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their children will be a blessing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/37.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />The godly always give generous loans to others, and their children are a blessing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/37.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />He is ever lending generously, and his children become a blessing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/37.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />They are ever generous and quick to lend, and their children are a blessing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/37.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br /><i>He is</i> ever merciful, and lendeth; and his seed <i>is</i> blessed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/37.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br /><i>He is</i> ever merciful, and lends; And his descendants <i>are</i> blessed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/37.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />All day long he is gracious and lends, And his descendants are a blessing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/37.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />All day long he is gracious and lends, And his descendants are a blessing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/37.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />All day long he is gracious and lends; And his descendants are a blessing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/37.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />All day long he is gracious and lends, And his seed is a blessing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/37.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />All day long he is gracious and lends, And his descendants are a blessing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/37.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />He is always generous, always lending, and his children are a blessing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/37.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />He is always generous, always lending, and his children are a blessing. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/37.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />All the day long he dealeth graciously, and lendeth; And his seed is blessed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/37.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />They gladly give and lend, and their children turn out good. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/37.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />All the day long he dealeth graciously, and lendeth; and his seed is blessed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/37.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />He is always generous and lends freely. His descendants are a blessing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/37.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />At all times they give freely and lend to others, and their children are a blessing. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/37.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Every day he is generous, lending freely, and his descendants are blessed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/37.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />They are ever generous and quick to lend, and their children are a blessing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/37.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />All day long he shows compassion and lends to others, and his children are blessed. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/37.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />All day long he deals graciously and lends, and his offspring are a blessing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/37.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />He is ever merciful, and lendeth; and his seed is blessed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/37.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />All day long he deals graciously, and lends. His offspring is blessed. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/37.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />All the day he is gracious and lending, "" And his seed [is] for a blessing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/37.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> All the day he is gracious and lending, And his seed is for a blessing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/37.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />All the day he compassionates and lends; and his seed to be blessed.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/37.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />He sheweth mercy, and lendeth all the day long; and his seed shall be in blessing. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/37.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 36:26>He shows compassion and lends, all day long, and his offspring will be in blessing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/37.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />All day long he is gracious and lends, and his offspring become a blessing. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/37.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />They are ever giving liberally and lending, and their children become a blessing.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/37.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />But he is ever merciful and lends; and his offspring is blessed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/37.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />But all the day he shows mercy and lends and his seed is blessed.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/37.