Psalms 112:5
It goes well for the man who deals graciously and lends money, 1 who conducts his affairs with honesty. 1
Unlocked Literal Bible
In The King James Version
A good man sheweth favour, and lendeth: he will guide his affairs with discretion.
In Context
4Light shines in the darkness for the godly person; 1 he is gracious, merciful, and just. 1
6For he will never be moved; 1 the righteous person will be remembered forever. 1
Cross References
Nehemiah 4:13So I positioned people in the lowest parts of the wall in the exposed areas. I positioned each family with their swords, spears, and bows.
Psalms 37:21The wicked person borrows but does not repay, 1 but the righteous person is generous and gives. 1
Psalms 37:26All the day long he is gracious and lends, 1 and his children become a blessing. 1
Proverbs 12:2Yahweh gives favor to a good man, 1 but he condemns a man who makes evil plans. 1
Proverbs 18:9Also, one who is slack in his work 1 is a brother to the one who destroys the most. 1
Proverbs 24:27Prepare your outdoor work, 1 and make everything ready for yourself in the field; 1 after that, build your house. 1
Matthew Henry on Psalms 112:2-6
The Character of the Righteous. 1 Praise ye the Lord . Blessed is the man that feareth the Lord , that delighteth greatly in his commandments. 2 His seed shall be mighty upon earth: the generation of the upright shall be blessed. 3 Wealth and riches shall be in his house: and his righteousness endureth for ever. 4 Unto the upright there ariseth light in the darkness: he is gracious, and full of compassion, and righteous. 5 A good man showeth favour, and lendeth: he will guide his affairs with discretion. The… Read the whole commentary →