Psalms 37:24
Though they fall, they will not be cast headlong, for the Lord holds their hands.
Open English Bible (US)
In The King James Version
Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the LORD upholdeth him with his hand.
In Context
23The Lord supports the steps of those with whom he is pleased.
25Never, from youth to age, have I seen the righteous forsaken, or their children begging bread.
Cross References
Psalms 37:17For the arms of the wicked will be broken, but the Lord upholds the righteous.
Psalms 91:12They will carry you with their hands, so you don’t hurt your foot on a stone.
Psalms 145:14The Lord upholds all who fall; he lifts up all who are bowed down.
Micah 7:8Do not rejoice over me, my enemy. If I have fallen, I will rise. If I sit in darkness, the Lord is my light.
Luke 22:31Simon! Simon! listen. Satan demanded leave to sift you all like wheat,
Matthew Henry on Psalms 37:22-34
Exhortations and Promises. 21 The wicked borroweth, and payeth not again: but the righteous showeth mercy, and giveth. 22 For such as be blessed of him shall inherit the earth; and they that be cursed of him shall be cut off. 23 The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord : and he delighteth in his way. 24 Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the Lord upholdeth him with his hand. 25 I have been young, and now am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread. 26… Read the whole commentary →