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their hearts are steadfast, trusting in the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/112.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />They do not fear bad news; they confidently trust the LORD to care for them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/112.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />He is not afraid of bad news; his heart is firm, trusting in the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/112.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />He does not fear bad news; his heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/112.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: his heart is fixed, trusting in the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/112.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />He will not be afraid of evil tidings; His heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/112.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />He will not fear bad news; His heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/112.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />He will not fear evil tidings; His heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/112.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />He will not fear evil tidings; His heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/112.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />He will not fear an evil report; His heart is set, trusting in Yahweh.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/112.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />He will not fear bad news; His heart is steadfast, trusting [confidently relying on and believing] in the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/112.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />He will not fear bad news; his heart is confident, trusting in the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/112.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />He will not fear bad news; his heart is confident, trusting in the LORD. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/112.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: His heart is fixed, trusting in Jehovah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/112.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Bad news won't bother them; they have decided to trust the LORD. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/112.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: his heart is fixed, trusting in the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/112.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />He is not afraid of bad news. His heart remains secure, full of confidence in the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/112.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />He is not afraid of receiving bad news; his faith is strong, and he trusts in the LORD. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/112.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />He need not fear a bad report, for his heart is unshaken, since he trusts in the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/112.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />He does not fear bad news; his heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/112.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />He does not fear bad news. He is confident; he trusts in the LORD. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/112.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />He will not be afraid of evil news. His heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/112.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: his heart is fixed, trusting in the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/112.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />He will not be afraid of evil news. His heart is steadfast, trusting in Yahweh. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/112.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />He is not afraid of an evil report, "" His heart is prepared [and] confident in YHWH.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/112.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Of an evil report he is not afraid, Prepared is His heart, confident in Jehovah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/112.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />He shall not fear an evil report: his heart being prepared to trust in Jehovah.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/112.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />The just shall be in everlasting remembrance: he shall not hear the evil hearing. His heart is ready to hope in the Lord: <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/112.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 111:7>The just one will be an everlasting memorial. He will not fear a report of disasters. His heart is prepared to hope in the Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/112.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />He shall not fear an ill report; his heart is steadfast, trusting the LORD. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/112.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />They are not afraid of evil tidings; their hearts are firm, secure in the LORD.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/112.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />He shall not be afraid of evil tidings; his heart is fixed, trusting in the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/112.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />He will not be afraid of an evil report, for his heart is established trusting upon God.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/112.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />He shall not be afraid of evil tidings; His heart is stedfast, trusting in the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/112.