King James Version
psalm 37:22 in the King James Version says “For such as be blessed of him shall inherit the earth; and they that be cursed of him shall be cut off.” — study this verse from psalm chapter 37 with commentary, cross-references, and original Greek word analysis.
“For such as be blessed of him shall inherit the earth; and they that be cursed of him shall be cut off.”
psalm 37:22 · KJV
But the wicked shall perish, and the enemies of the LORD shall be as the fat of lambs: they shall consume; into smoke shall they consume away. the fat: Heb. the preciousness
The wicked borroweth, and payeth not again: but the righteous sheweth mercy, and giveth.
For such as be blessed of him shall inherit the earth; and they that be cursed of him shall be cut off.
The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his way. ordered: or, established
Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the LORD upholdeth him with his hand.
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