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Psalm 112

Psalm 112:2

The Blessed Fear of the LORD · Psalm 112:1–10
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Translations

Modern
His descendants will be mighty in the land; the generation of the upright will be blessed.
Traditional
His seed shall be mighty upon earth: the generation of the upright shall be blessed.
Literal
His seed is mighty in the land; the generation of the upright will be blessed.
Latin
Potens in terra erit semen ejus; generatio rectorum benedicetur.

Original

Hebrew
English
His descendants will be mighty in the land; the generation of the upright will be blessed.

Notes

Psalms 112:2–3

blessed: Everyone will recognize the children of godly people (see Psalm 127:4) because the godly leave a legacy for their children (see 1:3; compare Matthew 6:20).

Psalms 112:1–5

The fear of the Lord leads to a wise life that honors God and brings blessing to the family and the community. The godly follow God with joy. Their obedience does not come from fear like a slave obeying a master.

Psalms 112:1–10

This psalm repeats the themes of wisdom and the fear of the Lord (Psalm 111). Wise people have reasons to be happy (Psalm 112:1–5) and strong (112:6–10).

Psalms 111:1–117:2

The word Hallelujah! is repeated throughout this group of psalms.

Parallels

Psalm 128:1–6

Glossary

Acrostic Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Music Poetry, Biblical Poor, the Psalms, Book of

Topics

Children of the Righteous, Blessed of God Legacy Parents: when Faithful: Leave a Blessing to Their Children Prayer: Experience of Past Mercies an Incentive To Righteous: Described The Blessed: The Generation of the Upright Uprightness: They Who Walk In, Shall: Be Blessed