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Psalm 119:161-163
New Catholic Bible
Psalm 119:161-163
New Catholic Bible
161 [a]The powerful persecute me without cause,
but it is your word that awes my heart.[b]
162 I rejoice in your word
like one who discovers a great treasure.
163 Falsehood I abhor and detest,
but I love your law.
Footnotes
- Psalm 119:161 Despite the continuation of his adversity, the psalmist rejoices in the promise of the Lord, praising him many times a day for his righteous laws. The godly have peace, for they know that the Lord in his righteousness will vindicate them. While waiting for the great day of salvation, the psalmist keeps his hope alive and follows God’s commands.
- Psalm 119:161 Heart: see note on Ps 4:8.
