Psalms 119:48 web — I reach out my hands for your commandments, which I love. I will meditate on your statutes. ZAYIN

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"I reach out my hands for your commandments, which I love. I will meditate on your statutes. ZAYIN"

— Psalms 119:48, World English Bible

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KJV
“My hands also will I lift up unto thy commandments, which I have loved; and I will meditate in thy statutes.”
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ASV
“I will lift up my hands also unto thy commandments, which I have loved; And I will meditate on thy statutes. ז ZAYIN. ”
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NET
“I will lift my hands to your commands, which I love, and I will meditate on your statutes.”
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BBE
“And so that my hands may be stretched out to you; and I will give thought to your rules.”
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KJVA
“My hands also will I lift up unto thy commandments, which I have loved; and I will meditate in thy statutes.”
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Psalms 119 — Context

I will walk in liberty, for I have sought your precepts.

I will also speak of your statutes before kings, and will not be disappointed.

I will delight myself in your commandments, because I love them.

I reach out my hands for your commandments, which I love. I will meditate on your statutes. ZAYIN

Remember your word to your servant, because you gave me hope.

This is my comfort in my affliction, for your word has revived me.

The arrogant mock me excessively, but I don't swerve from your law.

Psalms 119:48 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 119:48 say?

Psalms 119:48 in the World English Bible reads: “I reach out my hands for your commandments, which I love. I will meditate on your statutes. ZAYIN”

Where is Psalms 119:48 in the Bible?

Psalms 119:48 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 119, verse 48.

Who wrote Psalms?

Psalms is traditionally attributed to Multiple authors (David, Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, others). Approximately 73 psalms are attributed to David; others to Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, Heman, and Ethan; the remainder are anonymous. It was written c. 1410–430 BC.

What is the book of Psalms about?

The Psalms are the prayer book and hymnal of God's people, gathering a thousand years of inspired song — praise, lament, thanksgiving, confession, and royal and messianic worship. Every emotion of the believing heart finds a voice here, and every voice finds its center in Christ.

What are the major themes of Psalms?

Psalms explores themes including Praise, Lament, Trust, Messiah, Refuge, Kingship. These themes shape the meaning and context of Psalms 119:48.

What translation should I read Psalms 119:48 in?

Psalms 119:48 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.

How can I memorize Psalms 119:48?

Psalms 119:48 reads (WEB): “I reach out my hands for your commandments, which I love. I will meditate on your statutes. ZAYIN” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.

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