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />He shall not be afraid of <i>any</i> evil report: his heart is ready to trust in the Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/112-7.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=14377" 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/112.htm">Blessed is the Man who Fears the LORD</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">6</span>Surely he will never be shaken; the righteous man will be remembered forever. <span class="reftext">7</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3808.htm" title="3808: lō (Adv-NegPrt) -- Not. Or lowi; or loh; a primitive particle; not; by implication, no; often used with other particles.">He does not</a> <a href="/hebrew/3372.htm" title="3372: yî·rā (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms) -- To fear, to revere, caus, to frighten. A primitive root; to fear; morally, to revere; caus. To frighten.">fear</a> <a href="/hebrew/7451.htm" title="7451: rā·‘āh (Adj-fs) -- Bad, evil. From ra'a'; bad or evil.">bad</a> <a href="/hebrew/8052.htm" title="8052: miš·šə·mū·‘āh (Prep-m:: N-fs) -- A report. Feminine passive participle of shamem; something heard, i.e. An announcement.">news;</a> <a href="/hebrew/3820.htm" title="3820: lib·bōw (N-msc:: 3ms) -- A form of lebab; the heart; also used very widely for the feelings, the will and even the intellect; likewise for the centre of anything.">his heart</a> <a href="/hebrew/3559.htm" title="3559: nā·ḵō·wn (V-Nifal-Prtcpl-ms) -- A primitive root; properly, to be erect; hence to set up, in a great variety of applications, whether literal, or figurative.">is steadfast,</a> <a href="/hebrew/982.htm" title="982: bā·ṭu·aḥ (V-Qal-QalPassPrtcpl-ms) -- To trust. A primitive root; properly, to hie for refuge; figuratively, to trust, be confident or sure.">trusting</a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (Prep-b:: N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">in the LORD.</a> </span><span class="reftext">8</span>His heart is assured; he does not fear, until he looks in triumph on his foes.…<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="/isaiah/26-3.htm">Isaiah 26:3</a></span><br />You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/3-25.htm">Proverbs 3:25-26</a></span><br />Do not fear sudden danger or the ruin that overtakes the wicked, / for the LORD will be your confidence and will keep your foot from the snare.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/4-6.htm">Philippians 4:6-7</a></span><br />Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. / And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/14-27.htm">John 14:27</a></span><br />Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/6-34.htm">Matthew 6:34</a></span><br />Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Today has enough trouble of its own.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/8-28.htm">Romans 8:28</a></span><br />And we know that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/1-7.htm">2 Timothy 1:7</a></span><br />For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/13-6.htm">Hebrews 13:6</a></span><br />So we say with confidence: “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/5-7.htm">1 Peter 5:7</a></span><br />Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/41-10.htm">Isaiah 41:10</a></span><br />Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/joshua/1-9.htm">Joshua 1:9</a></span><br />Have I not commanded you to be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/56-3.htm">Psalm 56:3-4</a></span><br />When I am afraid, I put my trust in You. / In God, whose word I praise—in God I trust. I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/46-1.htm">Psalm 46:1-2</a></span><br />For the choirmaster. Of the sons of Korah. According to Alamoth. A song. God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble. / Therefore we will not fear, though the earth is transformed and the mountains are toppled into the depths of the seas,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/1-33.htm">Proverbs 1:33</a></span><br />But whoever listens to me will dwell in safety, secure from the fear of evil.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/10-28.htm">Matthew 10:28</a></span><br />Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Instead, fear the One who can destroy both soul and body in hell.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: his heart is fixed, trusting in the LORD.</p><p class="hdg">shall not</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/27-1.htm">Psalm 27:1-3</a></b></br> <i>A Psalm</i> of David. The LORD <i>is</i> my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD <i>is</i> the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/34-4.htm">Psalm 34:4</a></b></br> I sought the LORD, and he heard me, and delivered me from all my fears.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/56-3.htm">Psalm 56:3,4</a></b></br> What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee… </p><p class="hdg">heart</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/57-7.htm">Psalm 57:7</a></b></br> My heart is fixed, O God, my heart is fixed: I will sing and give praise.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/118-6.htm">Psalm 118:6</a></b></br> The LORD <i>is</i> on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me?</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/26-3.htm">Isaiah 26:3,4</a></b></br> Thou wilt keep <i>him</i> in perfect peace, <i>whose</i> mind <i>is</i> stayed <i>on thee</i>: because he trusteth in thee… </p><p class="hdg">trusting</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/62-8.htm">Psalm 62:8</a></b></br> Trust in him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before him: God <i>is</i> a refuge for us. Selah.