Psalms 93:5
Thy testimonies are very sure: holiness becometh thine house, O LORD, for ever.
Original Language Analysis
נֶאֶמְנ֬וּ
sure
H539
נֶאֶמְנ֬וּ
sure
Strong's:
H539
Word #:
2 of 9
properly, to build up or support; to foster as a parent or nurse; figuratively to render (or be) firm or faithful, to trust or believe, to be permanen
מְאֹ֗ד
are very
H3966
מְאֹ֗ד
are very
Strong's:
H3966
Word #:
3 of 9
properly, vehemence, i.e., (with or without preposition) vehemently; by implication, wholly, speedily, etc. (often with other words as an intensive or
לְבֵיתְךָ֥
thine house
H1004
לְבֵיתְךָ֥
thine house
Strong's:
H1004
Word #:
4 of 9
a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)
נַאֲוָה
becometh
H4998
נַאֲוָה
becometh
Strong's:
H4998
Word #:
5 of 9
properly, to be at home, i.e., (by implication) to be pleasant (or suitable), i.e., beautiful
Cross References
Psalms 119:129Thy testimonies are wonderful: therefore doth my soul keep them.Psalms 119:111Thy testimonies have I taken as an heritage for ever: for they are the rejoicing of my heart.Psalms 29:2Give unto the LORD the glory due unto his name; worship the LORD in the beauty of holiness.Psalms 119:138Thy testimonies that thou hast commanded are righteous and very faithful.Leviticus 19:2Speak unto all the congregation of the children of Israel, and say unto them, Ye shall be holy: for I the LORD your God am holy.Hebrews 12:14Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord:Isaiah 8:20To the law and to the testimony: if they speak not according to this word, it is because there is no light in them.Psalms 99:5Exalt ye the LORD our God, and worship at his footstool; for he is holy.Psalms 99:9Exalt the LORD our God, and worship at his holy hill; for the LORD our God is holy.Psalms 119:144The righteousness of thy testimonies is everlasting: give me understanding, and I shall live.
Historical Context
The temple in Jerusalem was to be marked by holiness, distinguishing Israel's worship from pagan practices. This holiness wasn't merely ritual but ethical, reflecting God's character.
Questions for Reflection
- How does the complete reliability of God's testimonies shape your approach to Scripture?
- In what ways should your life as God's 'house' (temple of the Holy Spirit) reflect His holiness?
Analysis & Commentary
God's testimonies being 'very sure' (ne'emanu—faithful, reliable, established) connects His word to His character. 'Holiness becometh thine house' (na'avah—is fitting, beautiful) indicates that God's dwelling must reflect His character. The phrase 'for ever' (le'orek yamim—literally 'length of days') emphasizes permanence. This verse establishes the ethical implications of God's reign: His trustworthy word demands obedience, and His holy nature requires that His people pursue holiness. Theology leads to ethics.