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Psalms 37:1 Cross-References
Explore 10 cross-references for Psalms 37:1 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 37 verse 1 to related passages throughout the Bible.
Fret Not Yourself Because of Evildoers
“A Psalm of David. Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity.”
Psalms 37:1 (KJV)
Commentary on Psalms 37:1
The imperative 'fret not' (Hebrew 'charah,' to burn with anger) opens this wisdom psalm addressing a perennial challenge: the prosperity of the wicked. The command prohibits both anxious agitation and envious resentment toward evildoers. Envy is particularly dangerous because it validates the wicked's apparent success, suggesting their way is superior. This psalm's acrostic structure (alphabetic) suggests comprehensive wisdom—from A to Z, God's justice will prevail, so fretting is both unnecessary and faithless.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Psalms 37:1
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“and wait patiently for him. Don't fret because of him who prospers in his way”
“Let not thine heart envy sinners: but be thou in the fear of the LORD all the day long.”
“Fret not thyself because of evil men”
“Envy thou not the oppressor”
“Be not thou envious against evil men”
“when I saw the prosperity of the wicked.”
“murders”
“The Spirit who lives in us yearns jealously?”
“to make her fret”
“The foolishness of man perverteth his way: and his heart fretteth against the LORD.”