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/64-10.htm">Psalm 64:10</a></b></br> The righteous shall be glad in the LORD, and shall trust in him; and all the upright in heart shall glory.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/118-8.htm">Psalm 118:8,9</a></b></br> <i>It is</i> better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/96-9.htm">Afraid</a> <a href="/psalms/37-7.htm">Bad</a> <a href="/psalms/56-3.htm">Confident</a> <a href="/acts/14-3.htm">Confiding</a> <a href="/psalms/109-20.htm">Evil</a> <a href="/psalms/111-10.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/psalms/93-5.htm">Firm</a> <a href="/psalms/111-8.htm">Fixed</a> <a href="/psalms/111-1.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/psalms/91-2.htm">Hope</a> <a href="/psalms/107-22.htm">News</a> <a href="/psalms/108-1.htm">Prepared</a> <a href="/job/38-35.htm">Report</a> <a href="/psalms/111-8.htm">Steadfast</a> <a href="/psalms/111-7.htm">Stedfast</a> <a href="/psalms/96-2.htm">Tidings</a> <a href="/psalms/86-2.htm">Trusting</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/112-8.htm">Afraid</a> <a href="/proverbs/9-7.htm">Bad</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-15.htm">Confident</a> <a href="/acts/14-3.htm">Confiding</a> <a href="/psalms/119-3.htm">Evil</a> <a href="/psalms/112-8.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/psalms/119-89.htm">Firm</a> <a href="/psalms/119-6.htm">Fixed</a> <a href="/psalms/112-8.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/psalms/116-11.htm">Hope</a> <a href="/psalms/132-6.htm">News</a> <a href="/psalms/119-5.htm">Prepared</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-18.htm">Report</a> <a href="/psalms/115-1.htm">Steadfast</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-19.htm">Stedfast</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-30.htm">Tidings</a> <a href="/psalms/115-8.htm">Trusting</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 112</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/112-1.htm">Godliness has the promises of this life</a></span><br><span class="reftext">4. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/112-4.htm">And of the life to come</a></span><br><span class="reftext">10. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/112-10.htm">The prosperity of the godly shall be an eyesore to 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/112.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/112.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>He does not fear bad news;</b><br>This phrase highlights the confidence and peace that comes from a deep trust in God. In biblical context, fear of bad news often relates to the uncertainties and trials of life. The psalmist emphasizes that the righteous person, grounded in faith, remains unshaken by potential adversity. This echoes the sentiment found in <a href="/proverbs/3-25.htm">Proverbs 3:25-26</a>, where the believer is assured of safety and protection from sudden fear. Historically, the Israelites faced numerous threats from surrounding nations, yet those who trusted in God were encouraged to remain fearless. This steadfastness is a hallmark of faith, as seen in the lives of biblical figures like Daniel, who remained unafraid in the face of danger.<p><b>his heart is steadfast,</b><br>A steadfast heart implies a firm, unwavering commitment to God. In the Hebrew context, the heart is often seen as the center of one's being, encompassing mind, will, and emotions. A steadfast heart is one that is not easily swayed by external circumstances. This concept is reinforced in <a href="/psalms/57-7.htm">Psalm 57:7</a>, where David declares his heart is steadfast amidst trials. The steadfastness of heart is a reflection of spiritual maturity and resilience, qualities that are cultivated through a consistent relationship with God. This steadfastness is also a type of Christ, who demonstrated unwavering commitment to His mission despite opposition and suffering.<p><b>trusting in the LORD.</b><br>Trusting in the LORD is a central theme throughout Scripture, emphasizing reliance on God's character and promises. This trust is not passive but active, involving a conscious decision to depend on God rather than human understanding or strength. The phrase connects to <a href="/proverbs/3-5.htm">Proverbs 3:5-6</a>, which instructs believers to trust in the LORD with all their heart. Trusting in God is foundational to the covenant relationship between God and His people, as seen in the lives of patriarchs like Abraham, who trusted God's promises despite seemingly impossible circumstances. This trust is ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ, who perfectly trusted the Father and invites believers to do the same through faith in Him.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_righteous_man.htm">The Righteous Man</a></b><br>The primary subject of <a href="/bsb/psalms/112.htm">Psalm 112</a>, representing those who live in accordance with God's will and commandments.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The covenant name of God, emphasizing His faithfulness and relationship with His people.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/b/bad_news.htm">Bad News</a></b><br>Represents trials, challenges, or adverse circumstances that may arise in life.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/trust_in_god's_sovereignty.htm">Trust in God's Sovereignty</a></b><br>The righteous man does not fear bad news because he trusts in God's ultimate control over all circumstances.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/steadfast_heart.htm">Steadfast Heart</a></b><br>A heart that is firm and unwavering is cultivated through a deep, personal relationship with God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/response_to_adversity.htm">Response to Adversity</a></b><br>The believer's response to bad news should be characterized by faith and trust, not fear or anxiety.