Psalm 106:3
New International Version
Blessed are those who act justly, who always do what is right.

New Living Translation
There is joy for those who deal justly with others and always do what is right.

English Standard Version
Blessed are they who observe justice, who do righteousness at all times!

Berean Standard Bible
Blessed are those who uphold justice, who practice righteousness at all times.

King James Bible
Blessed are they that keep judgment, and he that doeth righteousness at all times.

New King James Version
Blessed are those who keep justice, And he who does righteousness at all times!

New American Standard Bible
How blessed are those who maintain justice, Who practice righteousness at all times!

NASB 1995
How blessed are those who keep justice, Who practice righteousness at all times!

NASB 1977
How blessed are those who keep justice, Who practice righteousness at all times!

Legacy Standard Bible
How blessed are those who keep justice, And he who does righteousness at all times!

Amplified Bible
Blessed are those who observe justice [by honoring God’s precepts], Who practice righteousness at all times.

Christian Standard Bible
How happy are those who uphold justice, who practice righteousness at all times.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
How happy are those who uphold justice, who practice righteousness at all times.

American Standard Version
Blessed are they that keep justice, And he that doeth righteousness at all times.

Contemporary English Version
You bless those people who are honest and fair in everything they do.

English Revised Version
Blessed are they that keep judgment, and he that doeth righteousness at all times.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Blessed are those who defend justice and do what is right at all times.

Good News Translation
Happy are those who obey his commands, who always do what is right.

International Standard Version
How happy are those who enforce justice, who live righteously all the time.

Majority Standard Bible
Blessed are those who uphold justice, who practice righteousness at all times.

NET Bible
How blessed are those who promote justice, and do what is right all the time!

New Heart English Bible
Blessed are those who uphold justice, who practice righteousness at all times.

Webster's Bible Translation
Blessed are they that keep judgment, and he that doeth righteousness at all times.

World English Bible
Blessed are those who keep justice. Blessed is one who does what is right at all times.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
O the blessedness of those keeping judgment, "" Doing righteousness at all times.

Young's Literal Translation
O the happiness of those keeping judgment, Doing righteousness at all times.

Smith's Literal Translation
Happy they watching judgment, doing justice in all time.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Blessed are they that keep judgment, and do justice at all times.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Blessed are those who keep judgment and who do justice at all times.

New American Bible
Blessed those who do what is right, whose deeds are always just.

New Revised Standard Version
Happy are those who observe justice, who do righteousness at all times.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Blessed are they that keep his judgments, and they that do righteousness at all times.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Blessed are they who keep his judgments and do his righteousness at all times.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Happy are they that keep justice, That do righteousness at all times.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Blessed are they that keep judgment, and do righteousness at all times.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Give Thanks to the LORD, for He is Good
2Who can describe the mighty acts of the LORD or fully proclaim His praise? 3Blessed are those who uphold justice, who practice righteousness at all times. 4Remember me, O LORD, in Your favor to Your people; visit me with Your salvation,…

Cross References
Matthew 5:6
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.

Isaiah 56:1
This is what the LORD says: “Maintain justice and do what is right, for My salvation is coming soon, and My righteousness will be revealed.

James 1:25
But the one who looks intently into the perfect law of freedom, and continues to do so—not being a forgetful hearer, but an effective doer—he will be blessed in what he does.

Proverbs 21:15
Justice executed is a joy to the righteous, but a terror to the workers of iniquity.

Galatians 6:9
Let us not grow weary in well-doing, for in due time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.

Micah 6:8
He has shown you, O man, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you but to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?

Romans 2:13
For it is not the hearers of the law who are righteous before God, but it is the doers of the law who will be declared righteous.

Isaiah 1:17
Learn to do right; seek justice and correct the oppressor. Defend the fatherless and plead the case of the widow.”

Luke 11:28
But He replied, “Blessed rather are those who hear the word of God and obey it.”

Amos 5:24
But let justice roll on like a river, and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream.

1 John 3:7
Little children, let no one deceive you: The one who practices righteousness is righteous, just as Christ is righteous.

Isaiah 33:15
He who walks righteously and speaks with sincerity, who refuses gain from extortion, whose hand never takes a bribe, who stops his ears against murderous plots and shuts his eyes tightly against evil—

Romans 12:9
Love must be sincere. Detest what is evil; cling to what is good.

Ezekiel 18:5-9
Now suppose a man is righteous and does what is just and right: / He does not eat at the mountain or look to the idols of the house of Israel. He does not defile his neighbor’s wife or approach a woman during her period. / He does not oppress another, but restores the pledge to the debtor. He does not commit robbery, but gives his bread to the hungry and covers the naked with clothing. ...

