What does Psalm 92:12 mean?
ESV: The righteous flourish like the palm tree and grow like a cedar in Lebanon.
NIV: The righteous will flourish like a palm tree, they will grow like a cedar of Lebanon;
NASB: The righteous person will flourish like the palm tree, He will grow like a cedar in Lebanon.
CSB: The righteous thrive like a palm tree and grow like a cedar tree in Lebanon.
NLT: But the godly will flourish like palm trees and grow strong like the cedars of Lebanon.
KJV: The righteous shall flourish like the palm tree: he shall grow like a cedar in Lebanon.
NKJV: The righteous shall flourish like a palm tree, He shall grow like a cedar in Lebanon.
Verse Commentary:
Verse Context:
Psalm 92:12–15 emphasizes the blessings which come from loyalty to God. Prior verses noted that evil people may appear to gain rapid success (Psalm 92:7), but this is very brief. The only lasting victory comes for those who belong to the Lord. This short earthly life may be difficult, but the eternal state will further prove God's victory and righteousness.
Chapter Summary:
God is entirely loving, faithful, sovereign, powerful, and wise. Those who oppose Him may seem to grow quickly, but their doom will be eternal. Those who honor the Lord will one day see their enemies defeated, knowing that all wisdom begins with trusting in the Lord's control over all things.
Chapter Context:
The indication that this is "a song for the Sabbath" is not clearly defined. Unlike some psalms which explore doubt and frustration (Psalm 13; 73; 74), this song expresses perfect confidence in the Lord. This makes psalm 92 a counterbalance of Psalm 88, which expresses only angst without giving resolution. God's deeds and truths are evidence of His power, and those who do evil will surely face His wrath (Psalm 73:15–18).
Book Summary:
The book of Psalms is composed of individual songs, hymns, or poems, each of which is a ''Psalm'' in and of itself. These works contain a wide variety of themes. Some Psalms focus on praising and worshipping God. Others cry out in anguish over the pain of life. Still other Psalms look forward to the coming of the Messiah. While some Psalms are related, each has its own historical and biblical context.
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