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/cultivating_trust.htm">Cultivating Trust</a></b><br>Regular prayer, meditation on Scripture, and fellowship with other believers strengthen our trust in the LORD.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/w/witness_to_others.htm">Witness to Others</a></b><br>A steadfast heart in the face of adversity serves as a powerful testimony to others about the peace and security found in God.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_112.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 112</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_about_jinxes.htm">What does the Bible say about jinxes?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/can_faith_alone_truly_dispel_fear.htm">Psalm 112:7-8 portrays the righteous as fearless in troubling times; how can we verify the claim that faith alone dispels fear, given the prevalence of anxiety even among devout believers?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_2_tim_1_7_contradict_human_fear.htm">In 2 Timothy 1:7, does 'a spirit not of fear' contradict human experiences of fear and anxiety, or is this just idealistic language?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_psalm_57_align_with_2_sam_11.htm">How does Psalm 57's depiction of David's unwavering trust align with other biblical passages that portray his moral failures (e.g., 2 Samuel 11)?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/112.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(7) The story of Job, when the messengers of ill succeeded one another so fast, is an illustration of the truth of this verse. "A good conscience before God" is the best "armour against fate."<p>"Virtue is bold, and goodness never fearful."--<p>SHAKESPERE: <span class= "ital">Measure for Measure.</span><p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/112.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 7.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">He shall not be afraid of evil tidings</span>. Confident in God's goodness to wards him, he will not anticipate misfortunes. They may come, as even the best man is not exempt from them; but he will not meet them half-way. <span class="cmt_word">His heart is fixed</span>; <span class="accented">i</span>.<span class="accented">e</span>. firmly established (see ver. 8) - settled on a sure basis - <span class="cmt_word">trusting in the Lord</span> - the one basis that is solid and immovable. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/112-7.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">He will not</span><br /><span class="heb">לֹ֣א</span> <span class="translit">(lō)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb - Negative particle<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3808.htm">Strong's 3808: </a> </span><span class="str2">Not, no</span><br /><br /><span class="word">fear</span><br /><span class="heb">יִירָ֑א</span> <span class="translit">(yî·rā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3372.htm">Strong's 3372: </a> </span><span class="str2">To fear, to revere, caus, to frighten</span><br /><br /><span class="word">bad</span><br /><span class="heb">רָ֭עָה</span> <span class="translit">(rā·‘āh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7451.htm">Strong's 7451: </a> </span><span class="str2">Bad, evil</span><br /><br /><span class="word">news;</span><br /><span class="heb">מִשְּׁמוּעָ֣ה</span> <span class="translit">(miš·šə·mū·‘āh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-m | Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8052.htm">Strong's 8052: </a> </span><span class="str2">Something heard, an announcement</span><br /><br /><span class="word">his heart</span><br /><span class="heb">לִ֝בּ֗וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(lib·bōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3820.htm">Strong's 3820: </a> </span><span class="str2">The heart, the feelings, the will, the intellect, centre</span><br /><br /><span class="word">is steadfast,</span><br /><span class="heb">נָכ֥וֹן</span> <span class="translit">(nā·ḵō·wn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3559.htm">Strong's 3559: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be erect</span><br /><br /><span class="word">trusting</span><br /><span class="heb">בָּטֻ֥חַ</span> <span class="translit">(bā·ṭu·aḥ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_982.htm">Strong's 982: </a> </span><span class="str2">To trust, be confident, sure</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in the LORD.</span><br /><span class="heb">בַּיהוָֽה׃</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3068.htm">Strong's 3068: </a> </span><span class="str2">LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/112-7.htm">Psalm 112:7 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/112-7.htm">Psalm 112:7 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/112-7.htm">Psalm 112:7 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/112-7.htm">Psalm 112:7 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/112-7.htm">Psalm 112:7 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/112-7.htm">Psalm 112:7 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/112-7.htm">Psalm 112:7 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/112-7.htm">Psalm 112:7 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/112-7.htm">Psalm 112:7 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/112-7.htm">Psalm 112:7 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/112-7.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 112:7 He will not be afraid of evil (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/112-6.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 112:6"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 112:6" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/112-8.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 112:8"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 112:8" /></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>