; It giveth understanding unto the simple.

KJV

King James Version · 1611

The entrance of thy words giveth light; it giveth understanding unto the simple.

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

The opening of thy words giveth light; It giveth understanding unto the simple.

Context

v.129Thy testimonies are wonderful; Therefore doth my soul keep them.

v.130This passage

v.131I opened wide my mouth, and panted; For I longed for thy commandments.

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: