Psalms 37:26
Psalms 37:26 in Multiple Translations
They are ever generous and quick to lend, and their children are a blessing.
He is ever merciful, and lendeth; and his seed is blessed.
All the day long he dealeth graciously, and lendeth; And his seed is blessed.
All the day he is ready to have mercy and to give; his children are a blessing.
They are always kind, and generous with their loans; their children are a blessing.
But hee is euer mercifull and lendeth, and his seede enioyeth the blessing.
All the day he is gracious and lending, And his seed [is] for a blessing.
All day long he deals graciously, and lends. His offspring is blessed.
He is ever merciful, and lendeth; and his seed is blessed.
Righteous/Godly people are generous, and happily lend money to others, and their children are a blessing to them.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 37:26
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Psalms 37:26 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כָּל
הַ֭/יּוֹם
חוֹנֵ֣ן
וּ/מַלְוֶ֑ה
וְ֝/זַרְע֗/וֹ
לִ/בְרָכָֽה
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
הַ֭/יּוֹם
yôwm
H3117
day
Art | N-ms
חוֹנֵ֣ן
chânan
H2603
be gracious
V-Qal
וּ/מַלְוֶ֑ה
lâvâh
H3867
to join
Conj | V-Hiphil
וְ֝/זַרְע֗/וֹ
zeraʻ
H2233
seed
Conj | N-ms | Suff
לִ/בְרָכָֽה
Bᵉrâkâh
H1293
blessing
Prep | N-fs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 37:26
כָּל
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
הַ֭/יּוֹם
yôwm
H3117
"day"
Art | N-ms
The Hebrew word 'yom' refers to a day, which can be a literal 24-hour period or a figurative space of time. It is used in the Bible to describe a wide range of time periods, from a single day to a year or a lifetime. The word 'yom' is used in many different contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: : day/when/time/period 1) day, time, year 1a) day (as opposed to night) 1b) day (24 hour period) 1b1) as defined by evening and morning in Genesis 1 1b2) as a division of time 1b2a) a working day, a day's journey 1c) days, lifetime (pl.) 1d) time, period (general) 1e) year 1f) temporal references 1f1) today 1f2) yesterday 1f3) tomorrow
Usage: Occurs in 1930 OT verses. KJV: age, [phrase] always, [phrase] chronicals, continually(-ance), daily, ((birth-), each, to) day, (now a, two) days (agone), [phrase] elder, [idiom] end, [phrase] evening, [phrase] (for) ever(-lasting, -more), [idiom] full, life, as (so) long as (... live), (even) now, [phrase] old, [phrase] outlived, [phrase] perpetually, presently, [phrase] remaineth, [idiom] required, season, [idiom] since, space, then, (process of) time, [phrase] as at other times, [phrase] in trouble, weather, (as) when, (a, the, within a) while (that), [idiom] whole ([phrase] age), (full) year(-ly), [phrase] younger. See also: Genesis 1:5; Genesis 33:13; Exodus 23:15.
חוֹנֵ֣ן
chânan
H2603
"be gracious"
V-Qal
This Hebrew word means to show kindness or favor, often by bending or stooping to help someone in need, as seen in the actions of God towards his people.
Definition: 1) to be gracious, show favour, pity 1a) (Qal) to show favour, be gracious 1b) (Niphal) to be pitied 1c) (Piel) to make gracious, make favourable, be gracious 1d) (Poel) to direct favour to, have mercy on 1e) (Hophal) to be shown favour, be shown consideration 1f) (Hithpael) to seek favour, implore favour
Usage: Occurs in 73 OT verses. KJV: beseech, [idiom] fair, (be, find, shew) favour(-able), be (deal, give, grant (gracious(-ly), intreat, (be) merciful, have (shew) mercy (on, upon), have pity upon, pray, make supplication, [idiom] very. See also: Genesis 33:5; Psalms 37:21; Psalms 4:2.
וּ/מַלְוֶ֑ה
lâvâh
H3867
"to join"
Conj | V-Hiphil
This Hebrew word means to borrow or lend, implying a sense of obligation, as seen in various Bible translations, including abide with or join self.
Definition: 1) to join, be joined 1a) (Qal) to join, be joined, attend 1b) (Niphal) to join oneself to, be joined unto
Usage: Occurs in 22 OT verses. KJV: abide with, borrow(-er), cleave, join (self), lend(-er). See also: Genesis 29:34; Psalms 112:5; Psalms 37:21.
וְ֝/זַרְע֗/וֹ
zeraʻ
H2233
"seed"
Conj | N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means seed or offspring, like in Genesis where God promises Abraham many descendants. It can also mean a plant or sowing time, as in Isaiah 55:10. This concept is central to God's plan for humanity.
Definition: : seed/sowing 1) seed, sowing, offspring 1a) a sowing 1b) seed 1c) semen virile 1d) offspring, descendants, posterity, children 1e) of moral quality 1e1) a practitioner of righteousness (fig.) 1f) sowing time (by meton)
Usage: Occurs in 205 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] carnally, child, fruitful, seed(-time), sowing-time. See also: Genesis 1:11; 1 Samuel 1:11; Psalms 18:51.
לִ/בְרָכָֽה
Bᵉrâkâh
H1293
"blessing"
Prep | N-fs
In the Bible, a blessing is a gift from God, bringing prosperity and praise. It appears in Genesis and Psalms, where people bless God and each other. This concept is central to Jewish and Christian traditions.
Definition: 1) blessing 2) (source of) blessing 3) blessing, prosperity 4) blessing, praise of God 5) a gift, present 6) treaty of peace
Usage: Occurs in 64 OT verses. KJV: blessing, liberal, pool, present. See also: Genesis 12:2; 2 Kings 5:15; Psalms 3:9.
Study Notes — Psalms 37:26
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 37:26 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 37:26
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 37:26
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 37:26
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 37:26
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 37:26
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 37:26
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 37:26
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 37:26
- Sermons on Psalms 37:26
Context — Delight Yourself in the LORD
24Though he falls, he will not be overwhelmed, for the LORD is holding his hand.
25I once was young and now am old, yet never have I seen the righteous abandoned or their children begging for bread.
26They are ever generous and quick to lend, and their children are a blessing.
27Turn away from evil and do good, so that you will abide forever. 28For the LORD loves justice and will not forsake His saints. They are preserved forever, but the offspring of the wicked will be cut off.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 112:5 | It is well with the man who is generous and lends freely, whose affairs are guided by justice. |
| 2 | Matthew 5:7 | Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. |
| 3 | Psalms 37:21 | The wicked borrow and do not repay, but the righteous are gracious and giving. |
| 4 | Proverbs 20:7 | The righteous man walks with integrity; blessed are his children after him. |
| 5 | Luke 6:35–38 | But love your enemies, do good to them, and lend to them, expecting nothing in return. Then your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High; for He is kind to the ungrateful and wicked. Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful. Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven. Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured back to you.” |
| 6 | Psalms 147:13 | For He strengthens the bars of your gates and blesses the children within you. |
| 7 | Deuteronomy 15:8–10 | Instead, you are to open your hand to him and freely loan him whatever he needs. Be careful not to harbor this wicked thought in your heart: “The seventh year, the year of release, is near,” so that you look upon your poor brother begrudgingly and give him nothing. He will cry out to the LORD against you, and you will be guilty of sin. Give generously to him, and do not let your heart be grieved when you do so. And because of this the LORD your God will bless you in all your work and in everything to which you put your hand. |
| 8 | Jeremiah 32:39 | I will give them one heart and one way, so that they will always fear Me for their own good and for the good of their children after them. |
| 9 | Psalms 112:9 | He has scattered abroad his gifts to the poor; his righteousness endures forever; his horn will be lifted high in honor. |
Psalms 37:26 Summary
[Psalms 37:26 teaches us that being generous and quick to lend is a key part of living a life that honors God, and that this can have a positive impact on our families and communities, as seen in the example of the early church in Acts 2:44-45. By trusting in God's provision, as stated in Philippians 4:19, we can be free to give to others without worrying about our own needs. This verse reminds us that our actions have consequences, and that by choosing to be generous and kind, we can create a legacy of blessing for those around us, as seen in Proverbs 11:25.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be 'ever generous' as mentioned in Psalms 37:26?
To be ever generous means to have a consistent and willing heart to give to others, as seen in the example of the good Samaritan in Luke 10:25-37, and to trust in God's provision as stated in Philippians 4:19.
How can we be 'quick to lend' without being taken advantage of?
Being quick to lend, as mentioned in Psalms 37:26, requires discernment and wisdom, as seen in Proverbs 22:26-27, where it warns against putting up security for someone else's loan, and to always consider the motivations and actions of the borrower.
What is the relationship between being generous and having children who are a blessing?
The Bible teaches that our actions and character can influence the lives of our children, as seen in Psalms 37:26, where the generosity of the parents is connected to the blessing of their children, and in Proverbs 22:6, which instructs parents to train their children in the way they should go.
Is it always easy to be generous and quick to lend?
No, it is not always easy to be generous and quick to lend, as it requires trust in God's provision and a willingness to let go of our own resources, as seen in Psalms 37:5, which instructs us to commit our way to the Lord and trust in Him.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can show generosity to those around me, and how can I trust God to provide for my own needs?
- How can I balance being quick to lend with being wise and discerning in my relationships?
- What are some ways I can bless my own children, or the children in my life, and how can I model generosity and kindness to them?
- What are some areas in my life where I can practice letting go of control and trusting God to provide, as seen in Psalms 37:5-7?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 37:26
[He is] ever merciful, and lendeth,.... He sympathizes with the poor in distress, and shows mercy to miserable objects; not only by words, but deeds: and this is his constant disposition and conduct;
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 37:26
He is ever merciful, and lendeth; and his seed is blessed. He is ever merciful, and lendeth - `all the day' (Hebrew, for "ever"). He hath at once the will and the power to be liberal (cf.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 37:26
He is so far from begging from others, that he hath ability as well as inclination to give or lend to others, as need requires. His seed is blessed, not only with spiritual, but with temporal blessings. So far shall he be from wasting his estate, and undoing himself and family by his bounty and charity, as covetous worldlings objected or feared.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 37:26
Psalms 37:26 [He is] ever merciful, and lendeth; and his seed [is] blessed.Ver. 26. He is ever merciful, and lendeth] Heb. Every day, according to others’ necessity and his own ability; for to stretch beyond the staple were to mar all. But he is ever "ready to distribute, willing to communicate," 1 Timothy 6:17, as Mr Wiseheart, the Scotch martyr, whose charity had never an end, night, day, nor noon, saith Mr Fox; and Thomas Tomkins, an English martyr, very forward to lend, looking for nothing again. And his seed is blessed] Heb. is in the blessing, that is, receiveth grace and communication of all true goodness from God; and praises, goodwill, and good wishes from men (Diod.).
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 37:26
Verse 26. He is ever merciful and lendeth] כל היום חונן kol haiyom chonen, "all the day he is compassionate." He is confirmed in the habit of godliness: he feels for the distresses of men, and is ready to divide and distribute to all that are in necessity. And his seed is blessed.] The preceding words were not spoken casually; his seed, his posterity, is blessed; therefore they are not abandoned to beg their bread.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 37:26
26. All the day long he dealeth graciously and lendeth (R.V.). Cp. Psalms 37:21; Psalms 112:5. The righteous not only have abundance, but know how to use it (Isaiah 32:5-8). 27, 28 a., b. Stanza of Samech.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 37:26
He is ever merciful - Margin, as in Hebrew, “all the day.” That is, it is his character; he is constantly in the habit of showing kindness.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 37:26
26. Ever merciful, and lendeth—Literally, all the day he is merciful, and lendeth.
Sermons on Psalms 37:26
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Lend, Expecting Nothing by David Servant | David Servant delves into Jesus' command to 'lend, expecting nothing in return,' emphasizing the importance of lending without expecting repayment, especially to the poor and needy |
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Of the Practice of Covetousness in Keeping Wealth by William Gouge | William Gouge preaches about covetousness in keeping wealth, highlighting two practices: hoarding excessively out of fear for the future, as seen in the parable of the rich fool in |
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The Alphabetical Scriptures; or the Divine Acrostics by H.J. Vine | H.J. Vine preaches about the divine design and inspiration of Scripture, highlighting the intricate structure of the Alphabetical Scriptures, such as the Divine Acrostics, which po |
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Forgiveness by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the central theme of the Bible, which is the cross of Jesus Christ. He specifically highlights Isaiah 53 as a passage that reveals the signi |
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Beatitudes - Part 7 by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the speaker recounts a conversation with a woman named Mrs. Crook who shares some distressing news. The speaker emphasizes the importance of obeying God and trustin |
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Beatitudes - Part 9 by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of a man who had a difficult life. He was sent by his father to his brothers, but they betrayed him and sold him into slavery. He e |
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When You Pray by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the importance of prayer and the kingdom of God. He begins by sharing a parable from Matthew 18, where Jesus illustrates the concept of forg |