Holy Scripture

Psalms 16:6

A church father on this verse
“If the line is measured, how is it written the Gospel of John: "For God gives the Spirit without measure" and "I will pour out my spirit on you." Perhaps by chance it is called "measure" not in terms of knowledge itself but on account of him who receives it, because its receptivity cannot be greater. The rain itself a…”
Evagrius Ponticus, 4th c. — NOTES ON THE PSALMS 15[16].6

Source: Septuagint

Original

6I have cried, for thou heardest me, O God: Incline thine ear to me, and hearken to my words.

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4As for the works of men, by the words of thy lips I have guarded myself from hard ways.

5Direct my steps in thy paths, That my steps slip not.

— Psalms 16:6 —

7Show the marvels of thy mercies, Thou that savest them that hope in thee.

8Keep me as the apple of the eye From those that resist thy right hand: Thou shalt screen me by the covering of thy wings,

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