New International Version But the meek will inherit the land and enjoy peace and prosperity. New Living Translation The lowly will possess the land and will live in peace and prosperity. English Standard Version But the meek shall inherit the land and delight themselves in abundant peace. Berean Standard Bible But the meek will inherit the land and delight in abundant prosperity. Berean Literal Bible And the meek will inherit the land, and they will delight in the abundance of peace. King James Bible But the meek shall inherit the earth; and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace. New King James Version But the meek shall inherit the earth, And shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace. New American Standard Bible But the humble will inherit the land And will delight themselves in abundant prosperity. NASB 1995 But the humble will inherit the land And will delight themselves in abundant prosperity. NASB 1977 But the humble will inherit the land, And will delight themselves in abundant prosperity. Legacy Standard Bible But the lowly will inherit the land And will delight themselves in abundant peace. Amplified Bible But the humble will [at last] inherit the land And will delight themselves in abundant prosperity and peace. Berean Annotated Bible But the meek will inherit the land (the earth) and delight in abundant prosperity. Christian Standard Bible But the humble will inherit the land and will enjoy abundant prosperity. Holman Christian Standard Bible But the humble will inherit the land and will enjoy abundant prosperity. American Standard Version But the meek shall inherit the land, And shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace. Contemporary English Version but the poor will take the land and enjoy a big harvest. English Revised Version But the meek shall inherit the land; and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace. GOD'S WORD® Translation Oppressed people will inherit the land and will enjoy unlimited peace. Good News Translation but the humble will possess the land and enjoy prosperity and peace. International Standard Version The humble will inherit the land; they will take in abundant peace. NET Bible But the oppressed will possess the land and enjoy great prosperity. New Heart English Bible But the humble shall inherit the land, and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace. Webster's Bible Translation But the meek shall inherit the earth; and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleBut the meek will inherit the land and delight in abundant prosperity. World English Bible But the humble shall inherit the land, and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd the humble possess the land, "" And they have delighted themselves "" In the abundance of peace. Berean Literal Bible And the meek will inherit the land, and they will delight in the abundance of peace. Young's Literal Translation And the humble do possess the land, And they have delighted themselves In the abundance of peace. Smith's Literal Translation And the humble shall inherit the earth, and they delighted themselves for the multitude of peace. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBut the meek shall inherit the land, and shall delight in abundance of peace. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible But the poor will inherit the earth, will delight in great prosperity. New Revised Standard Version But the meek shall inherit the land, and delight themselves in abundant prosperity. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBut the meek shall inherit the earth, and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the poor inherit the Earth and enjoy abundant peace. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917But the humble shall inherit the land, And delight themselves in the abundance of peace. Brenton Septuagint Translation But the meek shall inherit the earth; and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Do Not Envy Those who Do Wrong…10Yet a little while, and the wicked will be no more; though you look for them, they will not be found. 11But the meek will inherit the land and delight in abundant prosperity. 12The wicked scheme against the righteous and gnash their teeth at them,… Cross References But the meek will inherit the land Matthew 5:5 Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. Psalm 25:13 His soul will dwell in prosperity, and his descendants will inherit the land. Proverbs 2:21 For the upright will inhabit the land, and the blameless will remain in it; and delight in abundant prosperity. Deuteronomy 30:9 So the LORD your God will make you abound in all the work of your hands and in the fruit of your womb, the offspring of your livestock, and the produce of your land. Indeed, the LORD will again delight in your prosperity, as He delighted in that of your fathers, Jeremiah 33:6 Nevertheless, I will bring to it health and healing, and I will heal its people and reveal to them the abundance of peace and truth. Psalm 128:2 For when you eat the fruit of your labor, blessings and prosperity will be yours. Matthew 5:5 Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. Isaiah 29:19 The humble will increase their joy in the LORD, and the poor among men will rejoice in the Holy One of Israel. Isaiah 57:13 When you cry out, let your companies of idols deliver you! Yet the wind will carry off all of them, a breath will take them away. But he who seeks refuge in Me will inherit the land and possess My holy mountain.” Proverbs 2:21 For the upright will inhabit the land, and the blameless will remain in it; Matthew 11:29 Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. James 3:13 Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good conduct, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. Isaiah 60:21 Then all your people will be righteous; they will possess the land forever; they are the branch of My planting, the work of My hands, so that I may be glorified. Matthew 21:5 “Say to the Daughter of Zion, ‘See, your King comes to you, gentle and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey.’” Zephaniah 2:3 Seek the LORD, all you humble of the earth who carry out His justice. Seek righteousness; seek humility. Perhaps you will be sheltered on the day of the LORD’s anger. 