Thematic Bible

Psalm 19:1

For the music director; a psalm of David. The heavens declare the glory of God; the sky displays his handiwork.

Psalm 19:2

Day after day it speaks out; night after night it reveals his greatness.

Psalm 19:3

There is no actual speech or word, nor is its voice literally heard.

Psalm 19:4

Yet its voice echoes throughout the earth; its words carry to the distant horizon. In the sky he has pitched a tent for the sun.

Psalm 19:5

Like a bridegroom it emerges from its chamber; like a strong man it enjoys running its course.

Psalm 19:6

It emerges from the distant horizon, and goes from one end of the sky to the other; nothing can escape its heat.

Psalm 19:7

The law of the Lord is perfect and preserves one's life. The rules set down by the Lord are reliable and impart wisdom to the inexperienced.

Psalm 19:8

The Lord's precepts are fair and make one joyful. The Lord's commands are pure and give insight for life.

Psalm 19:9

The commands to fear the Lord are right and endure forever. The judgments given by the Lord are trustworthy and absolutely just.

Psalm 19:10

They are of greater value than gold, than even a great amount of pure gold; they bring greater delight than honey, than even the sweetest honey from a honeycomb.

Psalm 19:11

Yes, your servant finds moral guidance there; those who obey them receive a rich reward.

Psalm 19:12

Who can know all his errors? Please do not punish me for sins I am unaware of.

Psalm 19:13

Moreover, keep me from committing flagrant sins; do not allow such sins to control me. Then I will be blameless, and innocent of blatant rebellion.

Psalm 19:14

May my words and my thoughts be acceptable in your sight, O Lord, my sheltering rock and my redeemer.