Psalms 119:123

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

كَلَّتْ عَيْنَايَ مِنِ انتِظَارِ خَلَاصِكَ وَانتِظَارِ وَعدِكَ البَارِّ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse is from a psalm where the speaker is expressing deep longing for God's salvation and the fulfillment of His promises. They are so eager that it feels like their eyes are about to fail from waiting and hoping.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're waiting for a really special gift that you know is coming, but you don't know when. You keep watching and watching, hoping it will arrive soon. That's how this person feels about God's help.

Historical Background

Psalm 119 is one of the acrostic psalms, written by King David, who used it to express his deep love for God's laws and his longing for God's presence and help. This particular verse reflects the speaker's intense desire for God’s salvation and righteousness.

Living It Out Today

A modern example could be a family waiting for a long-overdue legal decision that will change their lives. They check the mail daily, their eyes straining, hoping for the day when their salvation comes.

Topics

• hope
• salvation
• righteousness
• expectation
• faith
• longing

Related Verses

• Isaiah 33:2
• Habakkuk 2:3
• Romans 8:24
• 2 Peter 3:12
• Luke 18:7

Frequently Asked Questions

Who wrote Psalm 119?

While the author is not explicitly named, tradition attributes Psalm 119 to King David, who was known for his deep devotion to God and His laws.

What does 'eyes fail' mean in this context?

Eyes failing here means that the person is so eager and hopeful that they feel their eyes are about to fail from constantly looking out for God's salvation.

How can this verse help in times of waiting?

This verse can remind us to hold onto hope and faith during long waits, just as the speaker in the psalm is doing, and it can encourage us to keep looking forward to God's salvation.

What are some cross-references for Psalm 119:123?

You can find similar themes in Isaiah 33:2, Habakkuk 2:3, Romans 8:24, 2 Peter 3:12, and Luke 18:7, which also talk about waiting and hoping for God's deliverance.