Psalms 144:4

Man is like to vanity: his days are as a shadow that passeth away.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Psalms 144:4

BSB
Man is like a breath; his days are like a passing shadow.
AKJV
Man is like to vanity: his days are as a shadow that passes away.
CPDV
Man has been made similar to vanity. His days pass by like a shadow.
ERV
Man is like to vanity: his days are as a shadow that passeth away.
NHEB
Man is like a breath. His days are like a shadow that passes away.
SMT
Man was likened to vanity: his days as a shadow passing away.

Commentary for Psalms 144:4

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Psalms 144:4
Summary
Human life fleeting and shadow-like
Event
Reflection on human brevity
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Wisdom