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But the LORD sustains the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/37.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />For the arms of the wicked will be broken, But Yahweh sustains the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/37.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />For the arms of the wicked will be broken, But the LORD upholds <i>and</i> sustains the righteous [who seek Him].<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/37.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />For the arms of the wicked will be broken, but the LORD supports the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/37.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />For the arms of the wicked will be broken, but the LORD supports the righteous. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/37.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />For the arms of the wicked shall be broken; But Jehovah upholdeth the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/37.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />The wicked will lose all of their power, but the LORD gives strength to everyone who is good. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/37.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />For the arms of the wicked shall be broken: but the LORD upholdeth the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/37.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />The arms of wicked people will be broken, but the LORD continues to support righteous people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/37.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />because the LORD will take away the strength of the wicked, but protect those who are good. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/37.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />For the arms of the wicked will be broken, but the LORD upholds the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/37.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />For the arms of the wicked will be broken, but the LORD upholds the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/37.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />for evil men will lose their power, but the LORD sustains the godly. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/37.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />For the arms of the wicked shall be broken, but the LORD upholds the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/37.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />For the arms of the wicked shall be broken: but the LORD upholdeth the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/37.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />For the arms of the wicked shall be broken, but Yahweh upholds the righteous. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/37.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />For the arms of the wicked are shattered, "" And YHWH is sustaining the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/37.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> For the arms of the wicked are shivered, And Jehovah is sustaining the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/37.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />For the arms of the unjust shall be broken, and Jehovah upholds the just.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/37.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />For the arms of the wicked shall be broken in pieces; but the Lord strengtheneth the just. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/37.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 36:17>For the arms of sinners will be crushed, but the Lord confirms the just.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/37.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />The arms of the wicked will be broken, while the LORD will sustain the righteous. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/37.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />For the arms of the wicked shall be broken, but the LORD upholds the righteous.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/37.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />For the arms of the wicked shall be broken; but the LORD upholds the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/37.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Because the arms of the wicked will be broken; LORD JEHOVAH supports the righteous.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/37.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />For the arms of the wicked shall be broken; But the LORD upholdeth the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/37.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />For the arms of sinners shall be broken; but the Lord supports the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/37-17.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=4216" 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">16</span>Better is the little of the righteous than the abundance of many who are wicked. <span class="reftext">17</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">For</a> <a href="/hebrew/2220.htm" title="2220: zə·rō·w·‘ō·wṯ (N-fpc) -- Arm, shoulder, strength. Or zroao; and zrowpah; or zrowah; from zara'; the arm, or the foreleg; figuratively, force.">the arms</a> <a href="/hebrew/7563.htm" title="7563: rə·šā·‘îm (Adj-mp) -- Wicked, criminal. From rasha'; morally wrong; concretely, an bad person.">of the wicked</a> <a href="/hebrew/7665.htm" title="7665: tiš·šā·ḇar·nāh (V-Nifal-Imperf-3fp) -- To break, break in pieces. A primitive root; to burst.">will be broken,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">but the LORD</a> <a href="/hebrew/5564.htm" title="5564: wə·sō·w·mêḵ (Conj-w:: V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- To lean, lay, rest, support. A primitive root; to prop; reflexively, to lean upon or take hold of.">upholds</a> <a href="/hebrew/6662.htm" title="6662: ṣad·dî·qîm (Adj-mp) -- Just, righteous. From tsadaq; just.">the righteous.</a> </span><span class="reftext">18</span>The LORD knows the days of the blameless, and their inheritance will last 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/10-29.htm">Proverbs 10:29</a></span><br />The way of the LORD is a refuge to the upright, but destruction awaits those who do evil.<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="/isaiah/40-29.htm">Isaiah 40:29</a></span><br />He gives power to the faint and increases the strength of the weak.