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />All the day long he dealeth graciously, and lendeth; And his seed is blessed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/37.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />He is merciful, and lends continually; and his seed shall be blessed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/37-26.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nFaD2oDhKPc?start=4284" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/psalms/37.htm">Do Not Envy Those who Do Wrong</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">25</span>I once was young and now am old, yet never have I seen the righteous abandoned or their children begging for bread. <span class="reftext">26</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3605.htm" title="3605: kāl- (N-msc) -- The whole, all. Or kowl; from kalal; properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every.">They are</a> <a href="/hebrew/3117.htm" title="3117: hay·yō·wm (Art:: N-ms) -- Day. From an unused root meaning to be hot; a day, whether literal, or figurative.">ever</a> <a href="/hebrew/2603.htm" title="2603: ḥō·w·nên (V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- A primitive root; properly, to bend or stoop in kindness to an inferior; to favor, bestow; causatively to implore.">generous</a> <a href="/hebrew/3867.htm" title="3867: ū·mal·weh (Conj-w:: V-Hifil-Prtcpl-ms) -- A primitive root; properly, to twine, i.e. to unite, to remain; also to borrow or To lend.">and quick to lend,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2233.htm" title="2233: wə·zar·‘ōw (Conj-w:: N-msc:: 3ms) -- A sowing, seed, offspring. From zara'; seed; figuratively, fruit, plant, sowing-time, posterity.">and their children</a> <a href="/hebrew/1293.htm" title="1293: liḇ·rā·ḵāh (Prep-l:: N-fs) -- A blessing. From barak; benediction; by implication prosperity.">are a blessing.</a> </span><span class="reftext">27</span>Turn away from evil and do good, so that you will abide forever.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/11-25.htm">Proverbs 11:25</a></span><br />A generous soul will prosper, and he who refreshes others will himself be refreshed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/9-9.htm">2 Corinthians 9:9</a></span><br />As it is written: “He has scattered abroad His gifts to the poor; His righteousness endures forever.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/6-35.htm">Luke 6:35</a></span><br />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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/5-42.htm">Matthew 5:42</a></span><br />Give to the one who asks you, and do not turn away from the one who wants to borrow from you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/15-7.htm">Deuteronomy 15:7-8</a></span><br />If there is a poor man among your brothers within any of the gates in the land that the LORD your God is giving you, then you are not to harden your heart or shut your hand from your poor brother. / Instead, you are to open your hand to him and freely loan him whatever he needs.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/58-10.htm">Isaiah 58:10</a></span><br />and if you give yourself to the hungry and satisfy the afflicted soul, then your light will go forth in the darkness, and your night will be like noonday.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/20-35.htm">Acts 20:35</a></span><br />In everything, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words of the Lord Jesus Himself: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/2-15.htm">James 2:15-16</a></span><br />Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes and daily food. / If one of you tells him, “Go in peace; stay warm and well fed,” but does not provide for his physical needs, what good is that?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/19-17.htm">Proverbs 19:17</a></span><br />Kindness to the poor is a loan to the LORD, and He will repay the lender.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/3-17.htm">1 John 3:17</a></span><br />If anyone with earthly possessions sees his brother in need, but withholds his compassion from him, how can the love of God abide in him?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/galatians/6-10.htm">Galatians 6:10</a></span><br />Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to the family of faith.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/13-16.htm">Hebrews 13:16</a></span><br />And do not neglect to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/22-9.htm">Proverbs 22:9</a></span><br />A generous man will be blessed, for he shares his bread with the poor.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/25-35.htm">Matthew 25:35-40</a></span><br />For I was hungry and you gave Me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave Me something to drink, I was a stranger and you took Me in, / I was naked and you clothed Me, I was sick and you looked after Me, I was in prison and you visited Me.’ / Then the righteous will answer Him, ‘Lord, when did we see You hungry and feed You, or thirsty and give You something to drink? ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/12-13.htm">Romans 12:13</a></span><br />Share with the saints who are in need. Practice hospitality.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">He is ever merciful, and lends; and his seed is blessed.</p><p class="hdg">ever [heb.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/37-21.htm">Psalm 37:21</a></b></br> The wicked borroweth, and payeth not again: but the righteous sheweth mercy, and giveth.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/112-5.htm">Psalm 112:5,9</a></b></br> A good man sheweth favour, and lendeth: he will guide his affairs with discretion… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/deuteronomy/15-8.htm">Deuteronomy 15:8-10</a></b></br> But thou shalt open thine hand wide unto him, and shalt surely lend him sufficient for his need, <i>in that</i> which he wanteth… </p><p class="hdg">his seed</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/20-7.htm">Proverbs 20:7</a></b></br> The just <i>man</i> walketh in his integrity: his children <i>are</i> blessed after him.