Psalm 119:130 - Psalms of David in Metre 1650 (Scottish Psalter)

¹³⁰ The entrance of thy words gives light, makes wise who simple are.

More versions

King James Version (Oxford) 1769

¹³⁰ The entrance of thy words giveth light; It giveth understanding unto the simple.

Amplified Bible - Classic Edition

¹³⁰ The entrance and unfolding of Your words give light; their unfolding gives understanding (discernment and comprehension) to the simple.

American Standard Version (1901)

¹³⁰ The opening of thy words giveth light; It giveth understanding unto the simple.

Common English Bible

¹³⁰ Access to your words gives light, giving simple folk understanding.

Psalm 119:130 Cross References

Psalm 119:105

Thy word is to my feet a lamp, and to my path a light.

Psalm 119:34

Give understanding unto me, so keep thy law shall I; Yea, ev'n with my whole heart I shall observe it carefully.

Psalm 19:7

God's law is perfect, and converts the soul in sin that lies: God's testimony is most sure, and makes the simple wise.

Psalm 19:8

The statutes of the Lord are right, and do rejoice the heart: The Lord's command is pure, and doth light to the eyes impart.