Psalms 119:74

74 Those who fear you will see me and rejoice, because my hope is based on your word.

Psalms 119:74 Meaning and Commentary

Psalms 119:74

They that fear thee will be glad when they see me
In outward prosperity, delivered from all troubles, set on the throne of Israel, and at rest from all enemies round about: and in spiritual prosperity, being illuminated by the Spirit of God, having a spiritual understanding of divine things, an obedience of faith to the commands of God, in the lively exercise of grace upon him, in comfortable frames of soul, and flourishing circumstances. Now they that fear the Lord, that have the grace of fear in their hearts, and are true worshippers of God, as they delight to meet together, and are glad to see one another; so they rejoice in each other's prosperity, especially spiritual; see ( Psalms 34:1-3 ) ;

because I have hoped in thy Word;
in Christ the essential Word, the hope of Israel; in the written word, which gives encouragement to hope; in the word of promise, on which he was caused to hope; and in which hope he was confirmed, and not disappointed, and so it made him not ashamed: and others rejoiced at it, because it was an encouragement to their faith and hope likewise.

Psalms 119:74 In-Context

72 The teachings [that come] from your mouth are worth more to me than thousands in gold or silver.

73 Your hands created me and made me what I am. Help me understand so that I may learn your commandments.

74 Those who fear you will see me and rejoice, because my hope is based on your word.

75 I know that your regulations are fair, O LORD, and that you were right to make me suffer.

76 Let your mercy comfort me as you promised.