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Like a bridegroom it emerges[a] from its chamber;[b]
like a strong man it enjoys[c] running its course.[d]

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  1. Psalm 19:5 tn The participle expresses the repeated or regular nature of the action.
  2. Psalm 19:5 tn The Hebrew noun חֻפָּה (khufah, “chamber”) occurs elsewhere only in Isa 4:5 and Joel 2:16 (where it refers to the bedroom of a bride and groom).sn Like a bridegroom. The metaphor likens the sun to a bridegroom who rejoices on his wedding night.
  3. Psalm 19:5 tn The imperfect verbal form draws attention to the regularity of the action.
  4. Psalm 19:5 tn Heb “[on] a path.”sn Like a strong man. The metaphorical language reflects the brilliance of the sunrise, which attests to the sun’s vigor.