Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Psalms 37:21 Cross-References
Explore 18 cross-references for Psalms 37:21 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 37 verse 21 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“The wicked borroweth, and payeth not again: but the righteous sheweth mercy, and giveth.”
Psalms 37:21 (KJV)
Commentary on Psalms 37:21
The wicked borroweth, and payeth not again (רָשָׁע לֹוֶה וְלֹא יְשַׁלֵּם, rasha loveh v'lo yeshalem)—the Hebrew captures persistent dishonesty: borrowing with no intent to repay reflects covenant-breaking character. In contrast, the righteous sheweth mercy, and giveth (צַדִּיק חוֹנֵן וְנוֹתֵן, tsaddiq chonen v'noten)—the righteous demonstrates chen (grace/favor) through generosity. This verse exposes economic ethics as spiritual fruit: wickedness exploits relationships for selfish gain, while righteousness creates a culture of grace. Paul's command "owe no man any thing, but to love one anothe...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Psalms 37:21
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“for with such sacrifices God is well pleased.”
“A good man sheweth favour”
“The rich ruleth over the poor”
“he has given to the poor. His righteousness endures forever. His horn will be exalted with honor.”
“and don't ask him who takes away your goods to give them back again.”
“to give the rain of your land in its season”
“that”
“and that you bring the poor who are cast out to your house? when you see the naked”
“But this I say”
“that so laboring you ought to help the weak”