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    Psalms 111 (KJV)

    Read Psalms chapter 111 in the King James Version of the Holy Bible.

    Psalms 111

    Deep Verse Commentaries in This Chapter

    Psalm 111:10

    "The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: a good unde…"

    Psalm 111:8

    "They stand fast for ever and ever, and are done in truth and…"

    Psalm 111:9

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    Word Meaning

    Praise (תְּהִלָּה (Tehillah) / αἶνος (Ainos))

    Joyful declaration of God's greatness, character, and mighty works

    Psalms 111 Summary

    Psalm 111 is an acrostic praise psalm where each line begins with the next letter of the Hebrew alphabet. It celebrates God's works as great, glorious, and memorable—especially His provision and covenant faithfulness.

    The psalm culminates in the famous declaration that 'the fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom,' connecting worship of God with practical understanding for daily life.

    Key Themes

    Acrostic praiseGod's great worksCovenant faithfulnessFear of the Lord as wisdom

    Key Verses in Psalms 111

    "The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow his precepts have good understanding."

    — Psalms 111:10

    One of Scripture's most foundational wisdom statements, linking reverence for God with true understanding.

    Life Application

    True wisdom doesn't begin with education or experience—it begins with reverence for God. Every other form of knowledge is built on this foundation.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What does 'fear of the Lord' mean?

    Not terror, but deep reverence, awe, and respect for God that shapes how we live, make decisions, and relate to others.

    Psalm 111 Commentary & Reflection

    Praise
    Reverent, instructive

    Best read for: Studying wisdom, seeking understanding

    Overview of Psalm 111: The Beginning of Wisdom

    Psalm 111 is an acrostic of praise celebrating God's works — great, honorable, righteous, and remembered forever. He provides food, remembers His covenant, and gives the heritage of the nations. His works are truth and judgment, performed in faithfulness. The psalm climaxes with: 'The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom.' His praise endures forever.

    Key Themes

    Wisdom
    God's Works
    Covenant
    Fear of God

    Key Verses to Remember

    “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: a good understanding have all they that do his commandments: his praise endureth for ever.”
    — Psalm 111:10 (KJV)
    “The works of the LORD are great, sought out of all them that have pleasure therein.”
    — Psalm 111:2 (KJV)

    Reflection

    Wisdom doesn't begin with intelligence or experience — it begins with fearing God. Reverence for God is the foundation upon which all true understanding is built.

    Historical Context

    An acrostic praise psalm (each line begins with a successive Hebrew letter) celebrating God's works. 'The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom' closes the psalm with what scholars call the motto of Israel's entire wisdom tradition—the foundation on which all true knowledge is built.

    How to Apply Psalm 111 Today

    Wisdom doesn't begin with education, experience, or intelligence—it begins with reverent awe before God. Before making your next major decision, pause and ask: 'Am I approaching this with the fear of the Lord?' All the information in the world is useless without this starting point.

    A Prayer from Psalm 111

    Praise the Lord! I will praise the Lord with my whole heart. The works of the Lord are great, studied by all who have pleasure in them. He has sent redemption to His people; He has commanded His covenant forever. Holy and awesome is His name. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. His praise endures forever. Amen.

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