857 B
857 B
GIMEL
This is the name of the third letter of the Hebrew alphabet. In the Hebrew language, each line of verses 17-24 begins with this letter.
your servant
The writer called himself "your servant" to show his humility.
Open my eyes so that I may see
The author speaks of gaining understanding, knowledge and wisdom as being able to see. AT: Help me to understand" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor)
marvelous things in your law
The author speaks of insight into the law as objects to marvel at. (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor)
in your law
"in your instructions" or "in your commands"