"Forever, O LORD, thy word is settled in heaven." (Psalm 119:89)

Most who read the Bible regularly are probably familiar with these sweeping statements from the Scriptures.

The difference between the almost right word and the right word is really a large matter—’tis the difference between the lightning-bug and the lightning. — Mark Twain¹

"My soul fainteth for thy salvation: but I hope in thy word. Mine eyes fail for thy word, saying, When wilt thou comfort me?" (Psalm 119:81-82)

"Thy hands have made me and fashioned me: give me understanding, that I may learn thy commandments." (Psalm 119:73)