Psalms 19:3
“There is no speech nor language, where their voice is not heard.”
Psalms 19:3 in 8 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- There is no speech nor language, where their voice is not heard.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- There are no speeches nor languages, where their voices are not heard.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- There is no speech nor language; Their voice is not heard.
- DARBYDarby
- There is no speech and there are no words, yet their voice is heard.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- There is no speech nor language, where their voice is not heard.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- There is no speech, and there are no words. Their voice hath not been heard.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- There is no speech nor language, where their voice is not heard.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- There is no speech nor language, where their voice is not heard.
Context: Psalms 19
1{To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David.} The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork.
2Day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night sheweth knowledge.
3There is no speech nor language, where their voice is not heard.
4Their line is gone out through all the earth, and their words to the end of the world. In them hath he set a tabernacle for the sun,
5Which is as a bridegroom coming out of his chamber, and rejoiceth as a strong man to run a race.
About Psalms 19: The Glory of God in Creation and Law
Psalm 19 is a beautiful declaration of the glory of God in both creation and the law. It begins with a majestic description of the heavens, which declare the glory of God without words. The psalm then turns to an exaltation of God's law, which is perfect, sure, right, and true. The psalmist recognizes the life-giving properties of adherence to God's law, and concludes with a prayer that his words and thoughts would be pleasing to God.
Commentary
Psalm 19 is a wonderful example of the biblical theme of general and special revelation. The heavens and the created order demonstrate the attributes of God and his power, but they do not reveal the fullness of his character or the way of salvation. The law of God provides this special revelation, showing us our need for a Savior and pointing us to Christ. The psalmist's desire for obedience to God's law reflects the ultimate goal of the Christian life, which is to glorify God in all we do and say. May we also be inspired by this psalm to celebrate God's glory in all of creation and to seek his will through his perfect Word.