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/41-13.htm">Isaiah 41:13</a></span><br />For I am the LORD your God, who takes hold of your right hand and tells you: Do not fear, I will help you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/40-31.htm">Isaiah 40:31</a></span><br />But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/5-12.htm">Job 5:12</a></span><br />He thwarts the schemes of the crafty, so that their hands find no success.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/5-19.htm">Job 5:19</a></span><br />He will rescue you from six calamities; no harm will touch you in seven.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/2-9.htm">1 Samuel 2:9</a></span><br />He guards the steps of His faithful ones, but the wicked perish in darkness; for by his own strength shall no man prevail.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/12-9.htm">2 Corinthians 12:9</a></span><br />But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly in my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest on me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/4-13.htm">Philippians 4:13</a></span><br />I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_thessalonians/3-3.htm">2 Thessalonians 3:3</a></span><br />But the Lord is faithful, and He will strengthen you and guard you from the evil one.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/8-31.htm">Romans 8:31</a></span><br />What then shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/8-37.htm">Romans 8:37</a></span><br />No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/6-10.htm">Ephesians 6:10</a></span><br />Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/1-5.htm">1 Peter 1:5</a></span><br />who through faith are shielded by God’s power for the salvation that is ready to be revealed in the last time.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">For the arms of the wicked shall be broken: but the LORD upholds the righteous.</p><p class="hdg">arms</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/10-15.htm">Psalm 10:15</a></b></br> Break thou the arm of the wicked and the evil <i>man</i>: seek out his wickedness <i>till</i> thou find none.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/38-15.htm">Job 38:15</a></b></br> And from the wicked their light is withholden, and the high arm shall be broken.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/ezekiel/30-21.htm">Ezekiel 30:21-25</a></b></br> Son of man, I have broken the arm of Pharaoh king of Egypt; and, lo, it shall not be bound up to be healed, to put a roller to bind it, to make it strong to hold the sword… </p><p class="hdg">Lord</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/37-24.htm">Psalm 37:24</a></b></br> Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the LORD upholdeth <i>him with</i> his hand.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/41-12.htm">Psalm 41:12</a></b></br> And as for me, thou upholdest me in mine integrity, and settest me before thy face for ever.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/51-12.htm">Psalm 51:12</a></b></br> Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation; and uphold me <i>with thy</i> free spirit.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/18-34.htm">Arms</a> <a href="/psalms/37-15.htm">Broken</a> <a href="/psalms/37-16.htm">Evil-Doers</a> <a href="/psalms/37-16.htm">Good</a> <a href="/psalms/33-17.htm">Power</a> <a href="/psalms/37-16.htm">Righteous</a> <a href="/psalms/37-15.htm">Shivered</a> <a href="/psalms/27-10.htm">Support</a> <a href="/2_thessalonians/1-4.htm">Sustaining</a> <a href="/psalms/18-35.htm">Sustains</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-23.htm">Upholdeth</a> <a href="/psalms/18-35.htm">Upholds</a> <a href="/psalms/37-16.htm">Wicked</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/44-3.htm">Arms</a> <a href="/psalms/38-8.htm">Broken</a> <a href="/psalms/37-28.htm">Evil-Doers</a> <a href="/psalms/37-23.htm">Good</a> <a href="/psalms/37-33.htm">Power</a> <a href="/psalms/37-21.htm">Righteous</a> <a href="/psalms/76-3.htm">Shivered</a> <a href="/psalms/41-3.htm">Support</a> <a href="/psalms/37-24.htm">Sustaining</a> <a href="/psalms/41-3.htm">Sustains</a> <a href="/psalms/37-24.htm">Upholdeth</a> <a href="/psalms/37-24.htm">Upholds</a> <a href="/psalms/37-20.htm">Wicked</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'; 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In biblical times, the "arm" often represented one's power or ability to act (e.g., <a href="/exodus/6-6.htm">Exodus 6:6</a>, <a href="/isaiah/51-9.htm">Isaiah 51:9</a>). The breaking of the arms signifies God's judgment and the ultimate futility of wickedness. Historically, this reflects the divine justice seen throughout the Old Testament, where God intervenes to dismantle the power structures of those who oppose His will, such as in the stories of Pharaoh or the fall of Babylon. This imagery is consistent with the biblical theme that evil, though it may seem strong temporarily, will ultimately be defeated by God's righteous judgment.<p><b>but the LORD upholds the righteous</b><br>This part of the verse emphasizes God's support and sustenance for those who live according to His will. The term "upholds" suggests a continuous action, indicating that God is actively involved in the lives of the righteous, providing strength and stability. This is a recurring theme in the Psalms, where the faithful are assured of God's protection and guidance (e.g., <a href="/psalms/55-22.htm">Psalm 55:22</a>, <a href="/psalms/145-14.htm">Psalm 145:14</a>). Theologically, this reflects the covenant relationship between God and His people, where He promises to be their protector and sustainer. This assurance is echoed in the New Testament, where believers are encouraged to trust in God's provision and care (e.g., <a href="/matthew/6-33.htm">Matthew 6:33</a>, <a href="/philippians/4-19.htm">Philippians 4:19</a>). The righteous, in this context, are those who align themselves with God's commandments and seek to live in accordance with His principles, reflecting the character of Christ, who is the ultimate example of righteousness.<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 understood to have written this psalm. He was a man after God's own heart and experienced both the blessings and challenges of following God.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_wicked.htm">The Wicked</a></b><br>This term refers to those who live in opposition to God's ways, often characterized by injustice and unrighteousness.