Psalms 37:21

The wicked borroweth, and payeth not again: but the righteous sheweth mercy, and giveth.

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Other Translations for Psalms 37:21

BSB
The wicked borrow and do not repay, but the righteous are gracious and giving.
AKJV
The wicked borrows, and pays not again: but the righteous shows mercy, and gives.
CPDV
The sinner will lend and not release, but the just one shows compassion and donates.
ERV
The wicked borroweth, and payeth not again: but the righteous dealeth graciously, and giveth.
NHEB
The wicked borrow, and do not pay back, but the righteous give generously.
SMT
The unjust one borrowed and he will not repay: and the just one compassionated, and gave.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Psalms 37:21

ThewickedH7563AdjectiveborrowethH3867VerbandpayethnotagainH7999VerbbuttherighteousH6662AdjectiveshewethmercyH2603VerbandgivethH5414Verb

Commentary for Psalms 37:21

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Psalms 37:21
Summary
Wicked default on debts; righteous generously share
Event
Character revealed through finances
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Wisdom