Psalms 119:113-115 - Joseph Benson’s Commentary on the Old and New Testaments

Bible Comments

SAMECH.

Psalms 119:113. I hate vain thoughts Or, wild imaginations, as some render סעפים, a word which signifies the shootings, or branchings of the mind; namely, all wild, roving fancies, in opposition to the truth and solidity of God's word. Thou art my hiding-place See on Psalms 32:7. Depart from me, ye evil-doers I will have no society, friendship, or conversation with you; for I will keep the commandments of my God

Which your evil counsel or example might hinder me from keeping.

Psalms 119:113-115

113 SAMECH. I hate vain thoughts: but thy law do I love.

114 Thou art my hiding place and my shield: I hope in thy word.

115 Depart from me, ye evildoers: for I will keep the commandments of my God.