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Psalms 119:105 — Bible Verse Meaning & Context

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Read in chapter context · Psalms 119

Both translations, side by side

WEB · World English Bible

"Your word is a lamp to my feet, and a light for my path."

KJV · King James Version

"NUN. Thy word1697 is a lamp5216 unto my feet7272, and a light216 unto my path5410. lamp: or, candle"

How the translations differ: The WEB is a modern public-domain revision of the 1901 ASV; the KJV dates to 1611. The KJV uses nun, thy, unto, candle, while the WEB renders these as your, for. Both translate the same underlying Greek or Hebrew text — the differences are stylistic, not theological.

In context

Psalms 119:105 in Psalms 119

A Bible verse rarely stands alone. Here is Psalms 119:105 read with the verses immediately before and after — the surrounding flow of Psalms 119. Read the full chapter →

v.103 How sweet are your promises to my taste, more than honey to my mouth!
v.104 Through your precepts, I get understanding; therefore I hate every false way. NUN
v.105 Your word is a lamp to my feet, and a light for my path.
v.106 I have sworn, and have confirmed it, that I will obey your righteous ordinances.
v.107 I am afflicted very much. Revive me, Yahweh, according to your word.

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About the Book of Psalms

Testament: Old Testament
Genre: Hebrew poetry
Author: David (73 psalms), Asaph, Sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, others
Date written: c. 1410–430 BC (compiled over a millennium)
Audience: All of Israel's worshipping community — and the church
Chapters: 150

The Psalms are 150 inspired songs and prayers covering every emotion the human heart knows — praise, lament, confession, thanksgiving, anger, longing. About half are attributed to David. The book is divided into five "books," each ending with a doxology. The Psalms shape Christian prayer more than any other Old Testament book and are quoted in the New Testament more than any other.

Setting: 150 sacred songs used in temple worship; the Bible's songbook.

Key themes: worship · lament · trust · kingship · thanksgiving

Read Psalms from the beginning →

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How to memorise Psalms 119:105

Psalms 119:105 contains 14 words in 2 clauses. Learn one clause at a time, then chain them. The first-letter mnemonic (FLM) under each clause is a memory hook — once you can speak the FLM from memory, the full clause follows.

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Your word is a lamp to my feet

YWIALT
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and a light for my path.

AALFMP

Frequently asked

FAQ about Psalms 119:105

What does Psalms 119:105 say?

Psalms 119:105 reads: "Your word is a lamp to my feet, and a light for my path." — from the Old Testament, Psalms (Hebrew poetry). The full verse is shown above with both the World English Bible (WEB) and King James Version (KJV) translations side by side.

What book of the Bible is Psalms 119:105 in?

Psalms 119:105 is in the book of Psalms, traditionally attributed to David (73 psalms), Asaph, Sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, others and written around c. 1410–430 BC (compiled over a millennium). Psalms is hebrew poetry in the Old Testament, originally addressed to All of Israel's worshipping community — and the church. Best known for Psalm 23 ("The LORD is my shepherd") and Psalm 51.

What is Psalms 119:105 about?

Psalms 119:105 is primarily a Bible verse about Wisdom. Within Psalms, The Psalms are 150 inspired songs and prayers covering every emotion the human heart knows — praise, lament, confession, thanksgiving, anger, longing. Read the full passage above with surrounding context.

What is the difference between Psalms 119:105 in WEB and KJV?

Psalms 119:105 in the World English Bible (WEB) reads: "Your word is a lamp to my feet, and a light for my path.". The King James Version (KJV) reads: "NUN. Thy word1697 is a lamp5216 unto my feet7272, and a light216 unto my path5410. lamp: or, candle". The WEB is a modern public-domain translation that updates the KJV's 1611 English while keeping a similar formal-equivalence style. Both render the same underlying Greek or Hebrew text.

How long is Psalms 119:105?

Psalms 119:105 is 14 words in the WEB translation (56 characters), broken into 2 clauses. It is short and well-suited to memorisation. Estimated reading time is about 4 seconds.

How can I memorise Psalms 119:105?

To memorise Psalms 119:105, split it into its 2 natural clauses and learn one at a time. Repeat the full verse out loud five times, then write it from memory. Saving the verse as a photo wallpaper using our verse image studio helps daily review — the visual association with a memorable background dramatically improves recall.

Why does Psalms 119:105 matter in Psalms?

How can I apply Psalms 119:105 today?

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