King James Version
What Does Psalms 73:26 Mean?
“My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever. strength: Heb. rock”
Context
24
Thou shalt guide me with thy counsel, and afterward receive me to glory.
25
Whom have I in heaven but thee? and there is none upon earth that I desire beside thee.
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My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever. strength: Heb. rock
27
For, lo, they that are far from thee shall perish: thou hast destroyed all them that go a whoring from thee.
28
But it is good for me to draw near to God: I have put my trust in the Lord GOD, that I may declare all thy works.
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Commentary
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary19-20. Still, while humbled before God, he is the victim of deadly enemies, full of malice and treachery.
**enemies are lively--**literally, "of life," who would take my life, that is, deadly.
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 73:26 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
Verses related to Psalms 73:26
2 Corinthians 12:9-10
→Isaiah 40:29-31
→Psalms 138:3
→Psalms 18:2
→2 Corinthians 4:8-10
→2 Corinthians 4:16-18
→Cross-references from Treasury of Scripture Knowledge