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Dear Jane

Those are the letters of the ancient Jewish alphabet. Aleph is the respective of the Greek letter Alpha (English A), Beth of Betta (English B) and so on. They were used instead of numbers. So Aleph is 1, Beth 2 and so on

GBU

I noticed in the book of Psalms that there are headers of unfamiliar words. What are the meanings??? Example: psalms 119 starts with the header ALEPH

Hi Veronica. Psalm 119 is an interesting wisdom Psalm that concerns the Law of the Lord & the Psalmist's application of it. If you've read right through the Psalm, you will have noticed that not only that this Psalm is divided into a series of eight stanzas each one beginning with a successive letter of the Hebrew alphabet, but also that each verse in the Psalm contains one or more of the following words: Law, Commandments, Way, Testimonies, Precepts, Judgements, Statutes, Ordinances, & Word.

Each of those words have a special meaning & application to what the Psalmist deals with. But to the verse in question ( Psalm 119:175), the Psalmist mentions the word, 'judgements'. Some loosely understand this to be 'ordinances', but since this word appears elsewhere, then 'judgements' must have a specific meaning, different to 'ordinances'. Looking at the Hebrew, 'mishpat', it shows it as 'a binding law - a judicial decision' (e.g. as in Psalm 119:7).

So in this verse, the Psalmist is asking God for long life, during which time his praises will ever be lifted up to Him. However, in the second part of the verse ("and let thy judgements help me"), the Psalmist doesn't give us anymore information. So we might be free to assume that the Psalmist was under some pressure (?) from his enemies, & in his physical & mental turmoil, he sought God's 'judgements' (the Laws which God created & by which He metes out justice), to be applied against them. The Psalmist knew that unless God moved on his behalf, all hope would be lost. It's almost as if the Psalmist was seeking God's Help to survive this ordeal, so that his remaining days on Earth will be filled with praise to Him.

To me, it sounds like we are in that time now! Please explain, we must see the difference where we are otherwise it is hopeless and read. In peace "Richard H Priday" u wrote:

David himself apparently will co-reign on earth with Christ someday and us as kings and priests ( Jeremiah 30:9

; Rev. 1:6

and others). Then; our real enemy; Satan will be confined; and eventually death itself will be abolished according to 1 Corinthians 15:55

and also mentioned in Hosea.

I can imagine today that we have this authority in Jesus' Holy Name.

God bless u and yours in Jesus name. Luke chapter 9 and 10

When Christ described the Holy Spirit it was said to do remind us of 3 things; sin; righteousness and JUDGMENT. ( John 16:8-11). When we look to the meek such as Moses and the humble such as David; we observe a man who spoke with God "face to face" ( Exodus 33:11). David was a man "after God's own heart"( 1 Sam. 13:14; etal). Moses made the mistake of trying to enact justice himself when he killed the man who was beating a fellow Israelite; and had to wait another 40 years to be used by God for the purposes intended in His plan from the beginning to deliver His people from bondage. David mourned Saul's death of "God's anointed" ( 1 Chron. 16:22). Despite this; he had many "impreccatory" prayers in Psalms indicating his hatred for evil; and asking for judgment to take place on the wicked.

In these passages; we see the principles also in the New Testament; that the "meek shall inherit the earth." ( Matthew 5:5). We must remember that God also promises that according to Malachi 4:3 His people will "tread down the ashes of the wicked." His saints also will rule with a rod of iron according to Rev. 2:26-27; and other verses in Psalms (which I can't find at present).

There is a risk of going to either extreme as will all other scriptures; where we become either too "lovey dovey" in approaching God and only quoting verses that sound nice; or of course always preaching about judgment. The truth is; God is both a God of vengeance and a God of mercy and grace. Yes; He will tread the winepress alone ( Isaiah 63:3); but there are special places of authority for His children in the Kingdom of God "ruling over cities" for instance in Luke 19. David himself apparently will co-reign on earth with Christ someday and us as kings and priests ( Jeremiah 30:9; Rev. 1:6 and others). Then; our real enemy; Satan will be confined; and eventually death itself will be abolished according to 1 Corinthians 15:55 and also mentioned in Hosea.

Search the scriptures. Agape.. Rich P.

