Psalms 30:5

For his anger endureth but a moment; in his favour is life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Psalms 30:5

BSB

For His anger is fleeting, but His favor lasts a lifetime. Weeping may stay the night, but joy comes in the morning.

AKJV

For his anger endures but a moment; in his favor is life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning.

CPDV

For wrath is in his indignation, and life is in his will. Toward evening, weeping will linger, and toward morning, gladness.

ERV

For his anger is but for a moment; in his favour is life: weeping may tarry for the night, but joy cometh in the morning.

NHEB

For his anger is but for a moment. His favor is for a lifetime. Weeping may stay for the night, but joy comes in the morning.

SMT

For a moment in his anger; life in his acceptance: weeping shall lodge in the evening, and rejoicing for the morning.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Psalms 30:5

ForhisangerH639Noun MasculineendurethbutamomentH7281inhisfavourH7522Noun MasculineislifeH2416 weepingH1065Noun MasculinemayendureH3885VerbforanightH6153Noun MasculinebutjoyH7440Noun FemininecomethinthemorningH1242Noun Masculine

Commentary for Psalms 30:5

Please note: this is not Scripture

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Psalms 30:5

Summary

Temporary displeasure yields to lasting satisfaction

Event

Sorrow to joy

Estimated Time Period

c. 1000 BC