Psalms 37:18
The Lord watches over the days of the blameless, their heritage will continue forever.
Open English Bible (US)
In The King James Version
The LORD knoweth the days of the upright: and their inheritance shall be for ever.
In Context
17For the arms of the wicked will be broken, but the Lord upholds the righteous.
19They will not be shamed in the evil time, in the days of famine they will be satisfied.
Cross References
Psalms 1:6For the way of the righteous is dear to the Lord, but the way of the wicked will end in ruin.
Psalms 21:4He asked you for life, you gave it – many long days, forever and ever.
Psalms 31:15my times are in your hand, save me from the hand of the foes who pursue me.
Psalms 49:5Why should I be afraid in the days of misfortune, when circled by wicked and cunning foes,
Psalms 103:17But the love of the Lord is eternal, and his kindness to children’s children,
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 →