Psalms 37:11
But the humble will have the land, and the rapture of peace in abundance.
Open English Bible (US)
In The King James Version
But the meek shall inherit the earth; and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace.
In Context
10Yet but a little, and the wicked vanish: look at their place: they are there no more.
12The wicked plots against the righteous, snarls like a wild animal;
Cross References
Psalms 36:8They feast on the fat of your house, they drink of your brook of delights.
Psalms 119:165Right well do they fare who love your law: they go on their way without stumbling.
John 14:27Peace be with you! My own peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled, or dismayed.
Matthew Henry on Psalms 37:8-21
Exhortations and Promises. 7 Rest in the Lord , and wait patiently for him: fret not thyself because of him who prospereth in his way, because of the man who bringeth wicked devices to pass. 8 Cease from anger, and forsake wrath: fret not thyself in any wise to do evil. 9 For evildoers shall be cut off: but those that wait upon the Lord , they shall inherit the earth. 10 For yet a little while, and the wicked shall not be: yea, thou shalt diligently consider his place, and it shall not be. 11 But the meek shall… Read the whole commentary →