Psalms 112:3

What does Psalms 112:3 mean?

A plain-English look at Psalms 112:3 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

Wealth and riches are in his house; And his righteousness endureth for ever.

KJV

King James Version · 1611

Wealth and riches shall be in his house: and his righteousness endureth for ever.

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

Wealth and riches are in his house; And his righteousness endureth for ever.

BBE

Bible in Basic English · 1949

A store of wealth will be in his house, and his righteousness will be for ever.

YLT

Young's Literal Translation · 1862

Wealth and riches <FI>are<Fi> in his house, And his righteousness is standing for ever.

DRA

Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752

From the rising of the sun unto the going down of the same, the name of the Lord is worthy of praise.

DBY

Darby Bible · 1890

Wealth and riches [shall be] in his house; and his righteousness abideth for ever.

Context

v.2His seed shall be mighty upon earth: The generation of the upright shall be blessed.

v.3This passage

v.4Unto the upright there ariseth light in the darkness: He isgracious, and merciful, and righteous.

Cross references

Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

  • 1 Timothy 6:6

    But godliness with contentment is great gain:

  • Isaiah 32:17

    And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness, quietness and confidence for ever.

  • Proverbs 3:16

    Length of days is in her right hand; In her left hand are riches and honor.

  • 2 Corinthians 6:10

    as sorrowful, yet always rejoicing; as poor, yet making many rich; as having nothing, and yet possessing all things.

  • Psalms 111:3

    His work is honor and majesty; And his righteousness endureth for ever.

  • Psalms 111:10

    The fear of Jehovah is the beginning of wisdom; A good understanding have all they that dohis commandments: His praise endureth for ever.

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