Psalm 119:116
“Uphold me according unto thy word, that I may live: and let me not be ashamed of my hope.”
KJV
Read in Psalm 119Meaning
Samekh (vv.113–120) turns dependence into a direct prayer for sustaining life and hope.
Samekh
Undivided love for God's law seeks refuge and safety while taking divine judgment seriously.
Read carefully
The prayer concerns sustaining hope in God, not guaranteeing every personal expectation.
Reflection
Bring fragile hope to God and build practical supports rather than relying on willpower alone.