Psalms 119:98-100
What is written? (ESV)
Your commandment makes me wiser than my enemies, for it is ever with me. I have more understanding than all my teachers, for your testimonies are my meditation. I understand more than the aged, for I keep your precepts.
What does it say?
Your (God’s) commandment makes me wiser than any opposed to me and they are always with me. I have more understanding than all my teachers because I meditate on your testimonies, and more than the aged because I keep your precepts.
What is its immediate context?
A great Psalm (119) dedicated to the merit and beauty of God’s word.
How Psalms 119:98-100 is applied across Bible answers
Does Bible interpretation require special training?
The psalmist makes clear the precedent of God's word over other "teachers" and "the aged" (e.g. experienced or "wise" of this world).