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_righteous.htm">The Righteous</a></b><br>Those who live in accordance with God's will, seeking to follow His commandments and live a life pleasing to Him.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal nature and faithfulness to His people.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_arms.htm">The Arms</a></b><br>Symbolically represents the strength and power of individuals, particularly in the context of their ability to act and exert influence.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_justice.htm">God's Justice</a></b><br>The breaking of the arms of the wicked signifies God's ultimate justice. Believers can trust that God will right wrongs in His perfect timing.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/divine_support.htm">Divine Support</a></b><br>The LORD upholds the righteous, indicating His continual support and strength for those who follow Him. This is a call to rely on God's power rather than our own.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/contrast_of_outcomes.htm">Contrast of Outcomes</a></b><br>The psalm highlights the different outcomes for the wicked and the righteous, encouraging believers to choose the path of righteousness.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/e/encouragement_in_trials.htm">Encouragement in Trials</a></b><br>In times of difficulty, believers can find comfort in knowing that God is their sustainer and protector.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/call_to_righteous_living.htm">Call to Righteous Living</a></b><br>This verse serves as a reminder to live a life that aligns with God's will, trusting in His promises and provision.<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/bible's_view_on_evil_people.htm">What is the Bible's view on evil people?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_reconcile_psalm_37_4_with_reality.htm">How do we reconcile Psalm 37:4 with real-world evidence where even the most faithful often do not receive the desires of their hearts?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_reconcile_psalm_115_17_with_afterlife.htm">Psalm 115:17 -- If the dead cannot praise the Lord, how do we address biblical passages suggesting continued consciousness or spiritual existence after death?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_psalm_94_align_with_swift_judgment.htm">Psalm 94:3-4 depicts the wicked flourishing and boasting; how does this align with other biblical claims that God swiftly judges evil?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/37.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(17) <span class= "bld">The arms</span>--<span class= "ital">i.e., </span>of the body, not the sword and bow mentioned above. In contrast, the arms of Jehovah are under the righteous, and uphold him.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/37.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 17.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">For the arms of the wicked shall be broken</span> (scrap. <a href="/psalms/10-15.htm">Psalm 10:15</a>). The wicked shall be disabled from doing more mischief. If not slain outright, they shall return from the combats that they have provoked with shattered weapons (ver. 15) and damaged persons. <span class="cmt_word">But the Lord up-holdeth the righteous.</span> Their adversaries in the encounters. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/37-17.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">For</span><br /><span class="heb">כִּ֤י</span> <span class="translit">(kî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">A relative conjunction</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the arms</span><br /><span class="heb">זְרוֹע֣וֹת</span> <span class="translit">(zə·rō·w·‘ō·wṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2220.htm">Strong's 2220: </a> </span><span class="str2">The arm, the foreleg, force</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of the wicked</span><br /><span class="heb">רְ֭שָׁעִים</span> <span class="translit">(rə·šā·‘îm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7563.htm">Strong's 7563: </a> </span><span class="str2">Wrong, an, bad person</span><br /><br /><span class="word">will be broken,</span><br /><span class="heb">תִּשָּׁבַ֑רְנָה</span> <span class="translit">(tiš·šā·ḇar·nāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - third person feminine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7665.htm">Strong's 7665: </a> </span><span class="str2">To break, break in pieces</span><br /><br /><span class="word">but the LORD</span><br /><span class="heb">יְהוָֽה׃</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">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 /><br /><span class="word">upholds</span><br /><span class="heb">וְסוֹמֵ֖ךְ</span> <span class="translit">(wə·sō·w·mêḵ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5564.htm">Strong's 5564: </a> </span><span class="str2">To prop, to lean upon, take hold of</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the righteous.</span><br /><span class="heb">צַדִּיקִ֣ים</span> <span class="translit">(ṣad·dî·qîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6662.htm">Strong's 6662: </a> </span><span class="str2">Just, righteous</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/37-17.htm">Psalm 37:17 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/37-17.htm">Psalm 37:17 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/37-17.htm">Psalm 37:17 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/37-17.htm">Psalm 37:17 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/37-17.htm">Psalm 37:17 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/37-17.htm">Psalm 37:17 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/37-17.htm">Psalm 37:17 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/37-17.htm">Psalm 37:17 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/37-17.htm">Psalm 37:17 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/37-17.htm">Psalm 37:17 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/37-17.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 37:17 For the arms of the wicked shall (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/37-16.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 37:16"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 37:16" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/37-18.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 37:18"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 37:18" /></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>