Psalm 119:175 Let my soul live, and it shall praise thee; and let thy judgments help me.

Believers have hearts to thank God for life and praise Him for all His goodness, and we pray for His help and guidance daily.

To the Body of Christ, I would love it if you would expound upon Psalm 119:175 and what it means.

Psalms 139, Isaiah 41:10,

Psalms 130:4, Colossians 1:14, Ephesians 1:7, Acts 26:18, Luke 7:47,48, Psalms 32:1, Acts 8:22, Psalms 85:2,

Ephesians 4:26,

Proverbs 11:3,

Psalms 119:16, Hebrews 2:18, James 1:12, 1Corinthians 10:13,

Hopefully these are helpful

Psalms 119:99, Isaiah 43:27, 1Timothy 1:7, 2Peter 2:1,

2Timothy 2:1-5, Psalms 102:12, 2Thessalonians 1:4,

Hopefully these are helpful

My I suggested reflecting on Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalms 51:10 and Psalms 119:71.

Please God give Valerie the spiritual clarity she seeks and I ask Holy Spirit enrich her with your spiritual gifts that she will come to have a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ and be a living testimony for Your glory I ask in Christ Jesus

I've also heard LeBleu water company found early treatment for cancers using Grapes Seeds from Israel. I met with them years ago, the founder told me in a Petri dish it actually eats away the cancers. Today it's sold only as "health food Muscadine supplement" . Why ?

2 Thessalonians 2:12, Ephesians 4:25, Psalms 119:30, Psalms 85:10-11, Ephesians 6:14, Ephesians 6:12,

1 Corinthians 4:5, Luke 8:17, Mark 4:22,

* Luke 12:1-7,

Hopefully these scriptures are helpful to encourage & strengthen.

An instruction showcases your prison or your purity.

-prophet joshua holmes

The Spirit has Hidden Himself in Someone that is currently in Your Life.

As You bring Pleasure to Them...

You are Bringing Pleasure to the LORD GOD.

-Prophet Joshua Holmes

Hopefully no one is condemning anyone. John 3:18, that debate may be the question, is it out of disbelief? A deeper, individual question for oneself. Titus 3:9-11, James 5:9-10, 1 Corinthians 11:28-32

1st I think you are incorrect about "government requirement" of all "those vaccinations" that's why there's still debates. I believe in some states they are not required. Even where they are there are debates of rights as parents & individual choices. * not a GOD Law.

2nd Importantly if vaccination is effective; (I agree most have been)= then the hatered, animosity, & anger about freedoms shouldn't exist! Because if effective then those vaccinated have no fear, only non-vaxers would have threats in society. This is a freedom & liberty argument. Jeremiah 34:15-18, Psalms 119:45-46,

3rd If "boomers" could say 'choice' when it came to killing millions in my generation through abortion, then my generation has choices too. Isn't that the real questions? Galatians 5:11-14,

4th The HOLY Spirit is Amazing!!! just this morning I was reminded how painful & difficult, chicken pox were, I contracted maybe 3 times, before 8 yr of age. contracted German measles in hospital at birth. I am grateful my children through vaccination didn't contract. I believe I was reminded because I would be responding to you. Thank you LORD GOD ALMIGHTY :) John 14:26,

5th I believed in the power of vaccinations, I was vaccinated & oldest child. I encountered studies about Autism connected to vaccination. I heard parents' arguments about anti-vax & evidence. I had next infant fuly vaccinated, didn't seem to effect us. My youngest was born & early on had several 'markers for Autism' the evidence in studies pointed to somes inability to absorb metals like Mercury & Lead in bloodstream - I had worked in Lab several years with many Chemicals, including Lead, Mercury. I was also MSDS Supervisor. Knowledge of reproductive system risks, I had to make the moral 'choice' not to vaccinate, at that time.

Hello Jane Psalm 119 is remarkable because every verse mentions Gods precepts is a charge to do Gods word,

then you have commandments ,statutes, laws, judgements,testimony, and so forth.

definition of precepts.

Very powerful words that touched my heart and I needed to read it at all times to remind Me how GREAT IS MY GOD. IN JESUS CHRIST AMEN

Psalm 119 v 89,90

For ever , O Lord , thy word is settled in heaven .

