¶ I have remembered thy name, O LORD, in the night, and have kept thy law.
I have remembered {H2142} thy name {H8034}, O LORD {H3068}, in the night {H3915}, and have kept {H8104} thy law {H8451}.
I remember your name, ADONAI, at night; and I observe your Torah.
In the night, O LORD, I remember Your name, that I may keep Your law.
I have remembered thy name, O Jehovah, in the night, And have observed thy law.
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Psalms 63:6
When I remember thee upon my bed, [and] meditate on thee in the [night] watches. -
Psalms 42:8
[Yet] the LORD will command his lovingkindness in the daytime, and in the night his song [shall be] with me, [and] my prayer unto the God of my life. -
Isaiah 26:9
With my soul have I desired thee in the night; yea, with my spirit within me will I seek thee early: for when thy judgments [are] in the earth, the inhabitants of the world will learn righteousness. -
Psalms 139:18
[If] I should count them, they are more in number than the sand: when I awake, I am still with thee. -
Acts 16:25
¶ And at midnight Paul and Silas prayed, and sang praises unto God: and the prisoners heard them. -
Job 35:9
¶ By reason of the multitude of oppressions they make [the oppressed] to cry: they cry out by reason of the arm of the mighty. -
Job 35:10
But none saith, Where [is] God my maker, who giveth songs in the night;
Context of Psalms 119:55
Psalm 119 is the longest chapter in the Bible, a magnificent acrostic poem systematically celebrating the divine revelation—God's law, statutes, precepts, commandments, testimonies, judgments, and word. Each of its 22 sections, corresponding to the letters of the Hebrew alphabet, contains eight verses, all focused on the profound value and transformative power of God's instruction. Verse 55 falls within the 'Zayin' section (verses 49-56), where the psalmist often expresses his hope, comfort, and steadfastness in God's promises, even amidst affliction. The psalmist speaks from a deeply personal place of devotion, finding solace and guidance in God's unchanging truth.
Key Themes and Messages
Linguistic Insights
The Hebrew word for "name" (shem) in this context is much more than a mere label; it encompasses God's entire character, reputation, authority, and revealed nature. To "remember His name" means to recall His mighty deeds, His faithfulness, and His attributes as revealed through His actions and words throughout history. The phrase "in the night" (balaylah) often signifies a time of quiet contemplation and reflection, but it can also metaphorically denote periods of difficulty, trial, or spiritual darkness, underscoring the psalmist's unwavering focus on God even in challenging circumstances.
Practical Application
Psalm 119:55 offers profound insights for believers seeking a deeper walk with God today: