Psalms 37:19 Meaning and Explanation
“They shall not be ashamed in the evil time: and in the days of famine they shall be satisfied.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The righteous will not be disgraced in crisis; they will be provided for even in scarcity.
The Context of Psalms 37:19
Protection and provision for the righteous in times of crisis and want.
What Does Psalms 37:19 Mean?
'Evil time' refers not to moral evil but to times of hardship, crisis, and test. When calamity comes—and it does come to both wicked and righteous—the righteous will not face shame or abandonment. Shame implies being exposed, dishonored, left without help. This will not be their lot.
'In the days of famine they shall be satisfied' promises provision precisely when provision seems impossible. This is not presumption but trust that God's care does not cease when circumstances become desperate. The righteous will eat while others starve, because God sustains those who depend on Him.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 37:19
What does Psalms 37:19 mean?
The righteous will not be disgraced in crisis; they will be provided for even in scarcity.
What is the context of Psalms 37:19?
Protection and provision for the righteous in times of crisis and want.