1 Peter 3:4 but from the inner disposition of your heart, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is precious in God’s sight. Treasury of Scripture But the meek shall inherit the earth; and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace. the meek Matthew 5:5 Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth. Galatians 5:22,23 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, … 1 Timothy 6:11 But thou, O man of God, flee these things; and follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, meekness. delight Psalm 36:8 They shall be abundantly satisfied with the fatness of thy house; and thou shalt make them drink of the river of thy pleasures. Psalm 72:7 In his days shall the righteous flourish; and abundance of peace so long as the moon endureth. Psalm 119:165 Great peace have they which love thy law: and nothing shall offend them. Jump to Previous Abundance Abundant Delight Delighted Earth Enjoy Gentle Great Heritage Humble Inherit Measure Meek Peace Possess Prosperity ThemselvesJump to Next Abundance Abundant Delight Delighted Earth Enjoy Gentle Great Heritage Humble Inherit Measure Meek Peace Possess Prosperity ThemselvesPsalm 37 1. David persuades to patience and confidence in God, 12. by the different estate of the godly and the wicked But the meek will inherit the land David contrasts the humble who trust the Lord with the wicked who seize power for a time. The meek submit to God’s rule and wait for His justice rather than advancing themselves through violence or deceit. Their inheritance includes secure possession in the land God gave His people, a blessing the wicked cannot preserve. Mat 5:5 Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. and delight in abundant prosperity. God’s judgment brings peace, safety, and lasting well-being to those who remain faithful to Him. The prosperity described includes more than wealth; it is the settled peace of life under God’s favor, free from the oppression and instability caused by the wicked. Deu 30:9 So the LORD your God will make you abound… Persons / Places / Events 1. David- The author of Psalm 37, King David, is traditionally understood to have written this psalm as a reflection on the fate of the righteous versus the wicked. 2. The Meek - This term refers to those who are humble, gentle, and submissive to God's will. In the Hebrew text, the word used is "anavim," which conveys humility and gentleness. 3. The Land - In the context of the Old Testament, "the land" often refers to the Promised Land, a symbol of God's blessing and provision for His people. 4. Abundant Prosperity - This phrase suggests not just material wealth but a holistic sense of well-being and peace that comes from living in accordance with God's will. 5. The Wicked - Throughout Psalm 37, the wicked are contrasted with the righteous, representing those who live in opposition to God's commands. Teaching Points The Value of MeeknessMeekness is not weakness; it is strength under control. It involves trusting God and submitting to His will, even when circumstances are challenging. Inheritance of the Land The promise of inheriting the land is both a present and future reality. For believers, it signifies the blessings of living in God's will now and the eternal inheritance in His Kingdom. Delighting in Prosperity True prosperity is found in a relationship with God. It encompasses peace, joy, and contentment that surpass material wealth. Contrasting the Righteous and the Wicked Psalm 37 contrasts the temporary success of the wicked with the enduring blessings of the righteous, encouraging believers to focus on eternal rewards. Living with an Eternal Perspective Believers are called to live with an eternal perspective, valuing spiritual growth and God's promises over temporary worldly gains. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Psalm 37:11?2. How can we cultivate the "meekness" described in Psalm 37:11 in daily life? 3. What does "inherit the land" mean for believers today in Psalm 37:11? 4. How does Psalm 37:11 connect with Jesus' teachings in Matthew 5:5? 5. Why is "abundant peace" significant for Christians facing current world challenges? 6. How can we encourage others to embrace meekness as described in Psalm 37:11? 7. How does Psalm 37:11 define "meek" in a biblical context? 8. What does "inherit the land" mean in Psalm 37:11? 9. How does Psalm 37:11 relate to Jesus' teachings in the Beatitudes? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 37? (11) Shall inherit.--A repetition of Psalm 37:3.--Better, are heirs of the land, i.e., Canaan. Christ's Beatitude (see Matthew 5:3, N. Test. Commentary) widens the promise and lifts it to a higher level. The quiet, unpretending, contented servant of God gets more true blessedness out of the earth, and so more truly possesses it, than the ungodly, though they be lords of broad acres.Verse 11. - But the meek shall inherit the earth. This prophecy is endorsed by our Lord (Matthew 5:5). It has only had occasional fulfilment hitherto, notably in Moses, the meekest man of his day (Numbers 12:3); to some extent in St. Louis and other great saints, whose influence has been world-wide, as St. Francis d'Assisi, St. Francis Xavier, St. Carlo Boromeo, and others. And shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace. Being men of peace, the meek, when they "inherit the earth," will establish universal peace (Isaiah 2:4; Isaiah 11:6-9; Isaiah 65:25; Ezekiel 34:25) and "delight in the abundance of it" (comp. Psalm 72:7). Psalm 37:11 guarantees that those who quietly trust God will receive concrete, lasting blessings: a secure inheritance and overflowing well-being. Meekness is not passivity; it is confident dependence on the Lord who unfailingly honors His promises. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew But the meekוַעֲנָוִ֥ים (wa·‘ă·nā·wîm) Conjunctive waw | Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 6035: Poor, afflicted, humble, meek will inherit יִֽירְשׁוּ־ (yî·rə·šū-) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 3423: To occupy, to seize, to rob, to inherit, to expel, to impoverish, to ruin the land אָ֑רֶץ (’ā·reṣ) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 776: Earth, land and delight וְ֝הִתְעַנְּג֗וּ (wə·hiṯ·‘an·nə·ḡū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hitpael - Conjunctive perfect - third person common plural Strong's 6026: To be soft, pliable, effeminate, luxurious in עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against abundant רֹ֥ב (rōḇ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 7230: Multitude, abundance, greatness prosperity. שָׁלֽוֹם׃ (šā·lō·wm) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7965: Safe, well, happy, friendly, welfare, health, prosperity, peace Additonal Resources Psalm 37:11 Blue Letter BiblePsalm 37:11 Bible Gateway Psalm 37:11 Bible.com Psalm 37:11 NIV |
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