Thy faithfulness is unto all generations: thou hast established the earth , and it abideth.

Rest assured God is in full control and there is Zero need to save the earth . God has given his word on it . The problem is many do not know the truth of the word of God and are confused about many things .

God gives understanding to the humble and poor , and hides it from the proud . Humble thy self before God and he shall lift you up in many ways ! Amen

Thank you, brother S Spencer,

Light and darkness are not two halves that co-exist and are mutually beneficial. Darkness is fully dependent on the absence of light, as in the beginning, and there is no life in darkness. Light can never be defined as the absence of darkness; light will continue to be light regardless of the amount of darkness. There is no fellowship with light with darkness. Our lack of knowledge, understanding, being blind or deaf to the Holy Spirit can lead to unrighteousness and sin which lies in darkness.

Proverbs 4:18-19 But the path of the just is as the shining light, that shineth more and more unto the perfect day. 19 The way of the wicked is as darkness: they know not at what they stumble.

Psalms 119:105 Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.

Truth can only be seen in the light, and this light is life, eternal life, may it shine brightly on our path, the only path and road to travel, and His word is our lamp and at the end of this path, we will see this light face to face. Can we even imagine what that will be like?

God bless and have a wonderful day.

RLW

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Yours sincerely, Obi, 12 years old

Amen.

There are exactly 8 verses between each stanza. 22 x 8 = 176

Verse 32-We must keep obeying God's commandments and we can do so because God gives us the confidence or courage if we rely on him.

Verse 176-the psalmist strayed like a lost sheep. This may have been written by young prince Hezekiah. He poured out his heart and Jehovah God responded.

Thanks Mishael for the invite! Dianne has got this one & shared exactly what I understand as well. It's interesting that this wisdom Psalm concerning the Law of the Lord is an alphabetic acrostic with each stanza containing eight verses only - and of course, devoted to the successive letters of the Hebrew alphabet, as Dianne has pointed out.

I don't see any other criteria that divides this Psalm into its stanzas, as their content is varied, but all focussing back on God's Word (in its different forms & applications), and of course, using that Word to live wisely before God & man.

I'm sure Chris will respond to your question; so hang in there.

Carl Just two points of interest but there are many every section of psalm 119 starts with a letter of the hebrew alphabet also every verse has a word about Gods word. Examples Law of the lord, commandment, precepts, statutes, judgements, testimonies and so on. Both of these would be remarkable studies in themselves, I have yet to go there. Always something to learn in Gods Word. God Bless

There are 176 verses in Psalm 119 and you could only ask one question and about what separates the sections of Psalm 119??

Come on! it is the longest chapter in the Bible!!

Hi Norman,

I believe that suggestion is a insult to our Lord,

The creation shows his Glory! God spoke this universe into existence! God made these vessels of clay live! God has no beginning or ending, Knows our thoughts, Stands outside of time looking in!!

GOD IS OMNISCIENT, "ALL KNOWING "

Isaiah 46:9-10. Remember the former things of old: for I am God, and there is none else; I am God, and there is none like me,

Declaring the end from the beginning, and from ancient times the things that are not yet done, saying, My counsel shall stand, and I will do all my pleasure:

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Psalms 94:8-9. Understand, ye brutish among the people: and ye fools, when will ye be wise?

He that planted the ear, shall he not hear? he that formed the eye, shall he not see?

Psalms 139:3-4. Thou compassest my path and my lying down, and art acquainted with all my ways.

For there is not a word in my tongue, but, lo, O LORD, thou knowest it altogether.

Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. Psalms 119:105,

WE DEPEND ON THE WORD FOR LIFE IN THIS WORLD AND THE WORLD TO COME!!

THERE'S NO FAITH WITHOUT THE WORLD AND NO SALVATION.

WITH THE WORD BEING SO PRECIOUS AND VITAL AND GOD BEING ALL WISE AND ALL KNOWING, WHY IS IT SO MANY PEOPLE DISCREDIT GOD BY SAYING HE CAN NOT PRESERVE HIS WORD!!

And little created man can out smart God by scrambling the inspired scripture and derail his plan for salvation. That thought is disrespectful.

God bless.

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ZAIN, what does it mean. Term found in Psalms 119: 49.