Matthew 7:21
Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only he who does the will of My Father in heaven.


Treasury of Scripture

Blessed are they that keep judgment, and he that does righteousness at all times.

blessed

Psalm 1:1-3
Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful…

Psalm 84:11,12
For the LORD God is a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly…

Psalm 119:1-3
ALEPH. Blessed are the undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the LORD…

keep

Psalm 119:106
I have sworn, and I will perform it, that I will keep thy righteous judgments.

Isaiah 56:1,2
Thus saith the LORD, Keep ye judgment, and do justice: for my salvation is near to come, and my righteousness to be revealed…

Jeremiah 22:15,16
Shalt thou reign, because thou closest thyself in cedar? did not thy father eat and drink, and do judgment and justice, and then it was well with him? …

doeth

Psalm 15:2
He that walketh uprightly, and worketh righteousness, and speaketh the truth in his heart.

Psalm 119:44
So shall I keep thy law continually for ever and ever.

Isaiah 64:5
Thou meetest him that rejoiceth and worketh righteousness, those that remember thee in thy ways: behold, thou art wroth; for we have sinned: in those is continuance, and we shall be saved.

at all times

Psalm 119:20,112
My soul breaketh for the longing that it hath unto thy judgments at all times…

Deuteronomy 5:19
Neither shalt thou steal.

Deuteronomy 11:1
Therefore thou shalt love the LORD thy God, and keep his charge, and his statutes, and his judgments, and his commandments, alway.

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1. The psalmist exhorts to praise God
4. He prays for pardon of sin, as God pardoned the fathers
7. The story of the people's rebellion, and God's mercy
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Blessed are those
The word "blessed" in Hebrew is "אַשְׁרֵי" (ashrei), which conveys a sense of happiness, fortune, and divine favor. In the biblical context, being blessed is not merely about material wealth or comfort but about experiencing the fullness of life that comes from living in alignment with God's will. This phrase sets the tone for the verse, indicating that those who follow the subsequent actions are recipients of God's favor. The idea of being blessed is deeply rooted in the covenant relationship between God and His people, where obedience and faithfulness lead to divine blessings.

who uphold justice
The Hebrew word for "justice" is "מִשְׁפָּט" (mishpat), which refers to the act of making fair and right decisions, often in a legal or communal context. Upholding justice is a central theme in the Old Testament, reflecting God's character as a just and righteous judge. In ancient Israel, justice was not only a legal requirement but a moral and spiritual obligation. Those who uphold justice are seen as aligning themselves with God's own nature, as He is described throughout Scripture as a God of justice. This phrase calls believers to actively engage in promoting fairness and equity in their communities.

who practice righteousness
"Righteousness" in Hebrew is "צְדָקָה" (tsedaqah), which encompasses both ethical conduct and a right relationship with God. Practicing righteousness involves living according to God's standards and commands, which are revealed in the Scriptures. It is a holistic concept that includes personal integrity, social responsibility, and spiritual devotion. In the biblical narrative, righteousness is often associated with the covenant faithfulness of God's people, who are called to reflect His holiness in their lives. This phrase emphasizes the active and continuous nature of living righteously, suggesting that it is a daily commitment rather than a one-time act.

at all times
The phrase "at all times" underscores the constancy and perseverance required in the pursuit of justice and righteousness. It implies that these virtues are not situational or conditional but are to be maintained consistently, regardless of circumstances. This reflects the biblical call to steadfastness and faithfulness, as seen in the lives of the patriarchs, prophets, and apostles who remained committed to God's ways despite challenges and opposition. The phrase serves as a reminder that the Christian life is a continuous journey of growth and obedience, requiring diligence and perseverance in all aspects of life.

Verse 3. - Blessed are they that keep judgment, and he that doeth righteousness at all times. No distinction of meaning is intended between "keeping judgment" and "doing righteousness." The second clause merely repeats the first.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Blessed [are]
אַ֭שְׁרֵי (’aš·rê)
Interjection
Strong's 835: Happiness, interjection, how happy!

those who uphold
שֹׁמְרֵ֣י (šō·mə·rê)
Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct
Strong's 8104: To hedge about, guard, to protect, attend to

justice,
מִשְׁפָּ֑ט (miš·pāṭ)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4941: A verdict, a sentence, formal decree, divine law, penalty, justice, privilege, style

who practice
עֹשֵׂ֖ה (‘ō·śêh)
Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular construct
Strong's 6213: To do, make

righteousness
צְדָקָ֣ה (ṣə·ḏā·qāh)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 6666: Rightness, subjectively, objectively

at all
בְכָל־ (ḇə·ḵāl-)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

times.
עֵֽת׃ (‘êṯ)
Noun - common singular
Strong's 6256: Time, now, when


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