King James Version
psalm 37:23 in the King James Version says “The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his way. ordered: or, established” — study this verse from psalm chapter 37 with commentary, cross-references, and original Greek word analysis.
“The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his way. ordered: or, established”
psalm 37:23 · KJV
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.
I have been young, and now am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread.
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