Psalms 37:18 Meaning and Explanation
“The LORD knoweth the days of the upright: and their inheritance shall be for ever.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Psalms 37:18
God's intimate knowledge of the righteous and the permanence of their inheritance.
What Does Psalms 37:18 Mean?
'The LORD knoweth the days of the upright' is tender knowledge—not distant surveillance but intimate familiarity. God does not merely observe the righteous; He knows them. He is aware of each day, each trial, each moment of faithfulness. Nothing is hidden from His care or forgotten in His memory.
'Their inheritance shall be for ever' means the blessing, the land, the legacy of the righteous will not be temporary. Unlike the wicked, whose gain evaporates, the righteous's inheritance is eternal. This is rooted not in the righteous's power but in God's guarantee.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 37:18
What does Psalms 37:18 mean?
God knows and secures the righteous's days; their blessing is permanent.
What is the context of Psalms 37:18?
God's intimate knowledge of the righteous and the permanence of their inheritance.