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Psalm 112

Psalm 112:5

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

Modern
It is well with the man who is generous and lends freely, whose affairs are guided by justice.
Traditional
A good man sheweth favour, and lendeth: he will guide his affairs with discretion.
Literal
The good man is gracious and lends freely; he contains his affairs with justice.
Latin
Jucundus homo qui miseretur et commodat; disponet sermones suos in judicio:

Original

Hebrew
English
It is well with the man who is generous and lends freely, whose affairs are guided by justice.

Notes

Psalms 112:4–5

Godly people imitate God by being generous, compassionate, and righteous (Psalms 51:1; 111:1–10; 2 Corinthians 9:9). They lend money to the poor without charging interest (Psalms 15:5; 112:9; Exodus 22:25).

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

Creditor: Merciful Faith: General Scriptures Concerning Generosity Kindness: General Scriptures Concerning Lending: General Scriptures Concerning Liberality: General Scriptures Concerning Poor: Duty To Prudence: General Scriptures Concerning Prudence: Saints Act With Righteous: Described Righteousness: Fruits of