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He is anxious to give advice to young men, which is naturally the part of one somewhat advanced in life. By taking heed thereto, according to thy Word. This is the answer to the question raised in clause 1. By looking to God's Word, and guiding himself thereby, the young man may "cleanse his way" - not otherwise.
9 How can a young man keep his way pure? By guarding it according to your word. 10 With my whole heart I seek you; let me not wander from your commandments! 11 I have stored up your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you. 12 Blessed are you, O Lord; teach me your statutes! 13 With my lips I declare
Psalm 119:9 is not simply beautiful poetry but the inspired testimony of a man who knew his deep need of cleansing and who also knew how that need could be met. This great question contains: (1) an admission of need; (2) a confession of desire; (3) a suggestion of urgency.
Psalm 119:9-11. English Standard Version. Beth. 9 How can a young man keep his way pure? By guarding it according to your word. 10 With my whole heart I seek you; let me not wander from your commandments! 11 I have stored up your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you. Read full chapter. Psalm 118. Psalm 120.
Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word.
How can a young man keep his way pure? By guarding it according to your word. American Standard Version. BETH. Wherewith shall a young man cleanse his way? By taking heed thereto according to thy word.
How can a young man keep his way pure? By guarding it according to Your word. Douay-Rheims Bible. [BETH] By what doth a young man correct his way? by observing thy words. English Revised Version. BETH. Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word. King James Bible. BETH.