King James Version

What Does Psalms 92:14 Mean?

Psalms 92:14 in the King James Version says “They shall still bring forth fruit in old age; they shall be fat and flourishing; flourishing: Heb. green — study this verse from Psalms chapter 92 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.

They shall still bring forth fruit in old age; they shall be fat and flourishing; flourishing: Heb. green

Psalms 92:14 · KJV


Context

12

The righteous shall flourish like the palm tree: he shall grow like a cedar in Lebanon.

13

Those that be planted in the house of the LORD shall flourish in the courts of our God.

14

They shall still bring forth fruit in old age; they shall be fat and flourishing; flourishing: Heb. green

15

To shew that the LORD is upright: he is my rock, and there is no unrighteousness in him.


Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
The promise of fruitfulness in old age contradicts natural decline, pointing to supernatural grace. 'Bring forth fruit' even in advanced years demonstrates that spiritual productivity doesn't diminish with age. Being 'fat and flourishing' (dashen ve-ra'anan) depicts vitality, health, and continued growth. This verse establishes that God's purposes for His people extend throughout their entire lives—there is no retirement from fruitful service in God's kingdom.

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Historical & Cultural Context

In ancient cultures that often marginalized the elderly, this psalm affirms the ongoing value and productivity of aged believers in God's economy.

Reflection Questions

  1. What fruit is God calling you to produce in your current season of life, regardless of your age?
  2. How can you invest now in spiritual vitality that will sustain you into old age?

Original Language Analysis

Hebrew · 6 words
ע֭וֹד1 of 6
H5750

properly, iteration or continuance; used only adverbially (with or without preposition), again, repeatedly, still, more

יְנוּב֣וּן2 of 6

They shall still bring forth fruit

H5107

to germinate, i.e., (figuratively) to (causatively, make) flourish; also (of words), to utter

בְּשֵׂיבָ֑ה3 of 6

in old age

H7872

old age

דְּשֵׁנִ֖ים4 of 6

they shall be fat

H1879

fat; figuratively, rich, fertile

וְרַֽעֲנַנִּ֣ים5 of 6

and flourishing

H7488

verdant; by analogy, new; figuratively, prosperous

יִהְיֽוּ׃6 of 6
H1961

to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)


Study Guide

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 92:14 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.

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