What does Psalm 119:61 mean?

Psalm 119:61 highlights themes such as persecution, law, faithfulness when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 119:61 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

The bands of the wicked have robbed me: but I have not forgotten thy law.

59I thought on my ways, and turned my feet unto thy testimonies.

60I made haste, and delayed not to keep thy commandments.

61The bands of the wicked have robbed me: but I have not forgotten thy law.

62At midnight I will rise to give thanks unto thee because of thy righteous judgments.

63I am a companion of all them that fear thee, and of them that keep thy precepts.

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2 Timothy 3:12
Both verses acknowledge that the righteous will face opposition.
Psalm 119:86
Both verses affirm the psalmist's commitment to God's law despite challenges.
Matthew 5:10
Both verses highlight the blessedness of those who are persecuted for righteousness.