King James Version

What Does Psalms 37:4 Mean?

“Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.”

Context

For they shall soon be cut down like the grass, and wither as the green herb.

Trust in the LORD, and do good; so shalt thou dwell in the land, and verily thou shalt be fed. verily: Heb. in truth, or, stableness

Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.

Commit thy way unto the LORD; trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass. Commit: Heb. Roll thy way upon

And he shall bring forth thy righteousness as the light, and thy judgment as the noonday.

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Commentary

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary

8. The hopes of the rebels are thus overthrown, and not only so; the kingdom they opposed is destined to be coextensive with the earth. **heathen--**or, "nations" (Psa 2:1). **and the uttermost parts of the earth--**(Psa 22:27); denotes universality.

Robert Jamieson, A.R. Fausset, David Brown. Public Domain.

Historical Context

This verse is found in the book of Psalms. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.

Theological Significance

Psalms 37:4 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.