Tehillim 119: Verses of Tav

Our Sages viewed the final letter of the Hebrew alphabet as iconic of truth, and of those who seek it. The Psalmist prays for greater closeness to G-d. Sincerely yearning for greater understanding, he pleads for the profoundest spiritual fulfillment. Learning the verses for the letter Taf, verse 169 of Psalm 119.

The Psalmist overflows like a fountain with songful praise for when he can discover Torah’s deeper meaning. His tongue proclaims Hashem’s word as he seeks to speak aloud—sharing and teaching wisdom to all who will listen. Learning the verses for the letter Taf, verse 171 of Psalm 119.

Pleading for a helping hand, the Psalmist revels in his freedom to choose. Spurning the pleasures of flesh, he longs for the spiritual delight in Divine discovery. This lust of soul can be a powerful source of strength for all. Learn how! Learning the verses for the letter Taf, verses 173-175 of Psalm 119.

In exile, we are like a lost lamb, longing for our Shepherd, who is G-d, to seek us out. This concluding class of the longest Psalm tells the tale of spiritual search and rescue in the drama of straying souls finding their way back home! Learning the last verse for the letter Taf, verse 176 of Psalm 119.