Question

In Psalm 19, the psalmist writes that the "judgments of the Lord" are more to be desired than gold and sweeter than honey.

Why does he make this comparison?

A.
to explain that he has studied the scriptures carefully

B.
to list the values that are important to society

C.
to show that the judgments are bright like the sun that rises each day

D.
to suggest that the judgments are valuable by comparing them to valuable items

Answer 1

Answer: D When something is more desired than gold, that does imply that it is of more value. And then when it is sweeter than honey, it is something that is good. In this verse, the author is stating that God's judgements are good. And as God is the Creator, He will know exactly how to be a just judge and a perfect judge. Thus emphasizing that in this passage the judgements are valuable and good.

Answer 2

The answer is D. The psalmist compared the Lord’s judgments to things that are considered valuable like gold and honey. This is done because the Lord’s judgment is indeed of great value and should be seen and to be taken seriously.