Psalm 119:105-112
Psalm 119:
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God does not send us out alone. If we rely solely on ourselves in this life, we will do nothing but stumble and fall, unable to see where we are going. And yet God's light is not always like the sun in a cloud-free sky. This psalm describes God's word as a "lamp" and a "light to my path." A lamp provides some illumination, but will not show you everything at once in a darkened room or seemingly starless night.
God does not promise us a clear path or complete knowledge of the future, but God does accompany us always, lighting the way as we encounter all of life's mysteries. Take comfort not in certainty but in God's light and presence amidst all of the surprises, hills and valleys along your path.
Holy one, help us to see your light in our lives and to trust in your presence no matter where we may go. Amen.
Katelyn Rakotoarivelo, '17
St. Paul, Minn.
Psalm 119:נ (Nun) 105 Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.
נ (Nun)
105 Your word is a lamp for my foot
and light on my path.
106 I have sworn an oath and confirmed it,
that I will observe your righteous rulings.
107 I am very much distressed;
Adonai, give me life, in keeping with your word.
108 Please accept my mouth’s voluntary offerings, Adonai;
and teach me your rulings.
109 I am continually taking my life in my hands,
yet I haven’t forgotten your Torah.
110 The wicked have set a trap for me,
yet I haven’t strayed from your precepts.
111 I take your instruction as a permanent heritage,
because it is the joy of my heart.
112 I have resolved to obey your laws
forever, at every step.
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God does not send us out alone. If we rely solely on ourselves in this life, we will do nothing but stumble and fall, unable to see where we are going. And yet God's light is not always like the sun in a cloud-free sky. This psalm describes God's word as a "lamp" and a "light to my path." A lamp provides some illumination, but will not show you everything at once in a darkened room or seemingly starless night.
God does not promise us a clear path or complete knowledge of the future, but God does accompany us always, lighting the way as we encounter all of life's mysteries. Take comfort not in certainty but in God's light and presence amidst all of the surprises, hills and valleys along your path.
Holy one, help us to see your light in our lives and to trust in your presence no matter where we may go. Amen.
Katelyn Rakotoarivelo, '17
St. Paul, Minn.
Psalm 119:נ (Nun) 105 Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.
106 I have sworn an oath and confirmed it, to observe your righteous ordinances.
107 I am severely afflicted; give me life, O Lord, according to your word.
108 Accept my offerings of praise, O Lord, and teach me your ordinances.
109 I hold my life in my hand continually, but I do not forget your law.
110 The wicked have laid a snare for me, but I do not stray from your precepts.
111 Your decrees are my heritage forever; they are the joy of my heart.
112 I incline my heart to perform your statutes forever, to the end.
[New Revised Standard Version]
107 I am severely afflicted; give me life, O Lord, according to your word.
108 Accept my offerings of praise, O Lord, and teach me your ordinances.
109 I hold my life in my hand continually, but I do not forget your law.
110 The wicked have laid a snare for me, but I do not stray from your precepts.
111 Your decrees are my heritage forever; they are the joy of my heart.
112 I incline my heart to perform your statutes forever, to the end.
[New Revised Standard Version]
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