Psa 119:129-136 | JFB | STEP | 129. wonderful-- literally, "wonders," that is, of moral excellence.

‏ Psalms 119:129-136

129. wonderful--literally, "wonders," that is, of moral excellence.

130. The entrance--literally, "opening"; God's words, as an open door, let in light, or knowledge. Rather, as Hengstenberg explains it, "The opening up," or, "explanation of thy word." To the natural man the doors of God's Word are shut. Lu 24:27, 31; Ac 17:3; Ep 1:18, confirm this view, "opening (that is, explaining) and alleging," &c.

unto the simple--those needing or desiring it (compare Psa 19:7).

131-135. An ardent desire (compare Psa 56:1, 2) for spiritual enlightening, establishment in a right course, deliverance from the wicked, and evidence of God's favor is expressed

I opened my mouth, and panted--as a traveller in a hot desert pants for the cooling breeze (Psa 63:1; 84:2).

136. Zealous himself to keep God's law, he is deeply afflicted when others violate it (compare Psa 119:53). Literally, "Mine eyes come down (dissolved) like water brooks" (La 3:48; Jr 9:1).

because, &c.--(Compare Eze 9:4; Jr 13:17).

TZADDI. (Psa 119:137-144).