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/jeremiah/32-39.htm">Jeremiah 32:39</a></b></br> And I will give them one heart, and one way, that they may fear me for ever, for the good of them, and of their children after them:</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/35-27.htm">Always</a> <a href="/psalms/37-22.htm">Blessed</a> <a href="/psalms/37-22.htm">Blessing</a> <a href="/psalms/37-25.htm">Children</a> <a href="/psalms/37-21.htm">Dealeth</a> <a href="/job/39-16.htm">Deals</a> <a href="/psalms/37-25.htm">Descendants</a> <a href="/psalms/12-8.htm">Freely</a> <a href="/psalms/37-21.htm">Generous</a> <a href="/psalms/37-21.htm">Gracious</a> <a href="/psalms/37-21.htm">Graciously</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-17.htm">Lends</a> <a href="/psalms/31-9.htm">Merciful</a> <a href="/psalms/37-21.htm">Mercy</a> <a href="/psalms/35-7.htm">Ready</a> <a href="/psalms/37-25.htm">Seed</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/40-11.htm">Always</a> <a href="/psalms/40-4.htm">Blessed</a> <a href="/psalms/41-2.htm">Blessing</a> <a href="/psalms/37-28.htm">Children</a> <a href="/psalms/112-5.htm">Dealeth</a> <a href="/psalms/55-12.htm">Deals</a> <a href="/psalms/37-28.htm">Descendants</a> <a href="/psalms/54-6.htm">Freely</a> <a href="/psalms/112-5.htm">Generous</a> <a href="/psalms/41-4.htm">Gracious</a> <a href="/psalms/112-5.htm">Graciously</a> <a href="/psalms/112-5.htm">Lends</a> <a href="/psalms/41-4.htm">Merciful</a> <a href="/psalms/40-10.htm">Mercy</a> <a href="/psalms/38-17.htm">Ready</a> <a href="/psalms/37-28.htm">Seed</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 37</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/37-1.htm">David persuades to patience and confidence in God, </a></span><br><span class="reftext">12. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/37-12.htm">by the different estate of the godly and the wicked</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/37.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/psalms/37.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>They are ever generous</b><br>This phrase highlights the consistent and ongoing nature of generosity. In biblical context, generosity is a virtue highly esteemed throughout Scripture. <a href="/proverbs/11-25.htm">Proverbs 11:25</a> states, "A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed." This reflects the biblical principle of sowing and reaping, where acts of kindness and generosity lead to blessings. The cultural context of ancient Israel placed a strong emphasis on community and mutual support, where generosity was not just a personal virtue but a communal expectation. The phrase also echoes the character of God, who is described as generous and giving, as seen in <a href="/james/1-5.htm">James 1:5</a>, where God gives wisdom generously to all without finding fault.<p><b>and quick to lend</b><br>In ancient Israel, lending was often a necessity for those in need, and the Law provided guidelines to ensure fairness and compassion in these transactions (<a href="/exodus/22-25.htm">Exodus 22:25-27</a>). The willingness to lend without hesitation reflects a heart aligned with God's commands, as seen in <a href="/deuteronomy/15-7.htm">Deuteronomy 15:7-8</a>, which instructs the Israelites to open their hands to the poor and needy. This phrase also connects to the New Testament teaching in <a href="/luke/6-34.htm">Luke 6:34-35</a>, where Jesus encourages lending without expecting anything in return, thus reflecting the selfless love of Christ. The act of lending in this context is not merely financial but also encompasses offering time, resources, and support to others.<p><b>and their children are a blessing</b><br>The blessing of children is a recurring theme in Scripture, seen as a sign of God's favor and a reward for righteousness (<a href="/psalms/127-3.htm">Psalm 127:3-5</a>). In the cultural and historical context of the Bible, children were considered a vital part of the family unit, contributing to the family's labor and legacy. The phrase suggests that the generosity and righteousness of the parents have a positive impact on their offspring, aligning with <a href="/proverbs/20-7.htm">Proverbs 20:7</a>, which states, "The righteous lead blameless lives; blessed are their children after them." This reflects the biblical principle that the actions and character of one generation can influence the blessings and prosperity of the next. The idea of children as a blessing also points to the future hope and continuation of God's promises through generations, ultimately fulfilled in the lineage of Jesus Christ.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/d/david.htm">David</a></b><br>The author of <a href="/bsb/psalms/37.htm">Psalm 37</a>, King David, is traditionally believed to have written this psalm. He was a man after God's own heart and often wrote about the righteous and their relationship with God.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_righteous.htm">The Righteous</a></b><br>This psalm speaks about the characteristics of the righteous, those who follow God's ways and live according to His commandments.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_wicked.htm">The Wicked</a></b><br>In contrast to the righteous, the wicked are also mentioned throughout <a href="/bsb/psalms/37.htm">Psalm 37</a>, highlighting the differences in their behaviors and ultimate outcomes.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/c/children_of_the_righteous.htm">Children of the Righteous</a></b><br>The verse specifically mentions the children of the righteous, indicating the generational blessings that come from living a life pleasing to God.