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Psalms 119:130

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The entrance of thy words giveth light; it giveth understanding unto the simple.
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  1. Psalms 119:105Rank 1 from verse 130
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    105Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.

  2. Proverbs 6:23Rank 2 from verse 130
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    23For the commandment is a lamp; and the law is light; and reproofs of instruction are the way of life:

  3. 2 Corinthians 4:6Rank 3 from verse 130
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    6For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.

  4. Acts 26:18Rank 4 from verse 130
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    18To open their eyes, and to turn them from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan unto God, that they may receive forgiveness of sins, and inheritance among them which are sanctified by faith that is in me.

  5. Psalms 19:7Rank 5 from verse 130
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    7The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple.

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Psalms 119:130

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entrance

A way or place of entering; the act, means, or opportunity of entering or coming in.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828 · KJV usage

APPROVED COMBINED MEANING

words

Spoken or written expressions; sayings, messages, commands, promises, or accounts.

Meaning drawn from: KJV usage · Webster 1828 · Strong 1890

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light

Visible brightness; something that gives illumination; not heavy; to kindle, illuminate, or come down upon, according to context.

Meaning drawn from: Webster 1828

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simple

Without guile; sincere or harmless; in other contexts, lacking wisdom or understanding.

Meaning drawn from: Skeat 1893

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129Thy testimonies are wonderful: therefore doth my soul keep them.

130The entrance of thy words giveth light; it giveth understanding unto the simple.

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131I opened my mouth, and panted: for I longed for thy commandments.

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