Psalms 89:31 Meaning and Explanation
“If they break my statutes, and keep not my commandments;”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →If David's descendants violate God's statutes and neglect His commandments, discipline will result.
The Context of Psalms 89:31
Continuing the conditional statement about potential disobedience and its consequences.
What Does Psalms 89:31 Mean?
Breaking statutes and keeping not commandments are parallel expressions emphasizing disobedience across the full range of God's revealed will. Statutes are fixed laws; commandments are personal directives. Together they cover the complete scope of covenant obligation.
The continuation of the conditional structure emphasizes that children of David are not exempt from accountability. Even royal descendants must obey the same God who chose their father; privilege does not cancel obligation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 89:31
What does Psalms 89:31 mean?
If David's descendants violate God's statutes and neglect His commandments, discipline will result.
What is the context of Psalms 89:31?
Continuing the conditional statement about potential disobedience and its consequences.