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_land_of_israel.htm">The Land of Israel</a></b><br>While not directly mentioned in this verse, the context of <a href="/bsb/psalms/37.htm">Psalm 37</a> often reflects the promises and blessings associated with the land given to the Israelites.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/generosity_as_a_mark_of_the_righteous.htm">Generosity as a Mark of the Righteous</a></b><br>The righteous are characterized by their generosity. This is not just a one-time act but a continual lifestyle of giving and helping others.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_blessing_of_lending.htm">The Blessing of Lending</a></b><br>Lending to others is seen as a positive action, reflecting trust in God's provision and a willingness to support those in need.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/generational_blessings.htm">Generational Blessings</a></b><br>The children of the righteous are described as a blessing, indicating that the actions and faithfulness of the parents have a lasting impact on future generations.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/living_out_faith_in_practical_ways.htm">Living Out Faith in Practical Ways</a></b><br>Our faith should be evident in our actions, particularly in how we manage our resources and treat others.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/trusting_in_god's_provision.htm">Trusting in God's Provision</a></b><br>By being generous and lending, we demonstrate our trust in God's ability to provide for our needs, even as we meet the needs of others.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_37.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 37</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_debt.htm">What does the Bible say about Christian debt?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_psalm_118_26_a_later_addition.htm">(Psalm 118:26) Can 'Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord' be reconciled with other Old Testament texts or is it a later theological addition?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_can_isaiah_30_26_align_with_science.htm">In Isaiah 30:26, how can the moon shining as bright as the sun be reconciled with known scientific principles?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_is_faith_in_christ_justified.htm">How are you managing God's resources entrusted to you?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/37.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 26.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">He is ever merciful, and lendeth</span> (comp. ver. 21). This psalm contains a good deal of repetition, perhaps intended to emphasize certain portions of its teaching (see vers. 1, 7, 8; 3, 27; 11, 22, 29; 7, 34, etc.). <span class="cmt_word">And his seed is blessed</span> (comp. <a href="/psalms/25-13.htm">Psalm 25:13</a>; <a href="/psalms/102-28.htm">Psalm 102:28</a>; <a href="/psalms/112-2.htm">Psalm 112:2</a>). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/37-26.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">They are</span><br /><span class="heb">כָּל־</span> <span class="translit">(kāl-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3605.htm">Strong's 3605: </a> </span><span class="str2">The whole, all, any, every</span><br /><br /><span class="word">ever</span><br /><span class="heb">הַ֭יּוֹם</span> <span class="translit">(hay·yō·wm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3117.htm">Strong's 3117: </a> </span><span class="str2">A day</span><br /><br /><span class="word">generous</span><br /><span class="heb">חוֹנֵ֣ן</span> <span class="translit">(ḥō·w·nên)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2603.htm">Strong's 2603: </a> </span><span class="str2">To bend, stoop in kindness to an inferior, to favor, bestow, to implore</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and quick to lend,</span><br /><span class="heb">וּמַלְוֶ֑ה</span> <span class="translit">(ū·mal·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3867.htm">Strong's 3867: </a> </span><span class="str2">To twine, to unite, to remain, to borrow, to lend</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and their children</span><br /><span class="heb">וְ֝זַרְע֗וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(wə·zar·‘ōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2233.htm">Strong's 2233: </a> </span><span class="str2">Seed, fruit, plant, sowing-time, posterity</span><br /><br /><span class="word">are a blessing.</span><br /><span class="heb">לִבְרָכָֽה׃</span> <span class="translit">(liḇ·rā·ḵāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1293.htm">Strong's 1293: </a> </span><span class="str2">Benediction, prosperity</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/37-26.htm">Psalm 37:26 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/37-26.htm">Psalm 37:26 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/37-26.htm">Psalm 37:26 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/37-26.htm">Psalm 37:26 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/37-26.htm">Psalm 37:26 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/37-26.htm">Psalm 37:26 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/37-26.htm">Psalm 37:26 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/37-26.htm">Psalm 37:26 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/37-26.htm">Psalm 37:26 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/37-26.htm">Psalm 37:26 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/37-26.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 37:26 All day long he deals graciously (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/37-25.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 37:25"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 37:25" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/37-27.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 37:27"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 37:27" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>