King James Version
What Does Psalms 37:18 Mean?
“The LORD knoweth the days of the upright: and their inheritance shall be for ever.”
Context
16
A little that a righteous man hath is better than the riches of many wicked.
17
For the arms of the wicked shall be broken: but the LORD upholdeth the righteous.
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The LORD knoweth the days of the upright: and their inheritance shall be for ever.
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They shall not be ashamed in the evil time: and in the days of famine they shall be satisfied.
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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
Commentary
Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers(18) **Knoweth.**—See Psalm 1:6, Note.
Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). Public Domain.
Historical Context
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Theological Significance
Psalms 37:18 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
Cross-References
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