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Psalm 112:4
New International Version
Psalm 112:4
New International Version
Psalm 112:4
King James Version
Psalm 112:4
King James Version
4 Unto the upright there ariseth light in the darkness: he is gracious, and full of compassion, and righteous.
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Psalm 112:4
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Psalm 112:4
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Light arises in the darkness for the upright;
He is gracious and compassionate and righteous (upright—in right standing with God).
Psalm 112:4
New Living Translation
Psalm 112:4
New Living Translation
4 Light shines in the darkness for the godly.
They are generous, compassionate, and righteous.
Psalm 112:4-10
The Message
Psalm 112:4-10
The Message
112 1-10 Hallelujah!
Blessed man, blessed woman, who fear God,
Who cherish and relish his commandments,
Their children robust on the earth,
And the homes of the upright—how blessed!
Their houses brim with wealth
And a generosity that never runs dry.
Sunrise breaks through the darkness for good people—
God’s grace and mercy and justice!
The good person is generous and lends lavishly;
No shuffling or stumbling around for this one,
But a sterling and solid and lasting reputation.
Unfazed by rumor and gossip,
Heart ready, trusting in God,
Spirit firm, unperturbed,
Ever blessed, relaxed among enemies,
They lavish gifts on the poor—
A generosity that goes on, and on, and on.
An honored life! A beautiful life!
Someone wicked takes one look and rages,
Blusters away but ends up speechless.
There’s nothing to the dreams of the wicked. Nothing.
Psalm 112:4-10
New International Version
Psalm 112:4-10
New International Version
4 Even in darkness light dawns(A) for the upright,
for those who are gracious and compassionate and righteous.(B)
5 Good will come to those who are generous and lend freely,(C)
who conduct their affairs with justice.
6 Surely the righteous will never be shaken;(D)
they will be remembered(E) forever.
7 They will have no fear of bad news;
their hearts are steadfast,(F) trusting in the Lord.(G)
8 Their hearts are secure, they will have no fear;(H)
in the end they will look in triumph on their foes.(I)
9 They have freely scattered their gifts to the poor,(J)
their righteousness endures(K) forever;
their horn[a] will be lifted(L) high in honor.
Footnotes
- Psalm 112:9 Horn here symbolizes dignity.
Psalm 112:4-10
King James Version
Psalm 112:4-10
King James Version
4 Unto the upright there ariseth light in the darkness: he is gracious, and full of compassion, and righteous.
5 A good man sheweth favour, and lendeth: he will guide his affairs with discretion.
6 Surely he shall not be moved for ever: the righteous shall be in everlasting remembrance.
7 He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: his heart is fixed, trusting in the Lord.
8 His heart is established, he shall not be afraid, until he see his desire upon his enemies.
9 He hath dispersed, he hath given to the poor; his righteousness endureth for ever; his horn shall be exalted with honour.
10 The wicked shall see it, and be grieved; he shall gnash with his teeth, and melt away: the desire of the wicked shall perish.
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Psalm 112:4-10
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Psalm 112:4-10
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4
Light arises in the darkness for the upright;
He is gracious and compassionate and righteous (upright—in right standing with God).
5
It is well with the man who is gracious and lends;
He conducts his affairs with justice.(A)
6
He will never be shaken;
The righteous will be remembered forever.(B)
7
He will not fear bad news;
His heart is steadfast, trusting [confidently relying on and believing] in the Lord.
8
His heart is upheld, he will not fear
While he looks [with satisfaction] on his adversaries.
9
He has given freely to the poor;
His righteousness endures forever;
His horn will be exalted in honor.(C)
10
The wicked will see it and be angered,
He will gnash his teeth and melt away [in despair and death];
The desire of the wicked will perish and come to nothing.
Psalm 112:4-10
New Living Translation
Psalm 112:4-10
New Living Translation
4 Light shines in the darkness for the godly.
They are generous, compassionate, and righteous.
5 Good comes to those who lend money generously
and conduct their business fairly.
6 Such people will not be overcome by evil.
Those who are righteous will be long remembered.
7 They do not fear bad news;
they confidently trust the Lord to care for them.
8 They are confident and fearless
and can face their foes triumphantly.
9 They share freely and give generously to those in need.
Their good deeds will be remembered forever.
They will have influence and honor.
10 The wicked will see this and be infuriated.
They will grind their teeth in anger;
they will slink away, their hopes thwarted.
Psalm 112:4-10
The Message
Psalm 112:4-10
The Message
112 1-10 Hallelujah!
Blessed man, blessed woman, who fear God,
Who cherish and relish his commandments,
Their children robust on the earth,
And the homes of the upright—how blessed!
Their houses brim with wealth
And a generosity that never runs dry.
Sunrise breaks through the darkness for good people—
God’s grace and mercy and justice!
The good person is generous and lends lavishly;
No shuffling or stumbling around for this one,
But a sterling and solid and lasting reputation.
Unfazed by rumor and gossip,
Heart ready, trusting in God,
Spirit firm, unperturbed,
Ever blessed, relaxed among enemies,
They lavish gifts on the poor—
A generosity that goes on, and on, and on.
An honored life! A beautiful life!
Someone wicked takes one look and rages,
Blusters away but ends up speechless.
There’s nothing to the dreams of the wicked. Nothing.
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